Technical Advisor, Emergency Health

IRC

Nairobi, Kenya
Fully remote
Epidemiology and public health analysis
Health in emergencies strategy
Data analysis and knowledge management
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a leading international humanitarian non-governmental organization working in over 40 countries to restore health, safety, and wellbeing to people affected by conflict and disaster

Job Summary

  • The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a leading international humanitarian non-governmental organization working in over 40 countries to restore health, safety, and wellbeing to people affected by conflict and disaster.
  • This role will provide robust support for emergency health activities, focusing on capacity strengthening, preparedness, readiness, and response, including leading epidemiology and public health analysis.
  • The position involves coordinating global initiatives, developing tools and strategic guidance, and contributing to advocacy, research, partnerships, and business development in the emergency health sphere.

Matching Summary

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a leading international humanitarian non-governmental organization working in over 40 countries to restore health, safety, and wellbeing to people affected by conflict and disaster.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • epidemiology and public health analysis
  • health in emergencies strategy
  • data analysis and knowledge management
  • emergency health capacity strengthening
  • partnerships in emergency response

Nice-to-have

  • solutions-driven change-maker
  • positive, collaborative work environment
  • gender equality and inclusive practice
  • critical reflection and power sharing

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in clinical or public health; Master of Public Health, or equivalent
  • At least 5 years of experience in health-related program development
  • At least 2 years in humanitarian settings
  • Experience in epidemiology, M&E, and data analysis
  • Right to work in their location

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