Concern Worldwide Hiring Global Technical Advisor – Humanitarian Protection: Remote Ireland Role | Salary €57,683–€64,092 | Deadline 16 November 2026

Overview

Concern Worldwide is recruiting a Global Technical Advisor for Humanitarian Protection to join the Emergency Directorate and the Safe and Inclusive Programming Unit. The position provides specialist technical leadership and support for humanitarian protection and gender-based violence programmes. The successful candidate helps country teams design, implement, and improve programmes that protect vulnerable communities and uphold the safety, dignity, and rights of people affected by humanitarian crises. This is a two-year fixed-term contract based remotely in Ireland, requiring frequent international travel of up to 120 days per year to countries of operation.

What you get

The position offers an annual salary ranging from €57,683 to €64,092 under the GB6 salary grade. The role sits on a two-year fixed-term contract with the organisation's Emergency Directorate and Safe & Inclusive Programming Unit.

Requirements

Applicants must hold a degree in gender studies, social sciences, international development, or a related field, and have at least five years of experience in gender-based violence programming within humanitarian response settings. Candidates must possess a strong understanding of international gender-based violence standards, including the Inter-Agency Minimum Standards for Gender-Based Violence, alongside demonstrated expertise in prevention and response using survivor-centred approaches. Excellent written and spoken communication skills in both English and French are required. Additional qualifications include proven ability in programme design, proposal development, donor engagement, providing technical advice to field programmes, and delivering training and capacity building. Candidates must be able to work in complex and insecure environments and be available for frequent international travel. Experience working at a regional or global level within an international non-governmental organisation is desirable. Successful candidates are subject to vetting checks, including criminal background checks, and must sign and comply with the organisation Code of Conduct and safeguarding policies.

How to apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications online through the official Concern Worldwide recruitment portal. Applicants must ensure they meet all language, experience, location, and travel requirements before applying.

Key dates

Applications close on 16 November 2026.