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How to Apply for Development of a technical guideline : how to contextualize CPP messages

at Humanity & Inclusion

🏢 About Humanity & Inclusion

Humanity & Inclusion (HI) is a globally recognized humanitarian organization dedicated to supporting people with disabilities and vulnerable populations in conflict and disaster settings. With operations in over 60 countries and a strong focus on armed violence reduction, HI offers a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact in some of the world's most fragile contexts.

About This Role

This role involves developing a technical guideline to help field teams contextualize Conflict Preparedness & Protection (CPP) messages for diverse audiences. Your work will directly enhance the effectiveness of protection messaging, ensuring that vulnerable populations receive relevant and actionable information to reduce risks from explosive ordnance and armed violence.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve reviewing existing CPP materials and field reports, conducting interviews or surveys with field teams to gather insights, and drafting sections of the guideline. You would also collaborate with the Global EORE Specialist via virtual meetings to align on content and receive feedback, while managing your own schedule to meet the December 15th deadline.

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🎯 Who Humanity & Inclusion Is Looking For

  • Advanced degree in humanitarian action, international relations, social sciences, or a related field; equivalent field experience may be considered
  • Proven experience in curriculum development, training, or technical writing, ideally within the humanitarian sector
  • Strong understanding of EORE and CPP principles, with experience in conflict-affected or mine-affected contexts
  • Excellent analytical and writing skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information into clear, practical guidelines
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently in a remote setting, with strong time management skills

📝 Tips for Applying to Humanity & Inclusion

1

Highlight any direct experience with EORE or CPP, even if in a volunteer or academic capacity, to demonstrate your familiarity with the domain.

2

Showcase your ability to create practical, field-oriented guidelines by linking to examples of previous work, such as training manuals or toolkits.

3

Emphasize your understanding of the humanitarian context and the importance of contextualization for effective risk education.

4

Tailor your CV and cover letter to explicitly address the requirements listed in the job description, using keywords like 'contextualization', 'CPP', and 'EORE'.

5

If you have experience working remotely or across time zones, mention it, as the role is remote and requires self-discipline.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Express your motivation for working at HI and alignment with its mission to support vulnerable populations in conflict zones.', 'Detail your experience with developing technical guidelines or training materials, specifically in humanitarian or development contexts.', 'Demonstrate your knowledge of EORE and CPP, and how you would approach the task of contextualizing messages for different audiences.', 'Highlight your ability to work independently and manage a project from start to finish, as the role is time-bound and remote.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Review HI's current EORE and CPP resources, such as their field manuals or reports, to understand existing frameworks.
  • → Explore HI's website to learn about their armed violence reduction projects in countries like Ukraine, Syria, and Afghanistan.
  • → Look into the latest research on conflict preparedness and protection messaging, including best practices for contextualization.
  • → Familiarize yourself with the Mine Action standards (IMAS) and how they relate to risk education and CPP.
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 How would you go about assessing the needs of different communities to ensure CPP messages are culturally and contextually appropriate?
2 Describe a time when you had to adapt complex information for a non-specialist audience. What steps did you take?
3 What do you know about the current challenges in EORE and CPP, and how might they influence your approach to this guideline?
4 How do you prioritize tasks when working on a project with a tight deadline and limited supervision?
5 Can you provide an example of a technical guideline you have developed, and what impact it had?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Submitting a generic application that does not specifically address the technical focus of the role (EORE and CPP).
  • Failing to demonstrate an understanding of the humanitarian context and the importance of contextualization for vulnerable populations.
  • Not providing concrete examples of your writing or guideline development experience, which is critical for this position.

📅 Application Timeline

⏰ Deadline: September 18, 2026

We recommend applying at least a few days early to avoid last-minute technical issues.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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