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Country: United States of America<\/div>\n
Organization: International Rescue Committee<\/div>\n
Closing date: 5 Oct 2024<\/div>\n

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world\u2019s 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 50 countries and more than 25 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.<\/p>\n

The Housing Specialist secures and coordinates the furnishing of safe, sanitary, and affordable housing for newly arriving refugees and provides related logistical support.<\/p>\n

Major Responsibilities:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:<\/p>\n

\u2022 Identify and secure safe, sanitary, and affordable housing for newly arriving refugees in compliance with established program requirements.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Conduct ongoing outreach to current and potential landlords and property managers, building strong working relationships with the goal of increasing access to housing for refugee families and to coordinate client home repair requests as needed. Collaborate effectively with coworkers and partner organizations to support a positive resettlement experience.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Coordinate logistics of housing set-ups including ordering furniture and supplies and arranging delivery, arranging utility hook-ups, facilitating lease signings and renewals, arranging payments, and conducting home safety inspections.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Implement a high-quality procurement protocol including researching potential new vendors, following appropriate financial and purchasing procedures, and maintaining required documentation.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Deliver orientations to clients; may support other pre- and post-arrival activities such as airport pick-ups.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Satisfy recordkeeping requirements.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Use personal, insured vehicle and\/or public transportation (where available) to travel and transport clients and materials as needed throughout the service delivery area.<\/p>\n

\u2022 May train and lead the activities of support staff, volunteers, and interns.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Other duties as assigned.<\/p>\n

Job Requirements:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Education<\/strong>: Bachelor\u2019s degree strongly preferred.<\/p>\n

Work Experience:<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 Minimum of 1 year of relevant professional experience required.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Experience working with refugee and\/or immigrant populations preferred.<\/p>\n

Demonstrated Skills & Competencies:<\/p>\n

\u2022 Strong relationship building, diplomacy, and networking skills; ability to effectively build internal and external relationships.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Demonstrated success working and communicating effectively in a multi-cultural environment.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Self-starter with excellent problem-solving skills combined with the proven ability to multi-task, prioritize duties, and manage time effectively.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Superb organization, planning, and logistical skills.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Attention to detail and accuracy in work product.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Ability to regularly lift ~50 lbs.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Fluent in English, both spoken and written.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook); ability to use the internet and other digital tools for data entry, research and problem-solving purposes.<\/p>\n

\u2022 Valid driver\u2019s license and access to a personal, insured vehicle.<\/p>\n

Working Environment:<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u2022 A combination of standard office environment, remote work, and \u2018field\u2019 time within the service delivery area to perform the above outlined responsibilities.<\/p>\n

\u2022 May require occasional weekend and\/or evening work.<\/p>\n

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusivity: IRC is committed to building a diverse organization and a climate of inclusivity. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who can demonstrate that they can contribute to this goal.<\/p>\n

Compensation:<\/strong> Posted pay ranges apply to US-based candidates. Ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, internal equity, and budget. Exact offers are calibrated by work location, individual candidate experience and skills relative to the defined job requirements.<\/p>\n

US Benefits:<\/strong> We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits. In the US, these include: 10 sick days, 10 US holidays, 20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure, medical insurance starting at $120 per month, dental starting at $7 per month, and vision starting at $5 per month, FSA for healthcare and commuter costs, a 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching, disability & life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles.<\/p>\n

**Standard of Professional Conduct:**The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way \u2013 our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.<\/p>\n

Commitment to Gender, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion:<\/strong> The IRC is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, respectful, and safe work environment where all persons are treated fairly, with dignity and respect. The IRC expressly prohibits and will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or bullying of the IRC persons in any work setting. We aim to increase the representation of women, people that are from country and communities we serve, and people who identify as races and ethnicities that are under-represented in global power structures.<\/p>\n

How to apply<\/h2>\n

https:\/\/careers.rescue.org\/us\/en\/job\/req54840\/Housing-Specialist<\/a><\/p>\n

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