Program Officer, Pre-Arrival – International Rescue Committee (IRC)

Location: Remote – United States (New York, NY listed)
Job ID: req58657
Category: Social Work & Community Development
Type: Full-time, Fixed Term
Compensation: $65,151 – $88,914 annually (USD)
Remote Work: Fully remote
Open to Expatriates: No

About the IRC

Founded in 1933, the International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a global humanitarian organization operating in over 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities. The IRC helps people recover from conflict and disaster, supporting health, safety, education, and economic well-being.

Role Overview

The Program Officer, Pre-Arrival will oversee key pre-arrival activities for the Reception and Placement (R&P) program, funded by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration (PRM). This includes allocations, assurances, transfers, and travel for both in-person and virtual services. The position reports to the Director of Initial Resettlement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate pre-arrival operations: allocation, placement, assurances, travel, and capacity.

• Deliver trainings on IRIS, START, and ETO databases, and resettlement protocols.

• Maintain clear, up-to-date guidance and training materials for national and local staff.

• Act as liaison with the Refugee Processing Center and Resettlement Support Centers.

• Monitor compliance with PRM standards and data accuracy requirements.

• Analyze trends, support proposal development, and contribute to case reconciliation and reporting.

• Respond to technical assistance requests and provide consultation to partners.

• Collaborate on budgeting and process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree; Master’s preferred in Social Work, International Affairs, or related field.

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in refugee resettlement, particularly in pre-arrival processes.

• Experience in training, program monitoring, and technical assistance.

• Strong knowledge of U.S. Refugee Resettlement Programs and PRM guidelines.

• Skilled in Microsoft Excel, databases, budgeting, and data analysis.

• Excellent written/verbal communication and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across global teams.

Work Environment

• Fully remote position (U.S.-based).

• Occasional domestic travel (up to 10%).

Benefits

• 403b retirement savings plan with match

• Sick leave

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Professional development opportunities