Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) and Programmes Intern (6 months)

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.

IRC UK 
IRC UK is part of the IRC global network, which has its global headquarters in New York. Our team in the UK works to raise profile, deliver policy and practice change, and increase funding to help restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. The IRC UK has been delivering  Resettlement, Asylum and Integration (RAI) programme in the UK since 2021, working in partnership with local councils and other organisations, to provide integration support to refugees, asylum seekers and other vulnerable migrants in the UK.

In Europe, the IRC also has offices in Berlin, Bonn, Brussels, Geneva and Stockholm.  

The Purpose of the Role

The MEL and Programmes Intern will provide support to both the Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) function and the Programmes team. This internship offers an opportunity for an individual with lived experience of displacement or from an underrepresented group to gain experience in the UK charity sector. The intern will  gain hands-on experience in data management, programme support, and client service delivery within the refugee resettlement and integration sector. The intern will be supervised by the MEL Officer, with guidance from the Programmes Officer, and will develop practical skills while contributing to the smooth operation of key projects.

Key Working Relationships:

The position reports to the MEL Officer with additional guidance from the Programmes Officer. The position works closely with other UK RAI programmes staff.

Key Accountabilities

Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL) Support

• Assist with the maintenance of the RAI UK Customer Relationship Management (CRM) database system , including data entry and review
• Help with the monitoring of project key performance indicators on a periodic basis in close coordination with the project team
• Support data collection as outlined in the MEL Plan, including acting as an enumerator for client surveys and leading focus group discussions where needed
• Support the provision of MEL technical support to staff members, including basic CRM  technical support and troubleshooting and  preparing simple data reports
• Help prepare and distribute surveys, including coordinating translations and sending reminders/follow-up to survey participants where needed.
• Maintain MEL-related files, templates, and guidance documents and  assist with general administrative tasks of MEL activities.

Programmes Support

• Help coordinate orders of programme materials (e.g. Healing Classrooms/Spaces handbooks, SIM cards, laptops, client vouchers)
• Support development and distribution of programme resources such as flyers,handbooks ,certificates and ESOL audio and video materials

• Draft and circulate meeting minutes.

• Support the creation and distribution of newsletters and other programme communications

• Assist with clients and Community Advisory Group members payment liaising with supply chain and client, and processing reimbursements with finance team.
• Provide ad hoc programme support and problem-solving.

Learning Outcomes

Through this internship, the intern will gain:

• Practical experience in MEL processes and programme operations.
• Knowledge of data management systems (e.g., CRM) and data collection tools.
• Insight into the functioning of a humanitarian/refugee integration organisation.
• Skills in survey design, monitoring, and programme delivery.
• Experience working in a collaborative, multicultural environment.

PERSON SPECIFICATION:

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines and to quickly learn information systems
• Basic IT skills and knowledge(Microsoft Office, email).
• Interest in data management, monitoring, and programme support.

• Ability to speak and write in English.
• Ability to work flexibly both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

• Commitment to confidentiality and safeguarding standards.

• Previous voluntary, work or academic experience related to refugees, migration, or social programmes.

The salary for the role is £29,783.74

You must have the right to work in the UK.

The deadline to apply is 24th Oct 2025

IRC UK strives to be an equal opportunities employer. IRC-UK is committed to equality of opportunity and to non-discrimination for all job applicants and employees, and we seek to ensure diversity in our workforce regardless of gender, race, religious  beliefs, nationality, ethnic/national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability.

IRC UK strongly encourage applications from individuals with lived experience as a refugee, asylum seeker, or migrant with protection needs.  and other underrepresented groups  who have the right to work in the UK.

IRC UK will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application and/or interview process, and for essential job functions if appointed to a role. Please contact us if you may need such adjustments. 

If you have any questions or need assistance with the online recruitment process, please contact the IRC UK HR team at applications@rescue-uk.org.

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