Program Development and Awards Advisor, WACAR

International Rescue Committee is hiring for the Program Development and Awards Advisor, WACAR position in Nairobi. This is a full time role. Qualification level: Bachelors. The International Rescue Committee is a global humanitarian aid, relief and development nongovernmental organization.The Purpose of the Role

As part of the Regional Program and Award Support (RPAS) team, the PDAAs oversee a diverse portfolio of awards across the humanitarian, recovery, and development sectors.

PDAAs liaise with country programs, HQ departments and donor contacts to ensure high-quality guidance and support to country offices throughout the award lifecycle.

Key responsibilities

• Awards Management and Compliance
• Manage a portfolio of awards for the WACAR region as assigned.
• Provide timely support on narrative reporting and post-award deliverables, guiding country offices on amendments, modifications, and submissions while collaborating with technical and financial staff.
• Provide support on budget realignments, changes in scope, NCEs, and other amendments for project elements not captured at proposal stage or emerging needs.

Requirements

• Degree, preferably in a subject related to IRC’s work (International Relations, Refugee or Migration Studies, Development Studies, Public Policy) or equivalent experience
• Fluency in English and French, both spoken and written
• Good understanding of humanitarian aid and development programming…

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