Project Officer

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.

Job Overview / Summary

Under the direct supervision and technical guidance of the sector specialist Environmental Health & Climate Change Coordinator, the Project Officer will support the effective implementation of project activities under the Enhancing Climate Resilience and Sustainable Ecosystems project. The role focuses on community-level implementation, coordination with local stakeholders, activity monitoring, documentation, and reporting, ensuring alignment with Ecosystem-based Adaptation (EbA) principles, donor requirements, and IRC standards.

Major Responsibilities

1. Project Implementation & Coordination

• Support implementation of project activities related to Local Adaptation Plans of Action (LAPAs), climate-smart agriculture, green livelihoods, and community awareness on EbA and climate change.

• Coordinate closely with community groups, Farmer/Women Enterprise Groups (F/WEGs), youth groups, and local institutions.

• Facilitate community meetings, trainings, workshops, and consultations in line with approved workplans.

• Liaise with line government departments (Agriculture, Forestry, Livestock, Climate Change, Education, Local Government, Environment etc.) to support coordinated implementation.

2. Monitoring, Documentation & Reporting

• Support routine monitoring of activities against agreed indicators and milestones.

• Collect, verify, and submit quality field-level data, attendance sheets, case studies, success stories, and photographs.

• Maintain accurate project records, beneficiary lists, and activity trackers in coordination with MEAL teams.

• Contribute to donor and internal progress reports by providing timely and accurate field inputs.

3. Community Engagement & Inclusivity

• Ensure inclusive participation of women, youth, marginalized groups, and persons with disabilities in project activities.

• Support community feedback, accountability, and complaints response mechanisms (FCRM) at field level.

• Promote gender-responsive, conflict-sensitive, and environmentally responsible implementation practices.

4. Compliance & Coordination Support

• Ensure activities comply with IRC policies, donor requirements, safeguarding standards, and environmental and social safeguards.

• Support coordination with local partners in implementation and reporting of joint activities.

• Assist the Program Manager in organizing review meetings, field visits, and coordination forums.

5. Other Responsibilities

• Perform any other duties assigned by the Project Manager or supervisor in line with project needs.

Position Reports To

Program Manager

Position Directly Supervises

None

Indirect Reporting

Task-based coordination with IRC programs and operations

Job Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) in Environmental Sciences, Natural Resource Management, Climate Change, Social Sciences, Development Studies, or a related field.

Work Experience

• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience with I/NGOs in community-based development, climate resilience, livelihoods, environment, or DRR programs.

• Demonstrated experience working with government departments, community institutions, and local partners at field level.

• Prior experience in climate change adaptation, EbA, WASH, agriculture, or livelihoods programming is highly desirable.

Demonstrated Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of community mobilization and participatory approaches.

• Experience in field-level monitoring, documentation, and basic reporting.

• Ability to manage multiple activities, meet deadlines and work under pressure.

• Good analytical, interpersonal, and coordination skills.

• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and basic reporting tools.

• Ability to travel frequently to remote field locations.

Language Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.

• Fluency in Pashto is required; knowledge of Urdu is an asset.

IRC Core Values & Commitments

• The IRC and its staff must adhere to the IRC Way – Standards for Professional Conduct: Integrity, Service, and Accountability.

• Commitment to Child Safeguarding, Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA), and Anti-Workplace Harassment policies is mandatory.

• This position involves frequent interaction with communities, including children, and requires strict adherence to safeguarding standards.

• IRC is committed to gender equality, diversity, and inclusion, and actively encourages applications from women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.
  

PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS

All International Rescue Committee workers must adhere to the core values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct . Our Standards are Integrity, Service, Equality and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Safeguarding , Conflicts of Interest, Fiscal Integrity, and Reporting Wrongdoing and Protection from Retaliation. IRC is committed to take all necessary preventive measures and create an environment where people feel safe, and to take all necessary actions and corrective measures when harm occurs. IRC builds teams of professionals who promote critical reflection, power sharing, debate, and objectivity to deliver the best possible services to our clients.

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