Manager, Governance, Resilience, and Catastrophe Risk Reduction
Quick answer
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is hiring a senior Manager for Governance, Resilience, and Catastrophe Risk Reduction based in Niamey, Niger, to lead technical efforts in governance, disaster preparedness, and resilience.
- Role
- Manager, Governance, Resilience, and Catastrophe Risk Reduction
- Organization
- International Rescue Committee (IRC)
- Location
- Niamey, Niger
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking a Manager for Governance, Resilience, and Catastrophe Risk Reduction (RRC) to lead technical efforts in governance, disaster preparedness, resilience, and local system strengthening in Niger. The role involves strategic planning, coordination, and capacity building.
What you'll do
- Develop and update the governance, resilience, and RRC strategy
- Conduct and update context, power, gender, conflict, and stakeholder analyses
- Promote early warning and early action based on risk analysis
- Represent IRC in coordination platforms and with stakeholders
- Support the Lead Consortium/Manager in technical coordination
What it takes
- Master's degree in social sciences, international development, governance, risk management, or related field
- 5-7 years of professional experience in governance, resilience, or disaster risk reduction projects
- Experience in system analysis, stakeholder engagement, and local governance strengthening
- Experience working with institutional actors, coordination platforms, and community structures
- Experience managing multi-sectoral governance projects and rapid response mechanisms
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the position based?
The position is based in Niamey, Niger, with frequent missions and extended stays on the ground in IRC Niger's intervention areas.
What is the compensation package?
Compensation is not specified in the job posting.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a Master's degree, 5-7 years of experience in governance, resilience, or disaster risk reduction, and experience in system analysis and stakeholder engagement.
How do I apply?
Applications should be submitted through the IRC's online application portal.
Is the position remote?
The position is based in Niamey, Niger, with frequent missions on the ground.
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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