WHO WE ARE

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) works worldwide to provide protection and humanitarian assistance to people affected by conflict and armed violence. We take action in response to emergencies and at the same time promote respect for international humanitarian law. We are an independent and neutral organization, and our mandate stems essentially from the Geneva Conventions of 1949. We work closely with National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies and with their International Federation in order to ensure a concerted, rational and rapid humanitarian response to the needs of the victims of armed conflict or any other situation of internal violence. We direct and coordinate the international activities conducted in these situations.

THE PURPOSE

The Premises Maintenance Officer ensures proper maintenance of ICRC premises and equipment.

• Ensuring that premises and equipment are properly maintained and that all utilities are working as they should.
• Ordering or purchases any necessary material, in coordination with logistics staff.
• Maintaining and repairing equipment and infrastructure; coordinates and/or supervises any work done by external providers.
• Coordinating the maintenance team and ensures that premises and equipment are properly maintained and that all utilities are working as they should.
• Supervising and controls maintenance-related expenses for the assigned premises.
• Dealing with external service providers where relevant and coordinates/supervises their work.
• Ordering or purchases any necessary material and supplies, in coordination with logistics staff, and maintains stocks.
• Keeping proper related files and statistics.

• Technical school or equivalent.
• Good knowledge of spoken and written English and Arabic
• Sound knowledge of computers and ability to run specific software. 
• 2-3 years' experience in a similar position.
• Has the technical skills necessary to do the job.
• Skilled in the following competencies: Leadership, Accountability, People management, Teamwork & Collaboration, Representing the ICRC, Beneficiary & Client focused.

WHAT WE OFFER 

• Rewarding work in a humanitarian and multicultural environment.
• Competitive employment package with medical insurance.
• In-house training opportunities for personal development.

HOW TO APPLY

Ready to apply? You will need to upload your resume and a cover letter, copies of your diplomas and certificates, valid license to practice (where relevant), passport, and driving license on www.Sudanjob.net.

• Location: Kassala
• Type of contract: Fix-term contract (Extendable)
• Length of assignment: Six months(Extendable)
• Desired starting date: April 2025
• Application deadline: 23 February 2025

The ICRC values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

At the ICRC, we value impact, collaboration, respect, and compassion. We seek candidates who demonstrate behaviors based on these shared values. For more information on the ICRC values, please visit this page.