Program Development & Awards Advisor
Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a prominent humanitarian organization founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein. The IRC operates in over 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities, focusing on restoring health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and empowerment for individuals affected by conflict and disaster. With a mission to help those whose lives have been disrupted by crises, the IRC employs a workforce dedicated to delivering impactful solutions and advocating for the most vulnerable populations. The organization emphasizes bold leadership, innovation, and accountability in its operations, aiming to create a positive change in the lives of millions worldwide.
Job Overview:
The IRC is looking for two Program Development & Awards Advisors (PDAAs) to join their Regional Program and Award Support (RPAS) team. These positions are crucial for overseeing a diverse portfolio of awards across humanitarian, recovery, and development sectors, particularly in the West and Central Africa Region (WACAR). The PDAAs will work closely with country programs, HQ departments, and donor contacts to ensure high-quality guidance and support throughout the award lifecycle. They will be responsible for managing donor compliance, award management, and producing high-quality donor deliverables. The role also involves advising on IRC’s partnership system, managing donor relationships, and supporting country programs in securing funding for their initiatives. Successful candidates will have a strong track record in contributing to new funding opportunities and a deep understanding of donor regulations, making them key players in the IRC's mission to provide effective humanitarian assistance.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The PDAAs will manage a portfolio of awards for the WACAR region, providing timely support on narrative reporting and post-award deliverables. They will guide country offices on amendments, modifications, and submissions while collaborating with technical and financial staff. Responsibilities include managing donor relationships, ensuring compliance with donor guidelines, and monitoring award spending. The PDAAs will also provide technical advice on compliance issues, participate in recruitment and onboarding of new staff, and contribute to the development of training materials. They will help drive business development by supporting proposal development, donor engagement, and ensuring compliance with solicitation documents. The role requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and collaboration with various teams within the IRC.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a degree in a relevant field such as International Relations, Development Studies, or Public Policy, or have equivalent experience. Fluency in both English and French is mandatory, along with a good understanding of humanitarian aid and development programming. Strong financial management skills, organizational abilities, and excellent interpersonal communication skills are essential. The ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and a flexible attitude towards work are also required. International work experience in the Global South is considered a plus, as well as proficiency in IT skills including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a degree in a relevant field such as International Relations, Refugee or Migration Studies, Development Studies, or Public Policy. Equivalent experience in related areas may also be considered acceptable. Candidates should demonstrate a strong understanding of the complexities involved in humanitarian aid and development programming, which is critical for the role.
Experience:
Candidates should have substantial experience working with institutional donors and a strong understanding of compliance requirements from various donors such as the UN, World Bank, and European governments. Experience in writing, reviewing, and editing narrative and financial reports is essential, along with a proven track record in securing new funding opportunities in the humanitarian and international development sectors. Familiarity with the proposal processes of key government donors is also important, as is the ability to work effectively with local partner organizations.
Languages:
Fluency in English and French is mandatory for this position. Proficiency in additional languages may be considered an asset, particularly languages relevant to the regions in which the IRC operates.
Additional Notes:
The positions are based in Germany, specifically in Berlin, and are open to candidates in the West and Central Africa Region (WACAR) or other IRC locations in GMT and EAT time zones. The roles do not have line management responsibilities but require collaboration with various teams within the IRC. Compensation for the position is competitive, with a salary range of GBP 52,210 - GBP 58,000, depending on factors such as labor market conditions, job type, and individual candidate experience. The IRC is committed to maintaining a safe and supportive work environment, adhering to professional standards and core values.
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a prominent humanitarian organization founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein. The IRC operates in over 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities, focusing on restoring health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and empowerment for individuals affected by conflict and disaster. With a mission to help those whose lives have been disrupted by crises, the IRC employs a workforce dedicated to delivering impactful solutions and advocating for the most vulnerable populations. The organization emphasizes bold leadership, innovation, and accountability in its operations, aiming to create a positive change in the lives of millions worldwide.
Job Overview:
The IRC is looking for two Program Development & Awards Advisors (PDAAs) to join their Regional Program and Award Support (RPAS) team. These positions are crucial for overseeing a diverse portfolio of awards across humanitarian, recovery, and development sectors, particularly in the West and Central Africa Region (WACAR). The PDAAs will work closely with country programs, HQ departments, and donor contacts to ensure high-quality guidance and support throughout the award lifecycle. They will be responsible for managing donor compliance, award management, and producing high-quality donor deliverables. The role also involves advising on IRC’s partnership system, managing donor relationships, and supporting country programs in securing funding for their initiatives. Successful candidates will have a strong track record in contributing to new funding opportunities and a deep understanding of donor regulations, making them key players in the IRC's mission to provide effective humanitarian assistance.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The PDAAs will manage a portfolio of awards for the WACAR region, providing timely support on narrative reporting and post-award deliverables. They will guide country offices on amendments, modifications, and submissions while collaborating with technical and financial staff. Responsibilities include managing donor relationships, ensuring compliance with donor guidelines, and monitoring award spending. The PDAAs will also provide technical advice on compliance issues, participate in recruitment and onboarding of new staff, and contribute to the development of training materials. They will help drive business development by supporting proposal development, donor engagement, and ensuring compliance with solicitation documents. The role requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and collaboration with various teams within the IRC.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a degree in a relevant field such as International Relations, Development Studies, or Public Policy, or have equivalent experience. Fluency in both English and French is mandatory, along with a good understanding of humanitarian aid and development programming. Strong financial management skills, organizational abilities, and excellent interpersonal communication skills are essential. The ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and a flexible attitude towards work are also required. International work experience in the Global South is considered a plus, as well as proficiency in IT skills including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a degree in a relevant field such as International Relations, Refugee or Migration Studies, Development Studies, or Public Policy. Equivalent experience in related areas may also be considered acceptable. Candidates should demonstrate a strong understanding of the complexities involved in humanitarian aid and development programming, which is critical for the role.
Experience:
Candidates should have substantial experience working with institutional donors and a strong understanding of compliance requirements from various donors such as the UN, World Bank, and European governments. Experience in writing, reviewing, and editing narrative and financial reports is essential, along with a proven track record in securing new funding opportunities in the humanitarian and international development sectors. Familiarity with the proposal processes of key government donors is also important, as is the ability to work effectively with local partner organizations.
Languages:
Fluency in English and French is mandatory for this position. Proficiency in additional languages may be considered an asset, particularly languages relevant to the regions in which the IRC operates.
Additional Notes:
The positions are based in Germany, specifically in Berlin, and are open to candidates in the West and Central Africa Region (WACAR) or other IRC locations in GMT and EAT time zones. The roles do not have line management responsibilities but require collaboration with various teams within the IRC. Compensation for the position is competitive, with a salary range of GBP 52,210 - GBP 58,000, depending on factors such as labor market conditions, job type, and individual candidate experience. The IRC is committed to maintaining a safe and supportive work environment, adhering to professional standards and core values.
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