1 – Application
All current vacancies are published on our jobs page. You can check the status of your application at any time. Please note that we do not accept unsolicited applications.
Please ensure that your CV and cover letter reflect your motivation to join the ICRC.
2 – Screening of your application
Our dedicated recruitment team will carefully review all applications and shortlist those who best match the given role and our values. If you are shortlisted for the next stage, you will receive an email inviting you to participate in tests and/or interviews. While we cannot provide detailed feedback at this initial stage, we appreciate your interest in the ICRC.
3 – Pre-recorded video and tests (may be required)
If your application is shortlisted, you will be invited to start the assessment process. This may include:
- Pre-recorded videos: you record your answers in front of a camera on our dedicated platform. We will assess your motivation and fit for the position.
- Language tests: you are assessed on your language skills using our testing tools. We will test your listening, speaking, reading and writing skills.
- Technical tests: we ask you to perform a test to assess your technical skills. This can be done online or offline.
4 – Interviews
The recruiter will invite you for an HR interview and/or technical interview and/or panel interview. The interviews may be held either online or in person at our headquarters or in one of our delegations, depending on where you are based.
5 – Selection and hiring
You will be informed by the recruiter and/or line manager whether you have been selected for the position you applied for.
Our commitment to upholding the highest standards
As outlined in our Code of Conduct, in our day-to-day operations we are unequivocally committed to protecting and making responsible use of our resources, as well as creating a safe and respectful environment for our staff, our partners and, above all, the people we protect and assist. It is our culture of integrity that enables us to fully honour those commitments.
To fulfil these commitments and ensure the safety of those we assist and our staff, the ICRC conducts thorough background checks of candidates. This may include checking criminal convictions, disciplinary or other administrative sanctions, and any situations related to potential misconduct.
The ICRC is a proud partner of the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. This collaboration helps prevent perpetrators of sexual misconduct from moving between organizations, further safeguarding the people we serve. As part of this process, your previous employers will be contacted to corroborate any findings or allegations of sexual misconduct.
Lastly, to keep you, your team and those we serve safe from harm, the ICRC conducts medical checks to ensure our medical standards are met.
Kindly note that each step must be successfully completed before the hiring process can move forward, and that the timeline may vary from one step to another.