Title: Senior Advisor, Humanitarian Diplomacy, Policy and Movement Relations

Employee Working Location: Partially Virtual / Hybrid (Ottawa, ON)

Employment Status: Temporary Full-time (13 months)

The Canadian Red Cross (Red Cross) – an inspirational not for profit organization, helps people and communities in Canada and around the world in times of need and supports them in strengthening their resilience. As a Canada’s Best Employers 2026, we are committed to having an accessible, diverse, inclusive, and barrier-free work environment.

In this role, you will:

- Provide expertise strategic advice and guidance to senior leadership and operational teams on humanitarian diplomacy, principled assistance, Movement engagement, and external policy positioning.
- Lead the development of institutional positions, advocacy strategies, and engagement frameworks aligned with humanitarian principles and organizational priorities.
- Build and maintain trusted relationships with Red Cross Red Crescent Movement partners (ICRC, IFRC, and National Societies), fostering collaboration and coordinated approaches.
- Represent the organization in high-level Movement coordination platforms, diplomatic engagements, and relevant external policy fora including with the humanitarian sector and government stakeholders.
- Conduct timely research, contextual analysis, and rapid assessments on key humanitarian and geopolitical developments to inform strategic decision-making and advocacy.
- Develop high-quality briefing notes, position papers, talking points, and other communication tools for internal and external stakeholders.
- Track emerging trends, political dynamics, and policy developments related to humanitarian diplomacy,



protection of humanitarian space, and Movement relations.
- Support the organization in navigating complex coordination issues within the Movement, offering political analysis and technical advice on principled humanitarian action and on Movement governance.
- Contribute to internal capacity strengthening by designing and delivering training, tools, and guidance related to humanitarian diplomacy and Movement engagement.
- Organize and manage the flow of information, ensuring that strategic documents, decisions, and resources are systematically maintained and accessible.
- Lead the planning and coordination of events including Movement visits, including setting project plans and coordinating others to achieve timelines and deliverables.
- Provide operational support as required in relation to humanitarian diplomacy and other relevant areas.

What we are looking for:

- Qualifications include a minimum of 6-9 years experience and a university degree in international relations, public policy, humanitarian studies, political science, law, or a related field and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- May require a graduate diploma/degree in a related field and/or a qualified degree, certification, or designation.
- Requires expertise in a specialized discipline or broad experience across fields,



along with an understanding of interconnections between processes and business units.
- Demonstrated experience working within or closely with components of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement (e.g., ICRC, IFRC, or a National Society).
- Proven track record in developing policy positions, advocacy strategies, and high-level briefing materials for internal and external stakeholders.
- Experience representing an organization in strategic, diplomatic, or policy forums at the national, regional, or international level.
- Experience conducting political and humanitarian analysis in complex, dynamic contexts.
- Experience developing project plans and coordinating the work of others to deliver on shared objectives.
- Deep understanding of humanitarian diplomacy, principled humanitarian action, and the global humanitarian policy environment.
- Strong knowledge of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement structure, mandates, and coordination mechanisms.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint) and SharePoint.
- Ability to identify complex problems, analyze interrelated factors, assess and mitigate risks, and develop solutions using specialized skills.
- Communication and influence skills to gather perspectives, understand needs, and present information to reach consensus, often in somewhat sensitive situations.

Working Conditions:

- The majority of work will be conducted from an office-like setting.
- May require travel to safe locations; limited exposure to adverse conditions.
- Work requires the ability to work to deadlines.
- Work requires in

📌 Senior Advisor, Humanitarian Diplomacy, Policy and Movement Relations (Ottawa)
🏢 Canadian Red Cross
📍 Ottawa