Become a Volunteer Instructor with the Red Cross to teach basic International Humanitarian Law

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***Training is online, volunteering is also currently online***

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.

Responsibilities:
· Complete the Basic Level Instructor certification course.
· Facilitate presentations to the interested individuals (those looking for an introduction to IHL or are curious how the American Red Cross works with IHL).
· Communicate as necessary with the IHL team.
· Conduct self-study in IHL areas to deepen knowledge and skills.
· Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Time Commitment:
Commit 4-8 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.