Job Summary:
As a member of the Country Program’s (CP) Senior Management Team, you will provide leadership and management of the operational functions - Finance, Human Resources (HR), Supply Chain Management (SCM), Administration, Information and Communication Technology - in support of the Catholic Relief Services’ (CRS) mission to serve the poor and vulnerable. You will promote stewardship of resources, ensure principled compliance, proactively manage risk, and lead operational improvements. As part of the Senior Management Team you will proactively manage security and mitigate security risks, and support the Audit function. While based in Nairobi, this position serves both the Kenya and Somalia programs.
Required Languages – Excellent English language skills, Swahili and Somali an advantage
Travel - Must be willing and able to travel up to 30 % within Kenya and Somalia.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of multiple public donors’ regulations, including USAID, highly preferred.
Staff management experience and abilities that are conducive to a learning environment.
Knowledge of procurement and office administration/management issues.
Ability to represent the agency at high levels
Proficient in MS Office package (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio), Web Conferencing Applications, and information and budget management systems.
Demonstrated commitment to respect, equity, diversity and inclusion, including gender equality.
Supervisory Responsibilities: Direct supervisor for Finance Manager, HR Manager, Deputy Head of Operations, Insight Advisor.
Key Working Relationships:
Internal Head of Programs; Somalia Emergency Coordinator, Kenya and Somalia program and operations staff; support staff; Deputy Regional Director for Management Quality; regional technical advisors (RTAs) for MQ, various HQ departments.
External Consortium members and other partners, particularly Caritas partners.
Basic Qualifications
Master's degree in International Development, Business Administration, Finance or relevant field required.
Minimum of 5 years work experience in a management position with progressive responsibilities. Experience with an international NGO and experience outside country of origin preferred.
Additional experience may substitute for some education; additional
education may substitute for some experience.
Understanding of financial systems, including budgeting and budget/expense analysis experience. Knowledge of financial reporting software highly preferred.
Agency-wide Competencies (for all CRS Staff)
These are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results.
Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. We welcome as a part of our staff and as partners people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need.
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