Career Development Specialist, NVPPA
International Rescue Committee · United States of America · Apply by December 31, 2026
About this role
This position is open to candidates with existing work authorization in the location where the position is advertised. Program Background: The National Virtual Program for Professional Advancement (NVPPA) is a nationwide, fully virtual program through which the International Rescue Committee (IRC) serves newly arrived refugees under a cooperative agreement with the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR). Participants receive career navigation, training, job placement support, and direct financial assistance to advance an individualized career goal. NVPPA operates alongside other federally funded programs, such as initial resettlement services and Matching Grant, and is designed to complement rather than replace or duplicate these programs. Job Overview The Career Development Specialist is the participant's primary point of contact in the program, working remotely with refugees across the country by phone, video, and online tools. From intake and eligibility verification through an approved Professional Advancement Plan (PAP), this position guides each participant toward their career goal, whether that means finding a training partner, completing credential evaluation and…