Education Officer

Education Officer page is loaded## Education Officerremote type: In Personlocations: Milan, Italytime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR 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.Since 2018, IRC Italia has supported migrants, refugees, and asylum seekers through safety, empowerment, education, and health services. We work with local communities and authorities to strengthen the asylum system and improve humanitarian conditions. Our education programs create safe, inclusive learning environments for children and adolescents, focusing on social-emotional skills, resilience, and participation.**Job Overview**We are looking for an Education Officer, who will deliver engaging education activities for adolescents, promote well-being and social-emotional skills, and support the development of learning resources. You’ll work closely with the Senior Education Officer and Protection & Program Development Manager to ensure inclusive, community-based programming.**Major Responsibilities:**Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Facilitate creative, participatory group sessions for adolescents. • Promote social-emotional skills, healthy relationships, and conflict resolution. • Adapt and develop learning materials for diverse cultural contexts. • Document activities, collect feedback, and contribute to reports. • Collaborate with colleagues, partners, and stakeholders for smooth implementation. • Support content creation for communication and advocacy.**Job Requirements:****Education:** • Degree in education, social sciences, psychology, or related field (or in progress). • 2+ years’ experience working with adolescents or vulnerable communities. • Knowledge of inclusive education and child protection. • Strong communication and facilitation skills. • Fluency in Italian and good English; other languages (Arabic, Spanish, French) are a plus. • Organized, adaptable, and culturally sensitive.**Working Environment:** Standard office environment.**PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS**All International Rescue Committee workers must adhere to the core values and principles outlined in . Our Standards are Integrity, Service, Equality and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on , Conflicts of Interest, Fiscal Integrity, and Reporting Wrongdoing and Protection from Retaliation. IRC is committed to take all necessary preventive measures and create an environment where people feel safe, and to take all necessary actions and corrective measures when harm occurs. IRC builds teams of professionals who promote critical reflection, power sharing, debate, and objectivity to deliver the best possible services to our clients.**Work that has meaning**: Every day at the IRC is a chance to make a difference through a purpose-driven career. Whether you're working directly with communities or providing support behind the scenes, you will be part of a dynamic team that is always innovating, scaling, and testing new and better solutions to ensure the best possible outcomes for the people we serve.**Global scale, dynamic workplace**: At the IRC, we believe that the dynamic, global make-up of our team is our strength. When you join us, you're not just starting a job—you will be part of a global organization positively impacting millions of lives in over 40 get to work with colleagues from all around the world—working across time zones and regularly exchanging different ideas, perspectives and insights. You’ll join a team that is dedicated to fostering a supportive environment to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and heard. **Challenging work, innovative solutions**: We’re committed to excellence and innovation, and pride ourselves in setting industry-leading standards while practicing evidence and data-lead strategies. Come challenge norms, shatter conventions, and pioneer change while working on real, nuanced and complex issues we face in the world today.**Community centered**: We’re an empathetic community that truly cares for one another. Our comprehensive safety and security initiatives ensure a safe work environment, while our continuous learning and development programs provide ongoing opportunities for personal and career advancement.
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