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Emergency Country Director, Global Surge

LocationGlobal (with potential for in-country deployment)

SetupRemote

LevelSenior

Posted2w ago

Communications & Marketing

Quick answer

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is hiring a Senior Emergency Country Director, Global Surge to lead programs in emergency contexts, with a focus on leadership, strategic direction, and operational management. The role is based globally with potential for in-country deployment, and the compensation is not specified. Apply by 02/28/2024.

Role: Emergency Country Director, Global Surge
Organization: International Rescue Committee (IRC)
Location: Global (with potential for in-country deployment)
Work setup: Remote
Level: Senior
Category: Communications & Marketing

The role

The Emergency Country Director, Global Surge (ECD) leads all programs implemented in the assigned Country Program during an emergency, providing overall leadership and supervisory management of IRC staff, programming, and operations in an emergency context.

What you'll do

Lead the country program by maintaining open and professional relations with colleagues and promoting a strong team spirit.
Ensure the strategic vision and direction of the country program is aligned with IRC2020.
Ensure the safety and security management of the country program.
Oversee the management, coaching, and development of national and international staff.
Proactively identify and monitor the most significant strategic, programmatic, operational, financial, safety, and compliance risks.

What it takes

At least 12 years of dynamically responsible international work experience, including leadership at the Country Director level.
Experience working within organizational structures in transition.
Experience working in conflict/post-conflict or disaster response situations.
Professional fluency in written and spoken English. Working knowledge of French, Arabic, and/or Spanish is preferred.
Demonstrated technical skills in managing security, negotiating, and working with partner organizations.
Strong budget and fiscal oversight capacities.

What you'll bring

Strong leadership abilitiesInterpersonal skillsEffective communicationNetwork development and partnership buildingBudget and fiscal oversightExperience managing security in complex and rapidly changing contexts

Frequently asked questions

Where is the job located?

The job is based globally with potential for in-country deployment.

What is the compensation?

Compensation is not specified.

What are the key qualifications required?

Key qualifications include at least 12 years of international work experience, leadership at the Country Director level, and experience in conflict/post-conflict or disaster response situations.

How do I apply?

Applications should be submitted by 02/28/2024 through the IRC's career portal.

How to apply

Apply directly on International Rescue Committee (IRC)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.

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