Senior Director overseeing IRC’s Economic Recovery and Development portfolio across humanitarian crises. Leading strategic direction, influencing global policies, and managing high-impact programs.
Responsibilities
Define and communicate a compelling strategic vision for IRC’s Economic Wellbeing portfolio identifying core competencies, emerging trends, competitive advantages, and new opportunities for influence and growth
Serve as IRC’s principal thought leader in the ERD space, internally and externally, shaping global dialogue on economic recovery, livelihoods, cash and market-based interventions, and financial inclusion
Advance evidence-based practice by fostering rigorous research, learning, and innovation that position IRC as a recognized global authority in economic programming
Represent IRC at the highest levels, engaging with donors, governments, policy makers, and peer agencies to influence global agendas and promote evidence-based solutions
Lead strategic fundraising efforts, cultivating and managing high-value partnerships across bilateral, multilateral, and private sectors
Ensure strategic alignment and disciplined management of ERD resources, including sound financial oversight, grants management, and reporting
Recruit, develop, and retain top technical talent, ensuring the ERD team has the skills, diversity, and motivation to deliver excellent technical support and global technical leadership
Requirements
Master’s degree (PhD preferred) in Economics, Development Studies, Public Policy, or related field
Minimum 15 years of progressively responsible experience in international development, economic recovery, or related technical fields
Demonstrated success in strategic leadership, external representation, and fundraising from bilateral, multilateral, and private donors
Deep and broad connections across the economic wellbeing, humanitarian and development spaces is essential for the role
Proven record of driving change, leading complex global teams, and navigating matrixed organizations
Deep understanding of the global ERD landscape, including major donors, networks, and policy platforms
Exceptional strategic thinker and influencer, able to translate vision into action
Strong communicator and public speaker; adept at representing the organization in global fora and with senior-level stakeholders
Demonstrated fundraising and partnership-building acumen
Skilled in change management, leadership development, and organizational design
Deep commitment to IRC’s mission and values, with a strong sense of integrity, humility, and collaboration
Excellent spoken and written English required; proficiency in French, Arabic, or Spanish preferred
Benefits
10 sick days
10 US holidays
20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure
medical insurance starting at $163 per month
dental starting at $6.50 per month
vision starting at $5 per month
FSA for healthcare and commuter costs
403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching
disability & life insurance
Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles
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