Вакансія: URRF Program Officer
ЗАВЕРШЕНО
ABOUT IREX:
IREX is an independent nonprofit organization dedicated to building a more just, prosperous, and inclusive world by empowering youth, cultivating leaders, strengthening institutions, and extending access to quality education and information. Founded in 1968, IREX has an annual portfolio of $90 million and a staff of over 500 professionals worldwide who implement programs and provide consulting expertise in more than 100 countries. For more detailed information about IREX please visit www.irex.org.
ABOUT UKRAINE RAPID RESPONSE FUND:
The goal of the Ukraine Rapid Response Fund (URRF) is to address immediate needs and enhance the resilience of Ukraine’s government, civil society, and civilian population amidst Russian invasion and potential occupation and in support of Ukraine’s national system of resilience. IREX will improve communication, coordination, and collaboration among key actors and stakeholders; strengthen their effectiveness, inclusion, and accountability. Using a conflict-sensitive and adaptive management approach, and a holistic approach to security, IREX will monitor, respond to, and anticipate the evolving needs of Ukrainians in this rapidly changing environment.
POSITION SUMMARY:
IREX is seeking a qualified professional to fill the position of Program Officer for its Ukraine Rapid Response Fund (URRF). The Program Officer will work with stakeholders, support local actors, and in some cases provide direct assistance to address critical needs and respond to unforeseen shocks affecting civilians and other stakeholders in the Ukraine conflict. Due to the volatile program environment, specific duties and responsibilities may change rapidly, requiring a high degree of flexibility by the Program Officer. Potential duties include being the point of contact for local partners; organizing psychosocial, first aid, security or other trainings; facilitating the procurement and distribution of supplies to program stakeholders; collecting information on developing situations and organizing a response; managing online platforms for information dissemination; or creating materials to inform stakeholders about communications, advocacy, or safety skills; cooperate with stakeholders (CSOs and Government). This position will be based in Ukraine.
GENERAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Specific duties include, but are not limited to the following:
- Lead project activities focused on providing rapid development aid to Ukraine;
- Oversee, monitor, and administer day-to-day management of project activities such as:
- Providing subgrants to local organizations
- Coordinating training in, digital and physical security, first aid and psychosocial first aid, communications, advocacy for journalists, IDPs, government officials, civil society organizations, or other stakeholders, including designing materials, managing project deadlines, and ensuring compliance with the budget;
- Distributing medical supplies, personal protective equipment, blankets, food, etc. to civilian shelters
- Hosting online presentations and discussions with international experts
- Supporting connections between various state and non-state actors
- Creating and disseminating materials on securely connecting to the internet
- Using IREX’s Learn to Discern (L2D) media literacy program to help information consumers combat disinformation and propaganda
- Collecting public feedback to inform stakeholders of gaps and improve conflict-related guidance
- Provide technical input into the development and adaptation of program documents;
- Supply technical assistance in relevant areas of expertise, and provide technical advising to program grantees;
- Develop and maintain effective collaboration with program partners, including NGOs, government officials, civil society and media groups, and other program stakeholders
- Stay up to date with monitoring the conflict in Ukraine and how it affects staff and communities to ensure the safety of all participants;
- Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- 2+ years of working on programs with a rapid response or humanitarian aid component
- 3+ years of demonstrated administration and leadership experience
- Experience working with international donor-funded projects
- Strong command of spoken and written English, Ukrainian, and Russian
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and writing skills
- Ability to be creative and generate new ideas
- Strong attention to detail and responsibility
- Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
- Ability to be flexible and respond to a rapidly changing program environment
- A. in social science, international affairs, or similar discipline
To Apply: Please email your resume and cover letter with “URRF Program Officer” in the subject line to [email protected] by 18:00 PM on June 25, 2022. No phone calls please. Only complete applications will be considered. Early applications are welcomed – we can contact shortlisted candidates on a rolling basis, even before the deadline.
