Emergency Preparedness and Response Manager - Internal Only

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The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future. CONTEXTUAL BACKGROUND The IRC has been present in Nigeria since 2012 when the organization responded to flooding in Kogi state. In February 2014 the IRC moved into Adamawa State in NE Nigeria to provide humanitarian interventions through a multi-sectoral, integrated approach for conflict affected populations. IRC Nigeria now operates a country office in Abuja and field offices in Mubi and Yola of Adamawa State, Maiduguri and Monguno of Borno state and Damaturu of Yobe State. Currently, IRC Nigeria implements programs primary health care, nutrition, environmental health, women's protection and empowerment, protection, child protection, education, food security & livelihoods. Job Overview/Summary The Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR) Manager will provide operational, technical, and coordination support to the Emergency Preparedness and Response Coordinator (EPRCo) in the planning, implementation, and monitoring of emergency preparedness and response activities. The EPR Manager will actively contribute to strengthening IRC's readiness to respond to emergencies and ensure timely, effective, and high-quality interventions. In this capacity, the EPR Manager will support the EPRCo in conducting key preparedness and response functions, including risk analysis, contingency planning, emergency assessments, response design, and implementation. The role will also involve working closely with sector teams, operations, and partners to ensure integrated and efficient program delivery. In the absence of the EPRCo, or upon delegation, the EPR Manager will assume a leadership role and be responsible for overseeing emergency preparedness and response activities. This includes providing strategic direction, coordinating emergency response efforts, representing the organization in relevant coordination forums, and ensuring alignment with IRC standards, humanitarian principles, and donor requirements. The EPR Manager will ensure continuity of operations during emergencies, support rapid decision-making, and maintain effective coordination both internally and externally. The role also requires proactive engagement in resource mobilization, reporting, and learning processes to strengthen the overall emergency response capacity of the country program. The Emergency Preparedness and Response (EPR) Manager is responsible for leading and coordinating the IRC's emergency preparedness, contingency planning, and rapid response interventions. The role ensures timely, effective, and principled humanitarian responses to emergencies, aligned with IRC standards, donor requirements, and international humanitarian frameworks. Major Responsibilities The Emergency preparedness and Response manager will support the EPRCo in conducting the following activities and lead whenever the EPRCo is not available or through delegation by the EPRCo. Emergency Preparedness Support the EPRCo in leading the development, review, and implementation of country-level emergency preparedness plans. Conduct regular risk analysis, hazard mapping, and scenario planning. Coordinate contingency planning across sectors (health, WASH, protection, ERD, nutrition). Strengthen early warning systems and preparedness mechanisms. Build staff capacity in emergency preparedness through training and simulations. Emergency Response Management Lead or coordinate rapid needs assessments in emergency situations. Develop response strategies, including defining priorities, target populations, and modalities. Ensure timely implementation of emergency projects in line with IRC standards. Provide leadership during emergency activation and scale-up phases. Coordinate emergency response teams and surge staff deployment. Program Quality & Implementation Ensure all emergency interventions adhere to humanitarian principles (humanity, neutrality, impartiality, independence). Monitor program quality, relevance, and accountability. Integrate cross-cutting issues such as gender, protection, safeguarding, and inclusion. Ensure compliance with IRC technical standards and sector guidelines. Coordination & Representation Represents IRC in national and sub-national emergency coordination forums (e.g., clusters, working groups). St

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