Deputy Project Director, Content and Delivery

About the role

The International Rescue Committee is seeking a Deputy Project Director to support the Content and Delivery function of its MENA Early Childhood Development portfolio in Jordan. Reporting to the Project Director, you will help ensure high‑quality educational content reaches displaced and host‑community children.

Key responsibilities

• Assist the Project Director in planning, implementing and monitoring early childhood education programmes.
• Oversee the development, adaptation and delivery of curriculum and learning materials.
• Coordinate with partners, NGOs and government agencies to align content with local needs.
• Track programme budgets, timelines and performance indicators.
• Prepare regular reports for donors and senior management.

Required profile

• Minimum 5 years of experience in project or programme management, preferably in education or humanitarian settings.
• Demonstrated experience working in the MENA region or with displaced populations.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills.
• Fluent English; Arabic proficiency is an advantage.

Required skills

• Project management methodologies and tools.
• Curriculum development and content adaptation.
• Monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL) frameworks.
• Budget management and financial reporting.
• Stakeholder coordination and partnership management.

What we offer

• Opportunity to impact the lives of vulnerable children in a critical region.
• Collaborative, mission‑driven work environment.
• Professional development and training opportunities.