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.

Program Brief

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 solution driven, passionate change-maker, come join us positively impacting the lives of millions of people worldwide for a better future.

Since 2017, IRC has supported Rohingya Refugees and Bangladeshi nationalities communities in Cox's Bazar, Khulna, Barisal, and Chittagong with integrated services. The organization also addresses climate change impacts by building resilience and promoting economic recovery, education, and protection.

Purpose of the Role

The Senior Officer - Ethics & Compliance will assist the Senior Coordinator - Ethics & Compliance in overseeing internal control and compliance functions across the country program, including compliance reviews of partners, support departments, and participation in ECU/In-Country Investigations.

The post holder is also involved with different capacity-building initiatives such as facilitating new staff induction sessions and providing training to partner staff, MSA/MPA suppliers, and others based on requirements on Ethics and Compliance overview and fraud sensitization.

Work Location: IRC-Bangladesh, Dhaka Office

Line Manager: Senior Coordinator - Ethics & Compliance

Contract Length: 30th June 2026 (With possibilities of extension)

Highlights of Key Responsibilities

Internal Control and Compliance:

  • Based on the work plan - conduct compliance, operational, and financial reviews of IRC partner and sub-partner (operation & program), IRC support departments to assess adequacy and effectiveness of Internal Controls, risk management, and compliance align with policies, procedures, and regulations

  • Share draft compliance review report with line manager, including findings and give appropriate recommendations for improvement of country program and related partners’ processes, systems, and procedures where relevant.

Misconduct Allegations and Investigations:

Contribute to investigations on a case-by-case basis under the guidance of the Senior Coordinator - Ethics & Compliance. This may include the following:

  • Undertake investigations of alleged fraud, waste, financial corruption, misconduct, and safeguarding issues, ensuring objectivity, impartiality, and fairness through investigative processes in accordance with generally recognized international investigation standards and IRC guidelines.

  • Prepare draft investigation report and share with line manager and preserve appropriate evidence in the working file.

Training:

  • Support training workshops to IRC staff, Partner Staff, MPA/MSA suppliers in collaboration with HR on Ethics and Compliance in particular the IRC Code of Conduct.

Others

  • Promote and actively participate in initiatives and efforts to build team engagement, inclusion and cohesion in IRC [team/office]

  • Foster ongoing learning, honest dialogue and reflection to strengthen safeguarding and to promote IRC values and adherence to IRC policies.

Work Experience

  • At least 3 years of experience in investigation, finance, and auditing with NGOs

  • Preferably 1 year of working experience with INGOs/ IN organizations.

Competencies: Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Bangla

  • Good understanding of Accounting and Internal Control Standards (COSO).

  • Familiarity with forensic accounting and both digital and paper-filed audits.

  • Familiarity with GoB compliance for INGO in Bangladesh.

  • Strong planning, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

  • Excellent analytical, presentation, and reporting skills

  • Evidence of successful experience in compiling and conducting training and workshop in an advantage

  • Excellent IT skills in Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft PowerPoint

  • Strong commitment to IRC’s mission, purpose, and values.

Specific Educational Qualification

  • Master’s degree in accounting/finance/law/management

  • CA course completed by a reputed CA firm is preferred.

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. In accordance with these values the IRC operates and enforces policies on Safeguarding (including PSEAH, Adult Safeguarding and Child Safeguarding), Anti workplace Harassment, Fiscal Integrity, and Anti Retaliation.

PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS

All International Rescue Committee workers must adhere to the core values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. Our Standards are Integrity, Service, Equality and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Safeguarding, 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.

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