Sr Technical Specialist

IREX•Washington, DC

1d•$65,600 - $83,000

About The Position

IREX seeks a Senior Technical Specialist to support digital safety, online safety, and cybersecurity-related programming within the Global Impact Hub. This role will contribute to programs and initiatives that help government, corporate and other community partners strengthen their resilience, reduce online and digital risks, and participate safely and confidently in digital spaces. The Senior Technical Specialist will provide hands-on program, operational, technical, and coordination support across a portfolio of digital and online safety work. This includes supporting program delivery, partner and participant engagement, trainings and events, research and content development, reporting, compliance, and financial and procurement processes. The role will also contribute to IREX’s broader growth and positioning in online safety by helping translate program learning, tools, and technical approaches into clear materials that support proposals, donor engagement, and new partnership opportunities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree.
At least five years of relevant professional experience in international development, program management, digital development, online safety, or a related field.
Experience coordinating complex programs or projects, including managing workplans, timelines, deliverables, events, partners, and multiple competing priorities.
Strong writing, editing, and presentation skills, with the ability to translate technical or complex information into clear, practical materials for different audiences.
Experience developing reports, presentations, training materials, knowledge products, or other program and technical content.
Ability to communicate confidently and professionally with partners, participants, donors, consultants, and colleagues across different cultures, sectors, and areas of expertise.
Experience supporting proposals, concept notes, donor presentations, or other business development efforts, including research, writing, editing, and preparation of compelling presentation materials.
Demonstrated interest in digital safety, online safety, responsible technology, or related issues, and the curiosity and initiative to build deeper technical knowledge.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to take ownership of assignments, follow through consistently, and meet tight deadlines.
Sound judgment and discretion when working with sensitive topics, program information, or communities that may face heightened digital and online risks.
A collaborative, adaptable, and solutions-oriented approach, with the ability to work effectively across program, technical, operational, and business development teams.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook and Copilot.
A proactive and entrepreneurial mindset, with a willingness to identify opportunities, improve processes, and support colleagues where needed.
Unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

Coordinate digital and online safety activities, including trainings, workshops, and technical assistance.
Maintain workplans, trackers, program records, and reports, and support monitoring, evaluation, learning, and timely completion of deliverables.
Coordinate communication and follow-up with partners, participants, consultants, vendors, and colleagues.
Support engagement with partner organizations, technical partners, and other stakeholders working to strengthen digital resilience and safer online participation.
Support trainings, events, and other learning activities.
Develop and refine program materials, presentations, reports, knowledge products, and practical tools that communicate IREX’s approaches and results.
Support payments, procurement, agreements, budgets and consultant, vendor, and grant documentation.
Maintain accurate, organized records in line with IREX policies and donor requirements.
Support research, writing, and coordination for proposals, concept notes, donor materials, and partnership opportunities.
Help develop and deliver presentations and briefings for potential donors and partners, and synthesize program learning, evidence, and technical approaches to strengthen new designs and communicate IREX’s value in digital and online safety.