Country Director, Global Surge
Quick answer
The International Rescue Committee is hiring a senior-level, deployable Country Director for their Global Surge Team to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for humanitarian programs in complex environments.
- Role
- Country Director, Global Surge
- Organization
- International Rescue Committee
- Location
- Global (Deployable)
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Leadership & Executive
The role
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking a Country Director for their Global Surge Team to provide high-level leadership and strategic management for humanitarian programs in complex operating environments. The role involves overseeing country-level operations, program quality, fiscal stewardship, and staff security during short-term deployments of up to three months. This position requires an experienced professional capable of managing multi-sectoral operations and representing the organization to major international donors and stakeholders. The successful candidate will drive operational excellence and mentor local and international teams to ensure effective delivery of humanitarian aid.
What you'll do
- Provide overall strategic direction and leadership for country program operations.
- Manage and oversee financial systems, grant compliance, and budget monitoring.
- Lead safety and security management protocols in high-risk, volatile contexts.
- Represent the organization to government ministries, UN agencies, and major international donors.
- Mentor and coach senior management teams to drive staff development and program quality.
What it takes
- At least 12 years of experience in international humanitarian work at the Country Director level.
- Proven success in managing multi-site, multi-sectoral operations in conflict or disaster zones.
- Expertise in fundraising and securing grants from major international donors (US, UK, ECHO, etc.).
- Professional fluency in English; working knowledge of Arabic, Spanish, or French strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex security contexts and lead multi-disciplinary teams.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Is this a permanent position?
No, this is a flexible, occasional employment opportunity with the Global Surge Team involving short-term deployments of up to three months.
What kind of experience is required for this role?
Candidates must have at least 12 years of international experience, specifically at the Country Director level, managing complex, multi-sectoral humanitarian operations.
Where is this job located?
This is a global role where the professional deploys to various IRC country programs as needed for humanitarian support.
What is the compensation for this role?
Compensation is not explicitly specified in the job posting as it is calibrated based on the labor market, work location, and individual candidate experience.
How to apply
Apply directly on International Rescue Committee's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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