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.
BACKGROUND
Over the past 90 years, the International Rescue Committee (IRC) has developed unparalleled expertise in responding to emergencies and helping uprooted communities to rebuild. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. The IRC is on the ground in more than 40 countries, providing emergency relief, relocating refugees and rebuilding lives in the wake of disaster.
The IRC is committed to a culture of bold leadership, innovation in all aspects of our work, creative partnerships and, most crucially, accountability to those we serve. The IRC is a tireless advocate for the most vulnerable.
IRC UK
IRC UK is part of the IRC global network, which has its global headquarters in New York. Our team in the UK works to raise profile, deliver policy and practice change, and increase funding to help restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Since 2021, IRC UK has also provided integration services directly to refugees in England.
In Europe, the IRC also has offices in Berlin, Bonn, Brussels, Geneva and Stockholm.
The Purpose of the Role
As part of the Experiential Marketing Team—working across the Marketing & Mobilization (M&M) Team and the UK Communications Team—this role is primarily responsible for elevating the IRC’s profile, brand, and influence, while supporting fundraising efforts. This will be achieved through event support, strategic engagement of celebrity ambassadors and digital tactics. In alignment with our Strategy100 commitments and the UK strategic plan, the position will deliver event production and talent-focused strategies that enhance the impact of IRC campaigns, initiatives, and appeals.
Scope and Authority
Oversee the UK and European market events portfolio with flexibility to support other priority markets on a case-by-case basis as directed by leadership
Lead and oversee various aspects of event project management (in-person and virtual), including team coordination, logistics, production, and execution from planning through post-event wrap-up. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Drafting concept notes
- Creating creative briefs
- Conducting venue/vendor searches or setting up virtual platforms
- Collaborating with various teams to align on event messaging and donor engagement strategies
- Preparing and distributing event materials, communications, and other professional documents
- Evaluating event effectiveness and analyzing audience data
Assist on management of a global entertainment relations portfolio
- Help identify and create opportunities to leverage existing talent in support of events and digital campaigns that advance the IRC’s fundraising, brand and advocacy goals (listed in order of priority)
- Support Director with IRC’s celebrity supporters by managing ongoing communications to keep them informed, engaged, and aligned with IRC’s mission.
Support in proactively identifying current events and cultural trends to leverage events and celebrity partners to meaningfully engage in support of IRC initiatives and events.
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