Humanitarian Engineering Internship Jobs in Virginia

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.

This position is represented by the OPEIU union and subject to the terms and conditions of a collective bargaining agreement.
Job Overview: The Adult Education Coordinator provides administrative and instructional support for adult education programming. This position assists with scheduling, registration, and classroom coordination under the guidance of the supervisor. Work is performed with clearly defined procedures and instructions, with frequent review to ensure compliance. The coordinator provides task-based guidance and coordination to AmeriCorps members and volunteers on clearly defined assignments and supports the achievement of program goals under the supervision of the Youth & Education Manager.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Scheduling and coordinating adult education classes.

• Coordinate enrollment and registration process, maintain attendance records, and prepare classroom materials.

• Communicate with community partners for referrals and share class information as directed by supervisor.

• Provide administrative support for volunteers, interns coordination, including scheduling and basic training under supervisor guidance.

• Support grant writing efforts related to Adult Education programming.

• Ensure compliance with established procedures for recordkeeping and reporting.

• Participate in team meetings and staff development activities as assigned.

• Perform other routine tasks as directed by the supervisor.

• Bachelor's degree in education or related field preferred.

• Minimum two years of experience in an education or related field preferred.

• Minimum two years' experience in adult education programs.

• Basic knowledge of adult education principles and English language instruction helpful.

• Demonstrated success working and communicating effectively in a multi-cultural environment.

• Self-starter with excellent problem-solving skills combined with the proven ability to multi-task, prioritize duties, and manage time effectively.

• Attention to detail and accuracy in work product.

• Ability to effectively communicate clearly and concisely in spoken and written English with people at varying language proficiency levels.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook); ability to use the internet and other digital tools for data entry, research, and problem-solving purposes.

• Valid driver's license and access to a personal, insured vehicle; willing to drive agency van as needed.

• A combination of standard office environment, remote work, and 'field' time within the service delivery area to perform the above outlined responsibilities.

• May require occasional weekend and/or evening work.

Compensation: ($28.94 - $29.90 hourly). Ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, internal equity, and budget. Exact offers are calibrated by work location, individual candidate experience and skills relative to the defined job requirements

US Benefits: We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits. In the US, these include: 10 sick days, 10 US holidays, 20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure, medical insurance starting at $143 per month, dental starting at $6.50 per month, and vision starting at $5 per month, FSA for healthcare and commuter costs, a 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching, disability & life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles.
This position has an end date of 30 September 2027.

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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US Benefits: We offer a comprehensive and highly competitive set of benefits. In the US, these include: 10 sick days, 10 US holidays, 20-25 paid time off days depending on role and tenure, medical insurance starting at $163 per month, dental starting at $6.50 per month, and vision starting at $5 per month, FSA for healthcare and commuter costs, a 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching, disability & life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program which is available to our staff and their families to support counseling and care in times of crisis and mental health struggles.

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.