Data Protection Legal Adviser (800793)

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is dedicated to preserving human dignity and alleviating suffering caused by war and armed violence. The ICRC collaborates with Red Cross and Red Crescent partners globally to deliver life-saving aid, reconnect families, and locate missing people. The Data Protection Legal Adviser role within the Data Protection Office (DPO) is crucial for ensuring the ICRC processes personal data responsibly and in line with its mandate, especially in sensitive humanitarian contexts. The main day-to-day responsibilities of the Data Protection Legal Adviser include supervising and monitoring the application of ICRC Rules on Personal Data Protection. This involves ensuring that data processing activities across the organization remain compliant and that risks are identified and addressed promptly. The role also includes supporting ICRC departments and delegations in implementing these rules, providing legal analysis and advice, and ensuring that data protection considerations are embedded from the outset in new tools, processes, and initiatives. To qualify for this role, candidates must have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Law, International Law, or Human Rights. A strong knowledge of data protection law, supported by a Data Protection Officer certification, is essential. Excellent written and spoken English skills are required, with proficiency in French or Spanish being a valuable asset. Candidates should also be skilled in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and have approximately 10–12 years of overall professional experience, with around 5 years as a legal adviser or attorney and approximately 2 years of experience in data protection or privacy. Nice-to-have skills include operational experience in the humanitarian sector, ideally as a program coordinator, manager, or similar role. The position is based in Geneva and offers an open-ended contract with a 100% activity rate, starting on 1st December 2026. The role involves long-term assignments and participation in external engagements, panels, and events. What the role asks for: - Bachelor's or Master's degree in Law, International Law, or Human Rights. - Strong knowledge of data protection law. - Data Protection Officer certification. - Excellent written and spoken English. - Skilled in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). - 10–12 years of overall professional experience. - Approximately 5 years as a legal adviser or attorney. - Approximately 2 years of experience in data protection or privacy.