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Project Assistant Multiple positions

Catholic Relief Services (CRS)

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2 years

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2019-10-26

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2019-11-04

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About CRS: “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 partner’s people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need.”

 

In Ethiopia, CRS has a long and rich history of providing emergency relief and development assistance to the people of Ethiopia since 1958. At present, CRS/Ethiopia implements multiple projects through different partner organizations. CRS/Ethiopia has a highly diverse portfolio currently focusing on community-based food and livelihood security through activities in agriculture, health, peacebuilding, WASH, emergency relief, and savings and lending. CRS is active in nearly all regions of Ethiopia: Tigray, Amhara, Oromia, Southern Nations, Nationalities, and Peoples' Region (SNNPR), Somali, Benishangul Gumuz, Afar, and Dire Dawa Regions.

 

CRS strictly adheres to its Policy on Protection of Children and Vulnerable Adults among its staff, consultants, volunteers, and affiliates. CRS is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer: women, minorities and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

 

As part of CRS family, you will join the more than 5000 strong and vibrant individuals working globally to accomplish the mission of CRS. CRS/Ethiopia invites you, the qualified candidate, to apply for the following positions;

Position Title 1:

Project Assistant-Emergency

Job Grade:

IV

Duty Station:

Ethiopia/Addis Ababa

Required Number:

Two

Employment term:

Indefinite term contingent upon funding of the Emergency program

Reports to:

Project Manager- Cash Transfer & PM I-Emergency

Application Deadline

November 04, 2019

 

Job Summary:

You will provide service in the day-to-day delivery of responsive, effective and efficient project administrative activities in support of the Catholic Relief Services’ (CRS) mission to serve the poor and vulnerable. You will provide consistent and high-quality service and contribute to the proper stewardship of project resources to help ensure operational effectiveness in support of high-quality programming.

Typical Background, Experience & Requirements:

Education and Experience

  • Completion of 1st Degree or Completion of College Diploma (Social or Natural Science)
  • 2 years for 1st Degree or 6 years for College Diploma
  • Experience working in emergency projects specifically shelter and cash programming. Experience with a local or international NGO a plus.
  • Experience with typing/word processing, data entry into online databases and forms, and working with various office equipment.
  • Experience in MS Office package (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio) and information management systems. Proficient in Word.

 

Personal Skills

  • Good time management skills with ability to work on multiple tasks
  • Strong customer service orientation with good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proactive, resourceful, solutions oriented and results-oriented

 

Position Title 2:

Project Assistant-Livelihoods

Job Grade:

IV

Duty Station:

Ethiopia/Addis Ababa

Required Number:

One

Employment term:

Indefinite term contingent upon funding of the LRO program

Reports to:

Technical Advisor-I Technical Training and Wage Employment

Application Deadline

November 04, 2019

 

Job Summary:

You will provide service in the day-to-day delivery of responsive, effective and efficient project administrative activities in support of Catholic Relief Services (CRS)-lead Feed the Future Livelihoods for Resilience -Oromia Activity, which works with the Ethiopia Catholic Church and Social and Development Coordination Office of Meki (MCS) to support PSNP clients in 9 woreda in Arsi, West Arsi and East Shewa zones.  You will provide consistent and high-quality service and contribute to the proper stewardship of project resources to help ensure operational effectiveness in support of high-quality programming.


Typical Background, Experience & Requirements:

Education and Experience

  • Completion of 1st Degree or Completion of College Diploma (Social or Natural Science)
  • 2 years for 1st Degree or 6 years for College Diploma
  • Experience working in an office environment in a clerical or administrative role. Experience with a local or international NGO a plus.
  • Experience with typing/word processing, data entry into online databases and forms, and working with various office equipment.
  • Experience in MS Office package (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio) and information management systems. Proficient in Word.

Personal Skills

  • Good time management skills with ability to work on multiple tasks
  • Strong customer service orientation with good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proactive, resourceful, solutions-oriented and results-oriented


Position Title 3:

Project Assistant– LRO MEAL

Job Grade:

IV

Duty Station:

Ethiopia/Addis Ababa

Required Number:

One

Employment term:

Indefinite term contingent up on funding of the LRO program

Reports to:

MEAL Manager MEAL

Application Deadline

November 04, 2019

 

Typical Background, Experience & Requirements:

Education and Experience

  • Completion of 1st Degree or Completion of College Diploma (Social or Natural Science)
  • 2 years for 1st Degree or 6 years for College Diploma
  • Experience working in an office environment in a clerical or administrative role. Experience with a local or international NGO a plus.
  • Experience with typing/word processing, data entry into online databases and forms, and working with various office equipment.
  • Experience in MS Office package (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio) and information management systems. Proficient in Word.

Personal Skills

  • Good time management skills with ability to work on multiple tasks
  • Strong customer service orientation with good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Observation, active listening and analysis skills with ability to make sound judgment
  • Good relationship management skills and the ability to work closely with local partners and community members
  •  Attention to details, accuracy and timeliness in executing assigned responsibilities
  • Proactive, results-oriented and service-oriented


Announcement:

Internal/External

Position Title 4:

Project Assistant-DFSA

Job Grade:

IV

Duty Station:

Ethiopia/Addis Ababa

Required Number:

One

Employment term:

Indefinite term contingent upon funding of the DFSA program

Reports to:

DCOP-Finance & Compliance-DFSA

Application Deadline

November 04, 2019

 

Job Summary:

Provide service in the day-to-day delivery of responsive, effective and efficient project administrative activities in support of the Joint Emergency Operation’s objective of serving acutely food insecure individuals. You will provide consistent and high-quality service and contribute to the proper stewardship of project resources to help ensure operational effectiveness in support of DFSA program activities.


Typical Background, Experience & Requirements:

Education and Experience

  • Completion of 1st Degree or Completion of College Diploma (Social or Natural Science)
  • 2 years for 1st Degree or 6 years for College Diploma
  • Experience working in an office environment in a clerical or administrative role. Experience with a local or international NGO a plus.
  • Experience with typing/word processing, data entry into online databases and forms, and working with various office equipment.
  • Experience in MS Office package (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio) and information management systems. Proficient in Word.

 

Personal Skills

  • Good relationship management skills and the ability to work closely with local partners and community members
  • Attention to details, accuracy and timeliness in executing assigned responsibilities
  • Good time management skills with ability to work on multiple tasks
  • Strong customer service orientation with good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proactive, resourceful, solutions oriented and results-oriented

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.

  • Trusting Relationships
  •  Professional Growth
  • Partnership
  • Accountability

Job Requirements


 

How to Apply

Please enter via https://form.myjotform.com/92872792290569 fill a form and attach your up-to-date CV before the application deadline, November 04, 2019.             

Applications should be submitted by November 04, 2019 up to 5:00 PM, late submission will not be accepted. These job opportunities are open to Ethiopian nationals only. Phone solicitations cannot be accepted. You will be contacted only if you are selected for written exam/interview.

 

** Qualified women are highly encouraged to apply**

CRS' talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

Equal Opportunity Employer