Emergency Response Field Officer

International Rescue Committee; Valley (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking an Emergency Officer to support emergency response and disaster risk reduction activities in the country program. You will assist with assessments, community engagement, monitoring, and timely delivery of interventions in line with IRC policies and donor requirements.

Key responsibilities include coordinating emergency activities, ensuring beneficiary participation and safeguarding, and supporting MEAL, reporting, and coordination with local

Qualifications

• Degree/diploma in public health, nursing, community development, clinical medicine or related field.
• Minimum of three years’ experience in emergencies or humanitarian programming, including community-based projects.

Responsibilities

• Support rapid needs assessments, baseline surveys, and emergency field assessments.
• Coordinate and implement emergency response activities in assigned locations.
• Monitor project activities for quality and timeliness; ensure accountability and protection principles.
• Assist in data collection, monitoring, reporting, and documentation of lessons learned.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in public health or related field

Tools

MS-Office

Data collection & reporting tools

Job description

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking an Emergency Officer to support emergency response and disaster risk reduction activities in the country program. You will assist with assessments, community engagement, monitoring, and timely delivery of interventions in line with IRC policies and donor requirements.

Key responsibilities include coordinating emergency activities, ensuring beneficiary participation and safeguarding, and supporting MEAL, reporting, and coordination with local