International Rescue Committee UK
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. IRC UK IRC UK is part of the IRC global network, which has its global headquarters in New York. Our team in the UK works to raise profile, deliver policy and practice change, and increase funding to help restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Since 2021, IRC UK has also provided integration services directly to refugees in the UK. In Europe, the IRC also has offices in Berlin, Bonn, Brussels, Geneva and Stockholm. The Purpose of the Role IRC s External Relations (ER) department brings together Fundraising, Communications and Policy & Advocacy functions. With the aim to raise money, awareness and influence for crisis-affected populations worldwide, the department combines knowledge and expertise across multiple national markets. The IRC fundraising teams are comprised of colleagues and teams working in the USA, UK, Germany, Sweden and Korea as well as emerging markets delivering direct marketing, content, account management, philanthropy, board liaison, corporate as well as trust and foundation partnerships to support IRC s national fundraising strategies. The IRC s private fundraising capability in the UK has grown significantly over the past five years. Ambitious growth plans are in place to deliver increasing income from the private sector as part of an exciting global External Relations strategy. The Director of UK Mass Markets is responsible for the leadership and direction of the Mass Markets team in the UK and for securing long-term sustainable income for the IRC through individual donor acquisition, retention and supporter care. You will lead and develop a high-performing team by growing mass marketing audiences and income, developing exciting and targeted campaigns, identifying opportunities for product, channel and audience diversification, and championing UX and a supporter centric fundraising model. The Director will also serve as a key partner to the UK Executive Director as they facilitate cross-team collaboration, accountability and success among all private fundraising teams in the UK (Philanthropy, Global Corporate Partnerships, Foundations & Trusts and Mass Markets). The Director will play a leadership role in IRC UK more widely as a member of the UK Senior Management Team (UKSMT). The UKSMT is collectively responsible for achieving the cross-functional goals of IRC UK s strategy and actively fostering an inclusive workplace at IRC UK. This role is responsible for: I. Securing significant and sustainable funding in the UK for IRC s work II. Leading strategic activities that support IRC s mass market fundraising presence including campaigns for the End-of-Year, World Refugee Day and emergencies Scope and Authority This position has responsibility for delivering the UK Mass Market team strategy and targets and Supporter Care within the overarching Global Mass Markets strategy and UK Strategic Plan. Responsibility for Resources: This post will have responsibility for three direct reports (1x Senior Acquisition Marketing Manager, 1 x Retention Marketing Manager, 1 x Donor Services Assistant) and a substantial expenditure budget. The role is part of the global Mass Markets team and is matrix managed by the Executive Director in the UK and the Global Vice President of Mass Markets. Key Working Relationships Internal: • Counterparts and senior leads in global Mass Markets team • UK SMT: Directors of Strategy and Delivery, Communications, Advocacy, Philanthropy, Finance, People and Culture, Awards Management • Global peer-level team: Directors and Heads of Mass Markets for Korea, Germany, Sweden, USA and Global Mass Market Support Leads • Digital team members (UK and global) • Global Creative Studio and Brand • Senior Director for Retention • International Operations team, incl. data & analytics roles Key Accountabilities Aligned to the overall Global External Relations Strategy, develop, implement, monitor and report on IRC UK s fundraising and supporter engagement strategy. Lead fundraising campaigns (acquisition, retention, mid-level) that deliver unrestricted income to enable IRC s work. Channels include e-mail, direct mail, inserts, Facebook advertising, new forms of social media, and adwords, as well as telemarketing etc. Develop a supporter engagement programme that focusses on developing and deepening long-term relationships and drives retention rates. Develop and deliver an innovation programme, ensuring fundraising products and activity are at the forefront of the UK sector and allow IRC to cut through to new audiences. Deliver outstanding supporter services, ensuring supporter interactions are dealt with professionally and appropriately. Contribute strongly to overall Global External Relations strategy and budget development during the budgeting and investment request process. Lead, inspire, develop and performance manage the UK Mass Markets team. Ensure effective collaboration between the UK-based leads of the Foundations and Trusts, Global Corporate Partnerships, and Mass Markets teams, in executing comprehensive, aligned donor engagement strategies across the UK. Collaborate with other UK leaders on the UK Senior Management Team, holding collective accountability for achieving the goals of the UK strategy and advising on the wider management of IRC UK to support those goals. Reporting to the UK Board of Trustees, including presentations to the full Board and the External Relations Committee as required. Representing IRC in the Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC) Fundraising Directors group. Be the senior contact for all mass marketing partnerships with third party supplies. Act as senior voice in cross-market working groups and committees. Network and build external profile of the IRC UK Mass Markets team by attending relevant fundraising and sector events, and building other external stakeholder relationships. Input into effective risk management of mass marketing income by accurately assessing opportunities, threats, strengths and weaknesses on a regular basis, and iterating the programme based on results. Accurately forecast, monitor and report on income and expenditure budget lines. Keep up to date with sector developments in individual giving, digital fundraising to ensure IRC is at the forefront of fundraising developments. Work closely with Mass Markets team in other national markets (i.e. Korea, Germany, Sweden, US) and the International Operations team to ensure all engagement is coordinated, and where appropriate, synchronised. Skills, Knowledge and Qualifications: Driven, motivated and proactive with a solutions-based attitude and resilient in the face of setbacks. Proven ability to manage, meet and monitor fundraising budgets and Key Performance Indicators. Excellent organisational skills, especially the ability to manage a complex, varied and substantial workload. Ability to understand legal frameworks and requirements, and implications of decisions in the best interest of the charity. Excellent verbal and written English and the ability to produce well designed and high-quality proposals and reports. Institute of Fundraising, Cass or comparable qualifications would be an advantage. Experience: Extensive experience of individual giving (or mass marketing) and digital fundraising and ideally, mid value and legacy giving, within a large or medium global charity, including a proven track record of both acquisition and retention. Launching new channels and products with success. Comprehensive understanding and experience of audience and donor segmentation, analytical modelling such as LTV and use of insights to drive strategy and performance. Experience and understanding of creative process and relationship with brand identity through different channels and audiences. Proven track record of success in a leadership, line management, recruitment, performance management and talent retention. Demonstrated history of being an empowering and supportive manager to front-line fundraisers. Experience working for a centralised, international organisation would be a strong advantage. Experience using Salesforce an advantage. Criteria in the Person Specification marked with are the minimum criteria in line with our commitments under the Disability Confident Employer Scheme in the UK. UK based candidates who state that they have a disability and meet these criteria, will be invited to interview.
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. IRC UK IRC UK is part of the IRC global network, which has its global headquarters in New York. Our team in the UK works to raise profile, deliver policy and practice change, and increase funding to help restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Since 2021, IRC UK has also provided integration services directly to refugees in the UK. In Europe, the IRC also has offices in Berlin, Bonn, Brussels, Geneva and Stockholm. The Purpose of the Role IRC s External Relations (ER) department brings together Fundraising, Communications and Policy & Advocacy functions. With the aim to raise money, awareness and influence for crisis-affected populations worldwide, the department combines knowledge and expertise across multiple national markets. The IRC fundraising teams are comprised of colleagues and teams working in the USA, UK, Germany, Sweden and Korea as well as emerging markets delivering direct marketing, content, account management, philanthropy, board liaison, corporate as well as trust and foundation partnerships to support IRC s national fundraising strategies. The IRC s private fundraising capability in the UK has grown significantly over the past five years. Ambitious growth plans are in place to deliver increasing income from the private sector as part of an exciting global External Relations strategy. The Director of UK Mass Markets is responsible for the leadership and direction of the Mass Markets team in the UK and for securing long-term sustainable income for the IRC through individual donor acquisition, retention and supporter care. You will lead and develop a high-performing team by growing mass marketing audiences and income, developing exciting and targeted campaigns, identifying opportunities for product, channel and audience diversification, and championing UX and a supporter centric fundraising model. The Director will also serve as a key partner to the UK Executive Director as they facilitate cross-team collaboration, accountability and success among all private fundraising teams in the UK (Philanthropy, Global Corporate Partnerships, Foundations & Trusts and Mass Markets). The Director will play a leadership role in IRC UK more widely as a member of the UK Senior Management Team (UKSMT). The UKSMT is collectively responsible for achieving the cross-functional goals of IRC UK s strategy and actively fostering an inclusive workplace at IRC UK. This role is responsible for: I. Securing significant and sustainable funding in the UK for IRC s work II. Leading strategic activities that support IRC s mass market fundraising presence including campaigns for the End-of-Year, World Refugee Day and emergencies Scope and Authority This position has responsibility for delivering the UK Mass Market team strategy and targets and Supporter Care within the overarching Global Mass Markets strategy and UK Strategic Plan. Responsibility for Resources: This post will have responsibility for three direct reports (1x Senior Acquisition Marketing Manager, 1 x Retention Marketing Manager, 1 x Donor Services Assistant) and a substantial expenditure budget. The role is part of the global Mass Markets team and is matrix managed by the Executive Director in the UK and the Global Vice President of Mass Markets. Key Working Relationships Internal: • Counterparts and senior leads in global Mass Markets team • UK SMT: Directors of Strategy and Delivery, Communications, Advocacy, Philanthropy, Finance, People and Culture, Awards Management • Global peer-level team: Directors and Heads of Mass Markets for Korea, Germany, Sweden, USA and Global Mass Market Support Leads • Digital team members (UK and global) • Global Creative Studio and Brand • Senior Director for Retention • International Operations team, incl. data & analytics roles Key Accountabilities Aligned to the overall Global External Relations Strategy, develop, implement, monitor and report on IRC UK s fundraising and supporter engagement strategy. Lead fundraising campaigns (acquisition, retention, mid-level) that deliver unrestricted income to enable IRC s work. Channels include e-mail, direct mail, inserts, Facebook advertising, new forms of social media, and adwords, as well as telemarketing etc. Develop a supporter engagement programme that focusses on developing and deepening long-term relationships and drives retention rates. Develop and deliver an innovation programme, ensuring fundraising products and activity are at the forefront of the UK sector and allow IRC to cut through to new audiences. Deliver outstanding supporter services, ensuring supporter interactions are dealt with professionally and appropriately. Contribute strongly to overall Global External Relations strategy and budget development during the budgeting and investment request process. Lead, inspire, develop and performance manage the UK Mass Markets team. Ensure effective collaboration between the UK-based leads of the Foundations and Trusts, Global Corporate Partnerships, and Mass Markets teams, in executing comprehensive, aligned donor engagement strategies across the UK. Collaborate with other UK leaders on the UK Senior Management Team, holding collective accountability for achieving the goals of the UK strategy and advising on the wider management of IRC UK to support those goals. Reporting to the UK Board of Trustees, including presentations to the full Board and the External Relations Committee as required. Representing IRC in the Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC) Fundraising Directors group. Be the senior contact for all mass marketing partnerships with third party supplies. Act as senior voice in cross-market working groups and committees. Network and build external profile of the IRC UK Mass Markets team by attending relevant fundraising and sector events, and building other external stakeholder relationships. Input into effective risk management of mass marketing income by accurately assessing opportunities, threats, strengths and weaknesses on a regular basis, and iterating the programme based on results. Accurately forecast, monitor and report on income and expenditure budget lines. Keep up to date with sector developments in individual giving, digital fundraising to ensure IRC is at the forefront of fundraising developments. Work closely with Mass Markets team in other national markets (i.e. Korea, Germany, Sweden, US) and the International Operations team to ensure all engagement is coordinated, and where appropriate, synchronised. Skills, Knowledge and Qualifications: Driven, motivated and proactive with a solutions-based attitude and resilient in the face of setbacks. Proven ability to manage, meet and monitor fundraising budgets and Key Performance Indicators. Excellent organisational skills, especially the ability to manage a complex, varied and substantial workload. Ability to understand legal frameworks and requirements, and implications of decisions in the best interest of the charity. Excellent verbal and written English and the ability to produce well designed and high-quality proposals and reports. Institute of Fundraising, Cass or comparable qualifications would be an advantage. Experience: Extensive experience of individual giving (or mass marketing) and digital fundraising and ideally, mid value and legacy giving, within a large or medium global charity, including a proven track record of both acquisition and retention. Launching new channels and products with success. Comprehensive understanding and experience of audience and donor segmentation, analytical modelling such as LTV and use of insights to drive strategy and performance. Experience and understanding of creative process and relationship with brand identity through different channels and audiences. Proven track record of success in a leadership, line management, recruitment, performance management and talent retention. Demonstrated history of being an empowering and supportive manager to front-line fundraisers. Experience working for a centralised, international organisation would be a strong advantage. Experience using Salesforce an advantage. Criteria in the Person Specification marked with are the minimum criteria in line with our commitments under the Disability Confident Employer Scheme in the UK. UK based candidates who state that they have a disability and meet these criteria, will be invited to interview.
International Rescue Committee UK
Background 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 humanitarian organizations, 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. IRC UK IRC UK is part of the IRC global network, which has its global headquarters in New York. Our team in the UK works to raise profile, deliver policy and practice change, and increase funding to help restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Since 2021, IRC UK has also provided integration services directly to refugees in England. In Europe, the IRC also has offices in Berlin, Bonn, Brussels, Geneva and Stockholm. Job Overview/Summary The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is looking for an Associate Director for foundation partnerships across Europe based in the UK. Embedded in the Global Foundation & Trusts (F&T) team within the External Relations department responsible for the organization s communication, fundraising and advocacy work, this position plays a key role in enabling the growth of the IRC s F&T income and profile in the UK and across Europe. Using an ROI focused, transnational approach, the role aims to establish a robust pipeline of European foundations most relevant to the IRC and build sustainable, multi-year F&T partnerships with top European foundations. Key Accountabilities Develop and implement cultivation strategies for foundation partnerships across Europe that contribute to IRC s F&T s revenue target and align with the wider IRC External Relations strategy; Lead on existing partnerships, including direct strategic planning with donors, and proposal and report submissions, as well as collaboration with internal partners for effective grants management; Proactively contact foundation prospects, establish initial relationships as well as re-actively responds to incoming requests; Personally solicit and secure 6 to 7+ figure income from European foundations, with the aim of establishing long-term relationships; Collaborate with relevant teams and support functions at IRC s US-based HQ and IRC entities in Europe to ensure best-in-class new business outreach and account management; Synthesize the IRC s programs into clear, compelling presentations, proposals, and reports for private sector audiences, positioning IRC as the go-to partner in the humanitarian sector; Remain up to date with the latest trends in the European foundation landscape, ensuring that the IRC s partnership proposition remains compelling and competitive; Represent IRC s F&T team effectively in related fora; Ensure open and relevant communication is maintained between the IRC and our foundation partners; Maintain clear CRM records for the portfolio that contribute to comprehensive tracking/reporting on IPP s client universe; and Collaborate across other External Relations teams on initiatives that span departments to include but not be limited to our joint dedication to a diverse, positive and inclusive work environment. Key Working Relationships Position Reports to: Director, Global Foundation Partnerships (Europe-based) Person Specification Essential Qualifications: Work Experience: Strong experience with non-profit high-value fundraising experience with Corporates, Foundations or HNWI, ideally within a large or medium-sized charity. A proven track record of managing and developing high-level foundation partnerships to mutual benefit and securing new multi-year partnerships at a 6 to 7+ figure income level. Demonstrated Skills and Competencies: Experience of working to, and meeting, ambitious revenue goals and performance indicators, as well as participating in financial projections, reporting, and scenario planning; Ability to translate an organization s strategy and objectives into operational delivery and, at times, respond quickly to changes in short-term priorities; Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to produce high-quality pitches, proposals and reports; Proven knowledge of private sector philanthropy processes, and the particular issues affecting the foundation sector in Europe; Understanding of the internal support processes required to deliver effective institutional funder relationships; Demonstrated ability to maintain positive, collaborative, productive relationships with staff at all levels and geographies, including with senior leaders; Strong intercultural communication skills; proven ability to work effectively with people from other cultural backgrounds; Proficient networker with the ability to represent the organization externally at a senior level and to convey complex ideas in a clear, compelling manner; Good judgment in maintaining confidentiality of donor information; Driven, motivated and proactive with a solutions-based attitude and resilient in the face of setbacks; Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills, with an ability to devise creative solutions to sophisticated problems and issues; Excellent organizational skills, especially the ability to manage a complex, varied and substantial workload; Passion for the IRC s mission and dedication to private sector partnerships; and Dedication to fundraising for international development, human rights, social justice and global refugee and migrant communities. Desired Qualifications: Proficiency in English required. Excellent knowledge of the following languages would be decisive asset: Dutch, French and/or Swedish. CRM experience Salesforce preferred.
Background 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 humanitarian organizations, 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. IRC UK IRC UK is part of the IRC global network, which has its global headquarters in New York. Our team in the UK works to raise profile, deliver policy and practice change, and increase funding to help restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Since 2021, IRC UK has also provided integration services directly to refugees in England. In Europe, the IRC also has offices in Berlin, Bonn, Brussels, Geneva and Stockholm. Job Overview/Summary The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is looking for an Associate Director for foundation partnerships across Europe based in the UK. Embedded in the Global Foundation & Trusts (F&T) team within the External Relations department responsible for the organization s communication, fundraising and advocacy work, this position plays a key role in enabling the growth of the IRC s F&T income and profile in the UK and across Europe. Using an ROI focused, transnational approach, the role aims to establish a robust pipeline of European foundations most relevant to the IRC and build sustainable, multi-year F&T partnerships with top European foundations. Key Accountabilities Develop and implement cultivation strategies for foundation partnerships across Europe that contribute to IRC s F&T s revenue target and align with the wider IRC External Relations strategy; Lead on existing partnerships, including direct strategic planning with donors, and proposal and report submissions, as well as collaboration with internal partners for effective grants management; Proactively contact foundation prospects, establish initial relationships as well as re-actively responds to incoming requests; Personally solicit and secure 6 to 7+ figure income from European foundations, with the aim of establishing long-term relationships; Collaborate with relevant teams and support functions at IRC s US-based HQ and IRC entities in Europe to ensure best-in-class new business outreach and account management; Synthesize the IRC s programs into clear, compelling presentations, proposals, and reports for private sector audiences, positioning IRC as the go-to partner in the humanitarian sector; Remain up to date with the latest trends in the European foundation landscape, ensuring that the IRC s partnership proposition remains compelling and competitive; Represent IRC s F&T team effectively in related fora; Ensure open and relevant communication is maintained between the IRC and our foundation partners; Maintain clear CRM records for the portfolio that contribute to comprehensive tracking/reporting on IPP s client universe; and Collaborate across other External Relations teams on initiatives that span departments to include but not be limited to our joint dedication to a diverse, positive and inclusive work environment. Key Working Relationships Position Reports to: Director, Global Foundation Partnerships (Europe-based) Person Specification Essential Qualifications: Work Experience: Strong experience with non-profit high-value fundraising experience with Corporates, Foundations or HNWI, ideally within a large or medium-sized charity. A proven track record of managing and developing high-level foundation partnerships to mutual benefit and securing new multi-year partnerships at a 6 to 7+ figure income level. Demonstrated Skills and Competencies: Experience of working to, and meeting, ambitious revenue goals and performance indicators, as well as participating in financial projections, reporting, and scenario planning; Ability to translate an organization s strategy and objectives into operational delivery and, at times, respond quickly to changes in short-term priorities; Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to produce high-quality pitches, proposals and reports; Proven knowledge of private sector philanthropy processes, and the particular issues affecting the foundation sector in Europe; Understanding of the internal support processes required to deliver effective institutional funder relationships; Demonstrated ability to maintain positive, collaborative, productive relationships with staff at all levels and geographies, including with senior leaders; Strong intercultural communication skills; proven ability to work effectively with people from other cultural backgrounds; Proficient networker with the ability to represent the organization externally at a senior level and to convey complex ideas in a clear, compelling manner; Good judgment in maintaining confidentiality of donor information; Driven, motivated and proactive with a solutions-based attitude and resilient in the face of setbacks; Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills, with an ability to devise creative solutions to sophisticated problems and issues; Excellent organizational skills, especially the ability to manage a complex, varied and substantial workload; Passion for the IRC s mission and dedication to private sector partnerships; and Dedication to fundraising for international development, human rights, social justice and global refugee and migrant communities. Desired Qualifications: Proficiency in English required. Excellent knowledge of the following languages would be decisive asset: Dutch, French and/or Swedish. CRM experience Salesforce preferred.
International Rescue Committee UK
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. The Global Advocacy & Influence Department is a dynamic team that uses the power of IRC s ideas to solve the biggest challenges facing IRC s clients. From the drivers of conflict to the needs displaced people, the team partners with politicians, policy makers and civil society to bring these solutions to life. We take pride in being solutions-oriented and creative. We are precise in our tactics, and messages. We lead change year over year, knowing that system change takes dedicated focus while maintaining the flexibility to respond to emerging needs. Finally, we are collaborative, working not only with programs, strategy, research and innovation, and communications teams across the IRC, but also externally, constantly seeking to new ideas and perspectives from others in the humanitarian sector and beyond. IRC UK IRC UK is part of the IRC global network, which has its global headquarters in New York. Our team in the UK works to raise profile, deliver policy and practice change, and increase funding to help restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Since 2021, IRC UK has also provided integration services directly to refugees in England, a programme that is rapidly growing. In Europe, the IRC also has offices in Berlin, Bonn, Brussels, Geneva and Stockholm. Job Overview As the Advocacy Manager, you are responsible for crafting our influence strategies on refugee issues, using IRC s programmatic and research evidence, surgical policy and practice solutions, and trusted brand to inspire collective action. You are the go-to expert for understanding current political and policy trends in the UK and how our policies support or clash with political agendas. You contribute your fresh insights and analysis to inform IRC s influence approaches, tactics, and messages. Major Responsibilities: • Advocacy Strategy: Lead and deliver advocacy strategies, collaborating with policy leads, public advocacy and communications colleagues, to advance IRC s key advocacy objectives. • Influence Analysis: Develop power maps for key policy issues to identify influence priorities and targets. Work with team to support development and execution of creative influence strategies, including with nontraditional partners encouraging IRC to develop innovative approaches to advocacy as usual. • Stakeholder management: Support efforts to build IRC s credibility, profile and relationships by engaging with political stakeholders and supporting opportunities to raise IRC s profile at key meetings and events. • Political and Policy Tracking. Expand IRC s political reach by tracking and analysing shifting government positions, individuals engaging on our issues, and the politics around our issues. Translate policy asks into political asks. Track political processes and profile opportunities / events; including bills, select committee inquiries, and other parliamentary and political developments. Analyse and report on relevant political and policy trends and regularly communicate across external relations teams. • Policy Engagement: Contribute to policy generation by providing UK specific analysis that increases the credibility and efficacy of our solutions. Support IRC s policy team in identifying and developing policy priorities that are impactful and achievable for the UK. • Communications: Provide market and audience expertise to communications team to craft public advocacy in the UK. Support team in developing communications strategy and develop materials for advocacy targets, including digital/social content and take actions. Support planning and implementation of strategic activities including events. • Spokesperson: Act as an IRC spokesperson and as a key interlocutor with political stakeholders. • Teamwork: Support a positive team culture by acting openly and collaboratively, supporting colleagues in their work and sharing credit with others where appropriate. • Steward Gender Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: both in the culture of IRC, as well as through a client-led approach to our policy solutions and influencing work. Key Working Relationships: Position reports to: UK Advocacy Director Internal contacts: Policy and Advocacy colleagues, Communications, Technical Excellence leads; International Programs leads, President s Office, External Relations Department External contacts: Parliamentarians, government officials, key opinion formers, think tanks and sector colleagues in the UK. Job Requirements: Work experience: • Demonstrated experience in advocacy strategy development with a focus on creativity, strategy, and critical thinking. 5-7 years of experience working on refugee issues. Demonstrated skills and competencies: • Proven success in creating and implementing strategies that influence/impact on legislative and executive policy. • Deep understanding of relevant the UK s political structures and processes, and familiar with leverage points within these institutions that can be targeted to achieve policy change objectives. • Ability to think strategically and creatively, being oriented towards solutions when traditional advocacy means do not suffice. • Extensive knowledge of refugee issues in the UK. • Demonstrated ability to communicate and collaborate successfully with experts, high level decision-makers, and colleagues in the refugee fields. • Experience in refugee-led advocacy is an asset. • Excellent writing skills and the ability to translate sophisticated material and data into coherent narratives that resonate with policymakers. • Strong network of influencers and policy makers in the UK. • Ability to work quickly against deadlines. • Initiative and ability to work independently on fast-paced issues, and balance competing demands.
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. The Global Advocacy & Influence Department is a dynamic team that uses the power of IRC s ideas to solve the biggest challenges facing IRC s clients. From the drivers of conflict to the needs displaced people, the team partners with politicians, policy makers and civil society to bring these solutions to life. We take pride in being solutions-oriented and creative. We are precise in our tactics, and messages. We lead change year over year, knowing that system change takes dedicated focus while maintaining the flexibility to respond to emerging needs. Finally, we are collaborative, working not only with programs, strategy, research and innovation, and communications teams across the IRC, but also externally, constantly seeking to new ideas and perspectives from others in the humanitarian sector and beyond. IRC UK IRC UK is part of the IRC global network, which has its global headquarters in New York. Our team in the UK works to raise profile, deliver policy and practice change, and increase funding to help restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Since 2021, IRC UK has also provided integration services directly to refugees in England, a programme that is rapidly growing. In Europe, the IRC also has offices in Berlin, Bonn, Brussels, Geneva and Stockholm. Job Overview As the Advocacy Manager, you are responsible for crafting our influence strategies on refugee issues, using IRC s programmatic and research evidence, surgical policy and practice solutions, and trusted brand to inspire collective action. You are the go-to expert for understanding current political and policy trends in the UK and how our policies support or clash with political agendas. You contribute your fresh insights and analysis to inform IRC s influence approaches, tactics, and messages. Major Responsibilities: • Advocacy Strategy: Lead and deliver advocacy strategies, collaborating with policy leads, public advocacy and communications colleagues, to advance IRC s key advocacy objectives. • Influence Analysis: Develop power maps for key policy issues to identify influence priorities and targets. Work with team to support development and execution of creative influence strategies, including with nontraditional partners encouraging IRC to develop innovative approaches to advocacy as usual. • Stakeholder management: Support efforts to build IRC s credibility, profile and relationships by engaging with political stakeholders and supporting opportunities to raise IRC s profile at key meetings and events. • Political and Policy Tracking. Expand IRC s political reach by tracking and analysing shifting government positions, individuals engaging on our issues, and the politics around our issues. Translate policy asks into political asks. Track political processes and profile opportunities / events; including bills, select committee inquiries, and other parliamentary and political developments. Analyse and report on relevant political and policy trends and regularly communicate across external relations teams. • Policy Engagement: Contribute to policy generation by providing UK specific analysis that increases the credibility and efficacy of our solutions. Support IRC s policy team in identifying and developing policy priorities that are impactful and achievable for the UK. • Communications: Provide market and audience expertise to communications team to craft public advocacy in the UK. Support team in developing communications strategy and develop materials for advocacy targets, including digital/social content and take actions. Support planning and implementation of strategic activities including events. • Spokesperson: Act as an IRC spokesperson and as a key interlocutor with political stakeholders. • Teamwork: Support a positive team culture by acting openly and collaboratively, supporting colleagues in their work and sharing credit with others where appropriate. • Steward Gender Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: both in the culture of IRC, as well as through a client-led approach to our policy solutions and influencing work. Key Working Relationships: Position reports to: UK Advocacy Director Internal contacts: Policy and Advocacy colleagues, Communications, Technical Excellence leads; International Programs leads, President s Office, External Relations Department External contacts: Parliamentarians, government officials, key opinion formers, think tanks and sector colleagues in the UK. Job Requirements: Work experience: • Demonstrated experience in advocacy strategy development with a focus on creativity, strategy, and critical thinking. 5-7 years of experience working on refugee issues. Demonstrated skills and competencies: • Proven success in creating and implementing strategies that influence/impact on legislative and executive policy. • Deep understanding of relevant the UK s political structures and processes, and familiar with leverage points within these institutions that can be targeted to achieve policy change objectives. • Ability to think strategically and creatively, being oriented towards solutions when traditional advocacy means do not suffice. • Extensive knowledge of refugee issues in the UK. • Demonstrated ability to communicate and collaborate successfully with experts, high level decision-makers, and colleagues in the refugee fields. • Experience in refugee-led advocacy is an asset. • Excellent writing skills and the ability to translate sophisticated material and data into coherent narratives that resonate with policymakers. • Strong network of influencers and policy makers in the UK. • Ability to work quickly against deadlines. • Initiative and ability to work independently on fast-paced issues, and balance competing demands.
