International Rescue Committee

IT Program Manager

International Rescue Committee$88K — $103K *
US-AnywhereRemote in New York, NY
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3-6 years of IT project or program management experience, ideally in e-commerce and marketing technology systems.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects effectively within budget and time constraints.
  • Hands-on experience with Agile methodologies, such as Scrum or SAFe.
  • Familiarity with project management tools like Jira or Monday.com.
  • Exceptional communication skills to engage with diverse stakeholders, from developers to executives.
  • Strong analytical skills to synthesize complex data and support decision-making.
  • High organization and initiative with a strong ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

  • Drive the end-to-end program delivery of multiple MarTech initiatives, managing scope, planning, and post-delivery reviews.
  • Serve as Scrum Master, facilitating Agile practices like sprint planning and retrospectives.
  • Prepare and communicate clear status reports to keep stakeholders informed about project progress.
  • Oversee budget management, tracking expenses and validating vendor invoices.
  • Lead business analysis to define and document functional requirements and testing activities.
  • Manage risks proactively by maintaining risk registers and escalation processes.
  • Collaborate with Product Managers to shape the roadmap and align initiatives with business priorities.

Benefits

  • Hybrid working model with one day in-office per week.
  • Potential for full or part-time remote work.
  • Some travel required based on project needs.
Full Job Description
The Opportunity

Every donation processed, every campaign that lands, every supporter who stays engaged - that's the technology you'll help build and deliver.

As IT Program Manager, you'll manage the digital platforms behind one of the world's leading humanitarian organizations, directly enabling the fundraising that funds life-saving programs for displaced communities across the globe. This is a high-impact, fast-paced role at the intersection of technology delivery, stakeholder engagement, and mission-driven purpose.

You'll be a core member of our Project Management team, working across a modern MarTech ecosystem - including donation and e-commerce platforms (Fundraise Up, Springboard), our website (Drupal), Salesforce CRM, Databricks, email marketing (Pardot), and SMS platforms (Mobile Commons, Mogli). You'll own the delivery of enhancements, integrations, and new capability launches that keep the IRC's digital supporter experience best-in-class.

What You'll Do

Drive end-to-end program delivery Own the full lifecycle of multiple concurrent MarTech initiatives - from scope definition and roadmap planning through to launch and post-delivery review. Develop and maintain detailed project plans, work breakdown structures, and product backlogs, ensuring delivery against time, budget, and quality targets.

Champion Agile ways of working Serve as Scrum Master for your project and product teams - coaching on Agile principles, facilitating sprint planning, standups, retrospectives, and reviews, and proactively removing blockers to keep delivery on track.

Keep stakeholders informed and aligned Prepare clear, timely status reports covering scope, milestones, risks, and budget. Communicate confidently with audiences from engineers to senior executives, tailoring your message appropriately. Manage expectations and build trust across business and technology teams.

Manage budgets and vendors Oversee budget tracking and vendor invoicing for your portfolio. Support cost estimation, validate expenditure, and contribute to the annual budget planning process to ensure initiatives are delivered within financial targets.

Lead business analysis activities Work with the team to define and track functional and technical requirements, document current and future state processes, and coordinate testing activities. Partner closely with Business Analysts to ensure delivery is grounded in well-understood business needs.

Manage risk proactively Maintain risk registers and mitigation plans. Surface issues early, escalate where needed, and keep the project leadership team ahead of potential blockers.

Shape the roadmap Partner with Product Managers to build out product and project roadmaps that reflect both business priorities and technical realities, contributing to a coherent long-term vision for the MarTech portfolio.

What You'll Bring

You'll need:
  • 3-6 years of experience in IT project or program management, ideally across e-commerce systems, donation platforms, website CMS, or other Marketing Technology.
  • A strong track record of delivering multiple concurrent projects on time and within budget.
  • Hands-on experience with Agile methodologies (Scrum, SAFe, or similar).
  • Experience using project management tools such as Jira or Monday.com.
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills - comfortable engaging with variety of project collaborators from developers to executives.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize data and drive decision-making.
  • High levels of organization, initiative, and the ability to work independently in a distributed and fast-paced environment.

It'd be great if you have:
  • Experience with any of the platforms in scope: Fundraise Up, Springboard, Drupal, Salesforce, Pardot, Databricks.
  • Familiarity with non-profit fundraising, digital marketing, or supporter engagement processes.
  • Experience managing third-party vendors and project budgets.
  • Knowledge of SDLC methodologies (Waterfall and Agile).
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio for producing high-quality project artifacts.

Bonus points for:
  • A PMP, CSM, CSPO, or SAFe certification.
  • Experience working in international development, human rights, or a related field.
  • An understanding of payment processing platforms (Stripe, PayPal, etc.).

Benefits and Working Environment
  • Standard office working environment.
  • Currently the team is working in a hybrid model with one day per week in the office (unless the employee's location is outside of NYC).
  • This role may require working remotely full or part time.
  • Some domestic or international travel depending on portfolio and project needs


Compensation: (Pay Range: $88,277 - $103,222) Posted pay ranges apply to US-based candidates. Ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, internal equity, and budget. Exact offers are calibrated by work location, individual candidate experience and skills relative to the defined job requirements.

About International Rescue Committee

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is a global humanitarian organization that provides assistance to refugees, displaced persons, and other victims of conflict and disaster. The IRC was founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein and is headquartered in New York City. The organization provides emergency relief, resettlement assistance, and other services to people in need around the world. The IRC has operations in more than 40 countries and has helped millions of people since its founding.
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20,000 employees
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1933

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