International Rescue Committee

Role Description IRC (International Rescue Committee) Deutschland sucht eine*n Referent*in (d/w/m) Finanzen Deutsche Programme in Berlin, oder deutschlandweit remote | ab September 2026 in Teil- oder Vollzeit (32-40 Stunden/Woche) | zunächst befristet auf ein Jahr. - Sie fertigen monatliche interne Budgetanalysen zu laufenden Projekten an. - Sie erstellen Zwischen- und Verwendungsberichte gemäß den Geberrichtlinien (insbesondere von öffentlichen Gebern, z.B. EU-finanzierten Programmen). - Sie überprüfen laufende projektbezogene Ausgaben und deren Kontierung und Kostenstellen-Zuordnung und gewährleisten das Einhalten von relevanten Geberrichtlinien, auch in Hinblick auf korrekte Verrechnung von Eigenanteilen. - Sie arbeiten eng mit den anderen Finanzbereichen zusammen und leisten ihren Beitrag zur reibungslosen Abwicklung genereller Finanzprozesse insbesondere in der internen Finanzsoftware „Integra“ (basierend auf Microsoft Dynamics). - Sie schulen Projektmitarbeitende im Budget- und Ausgabenmanagement und der korrekten Anwendung der IRC-Richtlinien. Qualifications - Sie verfügen über einen in Deutschland anerkannten Hochschulabschluss, idealerweise im Bereich Finanzen, NGO-Management, Wirtschaft oder einem anderen relevanten Bereich. - Sie verfügen über mindestens zwei Jahre Berufserfahrung im Finanzwesen, idealerweise im Bereich Projektfinanzierung/Drittmittelverwaltung oder einer vergleichbaren Position bei einer gemeinnützigen Organisation. - Sie haben Erfahrung mit der Abwicklung von Förderprojekten. - Sie haben Freude an der Arbeit mit Excel auf fortgeschrittenem Niveau und erledigen diese sicher und routiniert. - Sie verfügen über Deutsch- und Englischkenntnisse auf mind. B2-Niveau nach Gemeinsamen Europäischem Referenzrahmen. - Sie arbeiten sehr sorgfältig mit einem guten Auge für Details. - Sie bringen Erfahrung im Umgang mit Microsoft Dynamics Software (oder vergleichbar) mit. - Ihre Arbeit ist geprägt von einer zuverlässigen und teamorientierten Arbeitsweise. Benefits - Eine sinnstiftende Gestaltungsaufgabe in einem partnerschaftlichen Team. - Ein Einstiegsgehalt von 46.634 EUR brutto im Jahr (bei Vollzeit, 40 Std./Woche) sowie eine jährliche Gehaltsanpassung. - Attraktive Vorteile für Mitarbeitende wie Mitgliedschaft im Fitnessstudio, betriebliche Altersvorsorge, Einkaufsgutscheine, Zuschuss zu Kinderbetreuungskosten, Jobfahrradleasing, Zuschuss zum Deutschlandticket, bei Bedarf Zugang zu zeitnaher und vertraulicher psychologischer Unterstützung. - 30 Tage Jahresurlaub und großzügige Sonderurlaubsregelung. - Flexible Arbeitszeiten und Homeoffice-Möglichkeiten. - Trainings- und Entwicklungsmöglichkeiten, Zugang zu kostenlosen Sprachkursen. - Bei Bedarf Assistenzleistungen für Menschen mit Behinderung.

Role Description The Deputy Director, Lending and Partnerships oversees daily operations of CEO’s underwriting and lending activity, lending and borrower data analysis and technical support to CEO’s lending and service delivery partners. This individual co-leads the lending team, manages key institutional and community relationships, and helps drive loan production while ensuring quality underwriting standards and mission alignment. This role is ideal for a strategic, mission-driven professional who is equally comfortable building partnerships with service organizations, ensuring data-driven operations and managing fast-paced, borrower-centered lending in low-income communities. Key Responsibilities - Lending Operations: - Manage day-to-day lending operations, including pipeline management, underwriting oversight, and internal and external loan committee preparation. - Supervise and mentor a team of loan officers and origination specialists providing guidance on loan product fit, underwriting, partner support and borrower engagement. - Review and approve loan applications, term sheets, and loan recommendations prior to credit committee presentation. - Ensure loan production and deployment goals are met while maintaining strong credit quality and mission alignment. - Manage the loan pipeline tracking system; provide regular reporting on volume, product mix, and projected closings to senior leadership. - Coordinate closely with the servicing team to ensure smooth transitions from origination through closing and into portfolio management. - Credit Quality & Underwriting Standards: - Maintain and support updating of lending policies, underwriting guidelines, and credit standards in coordination with senior leadership. - Ensure consistency and rigor in underwriting across all loan products and borrower types. - Identify opportunities to refine product structures or develop new products in response to market needs and community demand. - Support the credit committee process, including preparing and presenting materials and facilitating decision-making discussions. - Partnership Development & External Relations: - Cultivate and manage strategic relationships with community-based organizations that generate referrals, lending as a service agreements and co-lending opportunities. - Oversee delivery of high-quality training and technical support to CEO’s lending partners, ensuring rapid and effective uptake of CEO’s business systems and procedures. - Co-develop, in close coordination with leadership and external relations, a partnership strategy that expands the organization's referral network, increases loan volume, and deepens community trust. - Manage formal partnership agreements, Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs), and co-lending or participation loan arrangements with partners. - Collaborate with the external relations team to support grant applications, CDFI Fund awards, and funder relationships that require lending data, program descriptions, or partnership documentation. - Business Development & Market Strategy: - Identify underserved market segments, geographic gaps, or product needs, and recommend strategies to expand lending reach. - Lead outreach campaigns and marketing efforts in coordination with communications staff to promote loan products and raise awareness among target borrowers. - Support the organization's annual lending goals and strategic plan by supporting the development and implementation of business development work plans. - Team Leadership & Organizational Development: - Supervise, coach, and evaluate a team of lending and partnership staff; foster a collaborative, accountable, and mission-driven team culture. - Assist in the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding of new lending team members. - Lead or participate in cross-departmental initiatives related to systems improvement, product development, impact measurement, and organizational learning. - Compliance & Reporting: - Ensure lending activities comply with applicable regulatory requirements, investor covenants, and CDFI Fund program requirements. - Contribute to CDFI Fund reporting (AMIS, Transaction Level Reporting) and other external compliance reporting as needed. - Support impact measurement by ensuring accurate tracking of borrower demographics, loan purpose, job creation, and other mission-related metrics. Qualifications - Genuine commitment to economic equity and serving low-income communities. - Ability to build, motivate, and develop a high-performing team. - Strong capacity to assess credit risk, interpret financial data, and make sound recommendations balancing strong commitment to borrowers' interests with CDFI sustainability. - Sound decision-making, especially in cases of hardship, complex circumstances and balance of short- and long-term interests of the CDFI. - Required: Bachelor's degree in finance, business administration, economics, or equivalent experience. - Minimum 8 years of experience in CDFI loan servicing, credit risk management, or portfolio management, with at least 3 years in a supervisory role. - Demonstrated experience managing nonprofit loan portfolios. - Strong knowledge of loan documentation, credit analysis, compliance, and credit protections strategies. - Knowledge of small business lending and borrower-centered financing. - Experience with loan management systems. - Excellent analytical and organizational skills. - Commitment to CDFI's mission and the communities we serve. Compensation Pay Rate: $90,000-$115,000/yr. Ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, internal equity, and budget. Exact offers are calibrated by work location, individual candidate experience and skills relative to the defined job requirements. Benefits - 10 sick days - 10 US holidays - 20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure - Medical insurance starting at $163 per month - Dental starting at $6.50 per month - Vision starting at $5 per month - FSA for healthcare and commuter costs - A 403b retirement savings plan with immediately vested matching - Disability & life insurance - An Employee Assistance Program available to staff and their families 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.

Role Description El Comité Internacional de Rescate (IRC) responde a las peores crisis humanitarias del mundo y ayuda a las personas a sobrevivir y reconstruir sus vidas. Fundado en 1933 a pedido de Albert Einstein, el IRC trabaja en más de 40 países y 28 ciudades de EE.UU. para ayudar a las personas cuyas vidas y medios de subsistencia han quedado destrozados por conflictos y catástrofes, incluida la crisis climática, a sobrevivir, recuperarse y tomar el control de su futuro. Liderar la prestación de servicios de apoyo psicosocial para niñas, niños y adolescentes (NNA) en situación de movilidad, de acuerdo con las metodologías del IRC, como parte de los servicios integrales de las Unidades Móviles en Ciudad de México y Ciudad Juárez. - Implementar actividades grupales de apoyo sobre crianza positiva con padres, madres y cuidadores en Ciudad Juárez. - Apoyar en la implementación de actividades grupales de apoyo psicosocial para infancias en movilidad. - Apoyar en la preparación y la logística de distribución de mochilas de juego para NNA. - Llevar un control/base de datos de participantes, en registros físicos y digitales. - Conocer y utilizar las rutas de referencia y de atención para la protección a la niñez. - Evaluar de manera constante las necesidades de NNA y sus familias. - Brindar Primeros Auxilios Psicológicos en caso de que se requiera una respuesta en crisis. - Participar en actividades de fortalecimiento de capacidades técnicas. - Apoyar en la provisión de asistencia humanitaria, según se requiera en situaciones de emergencias. - Servir como ejemplo del IRC Way: Normas de Conducta Profesional. Qualifications - Licenciatura en psicología, trabajo social o carrera a fin en las áreas sociales. - Conocimiento en paquetería office (Outlook, Excel, Word). - Conocimientos en transversalización de género, temas de Protección a personas en vulnerabilidad o en movilidad. - Experiencia mínima de 1 año en proyectos psicosociales y/o de Protección grupales/comunitarios. - Deseable experiencia en el trabajo de contexto humanitario. - Se valorará el conocimiento del contexto local. Requirements - Adherirse a los valores y principios descritos en IRC Way - normas para la conducta profesional. - Compromiso con la reducción de la brecha de género en posiciones de liderazgo. - Ofrecer un entorno propicio para que las mujeres participen en la fuerza de trabajo. - Considerar a todos los solicitantes sobre la base del mérito sin discriminación. Benefits - Permiso parental. - Protocolos de seguridad sensibles al género. - Otros beneficios y subsidios de apoyo.

Role Description The Emergency Women’s Protection and Empowerment Coordinator, Global Surge is responsible for leading WPE programming in acute emergency responses. This may include: - Rapid assessment - Program start-up - Strategy development - Proposal development - Technical oversight - Staff recruitment and management - Budget management - Grants compliance - Local partner relations A successful candidate will demonstrate a track record of working independently in fast-paced environments and applying creative, flexible design to women’s protection and Gender-Based Violence (GBV) response programming in humanitarian contexts. Qualifications - Post-graduate degree in social work, psychology, social sciences, or other related field, or equivalent work experience - At least five years’ experience working in the field of GBV response programming at the Coordinator level or above - Experience working with IRC and an understanding of IRC’s systems and processes is strongly preferred - Familiarity with key donor regulations such as UNHCR, FCDO, BPRM, and ECHO - Experience in working with and coordinating with the UN, donors, INGOs, and other humanitarian actors - Demonstrated experience in staff supervision, capacity building, project design, and budget management - Demonstrated skills in effectively leading and building programs and/or operations in high-pressure, fluid environments - Proven communication, writing, and editing skills, including the ability to effectively write and edit grant proposals and reports - Flexible work attitude: Be flexible and yet focused & reliable in an environment of limited resources and changing demands - Ability to work well, promote teamwork, and be comfortable in a multi-cultural environment - Good digital literacy: Facility with MS Word, Excel, and email/internet software - Fluency in English; excellent oral and written communication skills; working knowledge of Arabic, French, and/or Spanish strongly preferred Requirements - Actively develop and maintain effective working relationships with key actors, including donors, government actors, UN agencies, international and local NGOs, and other relevant actors - Regularly attend emergency GBV coordination and task force meetings to feed in IRC priorities from the field - Ensure women’s protection concerns and challenges are brought to relevant fora to advocate for standards and procedures that systematize how GBV programming is implemented and coordinated at the field level Benefits - Comply with and ensure that new WPE staff understand the IRC Code of Conduct and policies related to Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse and Child Safeguarding - Maintain open and professional relations with team members, promoting a strong team spirit and providing oversight and guidance to enable staff to successfully perform in their positions Company Description 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.

Role Description The Associate Director, Prospect Research & Management, sits within External Relations’ Business Operations & Analytics team, and leads the Prospect Research & Management team, playing a senior leadership role in supporting the IRC’s funding sustainability. Reporting directly to the Vice President, Business Operations & Analytics, the Associate Director shapes team-level strategies, translates organizational goals into actionable research plans, and is a valued, proactive contributor to the development of high-value fundraising strategies. - Lead high-value research initiatives, ensuring integration with fundraising strategy across multiple operational areas. - Drive continuous improvement across the team. - Build and lead strategic relationships with fundraising leadership. - Ensure PRM outputs directly inform organizational decision-making. Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree strongly preferred. - Expert research and database management skills (Salesforce). - Ability to analyze, interpret, and synthesize complex data into strategic insights. - Proficiency across PRM subscription tools, internet research, fundraising software, and data retrieval services (e.g. LexisNexis, iWave, Foundation Directory, etc.). - Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Requirements - Strong experience in applying quantitative and qualitative analysis to non-profit fundraising strategy. - Experience in driving innovation in tool use and mentoring others in technical development. - Experience working with a relational database, preferably Salesforce. Benefits - Pay Rate: 65,000 GBP/yr. - Flexible hours (when possible). - Enhanced maternity/adoption leave and pay. - Gender-sensitive security protocols. Recruitment Process - Screening call online. - First round panel interview online – including assessment/test. - Second round panel interview – in person in the London office – including presentation task.

Role Description 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. This consultancy will generate the foundational evidence synthesis needed to reframe workforce capacity as core humanitarian infrastructure rather than discretionary overhead, and document practical and innovative solutions to meet learning and development (L&D) demands with reduced resources. Qualifications - Advanced degree (Master’s or above) in social sciences, international development, child protection, public health, or a related field. - Minimum 5 years of professional experience in research, evidence synthesis, or program evaluation in humanitarian or development contexts. - Demonstrated experience conducting literature reviews and evidence syntheses on social protection, child protection, or related topics. - Strong understanding of the humanitarian child protection sector, including familiarity with the Child Protection Minimum Standards (CPMS) and the humanitarian coordination architecture. - Proven ability to produce clear, well-written, advocacy-oriented knowledge products for non-specialist audiences (donors, senior leadership). - Excellent written and spoken English. Requirements - Experience working with or knowledge of the Alliance for Child Protection in Humanitarian Action. - Familiarity with workforce development, capacity strengthening, and learning and development approaches in humanitarian settings. - Experience with evidence mapping or systematic review methodologies. - Working knowledge of French or Arabic. Deliverables - Inception Note: Proposed search strategy, databases and sources to be consulted, inclusion and exclusion criteria, analytical framework and workplan. (Month 1) - Evidence Synthesis draft: Structured review and synthesis of published and grey literature linking workforce capacity to CP outcomes in the form of a draft report. (Month 3) - Discussion of identified case studies: Presentation of case studies informed by data collection to Alliance Secretariat, AME and L&D Working Groups for validation and discussion. (Month 4) - Final clean version of evidence brief + case studies: Final write up of Evidence Brief inclusive of case studies. (Month 5) - Presentation of all results: Present findings at online webinar organized by the Alliance. (Month 5) Payment Rate and Schedule The total consultancy fee is USD 10,500.00. Payments will be made upon satisfactory completion of deliverables as agreed with consultant during contracting. Reporting and Coordination The consultant will report directly to the IRC Senior Researcher, who serves as Co-Chair of the Alliance’ AME Working Group. Regular check-ins will be held on a bi-weekly or monthly basis, as agreed during inception. Application Process - A cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining relevant experience and proposed approach to the assignment. - A current CV highlighting relevant qualifications and experience. - One sample of previous evidence synthesis or advocacy-oriented knowledge products. - Contact details of two professional references. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Ethical Considerations The consultant is expected to adhere to the IRC’s research ethics policies and the Alliance’s ethical guidelines. The consultant must ensure the accurate and responsible use of all published and grey literature, proper attribution of sources, and the safe handling and storage of any internal documentation shared by Alliance member organizations. 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. 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.

Role Description The Senior Officer, Prospect Research & Management, sits within External Relations’ Prospect Research & Management team, playing a key role in supporting the IRC’s sustainability by shaping team-level strategies and contributing to broader PRM planning. They are responsible for delivering advanced research and analysis, aligning research strategies with organizational goals, and providing expert strategic advice to senior staff and frontline fundraisers on US-based donors. The Senior Officer takes ownership of strategic initiatives within their operational area, mentors junior colleagues, and ensures the quality and alignment of research outputs with fundraising objectives. The right candidate will build and sustain positive relationships across internal teams and external vendors, while driving superior research and prospect management services that ultimately increase philanthropic support for our clients. Major Responsibilities - Produce and oversee the quality of confidential biographical, financial, and due diligence research profiles on US-based HNWI donors and prospects, applying advanced online and electronic sources and ensuring outputs meet the highest standards. - Lead high-value pipeline development for fundraisers focused on the US market, applying sophisticated prospecting methodologies to identify, rate, and qualify HNWI donors capable of transformational financial support. - Serve as a trusted strategic advisor to senior frontline fundraising colleagues in the US, aligning research strategies with organizational goals and providing expert input on donor and prospect management to drive increased support for the IRC’s clients. - Develop and implement data-driven research strategies that align with organizational goals, integrating qualitative analyses and sector trends into actionable plans for prospect/donor management, opportunity development, and maximized revenue. - Drive innovation in tools and methods supporting prospect research and portfolio management, including relationship mapping, analytics, and other appropriate metrics; proactively identify and evaluate new tools to meet strategic needs, and lead on process improvement initiatives within operational areas. - Manage and optimise a suite of resources (e.g. CRM, subscription databases, media tools) to respond to strategic opportunities, and contribute to the procurement and development of new tools in line with team priorities. - Lead and manage special projects (e.g. vendor screenings, data mining, ad hoc reports, process pilots) and conduct proactive research initiatives that anticipate business challenges and contribute to team-wide problem-solving. - Build and maintain strong partnerships with prospect research-adjacent teams (Philanthropy account managers, Program Services team) at a senior level, actively seeking and incorporating stakeholder feedback to ensure alignment between operational needs and business objectives. - Provide line management to PRM Manager and colleagues where feasible/appropriate, supporting their professional development, refining their research outputs, and fostering an inclusive and collaborative team environment. Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree strongly preferred or equivalent experience (ideally 5+ years) applying quantitative and qualitative analysis and business intelligence in support of non-profit fundraising, with demonstrable expertise in US markets and an understanding of broader philanthropic trends. - Proficiency in internet search engines and sophisticated search techniques, fundraising software, and data retrieval services (e.g. LexisNexis, iWave, Foundation Directory, etc.); able to evaluate and recommend new tools to meet strategic needs; strong MS Office skills (Word, Outlook, and Excel in particular). - Proven experience working with a relational database, preferably Salesforce; able to produce and maintain documentation to support team protocols. Requirements - Advanced research and database management skills (Salesforce); able to lead on development and documentation of team protocols and best practices. - Ability to analyze, interpret, synthesize, and present complex data to senior stakeholders, translating findings into clear, actionable recommendations that align with business objectives. - Ability to develop and lead proactive prospecting methodologies and strategic research initiatives that support organizational goals, including advanced data mining, sophisticated constituent database queries, and process improvement. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to present detailed findings to senior stakeholders and to support junior colleagues in developing their own communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Desired Qualifications - Understanding of philanthropic trends and their impacts on the humanitarian aid sector, with the ability to anticipate challenges and translate this knowledge into strategic advantage for the team. - Knowledge of emerging concepts and practices in the field of strategic philanthropy, corporate social responsibility, Public Private Partnerships, and impact investing, particularly as it relates to U.S. entities. - Strong interpersonal and time-management skills; demonstrated ability to independently manage timelines, set appropriate expectations with stakeholders, and support junior staff in prioritizing workloads. - Proven ability to act with sensitivity and discretion while working with highly confidential information, modelling best practice for junior colleagues. - Prior experience working at an international organization, with an appreciation of the complexities of operating across multiple markets and stakeholder groups. Working Environment This role may require working remotely full- or part-time (i.e., telecommuting). Applicants must have a home or alternate workspace they can effectively complete their work from during regularly scheduled hours. Compensation Pay Range: $85,000-$90,000/yr. Posted pay ranges apply to US-based candidates. Ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, internal equity, and budget. Exact offers are calibrated by work location, individual candidate experience and skills relative to the defined job requirements. Benefits - 10 sick days - 10 US holidays - 20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure - Medical insurance starting at $163 per month - Dental starting at $6.50 per month - Vision starting at $5 per month - FSA for healthcare and commuter costs - A 403b retirement savings plan with immediately vested matching - Disability & life insurance - An Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles. 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.

Role Description 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. Qualifications - Postgraduate degree in research, medical sciences, health and nutrition, social work, gender studies, development studies, or a related field. - Proven experience conducting endline evaluations and/or baseline studies for multisectoral projects integrating protection, health, and education, targeting both Afghan refugee and host community populations. - Demonstrated experience of studies in relevant sectors in humanitarian contexts, including Protection, Health, Education, Community Outreach, Gender Equality, Mainstreaming and Inclusion, Mass Awareness, Multipurpose Cash, Food Security and Livelihoods, WASH. - Experience managing combined or concurrent multi-assignment evaluations/studies will be a strong advantage. - Strong expertise in quantitative and qualitative data collection, synthesis, analysis, and reporting, with the ability to transform findings into clear, actionable insights and data visualisations. - Good understanding of the Afghan refugee context and the sociopolitical and programmatic dynamics of Balochistan Province. - Prior experience working with ECHO or other major institutional donors. - Familiarity with the cultural and contextual dynamics of Balochistan, with experience engaging government officials, community committees, women, and persons with disabilities (PWDs) from Afghan refugee and host communities. - Demonstrated experience with ethical research standards, informed consent, and safeguarding protocols for GBV and child protection components. - Strong report writing skills with the ability to produce clear, evidence-based, well-structured reports (samples from similar assignments required). - Excellent command of English; knowledge of Pashto, Brahui, or other local languages is desirable. - All enumerators and field staff must be fluent in the relevant local languages. - Strong time and resource management skills with proven ability to meet deadlines across concurrent assignments. Requirements - Conduct an independent, objective, and evidence-based endline evaluation assessing the overall performance, achievements, and impact of the project across protection, health, and education components in the three target districts. - Establish a rigorous, credible, and comprehensive baseline for the new ECHO-funded project, generating verified starting values for all key indicators and characterizing the socioeconomic, health, education, and protection status of target communities in the new project villages. Benefits - All products arising from this assessment will be owned by IRC. - Consultant will report directly to the IRC MEAL Unit and provide regular progress updates throughout both assignments. Company Description The consultant will engage key stakeholders, including targeted communities, protection committees, health, education, and social welfare authorities, as well as beneficiaries, to ensure that the findings accurately reflect the current health, education, and protection mechanisms in the targeted districts.

Role Description The Research Standards Coordinator plays a central operational role within the IRC Research Pillar, supporting the Institutional Review Board (IRB) in ensuring that all IRC-affiliated research involving human subjects meets the highest standards of ethical compliance, data protection, and regulatory accountability. The Coordinator manages the full lifecycle of IRB submissions and serves as the primary point of contact between research teams, IRB reviewers, board members, and external ethics bodies. This role also leads researcher training on SOPs, maintains research resources, organizes the Research Community of Practice, and facilitates Research Pillar-wide meetings. Major Responsibilities - IRB Administration and Coordination (approx. 40% of time) - Manage the full IRB submission lifecycle: receive and triage incoming protocols, assign sector-coded IRB numbers, conduct administrative completeness reviews, recommend review type to the IRB Chair, and serve as the ongoing point of contact between research teams and the IRB from submission through closeout. - Coordinate all review logistics: manage reviewer assignment and distribution of materials for expedited reviews; manage pre-meeting preparation for full board reviews including quorum confirmation, conflict of interest verification, agenda and materials distribution, and venue and remote call setup. - Draft all IRB decision letters and share with the IRB Chair for signature within 24 hours of the review decision; issue signed letters to research teams promptly thereafter. - Maintain complete, audit-ready records of all IRB actions and interactions and ensure all files are accurately stored in Box and the protocol tracking system in real time. - Manage ongoing regulatory compliance: maintain the IRB board roster and ethics certificate renewal schedule, manage OHRP registration and Federalwide Assurance (FWA) renewals, monitor protocol expiration dates, and prepare quarterly IRB update reports for the Institutional Official. - Research Quality and Compliance Coordination (approx. 35% of time) - Design and deliver training for researchers and research teams on IRC SOPs for Data Collection, Data Analysis, and Data Management and Storage; track training completion and report on gaps to the Director of Research and IRB as part of quarterly compliance monitoring. - Maintain and regularly update all research forms, templates, and guidance materials on RescueNet. - Support quarterly SOP compliance monitoring in coordination with the IRB Chair and Data Science Research Lead. - Operate and maintain AI-enabled tools used in IRC’s research workflows; support the IRC AI for Research initiative. - Research Team Support and Facilitation (approx. 25% of time) - Organize and oversee the IRC Research Community of Practice, including planning and facilitating regular convenings. - Organize and facilitate Research Pillar-wide meetings, including agenda preparation and logistics coordination. - Serve as a first point of contact for research teams navigating IRB and SOP requirements. - Support the IRC’s network of Data Champions by coordinating methodology clinics. Requirements - Bachelor’s degree in public health, social sciences, research administration, law, or a related field. - Master’s degree preferred. - Minimum 3 years of experience in research administration, IRB coordination, ethics compliance, or a closely related role. - Experience designing and delivering training or capacity-building programs for research staff. - Experience organizing and facilitating a community of practice, working group, or similar collaborative forum. - Experience working in or with humanitarian, international development, or NGO research environments. Skills and Competencies - Strong organizational and project management skills. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills (in English). - Proficiency with document management platforms and content management systems. - Familiarity with data protection principles and research ethics frameworks. - Collaborative working style with the ability to build relationships across teams. - Comfort working with AI-enabled tools in a professional research context. Preferred Qualifications - Demonstrated experience managing IRB or research ethics review processes. - CIP (Certified IRB Professional) certification or active progress toward certification. - Experience with Pre-Analysis Plan registration processes. - Familiarity with qualitative and mixed-methods research methodologies. - Experience working with or implementing AI-enabled tools in a research context. Working Environment - Some international travel may be required to support field-based research activities (up to 10%). 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.

Role Description The Deputy Project Director for Content and Delivery provides senior strategic leadership across the full spectrum of ECD technical, content, and digital work within the MENA ECD portfolio. The role sits at the intersection of content quality, program delivery, and digital innovation, ensuring that these areas are strategically coherent, mutually reinforcing, and aligned with the initiative’s overarching ECD goals for children and caregivers in MENA. Major Responsibilities - Strategic Leadership of Content, Delivery and Digital Work: - Provide senior strategic direction for MENA’s ECD Arabic content development, program delivery, and digital portfolio. - Set the strategic vision for how content reaches children, caregivers, and service providers. - Drive innovation in content and delivery approaches. - Ensure that content and digital strategies are informed by field realities, user insights, MEL data, and the broader ECD evidence base. - Stay abreast of global and regional developments in ECD, EdTech, and digital innovation. - Oversight of Technical Content and Program Delivery: - Provide strategic oversight of the ECD Technical Lead. - Ensure content across all delivery routes is of consistent quality. - Oversee the strategic direction of content adaptation and new content development. - Ensure alignment between IRC’s ECD content and program models and national and regional ECD standards. - Provide senior ECD technical input into partner content as relevant. - Oversight of the Digital Portfolio: - Provide strategic oversight of the Digital Portfolio Senior Manager. - Set the strategic direction for digital reach and audience engagement. - Ensure digital products are integrated into broader programming. - Hold senior accountability for the overall health, quality, and relevance of the digital portfolio. - Oversee strategic relationships with key digital technology departments and partners. - Integration and Cross-Team Coherence: - Ensure the ECD Technical Lead and Digital Portfolio Senior Manager function as one integrated team. - Work closely with the MEL Lead to ensure systematic use of data for decisions. - Collaborate with the Partnerships, Policy, Advocacy and Communications Lead. - Coordinate with country ECD teams for responsive technical and digital support. - Country Coordination and Program Support: - Serve as the senior regional point of contact for country ECD teams. - Lead regular coordination with country ECD Coordinators and Managers. - Troubleshoot programmatic and content-related issues. - Oversee the provision of technical assistance and capacity support to country teams. - Lead engagement with national and local government partners. - Identify opportunities to embed IRC’s ECD content within government systems. - Ensure learning from country-level implementation is captured and fed back. - Representation, Business Development, and Project Management: - Represent IRC’s ECD content and digital work in strategic fora and partner meetings. - Contribute to proposal development, budget design, and donor reporting. - Maintain strategic oversight of relevant workplans, budgets, and deliverables. - Assist in identifying new funding opportunities relevant to ECD. Qualifications - A minimum of 10 years of experience in ECD, education, or a related field. - Demonstrated experience in a senior leadership role overseeing multiple functions or teams. - Deep knowledge of the ECD field, including current research and evidence-based program models. - Strong familiarity with digital technology in an ECD or education context. - Experience in program design and technical quality assurance for large-scale programs. - Proven ability to integrate and align cross-functional teams around a common strategic vision. - Experience in proposal development, donor reporting, and representation at senior levels. - Strong knowledge of the MENA regional context; experience in Syria, Jordan, Lebanon, or Palestine preferred. - Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills. - Fluency in written and oral Arabic and English. Requirements - Standard office work environment. - Travel approximately 15% of the time, including to country program offices across the MENA region. - Position based in the IRC Regional Office in Amman, Jordan. 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.