The International Rescue Committee (IRC)

  • Nairobi, Nairobi County, Kenya, 62727-00200 View on Map

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  • Sectors NGO/Non-Profit
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  • Founded Since  1850

Company Description

The International Rescue Committee (IRC)

The International Rescue Committee (IRC), founded in 1933 at Albert Einstein’s request, is a global humanitarian NGO dedicated to assisting refugees and those affected by conflict and disaster. Headquartered in New York City, the IRC operates in over 40 countries and 26 US cities, delivering emergency aid, resettlement services, health care, education, economic recovery, and safety support.

Led since 2013 by President and CEO David Miliband, the organization manages annual revenues exceeding US $800 million, reflecting its scale and impact. With over 24,000 staff, the IRC responds within 72 hours to crises, coupling immediate relief with long-term rebuilding. It also champions educational opportunities through global programs and advocates for famine prevention in regions like East Africa and Sudan .