International Rescue Committee Career Opportunities in Uganda

International Rescue Committee Senior Emergency Response Coordinator Careers in Uganda

Background

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives.
Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. At work today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, we restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure.
The IRC leads the way from harm to home.

Key Responsibilities:

Program Implementation

In conjunction with the Deputy Director of Programs, oversee programming in West Nile, provide guidance and support to program coordinators and managers, supporting capacity development of a new and growing team.

Oversee spending and program progress against agreed targets and spending plans.

Organize grant review meetings at field sites, sharing support needs with the operations and program teams in Kampala.

Support the development and implementation of a comprehensive monitoring and evaluation system providing insights into delivery of outputs and results at regular intervals.

Support integration across programs, holding regular coordination meetings and promoting active collaboration across sectors.

Actively review and participate in program development and program and support input from the field site.

Ensure key support needs for the field site are budgeted in new proposals.

Requirements:

University degree level education, or equivalent practical

experience.

At least five years working within a humanitarian agency in a leadership position
Five years experience managing, supervising and developing operational and program staff

Experience in managing programs in emergency and insecure areas.

Program / office start up experience an asset.
Good understanding of operations (logistics, administration, human resources, IT)
Strong organizational skills, ability to coordinate and manage a diverse array of responsibilities: programs, logistics, security, finance and operations.

Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive situations diplomatically and possesses strong communication skills.

Ability to work well with people of varying backgrounds, cultures, education levels
Familiarity with the IRC and donors (US, European, UN) policies and regulations

Excellent computer skills: MS Word, Excel, Power point, Outlook.
Fluency in spoken and written English

Additional qualities: ability to multitask, ability to handle pressure well, ability to improvise, flexibility.

How to Apply:

For more information and job application details, see; International Rescue Committee Senior Emergency Response Coordinator Careers in Uganda

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