Program Officer

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a renowned global humanitarian organization committed to addressing some of the world’s most critical crises. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC operates across more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities. The organization provides essential support to communities affected by conflict and disaster, focusing on restoring health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and empowerment. IRC staff are dedicated to creating lasting impact by promoting safety, dignity, and hope for millions worldwide. This role offers a unique opportunity for a passionate, solution-oriented professional to contribute meaningfully to humanitarian efforts on a global scale.

Key Responsibilities

Program Reporting: Prepare detailed program reports for Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) by collecting inputs from project teams and field staff. Ensure reports are accurate, complete, and of high quality by reviewing and following up on necessary corrections. Submit reports promptly to the country office, technical coordinators, and project managers. Conduct field and outreach visits to gather relevant program data. Identify and document best practices, success stories, and case studies. Maintain updated program trackers, records, and reporting schedules.

Support to the Program Coordinator: Assist with daily reporting tasks, including preparing updates, briefs, and presentations. Take minutes during meetings such as PSMT sessions and track follow-up actions. Facilitate internal communication between the Program Coordinator, provincial teams, department heads, and the country office. Organize and maintain records, agreements, and correspondence related to provincial operations. Coordinate scheduling of meetings and visits for the Program Coordinator and support related follow-up activities.

Support to the Provincial MEAL Team: Support the Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) team in data collection and field activities. Participate in monitoring visits and help prepare monitoring reports. Assist with follow-up on corrective actions and communicate monitoring findings to project teams.

Coordination: Collaborate closely with provincial finance, IT, and HR department heads, PSMT members, project and technical managers, and the provincial monitoring team. Maintain coordination with country office project leads, technical coordinators, program officers, and the Grants unit.

Required Qualifications

Education: A Bachelor’s degree is required. A Master’s degree in social sciences, project or business management, development studies, or a related field is preferred.

Work Experience: At least three years of experience in development or humanitarian programs, with a focus on program reporting and documentation. Experience working with INGOs or UN agencies in Pakistan is highly desirable.

Skills and Proficiencies: Strong report writing and documentation skills, including minute-taking. Excellent verbal and written communication abilities. Proficiency in IT platforms such as Microsoft Teams, Google Forms, Google Meet, and MS Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Ability to collect, organize, analyze program data, and present findings clearly. Experience conducting field visits and engaging respectfully with communities and partners. Proven ability to manage competing priorities with initiative and problem-solving skills. Highly organized with strong attention to detail. Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, dynamic environments. Reliable, supportive, and able to maintain confidentiality. Self-motivated and capable of working independently with minimal supervision. Flexible and composed under pressure and changing circumstances.

Languages: Fluency in Urdu and English is required. Proficiency in Pashto or other local languages of KP is an advantage.

Professional Standards: All IRC staff are expected to uphold the organization’s core values of Integrity, Service, Equality, and Accountability, as outlined in the IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. The IRC enforces strict policies on Safeguarding, Conflicts of Interest, Fiscal Integrity, Reporting Wrongdoing, and Protection from Retaliation. The organization is committed to fostering a safe environment and taking necessary actions to prevent and address harm. IRC promotes team environments that encourage critical reflection, power sharing, open debate, and objectivity to ensure the highest quality services for clients.

This role offers a meaningful chance to join a respected humanitarian organization dedicated to making a positive difference worldwide.