Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from International Rescue Committee (IRC)
Job overview
The Advisor, Strategy & Performance role at IRC supports the President/CEO and Leadership Board in managing organizational performance and strategy to empower crisis-affected populations.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves driving organizational performance reviews, advising senior leadership, leading strategic projects, managing teams, and improving performance monitoring and delivery infrastructure.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers competitive US-based compensation with benefits including paid time off, medical, dental, vision insurance, 403b retirement plan with matching, disability and life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program.
Experience and skills
Candidates need a Bachelor's degree and 6-8 years relevant experience including strategy or project management roles, strong analytical, communication, project management, and leadership skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Career development
The role offers opportunities to work closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams, leading strategic projects and contributing to organizational performance improvements.
Work environment and culture
IRC promotes a collaborative, multicultural, and cross-functional work environment with hybrid work options and some international travel.
Company information
International Rescue Committee is a global humanitarian organization approaching its 100th year, focused on empowering people in crisis through impactful programs and strategic delivery.
Team overview
The candidate will work within the President’s Office and Strategy & Delivery Unit, collaborating with senior leadership, strategy leads, and cross-functional teams.
Job location and travel
The job is based in New York City with hybrid work requiring at least 3 days per week onsite and up to 30% international travel.
Application process
Applicants must apply through the IRC careers website with the provided link; no additional application steps are specified.
Unique job features
The role uniquely combines strategic advisory responsibilities with organizational performance management in a global humanitarian context, including direct support to the CEO and Leadership Board.
Company overview
ReliefWeb is a specialized digital platform operated by the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), established in 1996 to support the global humanitarian community. It serves as a hub for timely and reliable information, including reports, job postings, and training opportunities, aimed at aiding disaster response and humanitarian efforts worldwide. The platform generates value by aggregating and disseminating critical data from governments, NGOs, and international organizations, ensuring stakeholders have access to actionable insights. Its history reflects a commitment to enhancing collaboration and efficiency in addressing global crises, making it a vital resource for professionals in the humanitarian sector.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your analytical skills, experience in strategy or project management, and ability to advise senior leadership, aligning closely with the responsibilities of supporting organizational performance and strategy at ReliefWeb.
Emphasize your experience with data interpretation, financial analysis, and cross-functional collaboration, as these are key aspects of the Advisor, Strategy & Performance role.
Apply through multiple platforms including the official ReliefWeb corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and ensure you don’t miss any submission deadlines.
Connect with members of the President’s Office, Strategy & Delivery Unit, or Leadership Board on LinkedIn; start conversations by referencing recent IRC initiatives or expressing genuine interest in their approach to organizational strategy and performance monitoring.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'organizational performance,' 'strategy delivery,' 'risk review,' 'data analysis,' 'project management,' and 'senior leadership advising' to improve your chances of passing automated screenings.
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