JOB DETAILS 

Title: Liaison Officer – Migration Programme 

Duration: Full time contract to 30 March 2026 with possibility of extension.

Salary: Development and Administration €36,991-45,0711 

Reporting to: Migration Management 

BACKGROUND INFORMATION 

The Irish Red Cross Society (IRC) is part of the world’s largest independent humanitarian network, the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. The IRC is committed to and bound by, its Fundamental Principles of Humanity, Impartiality, Neutrality, Independence, Voluntary Service, Unity and Universality. The vision of the Irish Red Cross is to be a leading humanitarian organisation, providing impartial services and support to vulnerable communities both at home and abroad. Our mission is to identify and deliver humanitarian assistance to those who are most in need. Migration is a priority focus for the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement internationally as well as for the IRC in Ireland. Ireland, along with other countries, has experienced considerably more inward migration in recent years from people in need of protection and, as a result, is challenged to respond with appropriate supports for all affected. 

The IRC has worked on migration for several years and is considered a key actor in responding to the humanitarian needs of refugees/ migrants seeking protection and a future in Ireland, with programming in the areas of resettlement and responding to the Ukraine crisis, among others. 

SUMMARY OF ROLE

The Irish Red Cross is tasked under its mandate as auxiliary to the Irish Government to strengthen responses to the welfare and wellbeing needs of migrants, refugees and beneficiaries of temporary protection. This role will be Dublin office based-full time working in HQ reception to be the first point of contact for all visitors arriving at the office in need of assistance. The role will work directly with the Migration team.

Please find details in the link below

JD_Liaison-Officer-Migration-05.2025.pdf