Program Officer

There are those who dream of living in a better world, and there are those who live the dream by joining IDRC to build a better world!

Are you ready to manage project grants, support the implementation of program strategies for knowledge synthesis, monitoring and evaluation, and communications and engagement?

If you see yourself as a future Program Officer, this may be of interest to you.

10 good reasons to apply to the Centre:

• Contribute to our mission: Building a more sustainable and inclusive world.
• Work for an organization that values and models diversity, equity and inclusion.
• Be part of a multidisciplinary team from diverse cultures.
• Nurture enriching relationships with diverse and experienced stakeholders.
• Supporting the implementation of program strategies for knowledge synthesis, monitoring and evaluation, as well as communications and engagement strategies.
• Implementing competitive call processes to attract, select and approve new projects that strengthen the resilience of education systems.
• Have the chance to bring continuous innovations to your work.
• Work for an organization that supports your professional development.
• Have the flexibility to work in hybrid mode (Minimum 3 days out of 10 in the office).
• Enjoy a long list of employee benefits.

And more: be part of a pre-qualified pool of candidates, eligible to be considered for future employment opportunities that matches you profile in case you are not selected for the current role.

Only 6 requirements for the chance to be selected:

• A Master’s degree in a relevant field of study.
• Proficiency in French and English (reading, writing and speaking). **
• Demonstrated research experience and understanding of current global education policy challenges.
• Significant experience with project management, problem-solving and facilitating collaborative and transdisciplinary research.
• Experience in grant management, monitoring and evaluation, and knowledge mobilization.
• A strong grasp of gender equality and women’s empowerment in the improvement of global education systems.

Locations (Hybrid Mode*):

• Ottawa, Canada
• Dakar, Senegal
• Nairobi, Kenya

Employment Status: Term until March 2026

Do the math, you would probably win!

Together we can accomplish great things, so let us start now !

Last chance to apply: 15 February 2023, at 11:59 PM EST