The Women’s Refugee Commission (WRC) works to improve the lives and defend the rights of refugee and internally displaced women, children and young people. The WRC will undertake the second year of a two-year research project focused on ensuring livelihood programs implemented during emergencies are effective and safe for participants, and that they do not heighten risks of gender-based violence but, in fact, help to mitigate those risks. The Program Officer will field test the recommendations, guidance and tool(s) emerging from the first year of the research project. The PO will also conduct trainings in the field and through webinars from lessons learned over the second year.
Responsibilities Include:
- Program Implementation
- Research and Writing
- Advocacy and Public Education
- Financial Responsibilities
Requirement Include:
- Master’s Degree in international affairs, economics, political science, non-profit management or related field.
- Minimum 5 years of field experience in humanitarian assistance including in emergency contexts – ideally implementing economic programs serving displaced populations.
- Minimum 2 - 3 years project management experience in refugee protection and humanitarian assistance and emergency response programs.
- Excellent written and spoken English; working knowledge of French, Arabic or Spanish desirable.
This is a regular, full-time position based on New York. To apply, please send a cover letter and CV to daleb@wrcommission.org. Application deadline: September 5, 2014.