Protection and Emerging Technologies Officer
Quick answer
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is hiring a mid-career Protection and Emerging Technologies Officer in Washington, D.C., with a competitive salary and robust benefits, to provide subject matter expertise on the impact of new technologies on civilians in conflict.
- Role
- Protection and Emerging Technologies Officer
- Organization
- International Committee of the Red Cross - ICRC
- Location
- Washington, D.C.
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- USD 105,000 – USD 120,000
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is seeking a Protection and Emerging Technologies Officer to provide subject matter expertise and organizational support on specific thematic issues for the Protection team, focusing on the impact of new and emerging technologies on civilians in conflict.
What you'll do
- Monitor developments and conduct research on the impact of new and emerging technologies on civilians in conflict
- Engage with internal and external stakeholders to provide protection perspectives on the use of new technology in conflict
- Help build the capacity of the Protection team on new technology issues
- Contribute to the definition, implementation, and monitoring of the wider protection strategy
- Help organize and facilitate interdisciplinary meetings on thematic issues
- Draft speaking points, research summaries, and reports
What it takes
- 6 years of overall professional experience with at least 3-4 years in humanitarian, human rights, or a similar field
- Master’s degree in a relevant field
- Prior experience within the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement and/or on international assignments
- A genuine interest in the intersection of technology, conflict, and protection of civilians
- Excellent research and analytical abilities, including use of open-source research methods and tools
- Proven experience and leadership of managing protection activities/projects
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Competitive salary, robust health and dental insurance plan, 20 paid vacation days, 13 paid holidays, 1 floating holiday, 7 paid sick/personal days, 11.5% Employer contribution for 403b retirement plan, professional development program, hybrid working model with flexible scheduling and partial teleworking options
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is based in Washington, D.C., and is an on-site position.
What is the compensation range?
The salary range for this role is between USD 105,000 – USD 120,000.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include 6 years of overall professional experience, a Master’s degree in a relevant field, and prior experience within the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.
How do I apply?
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, with a deadline of Friday, October 23, 2026. Please be sure to indicate you saw this position on Globaljobs.org.
Is the job remote?
The job is an on-site position in Washington, D.C., and is not remote eligible.
How to apply
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