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 50 countries and more than 25 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) is continuously in search of exceptional leaders to spearhead our donor-funded projects in the Crisis, Response, Recovery and Development (CRRD) unit focused on Education, Health, Climate Change, Economic well-being, Governance, Violence prevention, Women Protection and Empowerment. We are deeply committed to making a meaningful impact in these sectors globally, both in development and humanitarian contexts.
Our aim is to build strong relationships, fostering partnerships with local organizations and stakeholders, in anticipation of future opportunities with potential Chiefs of Party/Project Directors/Team Leaders for upcoming USAID/FCDO multi-year, multi-million-dollar international development projects. By engaging with local partners, we seek to enhance project sustainability, cultural relevance, and community impact, ensuring a holistic approach to development initiatives. As such, we actively seek to connect with professionals with outstanding leadership, strategic thinking, organizational and representational skills. We are eager to hear from senior leaders with:
- Chief Of Party/ Project Director/Team Leader experience
- 8 - 10 years experience leading project design and delivery within fragile or conflict context.
- Demonstrable experience leading USAID/FCDO donor funded projects, preferably commercial contracts.
- Experience managing consortia of international or local partners.
These roles will be based in 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. IRC offers attractive packages to expats and locals.
We are also keen to hear from local candidates who can spearhead our projects. We believe this approach will leverage local expertise, foster community ownership and sustainability, and optimize resources for greater impact in IRC's efforts. At IRC, we are deeply committed to Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion, recognizing the invaluable contributions that individuals from diverse backgrounds bring to our projects. Our commitment extends to providing lifesaving assistance and support to vulnerable populations globally, with a focus on upholding humanitarian principles and promoting human dignity.
If you are interested in joining our team, we encourage you to submit your CV and cover letter (optional) through the link provided below. Once we receive your CV, our recruitment team will review your profile and match your skills and preferences with suitable Chief of Party/Project Director/Team Leader positions. This will be followed by an email to set up a call to discuss your preferences, availability, and suitability for your role. By joining our talent pipeline, you will receive early notifications about upcoming key personnel opportunities that match your expertise. Additionally, you will gain exclusive insights into our projects, our humanitarian and development mission, and our vision for a better world.
We eagerly anticipate your response and the prospect of further discussing and exploring future opportunities at IRC with you.
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.
