Global Automation and IT System Specialist At Relief International

We are currently recruiting a Global Automation and IT System Specialist to join our IT team.

This is a remote position open to candidates based in Kenya, Pakistan or Jordan.

At Relief International, we are committed to building a representative, inclusive and authentic workplace. We strongly encourage applications from candidates from minoritized backgrounds and those who bring lived experience of the contexts in which we work.

We are proud to be a global recruiter, hiring people from around the world. We offer competitive salaries and benefit packages for all staff that are applied fairly and transparently. This means we are unable to advertise the salary as it is dependent on the local job market of the staff member; we will inform shortlisted candidates of the salary range as part of the selection process.

This role is classified as requiring standard pre-employment checks.

About Relief International

Relief International is an international non-profit organization that partners with communities impacted by conflict, climate change and disaster to save lives, build greater resilience and promote long-term health and wellbeing. We work in countries across Africa, Asia, and the Middle East, providing Health and Nutrition, WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene), Education and Livelihoods programming that creates the foundation for community resilience.

About the Opportunity

The Global Automation and IT System Specialist is a key technical expert within Relief International’s global IT function, responsible for transforming business processes through automation and digital solutions. Working closely with global support teams, country offices and cross-functional working groups, you will drive automation initiatives using Microsoft Power Platform technologies while also supporting SharePoint, Microsoft 365 and core IT systems administration. Approximately 60% of the role focuses on automation, reporting and digital transformation, with the remaining 40% dedicated to broader IT systems support.

Your Responsibilities

This role includes the following responsibilities.

  • Design, develop and maintain automated business processes and workflows using Microsoft Power Automate, Power Apps and related technologies to improve organizational efficiency.
  • Develop and enhance Power BI dashboards, reports and data solutions that support decision-making across multiple departments.
  • Lead the administration, support and migration of business processes from Smartsheet to the Microsoft Power Platform environment.
  • Administer and support SharePoint Online and Microsoft 365 services, including Teams, OneDrive, Exchange Online and integrated workflow solutions.
  • Support global IT operations, including Azure/Entra ID administration, user access management, systems infrastructure support, user training and continuous improvement initiatives.

About You

You will bring the following experience and skills.

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
  • Demonstrated experience developing robotic process automation solutions using Microsoft Power Automate within enterprise environments.
  • Strong expertise in Power Apps, Power Automate, Power Fx, Dataverse, Power BI, SharePoint Online and Microsoft 365 administration.
  • Experience supporting IT infrastructure, cloud-based platforms, user administration and systems integration.
  • Experience working with Smartsheet, Azure DevOps and business process improvement initiatives.
  • Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively across global teams.
  • Professional fluency in English is essential. Microsoft Power Automate RPA certifications and knowledge of AI and machine learning technologies are desirable.

Research shows that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single requirement. If you’re excited about this role, but your experience doesn’t align with every criteria described, we encourage you to apply anyway—you could be exactly what we need!

How to apply

To apply for this post, click on the Apply button in the job advert page.

  • You will be asked to upload a CV and Cover Letter.
  • The cover letter should be one page and explain why you are interested in this post with Relief International and how your skills and experience make you a good fit.

Closing Date

31 July, 2026.

As a humanitarian organization, Relief International is committed to the safeguarding of all those we come into contact with through our work. We are committed to the core humanitarian principles regarding prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse. Relief International expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and uphold the values and behaviors outlined in the Code of Conduct.

Recruitment to all roles in Relief International includes a criminal records self-declaration, references, and other pre-employment checks, which may include police and qualifications checks.

Due to the nature of this role, we will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis and the role might be filled and closed before the closing date. Early applications are encouraged. To apply for this position, you will need to have the right to work in your country of residence within a Relief International country programme or support office location.