The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking a Program Officer to join its Resettlement, Asylum, and Integration (RAI) department, specifically supporting the Catalyst initiative. This role is crucial for implementing and coordinating projects focused on strengthening systems that serve newcomers in the U.S. and Europe.
The Program Officer will be responsible for project management, cross-team coordination, and ensuring the timely and high-quality completion of various initiatives under Catalyst. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to humanitarian efforts by enhancing service delivery for people affected by conflict and disaster.
Quick Facts
| Opportunity | Job |
|---|---|
| Institution | International Rescue Committee |
| Department | Resettlement, Asylum, and Integration (RAI) |
| Location | United States of America |
| Region | North America |
| Open to | Not specified |
| Funding | Not specified |
| Stipend / Salary | USD 65,000 – 85,000/annually |
| Application deadline | 05 December 2026 |
About the Position
The Program Officer will primarily manage and coordinate state-specific training and capacity-building initiatives. Key responsibilities include establishing clear project processes, tracking progress, and ensuring deliverables meet internal standards and funder expectations. The role also involves contributing technical expertise through developing and delivering trainings, providing consultations, and creating written materials. Furthermore, the officer will cultivate relationships with internal and external partners, support outreach for new opportunities, and collaborate with the Monitoring & Evaluation team for data collection and reporting.
Eligibility
- Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in Nonprofit Management, Public Administration, Social Work, International Affairs, or a related field preferred.
- 3+ years of experience in program or project management.
- Demonstrated experience in assessing and building organizational capacity, monitoring and evaluation, and managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects.
- Proven ability to liaise effectively with multiple stakeholders, including government agencies, nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, the business sector, and community groups.
- Strong familiarity with relevant Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR)-funded programs and services, with an emphasis on state-administered programming.
- Familiarity with grant-funded programming and federal funding requirements.
Benefits
- 10 paid sick leave days
- 10 U.S. holidays
- 20-25 generous paid time off days based on role and tenure
- Medical insurance starting at $163/month
- Dental insurance starting at $6.50/month
- Vision insurance starting at $5/month
- Flexible spending accounts (healthcare, dependent care, and commuter)
- 403(b) retirement savings plan with employer match (immediate vesting)
- Non-elective employer contribution to retirement savings based on age and years of service (3-year vesting)
- Disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential counseling and support services
Documents Required
Not specified in the official listing – check the source page.
How to Apply
- Visit the International Rescue Committee's external careers portal via the provided apply URL.
- Submit your application through the online system.
Source: ReliefWeb Jobs.
Details can change – always confirm eligibility and deadline on the official listing before applying.
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