Deputy Director of Grants and Partnership

About the International Rescue Committee (IRC)

The International Rescue Committee helps people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster to survive, recover, and gain control of their future. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC works with people forced to flee from war, conflict and disaster and the host communities that support them, as well as with those who remain within their homes and communities.

The IRC operates today in over 40 countries and 22 U.S. cities, restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted and struggling to endure. The organization leads the way from harm to home.

IRC in Ethiopia

The IRC began work in Ethiopia in 1999 in response to severe drought in Ethiopia's Somali region. Currently, the organization provides assistance in ten different regions, implementing emergency and development programs in the following areas:

• Health
• Water and sanitation
• Economic recovery and development (ERD)
• Women's protection and empowerment
• Education
• Child protection
• Multi-sectoral emergency response

Our Commitment

The IRC has a focus on narrowing the gender gap in humanitarian aid and ensuring that it contributes to gender equality, diversity, and inclusion in both its programs and operations. The organization works to establish a context where clients—including those from minority groups—enjoy the same rights and opportunities as well as equal access to services.

The IRC maintains a strong commitment to creating an equitable and inclusive culture, where safeguarding is upheld in the workplace and programs. The organization is determined to protect clients and staff from safeguarding violations through prevention and, where misconduct is alleged, to address it without fear or favor.

Position Overview

The Deputy Director of Grants and Partnerships, in collaboration with the Director of Programs and the Country Director, will provide strategic and operational direction and lead resource mobilization efforts to achieve annual growth targets.

Career Growth Opportunity

This position offers a great opportunity for career growth.