Programmes System Design & Implementation Officer (Only open to IR employees globally)

Programmes System Design & Implementation Officer (Only open to IR employees globally) Location: Global – where IR has a country office Contract Type: Fixed Term, 12 months Hours: Full Time The Vacancy Islamic Relief Worldwide (IRW) is a faith-based humanitarian relief and development organisation working to save and transform the lives of some of the world’s most vulnerable people. Established in 1984, with an active presence in over 45 countries, we strive to make the world a better and fairer place for those affected by poverty, conflict and natural disasters. IRW’s International Programmes Division is recruiting for the position of ‘Programmes System Design & Implementation Officer’ to join its Programme Quality team. This position is based anywhere globally where IR has a country office and is only open to current IR employees. The Programmes System Design & Implementation Officer will support the ongoing delivery, maintenance, and future development of the Global Programmes & MEAL System (GPMS) globally. Responsibilities include supporting various data and information management initiatives such as high-quality data analysis and reporting, and digital transformation projects like digitalising proposal and reporting processes and templates. Key Responsibilities: Support the delivery, maintenance, and development of the GPMS globally. Assist with data and information management initiatives, including data analysis and reporting. Contribute to digital transformation projects, such as digitalising processes and templates. The successful candidate must have: Experience working in various project teams of different sizes. Ability to work with stakeholders with diverse IT and technical skills, from developers to end users with little or no IT background. Experience configuring and building “no-coding” systems/solutions. Understanding of ICT technical areas related to systems development and infrastructure. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills at individual and group levels. Experience designing and executing system development test plans. Ability to produce training materials and deliver both in-person and remote training. Experience managing the full project lifecycle. Ability to engage with high-level stakeholders and individuals at all levels. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Good planning and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Ability to work calmly under pressure and meet deadlines. Skill in translating complex technical terms for non-technical audiences. Ability to motivate project teams to meet delivery deadlines. Logical and creative thinking skills. Proficiency in Excel for data manipulation and reporting. Experience using Jira or similar software development lifecycle tools. Additional Information: For more details, please view the full Job Description under the Documents tab above. If you are a talented, reliable, service-minded, resilient, and motivated professional committed to IRW’s mission and values of sincerity, excellence, compassion, social justice, and custodianship, please apply via our online application form. Interviews are expected to be conducted online in mid-June 2025. Pre-employment Checks: Screening clearance Satisfactory references Our Values and Commitment to Safeguarding IRW is dedicated to preventing misconduct, promoting welfare, and ensuring a safe working environment. All staff and volunteers must share this commitment through our code of conduct. The post holder will undertake safeguarding training and adhere to IRW’s safeguarding policies. All employment offers are subject to satisfactory references and screening checks, including criminal record checks where applicable. IRW participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme, which involves sharing information about any misconduct related to sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment during previous employment. By applying, you acknowledge understanding these procedures. Islamic Relief is an equal opportunities employer The Company Islamic Relief is a faith-inspired humanitarian aid and development agency operating in over 45 countries. We assist people regardless of faith or background, responding swiftly to emergencies and working in hard-to-access areas. We are the only UK-based Muslim faith-inspired charity certified against the Core Humanitarian Standard on Quality and Accountability (CHS). We are members of the Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC), hold UN ECOSOC Consultative Status, and adhere to the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement\’s Code of Conduct. What We Offer We support our staff’s professional development, health, and work/life balance through various benefits including learning opportunities, annual and additional leave, charity volunteering, parental leave and pay, employee assistance programs, and field visits. Our Values Sincerity: Driven by sincerity to God and our duty to humanity. Excellence: Committed to excellence in our operations and conduct. Compassion: Easing suffering caused by disasters, poverty, and injustice. Social Justice: Empowering vulnerable people to realize their rights and potential. Custodianship: Valuing and protecting the Earth and its resources, maintaining transparency and accountability. #J-18808-Ljbffr