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Call for International Development and Humanitarian Experts (FCDO)– Various locations, Global
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Deadline: May 24, 2025 Deadline for applications has passed
Location: Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Cote d'Ivoire, Dem. Rep. Congo, Ethiopia, Kenya, Libya, Mali, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda
Organization:IRC - International Rescue Committee
Job type:Contract, 12 months +
Languages:
English
Work experience:Min 7 years
Date posted: Apr 24, 2025
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.
National/ International candidates for Team Leader(s)/Deputy Team Leader(s)/Technical Expert(s)
• Short and long-term consulting
• Clients include the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO)
• Various locations, global
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) are continuously in search of exceptional leaders to spearhead our FCDO-funded projects in the Crisis, Response, Recovery and Development (CRRD) unit focused on Education, Health, Safety 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)
• Deputy Team Leader(s)
• Technical Expert(s)
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 on a call-down basis. These are senior positions which require outstanding leadership, 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 and conflict-affected states (FCAS)
• Prior experience as a Team Leader, Deputy Team Leader, Technical Director or similar role for FCDO 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 FCDO operational footprint in developing countries and/or fragile and conflict-affected countries
• Strong skills in building and maintaining relationships with government officials
• Fluency in English required
• For Technical expert roles, extensive technical experience working in initiatives related to Education, Health, Safety and Economic Wellbeing in development and/or humanitarian settings, will be crucial
Application requirements
To apply please submit your CV 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.
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.
