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Anti-Trafficking Project Coordinator

Remote | Milan | Athens | Belgrade

  • Organization: IRC - International Rescue Committee
  • Location: Remote | Milan | Athens | Belgrade
  • Grade: Mid level - Mid level
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Criminology, Extremism, Police Affairs and Anti-Corruption
    • Project and Programme Management
    • Managerial positions
    • Drugs, Anti-Money Laundering, Terrorism and Human Trafficking
  • 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.
With nearly two decades of experience, the IRC is one of the leading providers of high-quality programming to support victims and survivors of human trafficking in the United States and is rapidly expanding this portfolio in Europe. The IRC currently operates anti-trafficking programs in 12 US cities and in 12 countries in Europe, including through partners. IRC is currently implementing a U.S Department of Justice (DOJ) Office of Victims of Crime (OVC) funded platform to share technical know-how and resources on labor trafficking with providers across the US. 
It is also starting a two-year innovative anti-trafficking project focused on using technology and Artificial Intelligence to prevent and combat human trafficking.
JOB OVERVIEW
We are seeking a skilled Anti-Trafficking coordinator to join an innovative anti-trafficking initiative focused on using technology and Artificial Intelligence to combat human trafficking, including online. The project aims to leverage cutting-edge technologies, particularly Artificial Intelligence (AI), machine learning and GenAI, to identify, and disrupt traffickers' digital activities, and protect victims of human trafficking. 
This position reports to the Protection and Anti-Trafficking Senior Technical Adviser within the Resettlement, Asylum and Integration unit (RAI)’s Anti-Trafficking program and support a new Anti-Trafficking project in partnership with Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) Foundation. The Anti-Trafficking unit implements programs that focus mainly on preventing human trafficking and on protecting victims of trafficking.
The role involves producing technical content (written, audio, videos, training modules, etc) in a various range of topics on human trafficking in the dedicated IRC Anti-Trafficking website, suggest new innovative content ideas, and contributes to the piloting of tech and AI tools throughout the project, researching online trafficking patterns, and advising on further strategies and funding opportunities to combat human trafficking.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Project implementation of the Tech and AI project
•Collaborate with the AT team and Digital Innovation Manager to pilot tech and AI tools.
•Develop general content on human trafficking (written content, thematic fact sheets, videos, reports, etc.) for the IRC Anti-Trafficking website
•Create training materials and resources to support team members and stakeholders in understanding AI technologies and cyber intelligence techniques.
•Develop country-specific content for RAI program countries and offices (US and Europe).
•Design human trafficking training modules on the Kaya platform.
•Work on roundtables, internal events, blog posts, podcasts related to the IRC Anti-Trafficking program
•Participate in the regular project meetings and reporting
Development of toolkits, manuals and 
•Map and compile office-level materials at the IRC program offices 
•In collaboration with the Anti-Trafficking Technical Advisers and the Anti-Trafficking Senior Technical Advisor, work on developing toolkits and manuals on the IRC Anti-Trafficking programmatic approaches.
Business development
•Participate in technical review of funding proposals prepared by the Technical Unit, including review of technical activities and ensuring alignment to desired program models and parameters.
•Coordinate tracking, compilation and analysis of key program metrics and outcomes indicators.
•Build partnerships with academic institutions and other organizations with expertise and experience. 
Organizational priorities
•Participate actively as a member of RAI’s Program Excellence’s and Safety, Health and Education Technical Unit teams
•Collaborate closely with the Research, Analysis and Learning unit, in particular the technical advisor teams.
•Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
Position reports to: Senior Technical Advisor, Protection and Anti-trafficking
Maintains close working relationships with members of the Resettlement, Integration and Innovation, and Research, Analysis & Learning units at HQ, and Country offices in the US and Europe, as well as close collaboration other anti-trafficking service providers and external subject matter experts. The Program coordinator is also expected to develop and maintain external relationships with universities as well as funding partners.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education
•Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred 
Work experience 
•Minimum two years’ experience in direct delivery and monitoring of anti-trafficking programming
•Experience in provision of technical assistance and development of fact sheets, training materials and events
•Experience in program design, content creation monitoring and evaluation.
•Experience providing services to diverse communities is highly desirable. 
•Experience and or familiarity with tech and AI an asset 
Demonstrated skills and competencies
•English proficiency should be equivalent to that of a native speaker
•Strong understanding of the trends around human trafficking mainly in the US and in Europe and strong interest in learning about new contexts
•Excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills with evidence of the ability to productively interact with a wide range and level of staff and organizations 
•Strong creative and design skills and ability to conceptualize and visualize abstract ideas to create tangible, user-friendly designs
•Strong organizational skills with ability to juggle multiple tasks, set priorities, problem-solve, effectively manage time and meet deadlines, and proven ability to work under pressure.
•Ability to access and apply current research in support of anti-trafficking efforts
•Demonstrated experience with a range of on-site and distance learning tools, and knowledge of current, effective adult learning technologies and trends  
•Demonstrated experience in utilizing webinar platforms such as Zoom and learning portals such as Kaya
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Remotely from any of the mentioned IRC locations.  Up to 10% of travel required.
If you encounter any difficulties during the application process, please don't hesitate to contact us at RAIEurope.jobs@rescue.org.
•IRC Way: The IRC and IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, and Accountability.  In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Anti Workplace Harassment, Fiscal Integrity, and Anti-Retaliation.
•Commitment to Diversity and Inclusivity: IRC is committed to building a diverse organization and a climate of inclusivity.  We strongly encourage applications from candidates who can demonstrate that they can contribute to this goal.
•Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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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.

Commitment to Gender, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion: The IRC is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, respectful, and safe work environment where all persons are treated fairly, with dignity and respect. The IRC expressly prohibits and will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or bullying of the IRC persons in any work setting. We aim to increase the representation of women, people that are from country and communities we serve, and people who identify as races and ethnicities that are under-represented in global power structures.
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