[Remote] Program Officer, Workforce Development

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a prominent humanitarian organization that addresses severe crises globally. The Program Officer, Workforce Development will support IRC’s Economic Empowerment programs by managing key workforce development initiatives and providing strategic support to the Economic Empowerment Technical Unit team.ResponsibilitiesProvide strategic support on a portfolio of key workforce development initiatives and special projects, primarily based in CaliforniaWork with workforce development stakeholders both internally and externally to stay abreast of trends, initiatives, pilots, and programs in workforce development, especially as it relates to serving refugees and immigrants and adult education programmingProvide guidance and support to Economic Empowerment program managers and staff across IRC offices on workforce development initiativesInitiate, develop, and grow partnership(s) with workforce development and adult education public and private sector stakeholdersSupport Economic Empowerment technical unit engagement with external facing IRC teams to facilitate fundraising and partnership developmentProvide support to partnership(s) with funders that are supporting IRC’s workforce development workServe as project manager to key grant-funded workforce development initiativesWith a high degree of independence, support work planning, resource development, data collection, reporting, and other activities in support of one or more workforce development projectsCoordinate and collaborate with IRC colleagues including the economic empowerment technical team, project partners and others to ensure that assigned projects are delivered in a high-quality, timely mannerSkillsUniversity degree in a relevant social science, public administration, community development, business, or a related field required; graduate degree in a related field an assetMinimum of 3-5 years of experience with progressive responsibility in implementation or administration of social service, economic development, or related programming in a non-profit or public contextMinimum of 3 years of experience working with workforce development partners such as Workforce Development Boards, American Job Centers, and industry partnersStrong understanding of adult education and adult learning principlesDemonstrated experience developing and delivering curriculum to English language learnersDemonstrated experience evaluating and managing program data in a non-profit environment requiredDemonstrated experience providing coordination and logistics support for special events requiredExcellent communication, teambuilding, and interpersonal skillsAbility to think strategically and creativelyStrong organizational skills with ability to juggle multiple tasks, set priorities, effectively manage time and meet deadlines, and proven ability to work under pressureExpertise in developing high-quality program tools for diverse populations requiredAbility to travel frequently throughout California requiredFamiliarity with healthcare career pathways and apprenticeship/pre-apprenticeship programs in an adult education context preferredExperience with the Efforts to Outcomes (ETO) database and advanced Microsoft Office Excel skills strongly preferredBased in California preferredBenefits10 sick days10 US holidays20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenureMedical insurance starting at $163 per monthDental starting at $6.50 per monthVision starting at $5 per monthFSA for healthcare and commuter costsA 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matchingDisability & life insuranceAn Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health strugglesCompany OverviewIRC responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises & helps some of the most vulnerable people from harm to home. It was founded in 1933, and is headquartered in New York, New York, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is http://www.rescue.org.Company H1B SponsorshipInternational Rescue Committee has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 2 in 2026, 15 in 2025, 13 in 2024, 20 in 2023, 17 in 2022, 13 in 2021, 9 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.