Operations Manager, MEAL & Technology at IRC, 2026

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking an Operations Manager for its Monitoring, Evaluation, Technology, Accountability, and Learning (METAL) Unit. This role provides essential administrative, knowledge management, and coordination support to the unit's leadership and broader team, ensuring the smooth operation and uptake of key initiatives within the Crisis Response, Recovery and Development (CRRD) Department.

The successful candidate will be instrumental in maintaining shared knowledge resources, coordinating meetings and events, and supporting internal communications across the METAL Unit's four pillars. This position is ideal for a highly organized and detail-oriented individual passionate about driving organizational change through effective team operations and strong communication.

Quick Facts

About the Position

The Operations Manager will provide day-to-day administrative support, including invoice management, and will be responsible for planning and organizing the Unit's team retreat, coordinating unit-wide meetings, and supporting logistical planning for METAL-related events and trainings. Key responsibilities also include collecting, organizing, and maintaining knowledge products across the four METAL pillars, managing the Unit's Box folder structure, and updating RescueNet pages. The role involves supporting internal and department-wide communications for the Unit and providing additional administrative and coordination support as needed.

Eligibility

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g., in library science, information/knowledge management, or business administration)
• Minimum 2–4 years of experience in an administrative, knowledge management, or team coordination role; experience in a nonprofit or international development context is a plus
• Experience planning and coordinating meetings, workshops, or team events, including logistics, scheduling, and materials preparation
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 tools (SharePoint, Teams, Outlook, Excel) and file management/storage platforms (e.g., Box)
• Exceptionally well-organized, with strong attention to detail and a proven track record of managing multiple priorities and deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to produce clear, user-friendly documentation and reference materials
• Strong interpersonal skills, with a collegial, service-oriented approach to supporting colleagues and leadership across a distributed team
• Excellent spoken and written English
• Open to national candidates or candidates with residency in the U.S. or UK. Internal staff from any country with an IRC Office are welcome to apply and will be hosted as national staff if selected.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and highly competitive benefits package (for US-based staff, includes: 10 sick days, 10 US holidays, 20-25 paid time off days, medical insurance, dental, vision, FSA for healthcare and commuter costs, 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching, disability & life insurance, Employee Assistance Program)
• Opportunity to work in a remote position
• Local employment contract and local salary scale for successful candidates hired in countries where IRC operates

Documents Required

Not specified in the official listing – check the source page.

How to Apply

1. Visit the IRC Careers website
2. Navigate to the job posting for 'Operations Manager, MEAL & Technology' (JR00005651)
3. Submit your application through the online portal

Apply on the official page →

Source: ReliefWeb Jobs.
Details can change – always confirm eligibility and deadline on the official listing before applying.

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