International committee of the red cross (ICRC) is an independent, neutral, and impartial humanitarian organization established in 1863. It works to protect the lives and dignity of people affected by armed conflict and other situations of violence while promoting respect for international humanitarian law (IHL). The ICRC operates in more than 100 countries, including Nigeria.
Presence in Nigeria
The ICRC has maintained a long-standing presence in Nigeria, working closely with the government, the , and humanitarian partners to provide life-saving assistance to conflict-affected populations, particularly in the North-East and other vulnerable regions.
Mission
To protect the lives and dignity of people affected by armed conflict and violence, provide humanitarian assistance, and promote respect for international humanitarian law.
Vision
A world where people affected by conflict and violence receive protection, humanitarian assistance, and support to rebuild their lives with dignity.
Core Areas of Intervention
Protection
- Protection of civilians
- Family tracing and reunification
- Protection of detainees
- Promotion of international humanitarian law (IHL)
Health
- Primary healthcare support
- Hospital and emergency medical services
- Physical rehabilitation services
- Mental health and psychosocial support
Water, Sanitation and Habitat (WatHab)
- Safe water supply
- Sanitation infrastructure
- Hygiene promotion
- Rehabilitation of essential public infrastructure
Food Security and Economic Security
- Emergency food assistance
- Livelihood restoration
- Agricultural support
- Cash assistance programs
Emergency Humanitarian Response
- Assistance during armed conflicts
- Relief distribution
- Emergency preparedness
- Support for displaced populations
Capacity Building and Humanitarian Diplomacy
- Training on international humanitarian law
- Capacity strengthening for humanitarian actors
- Community engagement
- Dialogue with authorities and stakeholders
Geographic Reach
The ICRC operates across conflict-affected regions of Nigeria, with particular focus on the North-East, while implementing humanitarian activities in other areas as needs arise.
Target Beneficiaries
- Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs)
- Conflict-Affected Communities
- Refugees and Returnees
- Detainees and Their Families
- Women and Children
- Persons with Disabilities
- Vulnerable Households
Partnerships and Collaboration
The ICRC works closely with government institutions, the Nigerian Red Cross Society, UN agencies, local and international NGOs, healthcare providers, and community leaders to deliver neutral and impartial humanitarian assistance.
Careers and Opportunities
The ICRC offers opportunities in:
- Health and Nursing
- Public Health
- Protection
- Water and Habitat Engineering
- Logistics and Supply Chain
- Finance and Administration
- Human Resources
- Security Management
- Communications
- Information Management
- Economic Security
- Program Management
Focus Areas – International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)
- Protection of Civilians
- International Humanitarian Law (IHL)
- Emergency Humanitarian Response
- Health Services
- Mental Health & Psychosocial Support (MHPSS)
- Water, Sanitation and Habitat (WatHab)
- Food Security & Economic Security
- Family Links and Reunification
- Capacity Building
- Humanitarian Diplomacy
