Economic Security Generalist - Kharkiv - 833399

WHAT WE DO

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is an impartial, neutral, and independent organization whose exclusively humanitarian mission is to protect the lives and dignity of victims of armed conflict and other situations of violence and to provide them with assistance. The ICRC is mandated to work in countries affected by armed conflict or other situations of violence. The ICRC is present in over 100 countries and has some 18,000 staff worldwide. In 2014, the ICRC expanded its presence in Ukraine. Currently, we have over 900 team members working across the county in various professional fields.

ABOUT THE JOB

The ICRC Economic Security (EcoSec) Unit is seeking a highly capable Economic Security Generalist to join our team in Kharkiv. The role is responsible for participation in the planning, implementing, and monitoring the ICRC’s economic security program. The EcoSec Generalist will carry out basic field and office work related to implementing and monitoring the ICRC’s economic security programme under the close supervision and guidance of their hierarchical superior.

Start date: April 2026

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participate in the design, planning, and implementation of the project’s activities under his responsibilities
• Conduct beneficiary selection, registration, verification, distributions, follow up and implementation of all activities under responsibility
• Prepare project implementation action plans in line with the set objectives, timeframe and the internally adopted coordination mechanisms
• Conduct regular field visit and monitoring of the EcoSec interventions based on the internally established tools and procedures
• Manage data entry and reporting and ensures proper follow up with Project Activity Management (PAM) focal point
• Manage and organize the EcoSec beneficiaries’ database.
• Writes field trip reports and minutes of meetings based on given guidelines.
• Provide administrative support

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

• A great team to work with and an organization where you have an impact
• Employment contract according to Ukrainian labor law with flexible working arrangements
• Competitive salary between UAH 63,000 and 84,000 (gross) before taxation
• Medical insurance for you and your depending family members
• Comprehensive onboarding and learning opportunities
• 20 days of annual paid leave
• Convenient office location in the city center

The ICRC is an equal opportunity employer that prioritizes staff safety and security.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion within our workforce and encourage qualified female and male candidates of all backgrounds, including candidates with disabilities to apply for the position. We also value our employees' professional growth and offer a supportive and inclusive work environment. For more information, visit the website http://www.icrc.org/.

ABOUT YOU

To be successful as Economic Security Generalist in the EcoSec Department, you should possess the following qualifications and experiences and have the following characteristics:

• Ukrainian citizenship or permanent residence permit in Ukraine
• High school diploma, technical education, or professional or university degree in a related field
• Good command (spoken and written) of English and Ukrainian
• 2–3 years’ experience in a similar field of activity
• Experience working for an NGO or international organization an asset
• Self-motivated with a strong commitment to teamwork and humanitarian principles
• Flexible, enthusiastic, and willing to learn
• Ability to work independently, as well as effectively under supervision
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks
• Ability to work within a diverse team and establish and maintain good working relations in a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural, and multi-disciplinary environment

INTERESTED? YES? THEN APPLY!

To apply, please complete and submit the compulsory ICRC application form. Kindly note that your application will only be considered if it is submitted through the HRspace recruitment module.

To apply on the platform, please locate the "Apply now" button in the top right-hand corner of the vacancy announcement and complete the application form.

Your candidacy will be considered only once you have completed the ICRC application form and uploaded your English CV.

Application deadline: 20 March 2026

Only candidates meeting the abovementioned criteria will be contacted to move forward in the recruitment process. The ICRC reserves the right to re-issue the vacancy, cancel the recruitment process, offer a position at a lower grade, with an adjusted job description or different duration, or to recruit a candidate who matches the required profile before the deadline.