Project Officer Sr

Required Languages - Fluent in English and Hindi

Travel - 40% of the time.

 Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in international development, economics, statistics, or related field
• Minimum 4 years’ progressively responsible experience in MEAL, at least in one of the four programme priority areas of CRS.
• Excellent grasp of both quantitative and qualitative analytical tools/programmes
• Excellent knowledge of standard computer programs: Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Preferred Qualifications

• Specialized training or certification in MEAL.
• Experience monitoring projects and collecting relevant data.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 

• Self-motivated, flexible and ability to work both independently and in teams
• Detail-oriented with strong capacity in quality data analysis, planning and organization
• Strong analytical skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of ICT4D approaches and tools
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple tasks among various staff and departments not under supervisory control
• Ability to facilitate workshops, make presentations, and conduct training of MEAL topics for both specialists and non-specialist audiences
• Self-motivated, flexible and ability to work both independently and in teams 
• Detail-oriented with strong capacity in quality data analysis, planning and organization 
• Strong analytical skills. 
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, ability to influence key stakeholders with whom there is no direct reporting relationship; as well as good judgment and commitment to achieving high standards of excellence. 

Supervisory Responsibilities (if none, state none) - None

Key Working Relationships:

Internal: Heads of Office, Head of Programs, Technical Advisor , Senior Project Officers,

External: Implementing Partners

Agency Competencies (for all CRS Staff):

• Personal Accountability – Consistently takes responsibility for one’s own actions. 
• Acts with Integrity - Consistently models values aligned with CRS Guiding Principles and mission.  Is considered honest.
• Builds and Maintains Trust - Shows consistency between words and actions.
• Collaborates with Others – Works effectively in intercultural and diverse teams.
• Open to Learn – Seeks out experiences that may change perspective or provide an opportunity to learn new things.

Agency Leadership Competencies:

• Lead Change – Continually looks for ways to improve the agency through a culture of agility, openness, and innovation.
• Develops and Recognizes Others – Builds the capacity of staff to reach their full potential and enhance team and agency performance.
• Strategic Mindset – Understands role in translating, communicating, and implementing agency strategy and team priorities.

Disclaimer: 

This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.

Only Indian Nationals are invited and encouraged to apply for this position. 

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

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.