Explore Rewarding Careers with the International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Kenya
Be part of a global movement committed to restoring health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people affected by conflict and disaster.
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is currently seeking dedicated professionals and volunteers to join its mission in Kenya. With operations spanning refugee camps and urban centers, IRC offers opportunities to create lasting impact in communities affected by crises. Our Kenya program is recruiting for the following eight positions. Read on to find the role that matches your passion and expertise.
1. Volunteer Nutritionist
Location: Hagadera, North-Eastern Kenya
Date Posted: 10/06/2025
Job Description:
The Volunteer Nutritionist will support the delivery of essential nutrition interventions including nutrition assessments, community outreach, health education, and capacity-building for caregivers. The role contributes to improving the nutritional status of vulnerable populations in refugee camps. Key tasks include assisting in nutrition screenings and supporting community health workers during food distribution and education sessions.
2. Senior Nutrition Officer
Location: Hagadera, North-Eastern Kenya
Date Posted: 10/06/2025
Job Description:
The Senior Nutrition Officer is responsible for overseeing the implementation of nutrition services in the Hagadera refugee camp. This includes program planning, supervision of staff, report preparation, and ensuring adherence to global nutrition standards. The officer will coordinate with the health team to integrate nutrition interventions into broader health services.
3. Volunteer Nurse – Child Welfare Clinic
Location: Kakuma, Rift Valley, Kenya
Date Posted: 10/06/2025
Job Description:
This position supports child welfare services at the clinic level. Duties include assisting with child growth monitoring, immunizations, health education for mothers, and follow-up of malnourished children. The Volunteer Nurse plays a vital role in early identification of child health concerns and in encouraging preventive healthcare.
4. Volunteer Clinical Officer
Location: Kakuma, Rift Valley, Kenya
Date Posted: 10/06/2025
Job Description:
The Volunteer Clinical Officer provides outpatient clinical services and supports emergency care within IRC-supported health facilities. Key duties include diagnosing and treating illnesses, referring patients as needed, and assisting in disease surveillance. This position enhances healthcare access for displaced populations.
5. Nurse
Location: Hagadera, North-Eastern Kenya
Date Posted: 04/06/2025
Job Description:
The Nurse delivers primary healthcare services, manages patient care, and participates in health promotion activities. Responsibilities include administering medications, recording patient data, and ensuring infection prevention protocols are followed. The position supports quality health service delivery in a humanitarian setting.
6. Crisis Analysis Adviser
Location: Two locations available
Date Posted: 02/06/2025
Job Description:
The Crisis Analysis Adviser provides expert analysis of emerging and ongoing crises to support program strategy and decision-making. This includes conflict monitoring, displacement trend analysis, and producing briefing materials. The role contributes to IRC’s global preparedness and response capability.
7. Protection Manager
Location: Hagadera, North-Eastern Kenya
Date Posted: 29/05/2025
Job Description:
The Protection Manager leads the implementation of protection programs focused on safeguarding the rights and wellbeing of refugees. Key responsibilities include staff management, case oversight, community engagement, and liaison with protection actors. This role ensures services are survivor-centered and meet international protection standards.
8. MEAL Coordinator (Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability & Learning)
Location: Two locations available
Date Posted: 28/04/2025
Job Description:
The MEAL Coordinator ensures that IRC’s programs are evidence-driven through effective monitoring, evaluation, learning, and accountability frameworks. This includes data collection, analysis, reporting, and developing tools for performance tracking. The role fosters adaptive learning to improve humanitarian outcomes.
