In collaboration with IRC colleagues, refine the learning agenda and research questions for one or more focus areas or interventions (e.g., Safe at Home).
Conduct cost-efficiency analyses, cost-effectiveness analyses, and scenario modeling (see Cost Analysis Report Library).
Develop and update program-specific data sets (see Cost Analysis Data Sets).
Synthesize internal and external cost evidence to make broader quantitative and qualitative assessments of a program area’s cost-effectiveness, parameters under which a program area might be cost-effective, etc. (e.g.).
Provide technical assistance
Develop organizational learnings and recommendations for one or more outcome areas or interventions.
Provide ongoing technical assistance to IRC colleagues and partner organizations to help inform decisions with cost evidence.
Support proposal development to increase the cost-effectiveness of proposals and program designs.
Re-package evidence into accessible user-friendly tools to increase its usability (e.g.).
Collaborate with advocacy and policy colleagues to translate research findings into accessible and persuasive external collateral (e.g.).
Cross-cutting responsibilities
Contribute to reporting, including writing, delivering presentations, and supporting communications staff.
Job Requirements
Work experience
Bachelor's or master's degree in economics, statistics, public policy, or related field.
3+ years of experience (bachelor’s degree) or 2+ years of experience (master’s degree) in the humanitarian or development sector.
Demonstrated skills and competencies
Candidates with strong quantitative and qualitative evidence synthesis skills and experience will be prioritized for consideration.
Knowledge of cost analysis evaluation methods, applications, and literature in LMICs.
Excellent proficiency in spreadsheet-based data cleaning and analysis.
Ability to understand and translate complex technical findings into compelling evidence-aligned policy narratives.
Excellent writing and editing skills, with experience producing policy-relevant research reports.
Experience managing coalitions, partnerships, or multi-stakeholder initiatives.
Familiarity with donor landscapes and funding mechanisms in humanitarian aid.
Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to work as part of a remote team across time zones, cultures, and contexts.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools (e.g., Notion).