Call for International Development and Humanitarian Experts (World Bank)– Various locations, Global

Multiple locations

Organization: IRC - International Rescue Committee
Location: Multiple locations
Grade: Consultancy - Consultant - Contractors Agreement
Occupational Groups:
- Development Cooperation and Sustainable Development Goals
- Banking and Finance
- Humanitarian Aid and Coordination
Closing Date:

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.

• National/ International candidates for Team Leader(s)/ Deputy Team Leader(s)/ Technical Expert(s)

• Short and long-term consulting

• Various locations, global

About us

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) are continuously in search of exceptional leaders and consultants to advise and spearhead our World Bank-funded projects in the Crisis, Response, Recovery and Development (CRRD) unit focused on Education, Health, Protection and Economic Wellbeing. We are deeply committed to making a meaningful impact in these sectors globally, both in development and humanitarian contexts.

The IRC is seeking national and international candidates to fill the following roles:

•Team Leader(s)

•Technical Expert(s) – Education, Health, Economic empowerment, Protection, and Resilience (see below for more details on countries and topics)

•Environmental and Social Safeguard Advisor

These roles will be expected to be based in or travel to host countries, dependent on the location of the funding opportunity. Further details on contract type, salary and benefits package will be provided to selected candidates on a call-down basis.

These are mid to senior positions which require outstanding critical thinking, organisational and representational skills.

We are eager to hear from senior leaders with:

• Demonstrated experience (7+) in complex programme design and delivery, including in fragile, conflict and violence (FCV) countries

• Prior experience as a Team Leader, Technical Advisor or similar role for WB will be advantageous

• Experience with management of consortia of international and local partners

• Ability to perform at a senior management level, including managing staff in a matrixed system with a focus on adaptive management

• Substantial experience working within WB operational footprint in developing countries and/or Fragile and conflict-affected countries (FCV) countries

• Strong skills in building and maintaining relationships with government officials

• Fluency in English required, fluency in French or Spanish a plus

• For Technical expert roles, extensive technical experience working in initiatives related to Education, Health, Economic empowerment, Protection, and Resilience in development and/or humanitarian settings, will be crucial

Application requirements

To apply please submit your CV in the World Bank CV format and a cover letter specifying the position you are applying for and how your skills and experience make you a suitable candidate for the role.

Any position will be contingent on the programme being awarded to IRC.

We are currently prioritizing candidates for the following regions/ countries with experience on below thematic areas. National candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

•West africa

Nigeria - Education & Nutrition

Burkina Faso - Health Systems Strengthening

Mali - Resilience

•Central Africa

DRC -Gender-based Violence (GBV)

Chad - Health

CAR - Women's Protection and Empowerment (WPE)

•East Africa

Sudan - Nutrition & Resilience

Somalia - Economic Empowerment and GBV

Kenya - Livelihoods & Health

South Sudan - Climate Resilience and protection

•Latin America

Haiti - Re-intergration & WPE

Honduras - Returnees

El Salvador - Reintergration & WPE

Guatemala - Returnees

Colombia

•MENA

Syria - Livelihoods & Protection

Lebanon - Education & Protection

•ASIA

Afghanistan - Education & Protection

Pakistan - Education & Climate Resilience

Bangladesh - DRR

Standard of Professional Conduct:The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.

We do our best to provide you the most accurate info, but closing dates may be wrong on our site. Please check on the recruiting organization's page for the exact info. Candidates are responsible for complying with deadlines and are encouraged to submit applications well ahead.

Before applying, please make sure that you have read the requirements for the position and that you qualify.
Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager.

Apply