Program Manager – Climate Adaptation and Resilience
International Rescue Committee (IRC)
Lead the design, implementation, and monitoring of climate adaptation programs in fragile settings. Manage a multi-country portfolio, coordinate with local partners, and integrate climate resilience into IRC’s emergency response. Requirements: Master’s degree in environmental science, international development, or related; 7+ years program management experience; field experience in conflict-affected regions.
### Strategic Analysis
The IRC Program Manager for Climate Adaptation and Resilience is a linchpin role at the nexus of humanitarian aid and climate action. As climate change intensifies, vulnerable populations in conflict-affected regions face compounded crises. This role directly addresses this by embedding resilience into emergency responses, ensuring that IRC's interventions are not just reactive but sustainable. Managing a multi-country portfolio demands a strategic thinker who can navigate political complexities and local dynamics, turning climate adaptation from a niche into a core humanitarian priority. The position is critical because it operationalizes the shift from crisis response to long-term resilience, aligning with global frameworks like the Sendai Framework and Paris Agreement. By leading design and implementation, the manager will shape how humanitarian organizations tackle climate-induced displacement, food insecurity, and resource conflicts, making this role a cornerstone for future-proofing humanitarian action.