The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking a Program Assistant for its National Virtual Program for Professional Advancement (NVPPA). This fully virtual role provides essential administrative support for the program's direct financial assistance, ensuring efficient processing and adherence to financial controls.
The NVPPA is a nationwide initiative serving newly arrived refugees, offering career navigation, training, job placement, and financial aid to help participants achieve their professional goals. The Program Assistant will play a crucial role in verifying documentation, aligning fund usage with approved plans, and managing vendor relationships.
Quick Facts
| Opportunity | Job |
|---|---|
| Institution | International Rescue Committee |
| Location | United States of America |
| Region | North America |
| Open to | Candidates with existing work authorization in the US |
| Funding | Not specified |
| Stipend / Salary | $19-$28/hr |
| Application deadline | 31 December 2026 |
About the Position
The Program Assistant's primary responsibility is to manage the administrative aspects of direct financial assistance. This involves receiving requests from Career Navigators, preparing them for disbursement by confirming documentation, verifying alignment with Professional Advancement Plans and ORR's eligible use categories, and ensuring vendors are active and properly accredited. The role also includes initiating purchase requests, liaising with finance and master data management teams, maintaining audit-ready financial records, and providing coordination and administrative support to ensure timely processing and resolution of inquiries.
Eligibility
- 1-2 years of demonstrated experience in a human services field, preferably in a nonprofit or social services setting.
- Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to deliver services remotely across states and time zones, protecting client confidentiality.
- Experience managing a high volume of requests with strong organization, prioritization, time management, and follow-through.
- Ability to build and maintain productive internal and external relationships.
- Ability to research and navigate workforce, education, and social service systems in unfamiliar local markets.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, video conferencing, remote collaboration tools, and database tracking/reporting.
- Commitment to anti-racism, ongoing learning, and equitable service.
- Fluency in spoken and written English.
- Undergraduate degree in a related field (preferred).
- Experience in workforce development, career coaching, or case management (preferred).
- Lived experience as a refugee or immigrant (preferred).
- Experience with Efforts to Outcomes (ETO) (preferred).
- Familiarity with credential evaluation, professional licensing, or recertification pathways (preferred).
Benefits
- 10 sick days
- 10 US holidays
- 20-25 paid time off days (depending on role and tenure)
- Medical insurance (starting at $163 per month)
- Dental insurance (starting at $6.50 per month)
- Vision insurance (starting at $5 per month)
- FSA for healthcare and commuter costs
- 403b retirement savings plan with immediately vested matching
- Disability & life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program for staff and families
Documents Required
- Not specified, but likely a resume/CV and cover letter via the application portal.
How to Apply
- Visit the IRC Careers website.
- Locate the job posting for 'Program Assistant, NVPPA' (Job ID: JR00005750).
- Complete the online application process.
Source: ReliefWeb Jobs.
Details can change – always confirm eligibility and deadline on the official listing before applying.
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