The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world’s worst humanitarian crises and helps people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover, and gain control of their lives. IRC works with people forced to flee from war, conflict, and disaster and the host communities which support them, as well as those who remain within their homes and communities. IRC began work in Ethiopia in 2000 and currently implements emergency and development programs in health, water and sanitation, economic recovery and development (ERD), women’s protection and empowerment, education, child protection, and multi-sectoral emergency response. The IRC is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive culture and protecting its clients and staff from safeguarding violations.
1. ERD Project Manager
Location: Hargelle, Somali
Job Overview:
IRC is planning to undertake integrated and comprehensive lifesaving Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH), Health, Nutrition, cash assistance, livelihoods support, Protection, and Agriculture response interventions for flood and drought-affected IDPs and host communities in the Afder Zones of the Somali region, Ethiopia. This role will support IRC’s mission to save lives, alleviate human suffering, and reduce the impact of disasters by helping people in need become more self-reliant.
Skill and Educational Background:
- Degree: BA/BSc or MA/MSc in Social Science fields, International Development, Agriculture, Economics, Disaster Risk Management, or related relevant field.
- Experience: 4 years of proven experience with a first degree and 3 years of experience for postgraduates. At least 1 year of managerial experience. NGO experience is a plus.
- Skills:
- Proven leadership skills.
- Project management experience.
- Proposal and report writing skills.
- Effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
- Leadership capacity in management of field teams.
- Knowledge and experience in sustainable livelihoods and resilience programs.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Strong analytical problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
- Ability to manage and work through change proactively.
- Language Skills: Proficient spoken and written English is mandatory; Somali language is advantageous.
Application Way:
Candidates meeting the qualifications are encouraged to apply through the IRC Career Site:
ERD Project Manager Application
Please include 3 references from current and former employers. Applications will not be returned. IRC discourages phone calls or personal visits. Only applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be shortlisted and contacted. Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
Deadline: August 6, 2024
2. Clinical Nurse Officer
Location: Gota-Biki, Afar
Job Overview:
The Clinical Nurse Officer, under the direct supervision of the Health and Nutrition Team Leader, is responsible for overseeing the project at Charati Woreda of Afder zone and Gota Biki and Erer Woredas of Siti zone. They will support the HCs and Hospitals with Clinical Nurse activities and other project-related tasks.
Skill and Educational Background:
- Degree: BSc/Diploma in Nursing or Public Health (Senior Clinical/Public Nurse or above).
- Experience: Minimum one year for postgraduates, two years for degree holders, and five years for diploma holders, with at least two years directly related to emergency health and nutrition.
- Skills:
- Knowledge, training, and experience in clinical case management at HCs and Hospitals.
- IYCF and community mobilization/BCC.
- Program planning, implementation, and monitoring.
- Peer group training, Training of Trainers, and development of training materials.
- Proficiency in spoken and written English; local language is advantageous.
- Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office).
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Language Skills: English language proficiency is mandatory; local language is advantageous.
- Certificates/Licenses: Professional licenses and other relevant training certificates are advantageous.
Application Way:
Candidates meeting the qualifications are encouraged to apply through the IRC Career Site:
Clinical Nurse Officer Application
Please include 3 references from current and former employers. Applications will not be returned. IRC discourages phone calls or personal visits. Only applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be shortlisted and contacted. Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
Deadline: August 6, 2024
Application Letter/Cover Letter Requirements:
- Name of the position applied for.
- Date of application.
- Summary of qualifications and experience.
- Motivation/objective for applying for the job.
- Permanent address and present address (if different) and telephone number.
- Email address (if possible).
- Disclosure of any family relationships with existing IRC employees.
For more information, please refer to the IRC Career Site and the provided job links.