People & Culture Coordinator – Emergency Unit

About the role

The People & Culture Coordinator for the Emergency Unit supports the International Rescue Committee’s rapid humanitarian response by delivering agile, compliant, and people‑centered HR services. Reporting to the People & Culture Director, Emergency Unit, the role works closely with emergency teams, country programs, and global HR experts to translate response priorities into practical people solutions.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and support implementation of Emergency Unit People & Culture priorities, workplans, and cross‑functional projects aligned with the unit’s strategy.
• Manage multi‑step HR initiatives end‑to‑end, including planning, stakeholder coordination, execution, documentation, and follow‑up.
• Ensure HR data integrity and HRIS accuracy across emergency locations.
• Contribute to the development, adaptation, and continuous improvement of emergency HR policies and practices.
• Provide surge support with 10–20% travel to response sites as needed.

Required profile

• Professional experience in People & Culture or Human Resources, preferably in humanitarian or high‑risk environments.
• Strong coordination and stakeholder‑management abilities.
• Sound judgment and capacity to work effectively in fast‑paced, evolving contexts.
• Adaptability, collaborative mindset, and a solutions‑oriented approach.

Required skills

• HRIS management and data integrity.

What we offer

• Opportunity to impact millions of lives through humanitarian work.
• Dynamic, mission‑driven environment with global reach.
• Professional development within a leading international NGO.