JOB DETAILS
Title: Risk and Policy Officer
Job Family: Development and Administrative
Duration: 24 month fixed term full time contract
Salary: €39,500 - €41,000, dependent on experience
Reporting to: Head of Compliance and Legal Affairs
BACKGROUND INFORMATIONThe Irish Red Cross Society (IRC) is part of the world’s largest independent humanitarian network, the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. The IRC is committed to and bound by its Fundamental Principles of Humanity, Impartiality, Neutrality, Independence, Voluntary Service, Unity and Universality.
The vision of the Irish Red Cross is to be a leading humanitarian organisation, providing impartial services and support to vulnerable communities both at home and abroad. Our mission is to identify and deliver humanitarian assistance to those who are most in need.
SUMMARY OF ROLEThe Risk and Policy Officer supports the organisation’s risk management, policy control and internal audit processes. Working closely with the Head of Compliance and Legal Affairs, this role is an important part of the compliance team, working to ensure the organisation’s risk management, internal audit and policy review activities are centrally tracked and organised. The role will also provide administrative support to the Audit and Risk Committee of the Society. This is an exciting and diverse role for someone who is well organised with excellent attention to detail. Full training will be provided to the successful candidate.
ROLE RESPONSIBLILTIESMaintain the organisation’s document base as it relates to:
Risk management
Policies and procedures
Internal audit
Be an admin user on RedFlare, the online risk tool used by the organisation
Provide administrative support to the Audit and Risk Committee of the Society, including supporting with pack preparation and drafting of minutes
Support implementation of the organisation's risk management plan
Scope and prepare draft requests for tender for internal audit projects
Support the implementation of the organisation's internal audit plan
Be a key initial contact point for internal audit stakeholders and for those involved in risk management actions
Support work on internal and external compliance matters related to the organisation's front line work, across both volunteer and staff led initiatives
Work actively towards the achievement of the Irish Red Cross goals.
Undertake training and development as required
Abide by and uphold the Principles of the International Red Cross Red Crescent Movement.
Undertake any other reasonable work-related duties and responsibilities assigned by the relevant line manager that are consistent with the nature of the job and level of responsibility
Experience working in a role that involves report writing, analysis and engagement with a wide variety of stakeholders
A high level of attention to detail
Excellent written communication skills with experience in providing high quality analysis and reports
Strong knowledge of the Microsoft office suite, particularly excel and PowerPoint
Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to support and build relationships with key stakeholders, both internal and external
Ability to prioritise and manage time and workload effectively
Experience in humanitarian, NGO, or charity sector
Familiarity with policy development, risk management and / or internal audit activities
Experience in providing administrative support to groups, such as drafting minutes
Experience with online platforms like RedFlare
Experience with data analysis and visualization tools such as Power BI
The Irish Red Cross is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and aspire to reflect this in our workforce. We welcome applications for people from all sections of the community, irrespective of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, race or membership of the Traveller community.
This role requires applicants to have the right to work in Ireland.
Closing Date: 24th June 2026 at 6pm. Late applications will not be accepted.
Interviews will be held 29th & 30th June 2026
The role is a full time position based on a 35 hour working week. It may require occasional evening and weekend work.
We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to support the participation of individuals with disabilities or other specific needs in both the recruitment process and the workplace. If you require any adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know by contacting us at 01 6424600
Skills Required
- Experience working in a role that involves report writing, analysis and engagement with a wide variety of stakeholders
- A high level of attention to detail
- Excellent written communication skills with experience in providing high quality analysis and reports
- Strong knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
- Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to support and build relationships with key stakeholders, both internal and external
- Ability to prioritise and manage time and workload effectively
- Experience in humanitarian, NGO, or charity sector
- Familiarity with policy development, risk management and / or internal audit activities
- Experience in providing administrative support to groups, such as drafting minutes
- Experience with online platforms like RedFlare
- Experience with data analysis and visualization tools such as Power BI
What We Do
The Irish Red Cross is a humanitarian organization dedicated to preventing and alleviating human suffering. It provides emergency aid, first-aid services, and social support to vulnerable populations in Ireland and abroad, including refugees, the elderly, and those affected by conflict or natural disasters. It operates as a volunteer-led charity, working within the global Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement to protect life, health, and human dignity.
