Job Description

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 the 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 position;

Position Title:        Project Officer – Safeguarding and Protection

Duty Station:        CRS/Addis Ababa Office

Employment Term:   Indefinite period contingent upon funding of the program

Reports To:          Program Manager - Safeguarding and Protection  

Required no:         One

Application Deadline:  January 19, 2021

Job Summary:

As a member of the Safeguarding and Protection unit, you will support CRS Ethiopia Safeguarding and Protection activities. You will provide assistance in different capacity building activities to mitigate safeguarding and protection risks and ensure safeguarding and protection concerns are addressed as per CRS safeguarding policy. 

 Job Responsibilities:

•  Support the safeguarding and protection unit in different capacity strengthening and awareness raising activities to enhance staff and partners capacity on safeguarding and protection.
• Participate in different safeguarding and protection assessments to better ensure safeguarding and protection concerns in different programs and projects.
• Support the country program in setting up and managing hotline system as feedback and response mechanism for protection issues.
• Collaborate with safeguarding and protection team in designing IEC and training materials on safeguarding and protection issues.
• Support in the development of TOR and reports for different safeguarding and protection activities
• Work together with safeguarding and protection manager to ensure protection mainstreaming in all CRS programs.
• Participate in the development of protection mainstreaming tools, checklist and guidance for various CRS projects.
• Participate in different safeguarding and protection meetings and networks representing CRS.
• Provide any support for safeguarding and protection unit as may be requested by the supervisor.

Job Requirements

Typical Background, Experience & Requirements:

• BA/ MA degree in gender, Law or Social Sciences
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience for MA degree and four (4) years for BA degree 
• Proven experience in safeguarding, protection, gender, or law
• Fluency in English and the local language
• Able to work on a high level with Word, Power Point, and Excel
• A previous experience in an international NGOs and/or institution is a strong advantage

Personal Skills 

• Demonstrated ability to work in a team-oriented environment with good 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

Required/Desired Foreign Language: English

Travel Required: Willingness to travel and spend his/her 40 to 50% time in the field and away from the post to ensure quality programming.  

 Key Working Relationships:

Key Working Relationships:

Supervisory: 

Internal: Safeguarding and Protection program team members, MEAL team, Deputy Country Representative, Human Resource

External: Ethiopian Catholic Church partners, other local partners, Protection cluster, PSEA national network

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.

• Integrity  
• Continuous Improvement & Innovation 
• Builds Relationships  
• Develops Talent 
• Strategic Mindset 
• Accountability & Stewardship 

How to Apply

You should fill the application form through this link;https://form.jotform.com/210070323645545and attach your up-to-date CV on/before the application deadline of January 19, 2021. 

You will be contacted only if selected for a written exam/interview. Phone solicitations will not be accepted. These job opportunities are open to Ethiopian nationals only.

CRS requires its staff to treat all people with dignity and respect and to actively prevent harassment, abuse, exploitation, and human trafficking. 

** Qualified women & persons with disability are highly encouraged to apply**