Project Officer WASH

Responsibilities

Job Description CRS is hiring a Project Officer WASH based in Bunia/Ituri, in Democratic Republic of the Congo. This position is intended for local recruitment in Democratic Republic of the Congo. Qualified candidates currently residing in Bunia or in Ituri will be privileged. As a member of the SHIELD project team, you will monitor and report on all project activities in support of Catholic Relief Services’ (CRS) work serving the poor and vulnerable. Your thorough, service-oriented approach will ensure that the project consistently applies best practices and works constantly to improve the impact of its benefits on the people we serve. Advertisement Support the coordination and implementation of all activities assigned to the project as defined in the detailed implementation plan, in accordance with CRS program quality principles and standards, donor requirements and good practices. Monitor and report any identified challenges and/or gaps to inform adjustments to implementation plans and timelines. Help partners think about their project experiences. Support accountability by coordinating project evaluation activities and assisting partners in their efforts to collect and analyze project data according to specified mechanisms and tools. Work with local partners to prepare reports according to schedule. Collect information on staff capacity needs and technical assistance needs of partner organizations and monitor capacity building and technical support activities to ensure effective impact. Complete the project documentation for assigned activities. Help identify information for case studies and reports on promising practices. Qualifications required: Relevant license in the field of WaSH, public health, rural development or any other relevant area for the position Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in project support. Graduates may be considered for this position. Experience in participatory action planning and community engagement. Desired Qualifications: Experience in monitoring projects and collecting relevant data is preferred. Experience in the field of WASH, especially in emergency Ebola and for an NGO would be a plus. Advertisement Knowledge, skills and abilities: Skill in the use of MS Windows and MS Office software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Observational, active listening and analytical skills with the ability to make a reasonable judgment Good relationship management skills and the ability to work closely with local partners and community members Attention to detail, accuracy and speed in the execution of assigned responsibilities Proactive(e), results oriented and service oriented Languages required: French, Swahili Travel: must be willing and able to travel up to 25%). Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A Female applicants are strongly encouraged Être résident/e dans l’Ituri est un plus. Catholic Relief Services is the official international humanitarian agency of the Catholic community in the United States. Catholic Relief Services works to save, protect, and transform lives in need in more than 100 countries, without regard to race, religion or nationality. Catholic Relief Services’ relief and development work is accomplished through programs of emergency response, HIV, health, agriculture, education, microfinance, and peacebuilding. We welcome as a part of our staff people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need. CRS’ processes and policies reflect our commitment to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation. CRS welcomes candidates from the countries and regions in which we work. In the event the successful candidate is an expatriate, the anticipated duration of the assignment is informed by a term limit, based on the type and level of the job and the needs of the agency. CRS is committed to safeguarding program participants, community members, staff and volunteers from all forms of exploitation and abuse. The successful candidate is expected to sign and adhere to CRS´ Code of Conduct. CRS talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding the rights and dignity of all people - especially children and vulnerable adults - to live free from abuse and harm. Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position. CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. General Requirements CRS offers are contingent on the selected candidate’s ability to legally work where the position is to be performed. Every government has a unique set of work permit eligibility requirements . All positions requiring residence or frequent travel outside a home country must undergo and clear a pre-employment medical clearance; some work permit processes require clearing a separate government administered medical examination. CRS prioritizes candidates who are citizens/ permanent residents of the countries where we have CRS offices. This position is no longer open. Before you apply We review listings for quality, but organizations may update or amend a posting at any time, so confirm the role and closing date on the organization’s official site before applying. No genuine employer charges a fee

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