Organization
American Red Cross

VIRTUAL OPPORTUNITY - Lead Workshops about Human Rights During Times of War

Duration
Recruiting now
Location
Houston, TX

Opportunity Details

Ongoing

Remote

Recruiting now

Houston, TX 77098

About this Opportunity

International Humanitarian Law (IHL) is the body of law that applies during times of armed conflict and seeks to protect persons who are not or are no longer participating in the armed conflict and to restrict the means and methods of warfare. Basic Level Instructors are able to deliver basic level IHL content within their region. Basic level IHL content includes, the Even War has Rules class, and other content approved by the SAF Region Lead. Basics can present Intermediate Level content, providing they are doing so as a co-instructor with an Intermediate or Expert level instructor.

Key Responsibilities

  • Complete the Basic Level Instructor certification course.
  • Coordinate with SAF Regional Lead to plan trainings and presentations in the Instructor's region.
  • Facilitate presentations to the interested individuals (those looking for an introduction to IHL or are curious how the American Red Cross works with IHL).
  • After the presentation report attendance and responses by attendees within the IHL reporting system and to the SAF Regional Lead.
  • Communicate as necessary with the NHQ IHL Team.
  • Conduct self-study in IHL areas to deepen knowledge and skills.
  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Have successfully completed the Basic Level Instructor course and been certified by the Director of NHQ IHL within 60 days of acceptance in the role.
  • A passion for IHL and an interest in learning more about this body of law.
  • Excellent project management, facilitation, and communication skills.
  • Must display flexibility, adaptability, initiative, and teamwork.
  • Must possess the ability to present potentially sensitive and politicized issues in compliance with the American Red Cross's neutrality mandate.
  • Must present some IHL content at least twice annually to maintain instructor certification.

Time Commitment: Approximately 5 hours per month

Skills/Interests

  • Advocacy
  • Legal

Issue area

  • Veterans & Military Families