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.

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 - HealthCAR -Women's Protection and Empowerment (WPE)
    • East AfricaSudan - 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
    • Afghanistan - Education & Protection
    • Pakistan - Education & Climate Resilience
    • Bangladesh - DRR

PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS

All International Rescue Committee workers must adhere to the core values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. Our Standards are Integrity, Service, Equality and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Safeguarding, Conflicts of Interest, Fiscal Integrity, and Reporting Wrongdoing and Protection from Retaliation. IRC is committed to take all necessary preventive measures and create an environment where people feel safe, and to take all necessary actions and corrective measures when harm occurs. IRC builds teams of professionals who promote critical reflection, power sharing, debate, and objectivity to deliver the best possible services to our clients.

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Equal Opportunity Employer: IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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