Current Job Vacancies at Catholic Relief Services (CRS), 4th Sept., 2019

Catholic Relief Services (CRS) is an International non-governmental organization supporting relief and development work in over 99 countries around the world. CRS programs assist persons on the basis of need, regardless of creed, ethnicity or nationality. CRS is a global leader in agricultural livelihoods programming, and promotes resilience building in impoverished, disaster-affected, and climate change-impacted areas around the world. CRS re-established presence in Nigeria in 2000 and currently works in 32 of Nigeria’s 36 states, focusing on agriculture and livelihoods, health, and emergency programming.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Program Manager

Job Ref Code: PMR9419
Location: Yola, Adamawa
Band: 8
Department: Programs
Reports To: CRS Partnership and Capacity Strengthening Coordinator

Background

CRS has secured funding from Caritas Germany to implement a 3 year project Cash-Based Assistance for Conflict-Affected Households in the Lake Chad Basin – Nigeria
For Nigeria, Caritas Germany has entered into a bilateral agreement with Caritas Nigeria for achievement of Strategic Objective 1 – Crisis affected populations meet the priority needs for their Households and CRS for S02 – CBOs/FBOs have improved capacity to implement high quality, timely Cash Transfer Programs meeting the needs of crisis-affected populations
Caritas Germany has also entered into similar agreements with CRS Chad, Caritas Chad and Caritas Cameroon. Specifically, CRS Nigeria will work with Caritas Nigeria, including JDPC Maiduguri, to strength the capacity of Caritas Nigeria in emergency programming with an emphasis on cash transfer programming.

Job Summary

The successful candidate will support programming and implementation of Cash-Based Assistance for Conflict-Affected Households in the Lake Chad Basin – Nigeria advancing Catholic Relief Services’ (CRS) work in serving the poor and vulnerable
Your skills and knowledge will ensure that the CP delivers high-quality programming and continuously works towards improving the impact of its programming.

Key Job Responsibilities
Program Quality and Implementation:

Oversee and ensure the successful implementation of the program, in adherence with donor requirements
Ensure quality and timely implementation of the project against set objectives, targets and work plans
Support teams and partners in the development of DIPs and M&E components linked to SO2. Ensure DIP includes both programming events, as well as all management quality focused partner capacity strengthening events
Help assess and strengthen partnerships relevant to Cash Transfer Programming within an emergency context, applying appropriate application of partnership principles, concepts, tools and approaches.
Support programming of all activities throughout relevant project cycles – project design, start-up, implementation and close-out – to ensure efficient and effective implementation in line with CRS program quality principles and standards, donor requirements, and good practices
Ensure the project utilizes best practices, policies and guidelines consistent with humanitarian principles and SPHERE Standards
Actively support project activities through field visits, surveys and/or exchange of information with partners to assess progress, identify bottlenecks and take timely decisions to resolve issues and/or refer to relevant officials for timely resolution
Coordinate the identification of technical assistance needs of partners and capacity strengthening and required interventions to support quality project implementation
Analyze and evaluate project performance data following MEAL policy
Proactively identify issues and concerns and use participatory processes to overcome obstacles.
Manages project budget in compliance with donor guidelines and policies.
Ensure robust financial and monitoring and evaluation systems are in place for high quality programming
Reporting, Institutional Learning, Documentation and Sharing
Compile field-based reports to CRS and external donors
Identify, document and lead any efforts to document best practices and lessons learned from the project for organizational learning and donors.
Take the lead in the completion of success stories and case studies – modify as needed based on intended audience.
Integrates best practices from the project into CRS emergency programming.

Capacity Building and Supervision:

Support the capacity building of partners staff through on-job training, targeted technical guidance, coaching, mentoring, accompaniment and regular field visits
Support the development of partner capacity building plans and strategies
Ensure completion and dissemination of reports/documentation of relevant partnership initiatives in keeping with established requirements
Coordinate and monitor financial and material resources relevant to project needs. Through planning and oversight ensure efficient use of project resources
Remain current on agency guidelines, learning initiatives and policies related to capacity strengthening
Identify and coordinate relevant training events for CRS and partner staff to advance knowledge and skills cash transfer programming within an emergency context including project reflections, learning assessments, planning and facilitation guides.

Coordination and Representation:

Ensure effective coordination with CRS internal and partners staff and provide frequent feedback and updates
Manage relationships with key stakeholders and potential collaborators for cash transfer programming within an emergency context
Champion learning and collaboration with other project teams, partners, other Country Programs and CRS HQ.

Required Qualifications and Experience
Education and Experience:

Master’s Degree in International Development, International Relations or in the field of Cash Transfer Programming required. Additional experience may substitute for some education.
Minimum of 2 years of relevant field-based experience in coordinating or managing light to moderately complex projects required, preferably with an international NGO.
Additional experience may substitute for some education.
Project management experience in Cash Transfer Programming
Experience engaging with partner organizations and building partner capacity
MEAL skills and experience preferred.
Experience using MS Windows and MS Office packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Web Conferencing Applications, information management systems.
Able to communicate in English Language (speaking and written) is mandatory
Able to speak in Hausa and or Kanuri is an additional advantage.

Personal Skills:

Strong critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills with ability to make sound judgment.
Strong relationship management skills and the ability to work effectively with culturally diverse groups.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to write reports
Proactive, results and service-oriented
Required/Desired Foreign Language: Hausa or Kanuri.

Job Title: Head of Office

Job Ref Code: HDC9419
Location: Yola, Adamawa (with frequent travel within Northeast (NE) Nigeria (including within security level III states))
Band: 10
Department: Operations
Reports To: Deputy Country Representative, NE Nigeria

Job Summary

Through the Head of Office, Adamawa State, CRS will continue to offer high quality humanitarian and development assistance to communities in Adamawa State. Based in Yola, the Head of Office (HOO) Adamawa will oversee CRS’ operations support in Adamawa State.
S/he will maintain coordination and communication with key operations personnel based in NE Nigeria for the agency’s humanitarian and development assistance ensuring integration with the country program operations and program quality standards.
The HOO supervises the Adamawa office in maintaining quality implementation, overseeing the overall administration, logistics, coordination and finances.
The HOO focus is to assist in the office team stay abreast of the multiple activities, grant technical financial and policy oversight, provide guidance and support to the partner organizations, support the capacity building of CRS staff with active hands-on collaboration, and maintain open channels of communication and coordination with programming and operations staff with the NE main office in Maiduguri.
The HOO will also manage the quality and timeliness for all financial and administrative reporting.
He/she will promote coordination between other offices in the NE and ensure integration and collaboration across CRS’ development and humanitarian assistance.
S/he defers to DCR/NE authority on major issues of policy and procedure and is the chief security officer for CRS in Adamawa State.

Specific Responsibilities
Operational Quality and Management:

Oversee specific and clearly defined operational directions and day to day activities as indicated in the donor agreements, successful implementation of operational strategies, M&E, financial, programmatic, and staff management.
Serves as operational point person for the program and provides strategic and technical leadership to CRS staff in Adamawa and partners for all of its operational components.
Oversees management and maintenance of up to date operational documentation related to all project approvals, monitoring and implementation in both hard and soft copies.
Promotes strong operational linkages and exchange with other CRS offices engaged in similar programming to ensure the sharing of best practices and expertise, and particularly across the northeast operations and the country program.

Partnership and Capacity Building:

Establishes and maintains excellent collaborative working relationships with local partners
Manages relationships, negotiations and intensive communication efforts with partners in all phases of grant/project implementation
Facilitates coordination with partners, including knowledge management, learning and capacity building for partner staff

Reporting:

Ensures timely and quality preparation of donor project narrative reports, quarterly performance indicator tracking tables, baseline and final evaluation reports, as well as other reports needed/required by the local government, donors, the region or headquarters as per reporting schedules.

Security

Supervises the Security Officer for Adamawa State and oversees overall security management in Adamawa State; ensures cohesion, application of security instructions and guidance as well as regular updates of Adamawa State specific security procedures and manuals.

Budgeting, Financial Planning and Compliance:

Ensures proper financial management systems are in place and followed in coordination with the Awards Management Officer (AMO) and finance team/department.
Ensures grant/project management compliance with donor regulations.
Ensures the review and timely submission of financial reports by partners working in close coordination with the AMO, finance team and other resource management staff in North East Nigeria.
In collaboration with program and operations leadership, and the finance staff/department, reviews and analyzes budget comparison reports and takes necessary steps to ensure proper management and utilization of grant/project budgets.
Ensures that systems are in place for the management of equipment and local procurement activities in support to grant/project successful implementation.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervises and mentors operational staff working on specific-based project support activities
Ensures timely and quality adherence to CRS Performance Management System for all staff under his/her supervision.
Prepares employee job descriptions, performance plans and performance appraisals for projects officers/assistants that are engaged for specific clearly defined projects in coordination with other program and operations managers.
Ensures CRS grant/project staff have the equipment and logistical support needed to carry out their roles/responsibilities.
Contributes to the planning and implementation of capacity building for grant/project-based staff

Required Qualifications and Experience

Master’s degree in Development, Project Management, Business, Organizational Development, Non-formal Education, Psychology or Public Administration; significant work experience in a directly related field will be considered in lieu of graduate degree.
Minimum of 8 (eight) years of experience in project management, within international organizations or the private sector, including: management of human resources, project activities and/or budgets;
Experience working in security compromised areas
Experience managing an office in a field-based setting
Experience with high level representation with various partners
Demonstrated experience in community mobilization, organization and mediation among local actors
Excellent writing and communication skills in English. Working knowledge of either Hausa or Kanuri highly desirable.
Strong cross-cultural skills and experience working with people from different ethnic/cultural backgrounds
Demonstrated capacities to establish and maintain strong, collaborative working relationships with donors, government officials, local organizations, communities and other stakeholders
Proven ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
Proven ability to develop proposals and write reports meeting donor requirements
Must be able to work independently and represent CRS
Proficiency in computer applications (MS Word, Excel)
Willingness to travel within northeast Nigeria
Must be familiar with and committed to gender equity in programming and management practices

Deadline: 5:00pm, 17th September, 2019.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should download the “Application Form” below and send with a detailed Resume as one document in PDF indicating position being applied for and the Job Ref Code as the subject of the application (e.g. Program Manager, PMR9419) to: ng.recruitment_agriculture@crs.org

Click here to download Application Form – (Dropbox Doc.)

Click here for more information – (Dropbox Doc.)

Job Title: Grant Manager

Job Ref Code:GMR9419
Location: Abuja
Band: 9
Department: Programs
Reports to: Chief of Party

Job Summary

The Grant Manager is responsible for overall budget monitoring and compliance oversight of the Global Fund malaria grant and all related sub-grants/sub-contracts.
S/he oversees the design and implementation of strong internal controls and appropriate financial reporting procedures/policies to minimise/manage risks associated with grant implementation, safeguard Global Fund’s resources, achieve consistent compliance with Global Fund grant agreement, approved workplan/budget, Global Fund policies and guidelines, as well as CRS’ policies and procedures.
S/he coordinates assessments and the identification of needs for support in compliance, budgeting and financial management and their implementation as well as actively works with the sub-recipient (SR) on their grant management capacity.
In coordination with the program team and CRS Nigeria and HQ finance and compliance teams, s/he develops and implements the strategy to prevent or reduce compliance-related liabilities and risks.
The scope of work covers all aspects of financial and grant management of the Global Fund Malaria grant implemented by CRS in Nigeria.

Specific Job Responsibilities
Grants Management and Budgeting:

In coordination with the Chief of Party, ensure that all SR, partner and service provider agreements and amendments are well prepared, grant files are updated/maintained on Gateway, key grant documents are shared with the Nigeria and HQ finance teams, and that the GFSU reviews all relevant agreements and amendments
Ensure that donor required reports are prepared accurately and disseminated within the due dates; coordinate financial reporting with the CRS/Nigeria and HQ finance teams. This includes ensuring that reports (e.g. PU/DRs, AFRs, etc.) are discussed collectively with the different functions (program management, PSM, M&E, finance) to ensure quality analysis of the issues and identification of appropriate solutions, ensuring that this is captured in the report and carrying out accuracy and quality checks before submission to the Global Fund.
Review all management letters and ensure that all issues raised are resolved expeditiously in collaboration with the Global Fund Program Manager and Team (Global Fund).
Lead the identification of budget and compliance needs and oversee the implementation of trainings on budgeting and compliance with all relevant Global Fund malaria program staff and the SR(s) under the grant.
Proactively track budget spending against the budget and provide recommendations to the Chief of Party on needed actions

Compliance:

Ensure that all program activities are compliant with both CRS and Global Fund policies, procedures and regulations
Serve as the principal point of contact on grant management and compliance issues with CRS Nigeria and HQ Finance and Compliance staff, the LFA and Global Fund program staff
Ensure project documents and financial records are maintained and readily available for internal/external audits and reviews

SR Financial Assessments, Monitoring and Support:

Lead implementation of CRS’ sub-recipient financial management policy for the Global Fund malaria program; ensure that staff understand and are correctly implementing the policy
Ensure that the Global Fund malaria program has in place and adheres to a schedule of planned SR monitoring visits; the basis for the selection, timing and frequency of its monitoring visits should be properly documented
Ensure that assessments and monitoring visits are being carried out in accordance with CRS policies about timeliness, comprehensiveness, professionalism and documentation
If needed, ensure that corrective action plans are prepared within sixty calendar days of the assessment or monitoring visit, and that program staff are supporting the SR to address the identified issues within agreed timelines.
Ensure financial and programming staff participate in the financial monitoring of the SR (including site visits); trip reports must indicate the monitoring steps performed, the processes reviewed, and the result of the testing and reviews
Review and analyses assessment, monitoring, trip reports and monthly updates on a timely manner and to inform follow-up actions

Human Resources:

Lead, direct, mentor and coach a team of finance and grants compliance staff to meet GF program objectives
Take the lead in setting annual Global Fund malaria program finance and compliance targets and ensure that specific tasks are built in staff performance plans
Conduct periodic reviews of staff performance in keeping with CRS’ performance management system and mentor staff to ensure high levels of motivation, commitment, capacity, and teamwork
Lead the identification of performance gaps and needs of program, SR and partner staff and ensure the design and delivery of high-quality support and technical assistance to program staff, SRs and states

Qualifications and Skills

ICAN or equivalent professional qualification (CA, CPA, ACCA) strongly recommended
Master’s Degree in Administration, Accounting or Finance, Organizational Development, Management or another relevant field
Minimum of ten (10) years’ experience in non-profit Accounting and grant management, preferably with an International Organization, with at least 6 years’ experience at the management level.
Must be a, self-motivated, problem solving individual with high levels of initiative
Good understanding of Global Fund policies and guidelines is required
Thorough knowledge of best practices in capacity strengthening with prior experience of integrating this with programming; experience in curriculum design and development.
Excellent experience in budgeting and budget management
Demonstrated ability to transfer knowledge to diverse audiences through participatory adult learning, mentoring, distance education, and other formal and non-formal methods; experience in the design of and delivery of training workshops
Must demonstrate a good understanding of contemporary management best practices
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, demonstrating diplomacy and tact
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills
Excellent knowledge of computer software – MS Office (PowerPoint and Excel especially), experience with SunSystems, Adaptive Planning, Salesforce and JD Edwards software a plus
Must be flexible and can work independently and as part of a team
Willingness and ability to travel in-country (sometimes on short notice) up to 50%

Job Title: Head of Office

Through the Head of Office, Adamawa State, CRS will continue to offer high quality humanitarian and development assistance to communities in Adamawa State. Based in Yola, the Head of Office (HOO) Adamawa will oversee CRS’ operations support in Adamawa State.
S/he will maintain coordination and communication with key operations personnel based in NE Nigeria for the agency’s humanitarian and development assistance ensuring integration with the country program operations and program quality standards.
The HOO supervises the Adamawa office in maintaining quality implementation, overseeing the overall administration, logistics, coordination and finances.
The HOO focus is to assist in the office team stay abreast of the multiple activities, grant technical financial and policy oversight, provide guidance and support to the partner organizations, support the capacity building of CRS staff with active hands-on collaboration, and maintain open channels of communication and coordination with programming and operations staff with the NE main office in Maiduguri.
The HOO will also manage the quality and timeliness for all financial and administrative reporting.
He/she will promote coordination between other offices in the NE and ensure integration and collaboration across CRS’ development and humanitarian assistance.
S/he defers to DCR/NE authority on major issues of policy and procedure and is the chief security officer for CRS in Adamawa State.

Specific Responsibilities
Operational Quality and Management:

Oversee specific and clearly defined operational directions and day to day activities as indicated in the donor agreements, successful implementation of operational strategies, M&E, financial, programmatic, and staff management.
Serves as operational point person for the program and provides strategic and technical leadership to CRS staff in Adamawa and partners for all of its operational components.
Oversees management and maintenance of up to date operational documentation related to all project approvals, monitoring and implementation in both hard and soft copies.
Promotes strong operational linkages and exchange with other CRS offices engaged in similar programming to ensure the sharing of best practices and expertise, and particularly across the northeast operations and the country program.

Partnership and Capacity Building:

Establishes and maintains excellent collaborative working relationships with local partners
Manages relationships, negotiations and intensive communication efforts with partners in all phases of grant/project implementation
Facilitates coordination with partners, including knowledge management, learning and capacity building for partner staff

Reporting:

Ensures timely and quality preparation of donor project narrative reports, quarterly performance indicator tracking tables, baseline and final evaluation reports, as well as other reports needed/required by the local government, donors, the region or headquarters as per reporting schedules.

Security

Supervises the Security Officer for Adamawa State and oversees overall security management in Adamawa State; ensures cohesion, application of security instructions and guidance as well as regular updates of Adamawa State specific security procedures and manuals.

Budgeting, Financial Planning and Compliance:

Ensures proper financial management systems are in place and followed in coordination with the Awards Management Officer (AMO) and finance team/department.
Ensures grant/project management compliance with donor regulations.
Ensures the review and timely submission of financial reports by partners working in close coordination with the AMO, finance team and other resource management staff in North East Nigeria.
In collaboration with program and operations leadership, and the finance staff/department, reviews and analyzes budget comparison reports and takes necessary steps to ensure proper management and utilization of grant/project budgets.
Ensures that systems are in place for the management of equipment and local procurement activities in support to grant/project successful implementation.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervises and mentors operational staff working on specific-based project support activities
Ensures timely and quality adherence to CRS Performance Management System for all staff under his/her supervision.
Prepares employee job descriptions, performance plans and performance appraisals for projects officers/assistants that are engaged for specific clearly defined projects in coordination with other program and operations managers.
Ensures CRS grant/project staff have the equipment and logistical support needed to carry out their roles/responsibilities.
Contributes to the planning and implementation of capacity building for grant/project-based staff

Required Qualifications and Experience

Master’s degree in Development, Project Management, Business, Organizational Development, Non-formal Education, Psychology or Public Administration; significant work experience in a directly related field will be considered in lieu of graduate degree.
Minimum of 8 (eight) years of experience in project management, within international organizations or the private sector, including: management of human resources, project activities and/or budgets;
Experience working in security compromised areas
Experience managing an office in a field-based setting
Experience with high level representation with various partners
Demonstrated experience in community mobilization, organization and mediation among local actors
Excellent writing and communication skills in English. Working knowledge of either Hausa or Kanuri highly desirable.
Strong cross-cultural skills and experience working with people from different ethnic/cultural backgrounds
Demonstrated capacities to establish and maintain strong, collaborative working relationships with donors, government officials, local organizations, communities and other stakeholders
Proven ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
Proven ability to develop proposals and write reports meeting donor requirements
Must be able to work independently and represent CRS
Proficiency in computer applications (MS Word, Excel)
Willingness to travel within northeast Nigeria
Must be familiar with and committed to gender equity in programming and management practices

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should download the “CRS Application Form” using the link below, fill and send with a detailed Resume as one document (in a PDF Format) indicating position being applied for and the Job Ref Code as the subject of the application to: ng.recruitment_health@crs.org

Click here to Download Application Form (Doc) – Dropbox

Click Here for Job Details (Docx)

Additional Information
Equal Employer Opportunity:

“CRS is an equal –opportunity employer, does not discriminate based on race, color, religion and we are committed to gender sensitive programming and management’. etc.
Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply”

Safeguarding:

By applying to this job, I understand and acknowledge that CRS requires its staff to treat all people with dignity and respect and to actively prevent harassment, abuse, exploitation, and human trafficking. Further, I understand that if I am a successful candidate, I will be subject to a comprehensive background check, and my personal/professional references will be asked to evaluate my behaviors related to the above safeguarding-related topics.

Statement of Commitment to Protection:

‘’CRS’ recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

Note

CRS is an equal-opportunity employer, does not discriminate based on race, color, religion and we are committed to gender sensitive programming and management’. etc.
Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.

Safeguarding:

By applying to this job, I understand and acknowledge that CRS requires its staff to treat all people with dignity and respect and to actively prevent harassment, abuse, exploitation, and human trafficking
Further, I understand that if I am a successful candidate, I will be subject to a comprehensive background check, and my personal/professional references will be asked to evaluate my behaviors related to the above safeguarding-related topics.

Current Job Vacancies at Catholic Relief Services (CRS), 4th Sept., 2019

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