Strategy Assistant

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.

Background:

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. The 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. We began work in Ethiopia since 2000 and currently implementing 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 has a focus on narrowing the gender gap in humanitarian aid and ensuring that we contribute to gender equality, diversity, and inclusion in both our programs and operations by working to establish a context where our clients (including those from minority groups) enjoy the same rights and opportunities as well as an equal access to services. The IRC also has a strong commitment to creating an equitable and inclusive culture, where safeguarding is upheld in our workplace and programs. We are determined to protect our clients and staff from safeguarding violations through prevention and, where misconduct is alleged, to address it without fear or favor.

General Overview of Role:

The Strategy Assistant will play a critical role in supporting the rollout of SAP Strategy 100 Phase Two implementation. The Assistant will help the Director of Programs and the Senior Management Team (SMT) move the Strategic Action Plan into actionable implementation plans with relevant technical sectors and regional offices, which the DP and the ET-SMT will validate and action. This role will support the DP and E-SMT to ensure coordination and administration of the plan into action.   

Major Responsibilities (working closely with the Director of Programs):

• Strategic plan execution: Support the translation of SAP Strategy 100 Phase Two into operational action plans with technical sectors and regional offices.
• Monitoring and reporting: Track progress against SAP milestones, prepare consolidated reports, and highlight risks or delays.
• Cross-functional coordination: Work closely with Addis and regional offices to ensure activities align with SAP priorities.
• Data analysis: Collect and analyze data to inform decision-making and present findings clearly to diverse audiences.
• Documentation: Maintain updated records of SAP initiatives, milestones, and lessons learned.
• Stakeholder support: Provide logistical and administrative support for SAP-related meetings, workshops, and consultations Working Environment

• Up to 40% travel will be required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Political Science, or related field.

• Experience in international/local NGO spaces is an advantageous
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present and network confidently among both junior and senior staff.
• Demonstrated ability to work on complex documents and analyze data for clarity when presenting to large audiences.
• Strong interpersonal verbal and written communication skills and ability to facilitate collaboration.
• Strong capacity to quickly understand the evolving country context, portfolio, and overall programmatic needs.
• Ability to transfer technical knowledge and skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to staying informed and up to date with best practices.
• Language Skills: Fluency in spoken and written English.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and project management tools.

PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS

All International Rescue Committee workers must adhere to the core values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. Our Standards are Integrity, Service, Equality and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Safeguarding, Conflicts of Interest, Fiscal Integrity, and Reporting Wrongdoing and Protection from Retaliation. IRC is committed to take all necessary preventive measures and create an environment where people feel safe, and to take all necessary actions and corrective measures when harm occurs. IRC builds teams of professionals who promote critical reflection, power sharing, debate, and objectivity to deliver the best possible services to our clients.

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