International Rescue Committee (IRC) is Seeking an Emergency Health Coordinator, Global Surge – Apply Before 28 February 2026

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a leading global humanitarian organization dedicated to responding to the world’s most severe crises. Established in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC operates in over 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities, restoring health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and empowerment to communities affected by conflict and disaster. IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity, and hope to millions worldwide.

The organization seeks solutions-driven, passionate professionals eager to make a positive difference in the lives of millions globally. One such opportunity is the Emergency Health Coordinator role within the IRC’s Global Surge Team (GST).

Global Surge Team Overview

The Global Surge Team is a roster of highly skilled humanitarian professionals available for short-term deployments to support IRC programs in emergency and non-emergency contexts. Members of the GST provide specialist support where talent is most needed, typically for deployments up to three months.

• Flexible employment model: deployments required only 50% of the year, with optional additional deployments.
• Deployments may include supporting existing programs or initiating new operations in crisis zones.
• Focus on designing, managing, and implementing rapid, high-quality humanitarian responses.

Role Overview: Emergency Health Coordinator

The Emergency Health Coordinator provides leadership to ensure an effective, timely, and high-quality health response in emergency contexts. The role involves coordinating components of health interventions, including primary health, reproductive health, and nutrition, while ensuring adherence to national and international guidelines. Coordinators are expected to deploy within 72 hours of notification to the field, either in emergency or roving capacity.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct integrated health assessments and provide prioritized recommendations for interventions and strategies.
• Design program responses and strategies, including determining geographic areas of intervention.
• Draft technical proposals and budgets for international donors, collaborating with IRC grants and finance teams.
• Lead health program implementation:
  • Staff recruitment and training
  • Workplan development
  • Procurement and inventory planning
  • Indicator and budget management
• Prepare donor and management reports on grants and sector activities.
• Develop monitoring and evaluation systems to improve program quality and efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with IRC policies and procedures across program teams.
• Represent IRC in coordination with agencies, clusters, government authorities, and donors.
• Support media and communications initiatives as needed.
• Promote an inclusive environment, valuing diverse perspectives and prioritizing staff capacity building.
• Provide thorough handover to ensure sustainable programming.
• Collaborate with technical units to integrate expert guidance into program responses.

Qualifications and Experience

• Master’s or postgraduate degree in Public Health or equivalent.
• Minimum 3–5 years of senior-level experience in emergency health or related fields.
• Demonstrated leadership and program management in fast-paced, multifaceted environments.
• Experience in emergency or start-up humanitarian contexts, including resource mobilization.
• Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to present technical information clearly.
• Fluency in English; working knowledge of French preferred.
• Digital literacy: MS Word, Excel, and email applications required; MS Access, Project, and GIS preferred.
• Ability to write and edit grant proposals, technical documents, and reports.
• Effective people and program management under acute emergency conditions.
• Flexible, focused, and reliable in dynamic environments.

Professional Standards

IRC staff adhere to the IRC Way – Standards for Professional Conduct, including integrity, service, equality, and accountability. The organization maintains strict policies on safeguarding, conflicts of interest, fiscal integrity, and reporting wrongdoing. IRC fosters teams that value reflection, debate, and power sharing to deliver optimal services.

Why Choose IRC?

• Purpose-driven work: Employees make a meaningful impact daily, directly or indirectly improving the lives of communities in need.
• Global scale, dynamic workplace: Collaborate with colleagues worldwide, sharing diverse ideas and perspectives in a supportive environment.
• Challenging work and innovation: Apply evidence-based, data-driven strategies to solve complex humanitarian problems.
• Community-centered culture: Safety, security, and continuous professional development are integral to the workplace.

Recruitment Process

The IRC recruitment process typically involves three rounds:

1. Initial conversation with recruiting team to explore career goals.
2. Interview with hiring manager or relevant stakeholders.
3. Final assessment of role-specific expertise, often conducted as a panel interview.

Reference and background checks are conducted prior to finalizing an offer. Process details may vary depending on the role, location, and legal requirements.

The Emergency Health Coordinator role offers a unique opportunity to lead life-saving interventions, influence global health strategies, and work within a world-class humanitarian organization. IRC encourages qualified candidates committed to excellence, innovation, and impact to apply.

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