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Sage

Deployment Manager

New York, NY · On-site

$145K - $165K/yr

And yet, fall prevention and emergency response systems for older adults are archaic and ... Coordinate deployment logistics - scheduling, staffing, materials procurement, and vendor ...

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CITY OF BELLAIRE

PARAMEDIC

Bellaire, TX

$20.88 - $24.27/hr

Perform routine cleaning, stocking, and maintenance of ambulance and firefighting vehicles, ensuring readiness for emergency deployment. * Ensure the proper maintenance and functioning of medical ...

Sage

Deployment Manager

New York, NY · On-site

$145K - $165K/yr

And yet, fall prevention and emergency response systems for older adults are archaic and ... Coordinate deployment logistics - scheduling, staffing, materials procurement, and vendor ...

New

Harris County

Contract Specialist

Houston, TX · On-site

Valid Texas Driver's License upon hire, and a good driving record Emergency Deployment & Continuity of Operations Requirement: In accordance with Harris County's Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP ...

TripSpark Technologies

The Senior Hardware Deployment Specialist is responsible and accountable for implementing our ... Must be able to travel up to 50%and be available for non-scheduled emergency calls outside of ...

Harris County

Bid Coordinator

Houston, TX · Hybrid

Emergency Deployment & Continuity of Operations Requirement: In accordance with Harris County's Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) Policy, this position is subject to emergency response and ...

Harris County

Procurement Specialist

Houston, TX

Emergency Deployment & Continuity of Operations Requirement: In accordance with Harris County's Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) Policy, this position is subject to emergency response and ...

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How much do emergency deployment jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 24, 2026, the average yearly pay for emergency deployment in the United States is $107,297.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $59,500.00 and $143,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Emergency Deployment vs Disaster Response Coordinator?

AspectEmergency DeploymentDisaster Response Coordinator
Required CredentialsCertifications in emergency management, first aid, or related fieldsCertifications in disaster management, emergency planning, or public safety
Work EnvironmentRapid deployment to various locations, often outdoors or in affected areasCoordination centers, offices, or field sites during disaster response
Employer & Industry UsageGovernment agencies, NGOs, military, private securityGovernment agencies, NGOs, emergency services

Emergency Deployment involves quickly sending personnel to respond to urgent situations, often in the field. Disaster Response Coordinators plan, organize, and oversee disaster response efforts. While both roles focus on emergency situations, Emergency Deployment emphasizes rapid action, whereas Disaster Response Coordinators focus on coordination and management.

What are emergency deployment jobs?

Emergency deployment jobs involve rapidly responding to crises or urgent situations, such as natural disasters, humanitarian emergencies, or critical infrastructure failures. Professionals in these roles are dispatched on short notice to affected areas to provide immediate support, coordinate resources, and assist with recovery efforts. These jobs require flexibility, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work in high-pressure environments. Emergency deployment professionals may work for government agencies, non-profits, or international organizations and often collaborate with local authorities to address urgent needs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Emergency Deployment roles, and why are they important?

To thrive in Emergency Deployment roles, you need expertise in crisis management, rapid decision-making, and relevant field experience, often supported by certifications in emergency response or disaster management. Familiarity with incident command systems, satellite communication tools, and logistics management platforms is typically required. Strong resilience, adaptability, and teamwork are crucial soft skills for handling high-pressure and unpredictable environments. These skills and qualities are essential for ensuring effective, coordinated, and timely responses during emergencies, ultimately saving lives and resources.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals in Emergency Deployment roles, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in Emergency Deployment roles often face challenges such as rapidly changing environments, high-pressure decision-making, and coordination with diverse teams under tight timelines. Adapting quickly to new locations and cultural contexts, maintaining composure amidst stressful situations, and clear communication are essential for success. Building strong relationships with local partners and having robust contingency plans can help address these challenges and ensure effective response during emergencies.
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Infographic showing various Emergency Deployment job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $107,297 per year, or $51.6 per hour.
Global Surge Team Roster: Emergency Supply Chain Coordinator

Global Surge Team Roster: Emergency Supply Chain Coordinator

International Rescue Committee

Remote

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

International Rescue Committee rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

476th of 716 rated non-profit organizations

Job description

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.
The IRC's Global Surge Team (GST) is a roster of esteemed and highly qualified humanitarian professionals who deploy on short notice to non-emergency and emergency contexts to support the IRC's mission. Members of the GST provide specialist support where talent is most needed for short-term deployments of up to three months. The GST is a flexible, occasional employment opportunity. Deployment needs vary based on demand. Staff can take on additional deployments as opportunities arise and if they are interested.
Members of the GST who specialize in emergencies are deployed to support either existing country programs in their emergency response, or to initiate a new program in a crisis zone. The overall responsibility of the team is to design, develop, and manage the IRC's on-site humanitarian response, allowing us to meet the immediate needs of the affected population rapidly and effectively.
Major Responsibilities:
The Emergency Supply Chain Coordinator, Global Surge will be responsible for the following subject to an agreed Terms of Reference for each deployment:
Emergency Response
  • Provide technical oversight of all Supply Chain functions for emergency response.
  • Ensure that processes follow IRC GSC standard operating procedures in all aspects as followed.
  • Contribute to field leadership, be a voice for the supply chain team within the unit.
  • Where applicable s/he will be sent to existing programs to gap fill or provide extra capacity to in country teams

Planning
  • Proactively participate in BVA/ Project Cycle Meetings, including project design, project planning, project opening, project review, project close-out and project learning meetings to ensure that supply chain related issues are well articulated to all stakeholders and resolved for successful project delivery.
  • Prepare and maintain emergency procurement plans and develop/maintain country program sourcing strategy for all active and pipeline grants in collaboration with program Technical Coordinators and Managers.

Procurement
Ensure:
  • Compliance to IRC and donor policies for all goods and services procurement (including pharmaceuticals and medical equipment)
  • In collaboration with the in-country GSC team(s) review and utilize the Procurement contracts (MPA, MSA) in place for the purchases of goods and services.
  • The implementation of GSC procurement and contracting SOPs.
  • The accuracy of GSC data collected; timely submission of required report(s) to advise the decision-making process.
  • Disseminate through trainings the existing procurement process as well the procurement tools to all EU GSC team members.
  • Ensuring all required procurement documents are included in waivers request files (Purchase Requests, Market Surveys Proforma (3), ATC etc.)
  • Management of all waivers with details of the emergency procurement circumstances, including the country program leadership approval (CD, DDO) before its approval by either the RSCD or the CGSCO.
  • The suppliers' files prepared by the procurement team are historically documenting the supplier(s) performance feedback provided by the EHAU services requesters after the goods/services deliveries.
  • For ad hoc procurement, the market surveys are required for value for money.
  • The existence of segregations of duties in the procurement functions during the emergency deployment.
  • The program requirements for supplies of items and services are timely met.
  • The Grant (s) procurement and distribution plans are developed, regularly reviewed and all related issues are timely resolved or raised in collaboration with leadership.
  • The end-to-end procurement processes are conducted through the BvA tool.
  • Any IRC procurement process deviations are identified, documented, and timely reported following the approved mechanism.

Inventory, Warehousing, Assets and Property
Ensure:
  • The implementation of the IRC inventory policies during the emergency support for all Project Items (cycle count, reporting discrepancies, pharmaceutical quality assurance as well as cold chain policies where applicable).
  • The grant inventory report is accurate, regularly produced, reviewed, and approved before the Grant closing date.
  • The warehousing safety and security requirements are in place.
  • The assets maintenance plans are in place as per IRC policies.

Logistics
Ensure:
  • The vehicle safety policies are in place, disseminated and followed by all vehicles users.
  • Effective fuel consumption management tools are developed and in use.
  • The fleet legal status (registration, licenses, insurance) are updated;
  • The vehicle monthly reports are regularly issued, reviewed and used to inform the leadership strategic decision-making process.
  • The vehicle movement planning and tracking tool(s) are in place;
  • The driver management policy is developed and followed.

Learning and Development
Ensure:
  • Accurate staff development plans are developed based on the documented training needs assessment process, discussed with the unit leadership, approved and implemented.
  • Each team members' objectives are set following the organizational unit visions as well as operations context(s);
  • Ensure all SC staff are trained to standard and sign the IRC code of conduct, conflict of interest following the SOPs recommendations.
  • Ensure all counterparts who deal with supply chain processes are trained to standard.

Compliance and Ethics
Ensure:
  • Identifies and sets mitigation plan to handle Supply Chain risks, including identification of red flags, and implementing internal and external audit corrective action plans to ensure all supply chain activities are conducted in an ethical manner.
  • Ensures compliance to IRC and donor policies in the procurement and distribution of program supplies and assets.
  • Ensure that assessments of supply chain policies, procedures, controls, and performance is conducted and any deviations addressed in the country program where designated
  • Take lead in donor and IRC Internal Audit process of the SC department, develop and support implementation of post-audit corrective action plans and other improvement plans.

Requirements
  • Ability to commit to deployment within 72 hours of notification of assignment for up to 12 weeks.
  • University degree, and advanced professional certification in supply chain management (or equivalent work experience).
  • At least 4 years of experience in managing humanitarian supply chain in multiple settings.
  • Proven experience developing and managing supply chain/logistics functions in an INGO, including in emergency/conflict areas
  • Demonstrated ability to identify, recommend and implement standard methodology approaches to ensure rapid, consistent, high quality management and service provision in an emergency environment
  • Prior experience managing supply chain functions in large, sophisticated programs including NFI and drug distributions, international procurement, experience with USG, European, DFID and UN procurement regulations, and budget development and oversight.
  • Demonstrated skills in building strong teams and establishing new operations, including strong ability to communicate and work effectively with senior management, operating and program staff and functions
  • Strong computer, radio and communication equipment skills, and licensed and able to drive manual transmission, 4WD vehicles.
  • Preference will be given to those bilingual in English and French, and Arabic and Spanish advantageous.
  • Experience in Medical Logistics & Pharmacy advantageous.
  • Experience in previous emergency contexts an advantage.

PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS
All International Rescue Committee workers must adhere to the core values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. Our Standards are Integrity, Service, Equality and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Safeguarding, Conflicts of Interest, Fiscal Integrity, and Reporting Wrongdoing and Protection from Retaliation. IRC is committed to take all necessary preventive measures and create an environment where people feel safe, and to take all necessary actions and corrective measures when harm occurs. IRC builds teams of professionals who promote critical reflection, power sharing, debate, and objectivity to deliver the best possible services to our clients.
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Equal Opportunity Employer: IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises and helps people to survive and rebuild their lives. At work in over 40 countries and 28 U.S. cities to restore safety, dignity and hope, the IRC leads the way from harm to home. Domestically, our 28 offices across the U.S. ensure new arrivals have food, shelter, and clothing, and work with refugees to help them gain self-sufficiency.

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Non-profits

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

New York, NY, US

Year founded

1933

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