Demonstrates sound knowledge of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement’s Fundamental Principles and consistently applies them to decisions, behaviours, communication, and operational choices—especially when under pressure or facing competing demands.
Why it matters
Ensures the National Society acts in ways that protect trust, access, acceptance, and safety; strengthens credibility with communities, authorities, partners, and volunteers; and helps staff navigate ethical dilemmas while staying aligned with the Movement’s mandate.
Observable behaviours
A person with this competency typically:
- Explains the Principles clearly (in plain language) and checks understanding with colleagues/volunteers.
- Uses the Principles as decision criteria, not just values to cite (e.g., “What does neutrality/impartiality require here?”).
- Identifies and manages dilemmas (e.g., tension between neutrality and advocacy; independence and funding conditions).
- Flags and escalates risks to principled action (e.g., reputational risk, perceived bias, political pressure, conflicts of interest).
- Models principled conduct in communication, social media, partnerships, and field behaviour.
- Applies the Principles consistently across programmes (not only in emergencies).
- Supports others to apply the Principles through coaching, briefings, and after-action reflection.
Proficiency levels
Level 1 Working knowledge | Level 2 Applied practice | Level 3 Skilled judgement | Level 4 Leadership / stewardship |
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Evidence of proficiency
- Handles scenario-based questions well (case vignettes, role plays).
- Quality of decision rationales (“why this choice aligns with the Principles”).
- Consistency across contexts (programming, comms, partnerships, volunteering).
- Peer feedback and incident learning contributions (debriefs, lessons captured).