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About the role
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) seeks a Specialist in Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights to enhance SRHR programming, focusing on family planning and abortion care in fragile contexts.
Responsibilities
Lead the implementation of key initiatives such as the Family Planning Impact Lab
Coordinate multidisciplinary teams across research, design, and health programming
Oversee pilot programs and iterative improvements
Monitor program performance and drive timely adjustments
Identify and address technical gaps in country-level programs
Support the development and rollout of training materials and tools
Provide expert guidance on contraception and abortion care
Ensure alignment with global health standards and best practices
Contribute to thought leadership through publications and presentations
Represent the organization in global forums, workshops, and policy discussions
Support proposal development and strategic growth opportunities
Provide technical input into program design for new initiatives
Requirements
Degree in public health or a related discipline; Master’s degree preferred
Clinical background (e.g., nursing or midwifery) considered an advantage
Minimum of 6 years’ experience in public health, particularly in SRHR
Proven experience working in humanitarian or fragile contexts
Expertise in family planning and comprehensive abortion care
Experience managing multi-country and multi-stakeholder projects
Strong communication and collaboration skills across diverse teams
Fluency in English and French; additional languages such as Arabic or Spanish are beneficial
Qualifications
Fluency in English and French; additional languages such as Arabic or Spanish are beneficial
Skills
Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation (M&E) frameworks
Experience with implementation research and program scaling
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Willingness and ability to travel up to 30% as required
Benefits
United States: $95,000 – $107,000
United Kingdom: £58,736 – £68,526
Pay
$95,000 – $107,000
Schedule
In-person