Organizational Context
The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) is the worldโs largest humanitarian organization with a network of 191-member National Societies (NSs). Along with National Societies (NS) and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), the IFRC is part of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. The overall aim of the IFRC is โto inspire, encourage, facilitate, and promote at all times all forms of humanitarian activities by National Societies to prevent and alleviate human suffering and thereby contributing to the maintenance and promotion of human dignity and peace in the world.โ It works to meet the needs and improve the lives of vulnerable people before, during, and after disasters, health emergencies, and other crises.
The IFRC is served by a Secretariat based in Geneva, with regional and country offices throughout the world. The Secretariat is led by the Secretary-General and provides the central capacity of the IFRC to serve, connect, and represent National Societies. The Secretariatโs focus includes providing support to the IFRC governance mechanisms; setting norms and standards; providing guidance; ensuring consistency, coordination, and accountability for performance; knowledge sharing; promoting collaboration within and respect for the RCRC Movement; and expanding engagement with partners. The Secretariatโs headquarters is organized in three main Divisions: (i) Global Relations, Humanitarian Diplomacy and Digitalization (GRHDD); (ii) Management Policy, Strategy, and Corporate Services (MPSCS); and (iii) National Society Development and Operations Coordination (NSDOC).
The Strategic Partnerships and Resource Mobilisation (SPRM) is part of the GRHDD division.
The IFRC is uniquely placed to mobilize the necessary resources, provide timely health care and save lives when disaster strikes. We can count on our millions of community-based volunteers worldwide and on our technical expertise and specialized tools to act before, during and after health emergencies to meet peopleโs needs and build community resilience.
Job Purpose
The job purpose is to offer a unique opportunity to gain valuable insights into the world of humanitarian, development, and climate financing initiatives and support hands-on the engagement efforts of IFRC with institutional donors and partners.
The Strategic Partnerships and Resource Mobilisation (SPRM) Intern will play a crucial role in monitoring, researching, and analysing key trends and event in this dynamic sector. The role will contribute to internal discussions, collaborate with National Societies, and assist in building a repository of valuable information to enhance our engagement with various stakeholders, including Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) and United Nations (UN) agencies.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Key responsibilities:
The person would joint SPRMโs Multilateral Unit and help on the following:
Support the convening of an internal knowledge group on partnering with MDBs across different regions, coordinated by the focal point in Geneva. Support with the mapping and collection of documents for relevant accreditation or proposal processes (GCF, CREWS, Fund for Responding to loss and damage). Develop overviews of multilateral and IFI partners and other supporting information materials as relevant. Support IFRC engagement in the Grand Bargain Facilitation Group.The intern will also provide administrative support to members of the SPRM team during the whole assignment and support on other tasks as requested by the line manager.
Job Duties and Responsibilities (continued)
The intern will also provide administrative support to members of the SPRM team during the whole assignment and support on other tasks as requested by the line manager.
The Intern will be line managed by the Unit Manager, Multilateral unit in Geneva.