International Rescue Committee Senior Program Officer Jobs in Kenya
Responsibilities:
Arrange and conduct regular meetings with the HS/PRS leadership to update on progress related to projects.
Coordinating among different IRC teams including but not limited to Global Supply Chain, Finance, Operations, HR, and Resource, Acquisition and Learning
Provide leadership and overall management of all aspects of HS/PRS surge staffing, including:
Conducting a full review of operational needs for staffing surge support and making recommendations to HS/PRS leadership based on analysis
Liaising with and coordinating among multiple departments within IRC to ensure timely execution of surge support
Arranging procurement and timely distribution of equipment related to surge staffing
Coordinating travel logistics and resolving issues as needed
Coordinating invoicing and reimbursement related to surge support
Coordinating software licensing and set-up related to surge support
Coordination and technical support to the HS/PRS team on issues related to data visualization, including:
Conducting a needs assessment among HS/PRS staff
Articulating needs in a clear and concise way to Power Bi contractor
Ensuring delivery of needed data dashboards
Creating a sustainability plan for Power Bi dashboards
Job Requirements:
Education:
Bachelor’s degree required.
Work Experience:
Relevant professional experience in human services and quality assurance experience with a minimum of 5 years’ experience is required.
Experience working with unaccompanied children, refugee and/or immigrant populations strongly preferred.
Experience with IRC systems such as Integra, PEERS, and ETO preferred.
Demonstrated Skills & Competencies:
Project management with multiple stakeholders.
Emergency response and tight timeline projects
Developing and adhering to workplans
Ability to interact with finance software and systems
Experience in working with supply chain and multiple vendors to manage procurement.
Experience in engaging and managing consultants.
Ability to ensure project management is compliant with an organization’s policies and procedures.
Ability to coordinate and communicate among diverse and diffuse stakeholders to ensure effective and efficient delivery of project goals.
Strong relationship building, diplomacy, and networking skills; ability to effectively build internal and external relationships.
Demonstrated success working and communicating effectively in a multi-cultural environment.
Self-starter with excellent problem-solving skills combined with the proven ability to multi-task, prioritize duties, and manage time effectively.
Attention to detail and accuracy in work product.
Fluent in English, both spoken and written.
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook); ability to use the internet and other digital tools for data entry, research, and problem-solving purposes.
Must be cleared and approved by Office of Refugee Resettlement and background check including FBI fingerprints and Child Abuse and Neglect checks required upon hire (initiated by IRC after acceptance of the position).
Working Environment:
Remote work
May require occasional weekend and/or evening work.
Compensation:
Posted pay ranges apply to US-based candidates. Ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, internal equity, and budget. Exact offers are calibrated by work location, individual candidate experience and skills relative to the defined job requirements.
Gender Equality:
IRC is committed to narrowing the gender gap in leadership positions. We offer benefits that provide an enabling environment for women to participate in our workforce including parental leave, gender-sensitive security protocols and other supportive benefits and allowances.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
US Benefits:
The IRC offers a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits. All US employees are eligible for sick time, a 403b retirement savings plans: up to 4.5% immediately vested matching contribution, plus an 3-7% additional IRC contribution, and an Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support in times of crisis and mental health struggles.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; International Rescue Committee Senior Program Officer Jobs in Kenya
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