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Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR) Manager

LocationNigeria (Abuja with 50-70% travel to field offices)
SetupOn-site
LevelMid
Posted1d ago
Programs & Operations

Quick answer

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is hiring an in-office Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR) Manager in Nigeria to lead humanitarian interventions and strategic emergency readiness efforts.

Role
Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR) Manager
Organization
International Rescue Committee (IRC)
Location
Nigeria (Abuja with 50-70% travel to field offices)
Work setup
On-site
Level
Mid
Category
Programs & Operations

The role

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking an Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR) Manager to lead and coordinate humanitarian interventions in Nigeria. This role involves planning emergency response strategies, managing rapid needs assessments, and overseeing program implementation across various humanitarian sectors. The Manager will provide strategic leadership during emergencies, ensuring compliance with donor requirements and international humanitarian standards. Additionally, the role includes building staff capacity, managing budgets, and fostering coordination with government and NGO partners.

What you'll do

  • Develop and implement country-level emergency preparedness and contingency plans.
  • Lead rapid needs assessments and define response strategies during emergencies.
  • Supervise and mentor emergency response staff to ensure effective program delivery.
  • Represent the IRC in national and sub-national emergency coordination forums.
  • Manage program budgets, grant reporting, and proposal development for emergency funding.

What it takes

  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
  • At least 2 years of work experience in international humanitarian or emergency contexts.
  • Demonstrated experience in emergency response, situational analysis, and project implementation.
  • Strong proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.

What you'll bring

Emergency preparedness and responseNeeds assessment and risk analysisProgram managementBudget managementTeam leadership and staff supervisionProposal and concept note development

Frequently asked questions

Is this position remote or in-office?

This is an in-office position based in Nigeria, and candidates must be prepared for 50-70% travel to field locations with potential for prolonged stays.

What is the compensation for this role?

The compensation for this position is not specified in the job posting.

What are the primary qualifications required?

Candidates must have a bachelor's degree and at least two years of experience in humanitarian or emergency response, along with strong leadership and coordination skills.

How do I apply for this job?

The job posting does not provide a specific deadline or external application link beyond the standard IRC careers 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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