VIRTUAL/REMOTE Position - IHL Instructor

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***Training is online, but the volunteer must be able to report to sites within the state of Oklahoma.***)

International Humanitarian Law (IHL) is the body of law that applies during times of armed conflict. It seeks to protect persons who are not, or are no longer, participating in the armed conflict and to restrict the means and methods of warfare. Intro Level Instructors are able to deliver IHL content within their region. Introductory IHL content includes the 'Even War has Rules' class, and other content approved by the SAF/IS Region Lead. Instructors will coordinate all instruction and content delivery with their Regional SAF Lead. Instructors need to be active year-round and coordinate with their SAF Lead and other IHL Instructors to carryout service delivery. The NHQ IHL Team is responsible for initial training of Instructors, with follow up instruction conducted by the SAF/IS Region Lead or other Regional IHL instructors. The NHQ IHL Team will support Instructors and SAF/IS Region Leads with continuing education and assistance in delivering IHL content within their region.

Responsibilities:
· Complete the Basic Level Instructor certification course.
· Coordinate with SAF/IS Regional Lead to plan trainings and presentations in the Instructor's region.
· Facilitate presentations to the interested individuals (those looking for an introduction to IHL or are curious how the American Red Cross works with IHL).
· After the presentation report attendance and responses by attendees within the IHL reporting system and to the SAF/IS Regional Lead.
· Communicate as necessary with the NHQ IHL Team.
· Conduct self-study in IHL areas to deepen knowledge and skills.
· Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Time Commitment:
Commit 8-12 hours a month to plan, facilitate, and report IHL outreach and classes within their region

Qualifications:
· Have successfully completed the Basic Level Instructor course and been certified by the Director of NHQ IHL.
· A passion for IHL and an interest in learning more about this body of law.
· Excellent project management, facilitation, and communication skills.
· Must display flexibility, adaptability, initiative, and teamwork.
· Must possess the ability to present potentially sensitive and politicized issues in compliance with the American Red Cross's neutrality mandate.
· Must present some IHL content at least twice annually to maintain instructor certification.