Program Officer – International Rescue Committee

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May 5, 2026
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Job Description

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is hiring a Program Officer, Measurement (open to remote) supporting data quality, Power BI dashboards, and performance monitoring across refugee resettlement and integration programs. Salary: $77,000–$82,000 (US-based). Apply via IRC careers.

Overview

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is recruiting a Program Officer, Measurement to help strengthen data-driven decision-making across its Resettlement, Asylum, & Integration (RAI) department. This role is open to remote and aligned to New York HQ in the United States.

If you work comfortably with Power BI, Excel, data QA/cleaning, and performance monitoring, this position offers a clear pathway to use analytics to improve outcomes for refugees and other vulnerable migrants. 

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Role Snapshot

  • Job Title: Program Officer, Measurement
  • Department: Resettlement, Asylum, & Integration (RAI)
  • Remote Status: Open to Remote
  • Location: New York, NY HQ (USA)
  • Job Type: Full-time
  • Job Requisition ID: JR00001580
  • Salary Range (US-based): $77,000–$82,000 per year (posted range)

Note: Posted pay ranges apply to US-based candidates and can vary by labor market, internal equity, budget, and work location.

What You’ll Work On

1) Make high-quality data accessible

  • Build and maintain Power BI dashboards and related SOPs
  • Lead data quality assurance and cleaning (annual statistics and performance monitoring)
  • Analyze network-wide trends and highlight areas that need attention
  • Handle ad-hoc reporting requests (internal stakeholders and funders)
  • Improve data visualization for internal and external presentations
  • Keep the department’s Indicator Selection Tool updated

2) Strengthen client feedback collection and use

  • Develop and refine guidance for collecting and using client feedback
  • Design cost-effective methods for client feedback surveys
  • Upload/batch client feedback data into the data system
  • Support analysis of feedback, including qualitative insights

3) Build data capacity across teams

  • Deliver practical trainings on data tools, reporting, and data use
  • Help teams set up consistent routines for reviewing data and improving programs
  • Support other measurement priorities as needed

Minimum Qualifications

Education

  • BA/BS (or equivalent experience) in a relevant field

Experience

Technical Skills

  • Advanced Excel and Power BI
  • Experience with qualitative data tools such as Dedoose, NVivo, ATLAS.ti (or similar)

Professional Skills

  • Strong writing and communication skills (able to explain data clearly)
  • Confidence working with diverse teams and stakeholders
  • Strong organization, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines
  • Adaptable, improvement-minded, and comfortable in fast-paced environments

Preferred (Nice to Have)

  • Non-profit experience (especially refugee resettlement or humanitarian sectors)
  • Experience with PowerApps

Compensation and Benefits

Salary (posted)

  • $77,000–$82,000 annually (US-based candidates)

US benefits (highlights listed in posting)

  • Paid time off (20–25 days depending on role/tenure)
  • Sick days and US holidays
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage options
  • Retirement plan (403b) with matching (per posting)
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program

How to Apply

Apply directly through the IRC careers portal for:

  • Program Officer, Measurement (JR00001580)

Prepare a focused application that clearly shows: 

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  • Your Power BI dashboard work (include examples if possible)
  • How you handle data QA, cleaning, and reporting
  • Any experience training others or building reporting routines
  • Your comfort with qualitative + quantitative data workflows

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