International Disaster Response Team – Information Technology & Telecommunications Volunteer

This position supports the National Headquarters (NHQ) International Services Department (ISD) Operations International Disaster Response (OPS-IDR) unit. The Information Technology and Telecommunications (ITT) Officer is responsible for deploying and maintaining essential IT and telecom infrastructure to support IFRC disaster response operations. This role ensures reliable connectivity, effective communication, and secure data management for field teams, facilitating efficient and coordinated response efforts. The position involves collaborating with IFRC Regional and Local IT Managers, Host National Societies, and partner organizations to align with best practices and compliance standards. Additionally, the ITT Officer provides training to staff, manages documentation, and assesses emerging technologies to enhance future deployments and support sustainable IT & telecom capabilities.

For information regarding International Disaster Response Roster, including application steps and timeline, please click this link: American Red Cross IDR Roster

Required:

• A minimum of 3 years experience in at least one of the following:
• Providing IT support to end users
• IP network administration
• VHF radio network management
• Related telecommunications field
• Providing IT or Telecommunications support in a disaster-response context
• Comfortable with ambiguity
• Motivation and strong commitment to the Red Cross Red Crescent’s Fundamental Principles.
• Current and valid passport
• Submission of resume
• Completion of skills self-assessment
• Willingness to comply with current public health and Red Cross policies.

Preferred:

• Knowledge of and skills of operating VSAT / Satellite technologies.
• Proficient in writing, editing, and speaking (including business terminology) in another foreign language (especially Spanish, French or Arabic)
• Experience with handling confidential data