Economic Recovery & Development Officer

About the role

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking a dynamic Economic Recovery & Development Officer to expand cash assistance programming in Myanmar. You will work closely with the ERD Manager and local partners to deliver cash for food and multi-purpose assistance to crisis‑affected communities, ensuring dignity and resilience.

Key responsibilities

• Support the program manager in field activities such as community consultations, assessment data collection, beneficiary registration and distribution monitoring.
• Maintain accurate program documentation, including assessment reports, distribution records, work plans and achievement reports.
• Coordinate with finance focal points for expense requests and liquidation processes.
• Engage community leaders to identify households in need of humanitarian assistance.
• Arrange technical training on data collection, CVA concepts, financial literacy and Learn‑to‑Earn modules.
• Assist in mapping local partners and financial service providers.
• Conduct market price monitoring and functionality assessments as required.
• Monitor partner field implementation and report key findings.
• Validate assessment and registration data.

Required profile

• Experience working in humanitarian cash assistance or economic recovery programs.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to collaborate with local partners, community leaders and multi‑sector teams.
• Flexibility to work in field settings across Myanmar.

Required skills