Program Lead, Ebola Response
Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a prominent international humanitarian non-governmental organization (INGO) founded in 1933 at the behest 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 to individuals affected by conflict and disaster. With a mission to provide life-saving assistance and support recovery in the world's most challenging humanitarian crises, the IRC employs a workforce dedicated to delivering impactful solutions that restore dignity and hope to millions. The organization emphasizes innovation, agility, and strong partnerships to ensure effective humanitarian action, and is committed to increasing funding directed to local actors in emergencies.
Job Overview:
The Program Lead for the Ebola Response is a critical member of the Ebola Response Senior Management Team, responsible for the overall leadership and management of IRC's programs in the affected provinces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Reporting to the Ebola Response Director, the Program Lead will oversee the design, implementation, and management of programs aimed at addressing the needs and priorities of clients affected by the Ebola outbreak. This role requires strategic direction in program development, fostering innovations, and enhancing the impact of IRC's initiatives on the ground. The Program Lead will coordinate with various stakeholders, including donors, government and non-government partners, and IRC's technical and regional support teams, ensuring that multi-sector projects are designed and implemented effectively. The position also involves tracking strategic funding opportunities and making informed decisions regarding partnerships and program positioning.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Program Lead will be responsible for leading the operationalization of IRC's Ebola Response strategy, engaging in strategic planning processes, and ensuring that the response is adaptable to the evolving needs of the outbreak. Key responsibilities include conducting regular analyses of the outbreak, ensuring compliance with IRC's program quality standards, and identifying opportunities for sustainable program growth. The Program Lead will provide leadership and strategic support to program and grants teams in developing competitive funding applications, ensuring that program choices are based on thorough needs assessments and community input. Additionally, the Program Lead will oversee the implementation of the Ebola Response program portfolio, ensuring compliance with IRC and donor regulations, and building the capacity of program team members. The role also involves managing grants, ensuring high-quality reporting, and maintaining effective budget management. The Program Lead will represent IRC in coordination forums and advocate for the organization's programs and partnerships.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a minimum of eight years of leadership experience in emergency, conflict, and epidemic outbreak settings, with at least five years managing NGO programs. Experience in an Ebola outbreak is advantageous. Applicants should demonstrate strategic thinking and prioritization skills under pressure, with a proven ability to analyze complex issues and translate strategic priorities into actionable plans. Experience managing protection, WASH, cash, and primary health programs is required, along with a track record of successful program delivery in challenging security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security environments. Candidates should have experience with mobile program models and remote management, as well as a history of developing successful proposals for public and private-sector donors. Strong leadership skills, commitment to inclusion, and the ability to address barriers to inclusion for marginalized groups are essential.
Educational Background:
A relevant educational background is required, typically including a degree in public health, international development, or a related field. Advanced degrees may be preferred, particularly for leadership roles in complex humanitarian settings.
Experience:
The position requires extensive experience in emergency response, particularly in managing programs during epidemics and conflicts. Candidates should have a demonstrated ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and manage complex projects effectively, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budgetary constraints.
Languages:
Fluency in English and French is mandatory for this position, as effective communication with diverse stakeholders is crucial. Additional language skills may be beneficial but are not required.
Additional Notes:
This position is based in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and may involve travel to various program sites. The role is full-time and may require working in challenging and rapidly changing environments. The IRC offers competitive compensation and benefits, including opportunities for professional development and training.
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a prominent international humanitarian non-governmental organization (INGO) founded in 1933 at the behest 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 to individuals affected by conflict and disaster. With a mission to provide life-saving assistance and support recovery in the world's most challenging humanitarian crises, the IRC employs a workforce dedicated to delivering impactful solutions that restore dignity and hope to millions. The organization emphasizes innovation, agility, and strong partnerships to ensure effective humanitarian action, and is committed to increasing funding directed to local actors in emergencies.
Job Overview:
The Program Lead for the Ebola Response is a critical member of the Ebola Response Senior Management Team, responsible for the overall leadership and management of IRC's programs in the affected provinces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Reporting to the Ebola Response Director, the Program Lead will oversee the design, implementation, and management of programs aimed at addressing the needs and priorities of clients affected by the Ebola outbreak. This role requires strategic direction in program development, fostering innovations, and enhancing the impact of IRC's initiatives on the ground. The Program Lead will coordinate with various stakeholders, including donors, government and non-government partners, and IRC's technical and regional support teams, ensuring that multi-sector projects are designed and implemented effectively. The position also involves tracking strategic funding opportunities and making informed decisions regarding partnerships and program positioning.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Program Lead will be responsible for leading the operationalization of IRC's Ebola Response strategy, engaging in strategic planning processes, and ensuring that the response is adaptable to the evolving needs of the outbreak. Key responsibilities include conducting regular analyses of the outbreak, ensuring compliance with IRC's program quality standards, and identifying opportunities for sustainable program growth. The Program Lead will provide leadership and strategic support to program and grants teams in developing competitive funding applications, ensuring that program choices are based on thorough needs assessments and community input. Additionally, the Program Lead will oversee the implementation of the Ebola Response program portfolio, ensuring compliance with IRC and donor regulations, and building the capacity of program team members. The role also involves managing grants, ensuring high-quality reporting, and maintaining effective budget management. The Program Lead will represent IRC in coordination forums and advocate for the organization's programs and partnerships.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a minimum of eight years of leadership experience in emergency, conflict, and epidemic outbreak settings, with at least five years managing NGO programs. Experience in an Ebola outbreak is advantageous. Applicants should demonstrate strategic thinking and prioritization skills under pressure, with a proven ability to analyze complex issues and translate strategic priorities into actionable plans. Experience managing protection, WASH, cash, and primary health programs is required, along with a track record of successful program delivery in challenging security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security environments. Candidates should have experience with mobile program models and remote management, as well as a history of developing successful proposals for public and private-sector donors. Strong leadership skills, commitment to inclusion, and the ability to address barriers to inclusion for marginalized groups are essential.
Educational Background:
A relevant educational background is required, typically including a degree in public health, international development, or a related field. Advanced degrees may be preferred, particularly for leadership roles in complex humanitarian settings.
Experience:
The position requires extensive experience in emergency response, particularly in managing programs during epidemics and conflicts. Candidates should have a demonstrated ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and manage complex projects effectively, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budgetary constraints.
Languages:
Fluency in English and French is mandatory for this position, as effective communication with diverse stakeholders is crucial. Additional language skills may be beneficial but are not required.
Additional Notes:
This position is based in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and may involve travel to various program sites. The role is full-time and may require working in challenging and rapidly changing environments. The IRC offers competitive compensation and benefits, including opportunities for professional development and training.
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