About the Job

Deputy Director of the Child Protection Alliance, Global

Organization: International Rescue Committee (IRC)

Location: United Kingdom or Kenya (Remote)

Assignment Length: Through March 31, 2027

Schedule: Part-time, 32 hours per week

Potential for future full-time extension pending funding approval

Organization Overview

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is an international humanitarian organization operating in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities.

The Child Protection Alliance is a global inter-agency network of more than 370 organizations focused on protecting children from abuse, neglect, exploitation, and violence in humanitarian settings.

The Alliance serves as a leading platform for child protection standards, technical guidance, learning, and advocacy.

Position Overview

The Deputy Director will provide strategic and operational leadership in support of the Alliance Director.

The role focuses on governance, technical quality, partnerships, multisector collaboration, and organizational alignment across the Alliance and IRC’s child protection objectives.

The position also supports operational coordination, technical oversight, fundraising, and external engagement activities.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Governance

Support development and implementation of Alliance strategy and workplans

Lead designated strategic workstreams

Strengthen alignment between Alliance priorities and IRC initiatives

Support Executive Committee and Steering Committee governance activities

Management, Coordination & Convening

Coordinate working groups, initiatives, and task forces

Support collaboration and information-sharing across Alliance members

Lead planning and delivery of the Annual Meeting for Child Protection in Humanitarian Action

Support internal governance, planning, and fundraising activities

Assist with day-to-day oversight of the Alliance Secretariat

Technical Leadership & Quality Assurance

Provide oversight to technical working groups and initiatives

Support identification of sector-wide technical priorities and gaps

Oversee review and approval processes for technical and advocacy outputs

Promote inclusion of local and national member perspectives

Partnerships, Advocacy & External Engagement

Build and maintain partnerships with UN agencies, NGOs, donors, academic institutions, and private-sector stakeholders

Support global and regional advocacy initiatives

Assist with communications and engagement strategies

Leverage strategic partnerships to strengthen child protection priorities

Research, Learning & Multisectoral Engagement

Support research and learning agendas

Promote dissemination and implementation of guidance and evidence

Share learning across IRC and Alliance networks

Resource Mobilization & Financial Coordination

Support fundraising initiatives aligned with Alliance priorities

Coordinate financial and operational collaboration with partners and co-hosts

Professional Profile

Minimum 10 years of professional experience

At least 5 years in senior management or deputy leadership roles

Experience within international organizations, alliances, coalitions, or networks strongly preferred

Demonstrated experience supporting executive leadership and governance structures

Strong partnership-building and stakeholder management skills

Experience operating in politically sensitive or complex environments

Commitment to equity, inclusion, and humanitarian values

Skills & Competencies

Strong communication and stakeholder engagement abilities

Strong organizational and time management skills

Ability to synthesize complex information clearly

Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities

Experience working within matrixed global organizations

Ability to motivate and coordinate volunteers and partners

Adaptability and proactive leadership approach

Education & Language Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Sciences, Child Rights, Development Studies, Social Work, or a related field required

Excellent written and spoken English required

Additional proficiency in Arabic, French, or Spanish preferred

Working Environment

Remote position open to candidates who are nationals or permanent residents of the UK or Kenya

Standard office working environment

Up to 20% international travel may be required

Compensation

UK salary range: £58,736 – £68,256

Compensation may vary based on labor market, location, experience, and internal equity considerations

Professional Standards

IRC employees are required to follow organizational standards related to integrity, safeguarding, equality, accountability, and protection from retaliation.

Application Information

Applications can be submitted through the organization’s career portal:
https://theirc.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/External_Careers/job/Nairobi-IHUB-Kenya/Deputy-Director-of-the-Child-Protection-Alliance--Global_JR00003218

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