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International Rescue Committee

Global humanitarian nonprofit delivering emergency relief

Economic Recovery and Development Assistant

Community Outreach & ProgramsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeCaracas, Capital District, VenezuelaNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A university or higher technical degree in Economics, Business Administration, Accounting, Social Sciences, Industrial Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent demonstrable experience.
  • One to two years of work experience implementing humanitarian or livelihoods projects and/or delivering cash transfers, vouchers, or in-kind assistance in humanitarian and early-recovery contexts.
  • Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills for managing databases and price lists.
  • Effective communication skills.
  • Ability to organize work, meet deadlines, coordinate multiple tasks, and maintain attention to detail.
  • Discretion when handling personal data and sensitive information, and respectful treatment of program participants.
  • Knowledge of workplace health and safety policies and rules, and ability to report identified risks, accidents, and incidents.

Responsibilities

  • Support implementation of ERD program activities in accordance with the strategy, standard operating procedures, and IRC regulations.
  • Collect and share lessons learned and good practices to contribute to knowledge management.
  • Stay current on developments related to cash transfers, market-based assistance, and humanitarian standards.
  • Support market-data collection and analysis, including periodic price monitoring, visits to shops and suppliers, and monitoring market functionality.
  • Support participant profiling, targeting, registration, verification, and enrollment according to established criteria.
  • Safely manage participant databases and records of assistance delivered.
  • Guide participants on assistance modalities, delivery mechanisms, and feedback channels.
  • Contribute to pilot testing and validation of tools and methodologies.
  • Participate in scheduled training activities.
  • Support logistics for participant profiling and humanitarian assistance delivery activities, including resource planning and organizing venues.
  • Execute work plans and schedules in coordination with the team, and schedule and report completed activities.
  • Support post-distribution monitoring and participant follow-up, complete checklists, and report issues to the supervisor.
  • Record participant complaints and feedback, and refer vulnerable cases to IRC health, protection, or education sectors through established referral pathways.
  • Support report preparation, knowledge management, and preparation of information for coordination forums when requested.
  • Follow institutional policies and humanitarian principles, including protection from sexual exploitation and abuse and safeguarding, and promptly report safety concerns or incidents.
  • Take care of personal health and provide clear, complete, and truthful information about health status.
  • Participate in workplace-risk prevention activities.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience collecting market data and monitoring prices.
  • Experience using data-collection and data-management tools such as KoBo or CommCare.
  • Previous experience working in emergency settings.

About the Company

International Rescue Committee

Global humanitarian nonprofit delivering emergency relief

Emergency relief and long-term support provider active in 40+ countries and 26 U.S. cities, offering health, education, safety, economic, and protection services to people affected by conflict, displacement, or disasters. It runs refugee resettlement, mental health care, primary healthcare, vocational training, and protection programs, with operations that combine direct services and advocacy. Its distinct approach comes from a large global footprint, extensive field experience, a focus on dignity and resilience, and evidence-based programs supported by initiatives like the Airbel Impact Lab. The goal is to lessen suffering, protect human rights, and help communities recover and thrive through inclusive, long-term strategies that empower those affected by crises.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Grant
Total funding
$500K
Headquarters
New York City, New York
Founded
1933

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