The Program Associate will support all administrative functions of the Emergency Unit, including logistics, finance, human resources, and events management. As part of the Program Associate’s career development and learning, the PA will have the opportunity to deploy (in-country or remote) to IRC Country Programs and gain on-the-job experience supporting a humanitarian response. In addition, the PA will have access to several online courses through the IRC’s learning platform, and if funding allows, additional trainings can also be considered. The PA will gain exposure and skills related to international humanitarian and development work within the context of the IRC. The PA will also have the opportunity to gain technical insight and experience in areas of particular interest to them whenever possible.
• Familiarity with basic budgeting and accounting helpful.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills and ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment, within and across departments/functions and develop positive relationships with local and remote staff.
• Ability to work in high stress environment with multiple and competing demands.
