Canadian Red Cross Society Jobs Sep 2012

The Canadian Red Cross Society (CRCS) is a non-profit, humanitarian organization dedicated to helping Canadians, as well as the most vulnerable throughout the world.

CRCS is currently seeking experienced medical and non-medical professionals to be part of its Emergency Response Unit (ERU) roster and to be deployed at short notice in the event of an overseas emergency.

An ERU is a standardized modular package of highly qualified and trained personnel, equipment, and pharmaceuticals ready to be deployed to international emergencies on short notice. The ERUs deploy with vehicles, IT/Telecom equipment, and all supplies needed to be self sustaining for up to four weeks able to:

• respond quickly to sudden or slow-onset disasters; • provide fast and efficient disaster response worldwide; • ensure that emergency relief is timely and standardized; and • assist in the diverse and long-term needs of affected people.

Missions can be potentially anywhere in the world where needed, typically after a large-scale disaster.

General Requirements

• Must be eligible to work in Canada • Certified in Canada for the type of work to be performed internationally • Professional qualification in field of expertise with a valid professional license where applicable • Minimum 3 years professional experience in their field of expertise • Fluency in English (written and spoken) • Overseas experience in developing countries • Experience of working effectively within a multicultural team • Ability to work in high stress environments with minimal supervision • Experience in staff supervision, management and development • Must have a valid driver’s licence •

Desirable

• Fluency in more than one language • Experience of working for the Red Cross/Red Crescent • Experience of working for a humanitarian aid organisation in a developing country • Self-supporting in computers (Windows, spreadsheets, word processing) •

Delegates must complete a one week course followed by a one week practical ERU training.

How to apply:

To apply please visit our career website: www.redcross.ca/careers/