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International Rescue Committee

Global humanitarian nonprofit delivering emergency relief

Programs Assistant

Community Outreach & ProgramsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeMaracaibo, Zulia, VenezuelaNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • Professional qualification in Social Work, Psychology, or a degree in Social Sciences or similar.
  • At least two years of community experience, experience with international cooperation organizations, and/or program implementation experience in Zulia state.
  • Effective use of qualitative and quantitative research techniques and instruments.
  • Demonstrated understanding of community dynamics, work with vulnerable populations, and core humanitarian action principles.
  • Strong report-writing skills.
  • Ability to manage groups and communicate and relate effectively with caregivers and community leaders.
  • Excellent command of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Adherence to IRC Way standards and institutional policies on beneficiary protection from exploitation and abuse, child safeguarding, workplace harassment, fiscal integrity, and protection from retaliation.
  • Comply with occupational safety and health rules, report hazardous conditions, use and maintain personal protective equipment correctly, report equipment loss or malfunction, report health status, and participate in safety training and committees.

Responsibilities

  • Support operational implementation of project activities at the local level in Zulia state.
  • Support logistics for distributing humanitarian services and supplies in the field.
  • Maintain timely and orderly registration of program beneficiaries.
  • Contribute to monitoring project activity indicators.
  • Support rapid needs assessments and information gathering in affected communities.
  • Systematize and update field information and contribute to reports, meeting minutes, and databases.
  • Facilitate community guidance on access to humanitarian services and complaints and feedback mechanisms.
  • Maintain communication with community leaders, local institutions, and partner organizations.
  • Support community coordination to enable safe access to intervention areas.
  • Promote coordination between affected communities and available humanitarian services.
  • Participate in coordination meetings and share information about progress, challenges, and identified needs.
  • Strengthen relationships with community actors to foster inclusive participation of women, men, youth, older people, and people with disabilities.
  • Collect, verify, and organize operational data.
  • Ensure the quality and confidentiality of collected information.
  • Promote use and dissemination of feedback and accountability mechanisms for affected populations.
  • Contribute to program indicator monitoring and follow-up.
  • Perform other tasks assigned by the supervisor to achieve the role's objectives.

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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