The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a global humanitarian organization helping people affected by conflict and disaster to restore health, safety, education, and economic wellbeing
Job Summary
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a global humanitarian organization helping people affected by conflict and disaster to restore health, safety, education, and economic wellbeing.
The Policy, Advocacy and Communications Coordinator will lead IRC Ukraine’s advocacy strategy, advise senior management, and represent IRC in key humanitarian coordination and advocacy forums.
This role supervises the Advocacy and Liaison Senior Manager and Communications Manager, ensuring impactful advocacy and communications aligned with IRC’s mission and program objectives.
Matching Summary
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a global humanitarian organization helping people affected by conflict and disaster to restore health, safety, education, and economic wellbeing.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
policy and advocacy strategy development
humanitarian crisis response experience
stakeholder relationship management
strategic communication skills
team supervision and management
evidence-based external messaging
multilingual communication in English
Nice-to-have
experience with Ukrainian humanitarian response
capacity building for advocacy
diplomatic and interpersonal skills
ability to work under pressure
creativity and attention to detail
collaboration with global and regional teams
Key Requirements
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Minimum 5 years policy and advocacy experience
Proven strategic thinking and analytical skills
Excellent English communication skills
Experience in complex humanitarian or post-conflict settings