Remote Deputy Director, NVPPA - Workforce Empowerment Lead

International Rescue Committee; United States; Remote; USD 94,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

US holidays

Generous PTO

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Flexible spending accounts

403(b) retirement plan

Disability and life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The International Rescue Committee is seeking a Deputy Director, NVPPA to lead the National Virtual Program for Professional Advancement. This fully remote, U.S.-based role requires strong program management, compliance, and staff leadership to deliver the cooperative agreement on time and within budget.

You will supervise a remote team, coordinate with ORR counterparts, and ensure high-quality service delivery, data reporting, and fiduciary controls across all program activities.

Qualifications

• University degree in Business, Public Administration, Social Work, Economics, Community Development, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in designing, developing, and implementing workforce or economic empowerment programming.
• 5+ years managing remote or distributed teams with staff coaching and performance management.
• Experience managing federally funded awards, compliance, and reporting requirements (ORR or similar).
• Strong communication and organizational skills; able to report to funders accurately and on time.

Responsibilities

• Lead program start-up with intake, staffing, data tools, and referral protocols for clients.
• Ensure service standards across a high-volume, light-touch model with documented PAPs and career navigation.
• Oversee training, job development, placement support, and maintain related records.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

English fluency

Leadership

Remote team management

Education

University degree in Business/Public Administration/Social Work/Economics/Community Development or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

ETO system

Job description

The International Rescue Committee is seeking a Deputy Director, NVPPA to lead the National Virtual Program for Professional Advancement. This fully remote, U.S.-based role requires strong program management, compliance, and staff leadership to deliver the cooperative agreement on time and within budget.

You will supervise a remote team, coordinate with ORR counterparts, and ensure high-quality service delivery, data reporting, and fiduciary controls across all program activities.