Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is one of the leading providers of high-quality programming for refugees resettling to the United States. They are seeking a Program Officer, Curriculum Design to lead the development, refinement, and rollout of curricula across multiple program areas, ensuring that all materials are culturally responsive and aligned with evidence-based practices.
Responsibilities
- Design, adapt, and implement culturally responsive, trauma-informed curricula for SOR, RSI, and YM programs
- Lead and analyze rapid needs assessment, including desk review of existing curricula, to identify strengths and gaps
- Develop learning materials (curriculum modules, facilitation guides, etc.) that address literacy, life skills, social-emotional learning, and school readiness, as relevant
- Integrate best practices in adult learning and instructional design; collaborate with graphic designer to ensure curricula are accessible and visually appealing
- Ensure curricula align with program goals, funder requirements, and community needs
- Document and report on curriculum development process
- Other duties as assigned
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in education, instructional design, curriculum design, social sciences, or a related field
- 3–5 years of experience in curriculum development, instructional design, youth development, adult education, or related program areas
- Proficiency with design tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) and accessible formatting practices
- Demonstrated experience creating culturally relevant, trauma-informed, and learner-centered educational materials
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with fluency in English
- Ability to synthesize complex information into clear, accessible content
- Self-starter with ability to work both independently and collaboratively as a part of a team
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple competing deadlines
- Master's degree in education, instructional design, curriculum design, social sciences, or a related field
- Familiarity with refugee resettlement, immigrant communities, or cross-cultural education
- Strong understanding of social-emotional learning frameworks, particularly SEAD or similar models
Benefits
- 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
- Vision starting at $5 per month
- FSA for healthcare and commuter costs
- A 403b retirement savings plans with immediately vested matching
- Disability & life insurance
- 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
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