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About Mercy Corps
Our mission: to alleviate suffering, poverty, and oppression by helping people build secure, productive, and just communities.
We work on the front lines of conflict and climate change, pairing local knowledge with global resources to help communities cope in the midst of crisis, adapt to a changing world, and thrive into the future.
At Mercy Corps, we seek solutions to the world's toughest challenges. To tackle the compounding impacts of poverty, conflict and climate change, we bring together bold ideas and the lived experience of people who know their communities best – scaling what works to achieve lasting, transformational change. We deliver lifesaving aid, support people to recover and rebuild, and advance long-lasting solutions in the world's most fragile places. Lasting change starts with meaningful impact.
Mercy Corps will soon be undertaking an exciting rebrand and becoming Prosper Global. Further information can be found at our website https://www.mercycorps.org/prosper-global.
Role Overview
We are currently seeking a visionary leader for the role of Chief Technology Officer. This critical position will be integral to our global strategy, "Pathway to Prosperity." It will drive our efforts to build a holistic technology and digital strategy, positioning Mercy Corps as a significant player in the information and technology space. Indeed, innovation platforms are one of our global strategy's “pathways to impact.”
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The ideal candidate will have a proven ability to unify diverse stakeholders aligned around a cohesive vision and strategy for using technology for the future of development and humanitarian arenas. This role requires someone who can navigate complex environments and partner both internally and externally building relationships with donors and funders to support Mercy Corps' strategic deployment of technological solutions.
To apply, please submit a CV and covering letter detailing how you fulfill the role description and personal specification to Perret Laver's Vacancies page quoting reference 8598. The deadline for applications is 9:00am ET on Sunday, September 27, 2026.
Living Conditions / Environmental Conditions
The position is based from home/local office with a preference for candidates based in the Netherlands, France, Republic of Ireland, Belgium, or the UK, though candidates from other geographies are encouraged to apply. Candidates must have the right to work in their preferred location at the time of appointment. Occasional travel, which may include travel to insecure locations where freedom of movement is limited and areas where amenities are limited, may be required.
Salary Range
The salary for the role will vary based on location and experience and the range will start at $220,000 to $230,000 USD. The salary will be benchmarked across our different regions of operation and paid in the regional currency.
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Mercy Corps is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected under applicable law.
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