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 job posting was opened on May 8, 2025. Please note that we will be prioritizing candidates who are current IRC (and recently employed by IRC) staff before other applicants. If necessary, we will extend the opportunity to external candidates.

 

Job Overview/Summary: The Refugee Cash Assistance (RCA) Specialist is responsible for managing the provision of services to assist newly arrived refugee clients to attain self-sufficiency through short term cash assistance and referrals to employment services.  Specifically, the RCA Specialist ensures services related to the administration of Refugee Cash Assistance services and with screening, enrollment, monthly cash assistance, and follow-up services.

 

Responsibilities:
Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

Provide intake, assessment, and enrollment to a caseload of Refugee Cash Assistance clientsEnsure monthly compliance of program participants and distribute Bank of America cardsRecertify clients for RCA at month 6, and screen monthly for continued eligibility.Work with the Economic Empowerment Supervisor and if needed, TXOR, to screen Cuban Entrants for RCA eligibilityReconcile monthly RCA payment with finance staffAdminister monthly cash assistance payments and track expensesRefer RCA clients to employment services, ELI services, and other services as appropriateEnsure case files and reports are maintained in accordance with grant requirements. Other duties as requested

 

Requirements:

Undergraduate degree in related field preferred.Relevant professional experience required; minimum of 2 years’ experience strongly preferred.Excellent communication skills, with fluency in written and spoken English.  Bilingual ability in Spanish highly desired.Proven success achieving goals and working effectively with all levels of staff in a multicultural environment.Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).Valid driver’s license, access to a personal, insured vehicle, and the ability to travel regularly throughout the service delivery area

 

Compensation: Posted pay ranges apply to US-based candidates. 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.

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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Standard of Professional Conduct:The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way – our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.