International Rescue Committee Cash Transfer Lead Jobs in South Sudan

International Rescue Committee Cash Transfer Lead Jobs in South Sudan; This role requires exceptional strategic leadership and adaptive programme delivery to ensure FCDO’s investment achieves maximum impact while protecting public funds in a high-risk environment. The position involves evidence-based decision-making, piloting innovative approaches such as anticipatory action triggers, and contributing to the global evidence base on cash transfers in fragile contexts.

Responsibilities

Strategic Design & Implementation

Lead nationwide cash transfer interventions targeting girls and children with disabilities.

Develop end-to-end processes for secure and timely delivery of cash transfers.

Design robust beneficiary identification mechanisms using Washington Group Questions.

Integrate cash transfer strategies with behaviour change communication (BCC).

Pilot innovative delivery mechanisms (mobile money, biometrics, climate-linked triggers).

Coordination & Partnerships

Coordinate with GoSS, Cash Working Group, CCD network, Protection Working Groups, and donors.

Manage relationships with financial service providers to ensure competitive rates.

Engage with MoGEI and major donors (World Bank, WFP, GPE, ECW).

Represent programme in technical working groups and coordination mechanisms.

Risk Management & Safeguarding

Develop risk mitigation strategies addressing fraud, diversion, theft, exploitation, and volatility.

Train cash delivery staff, SBMC/PTA, and agents on safeguarding and financial management.

Monitoring & Adaptation

Monitor and adapt delivery mechanisms in response to displacement, climate shocks, and insecurity.

Design and oversee Post-Distribution Monitoring (PDM) with MEAL team.

Establish accountability, feedback, and complaints response mechanisms.

Reporting

Prepare technical reports for FCDO

on cash transfer activities, challenges, and achievements.

Qualifications

Education

Master’s degree in International Development, Economics, Social Protection, Public Administration, or related field.

Experience

8–10 years programme management; 5+ years in fragile/conflict-affected states.

Experience delivering cash transfers in South Sudan or similar contexts.

Knowledge of mobile money, biometric systems, and digital payment technologies.

Understanding of education sector dynamics and cash transfer linkages.

Skills

Strong analytical and financial management skills.

Expertise in fiduciary risk management and anti-fraud measures.

Experience with disability-inclusive targeting methodologies.

Excellent communication and negotiation skills in English.

Ability to manage multiple implementing partners and government systems.

Professional Standards

Adherence to IRC Way – Standards for Professional Conduct: Integrity, Service, Equality, Accountability.

Compliance with safeguarding, fiscal integrity, and reporting wrongdoing policies.

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; International Rescue Committee Cash Transfer Lead Jobs in South Sudan

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