The German Red Cross (GRC) International Cooperation is dedicated to alleviating human suffering. True to the mandate of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement (the RCRC Movement), we foster partnerships that transcend borders. We support our Sister National Societies worldwide, helping them deliver vital assistance to the most vulnerable people.
To assist people affected by disasters, crises and armed conflicts, we are a committed advocate for the fundamental principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement and an equal, relevant and reliable partner of our Movement, particularly our Sister National Societies, to fulfil their respective humanitarian mandates and national strategies.
We provide needs-based, flexible, innovative and sustainable support to Sister National Societies, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), and the wider humanitarian community. We enable early and immediate life-saving assistance and implement anticipatory action and risk-reducing activities, particularly in the face of climate change and armed conflicts and their humanitarian consequences.
GRC is currently seeking an experienced Operations Coordinator (m/f/d).
Together with the Moroccan Red Crescent Society (MRCS), GRC successfully implements programmes since 2012. The support to MRCS has been scaled-up after the devasting earthquake that struck Morocco on September 8 2023.
The Operations Coordinator will be responsible for the recovery operation programme, funded by the German Federal Foreign Office (GFFO), GRC own funds and third-party funding. Following the phase-out of ongoing relief efforts, the Operations Coordinator will oversee the transition to recovery programming, prioritizing community-based approaches. In addition, this programme activities focus on the sustainable capacity strengthening of MRCS.
Based in Marrakesh, the Operations Coordinator is supported by an experienced international team of delegates and local staff under the line-management of the Head of Office. The duty station is greenlighted for accompanied posting.
Starting date: 01.10.2025
Duration: 12 months
Location: Marrakesh, with frequent travel to other regions of Morocco
You will be part of a highly motivated professional and multicultural team. We offer you a compensation package according to the collective employment agreement of the GRC, an expatriation allowance during your mission as well as an allowance to cover your accommodation. In addition to a full insurance package GRC is covering a home flight within a 12-months period of assignment. You will benefit from a comprehensive training package and receive briefings and coaching prior as well as during and after your mission. Medical check-ups and Psychosocial Support Service are included in your assignment.
Kindly apply by submitting your application by using the GRC online application system until 24.08.2025
Please note that due to the travel and visa regulations and the guidelines of our partners in the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement certain vaccinations are required for this delegate position. Candidates on the short-list for this position will be asked to disclose their vaccination status.
We point out that the selection and nomination processes for this international delegate position may demand that information concerning your person be shared with involved Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement partners (IFRC, ICRC, National Society). This may include transmission into countries that do not apply data protection standards comparable to those of the European Union.