Deadline: Ongoing
The Catholic Relief Services (CRS) is currently seeking applications from the eligible applicants for the post of Head of Programs, based in Kampala, Uganda.
CRS carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas.
Key Job Responsibilities
The Head of Programs will perform the following functions-
- Provide management oversight for ongoing programs.
- Ensure program quality through implementation of project review systems, comprehensive M&E systems and staff/partner development.
- Ensure that every project in CP has a M&E plan, and full adheres to the new MEAL policy and procedures.
- Assist program staff to use appropriate project management tools to plan, review and track progress on project implementation as well as on the utilization of project resources.
- Work with program staff to ensure that all programming documents (Annual Program Plans, project proposals/reports, etc.) are of the highest quality.
- Ensure that all projects are guided by Uganda, EARO and agency Strategic Plans.
- Work with program staff to ensure CRS interventions are integrated wherever appropriate in order to increase impact.
- Ensure transparent coordination mechanisms and regular information-sharing with relevant staff.
- Actively participate as a member of the Senior Management Team (SMT) and contribute to Strategic Planning and key decisions of the CP.
- Ensure co-ordination between CRS Uganda program and EARO for RTA visits and proposal review
- Work with HR and program staff to develop and use standardized job descriptions and performance review. Develop the career paths of staff in the department.
- Ensure that programming staff are cognizant of CP, region and agency strategies, and the general and sectoral program quality principles.
- Ensure that in-house training skills and expertise are shared among staff.
- Work in close coordination with other department heads to promote a team approach that involves programming staff at all levels whenever possible/appropriate.
- Identify program priorities and actively develop a plan for program growth in active engagement with partners, CP staff, regional/HQ technical advisors, and the business development team.
- Lead/supervise the preparation of proposals for CRS program strategies/interventions from intel gathering and capture planning to submission; work closely with the BD RTA and DRD/PQ EARO.
- Ensure that CRS program managers and field staff maintain good relationships with the Church and other implementing partners and provide them with smooth support throughout the project cycle.
- Maintain strong partner relations and lead the identification of diverse and new potential partners.
- Working with the CR and managers, develop and implement strategies for improving the capacity of CRS staff to enhance partner capacity.
- Contribute to the core SiS team on the roll out of the SiS initiative with EARO and HQ support.
- Working with the CR, represent the country program to government officials, Church officials, partners, NGOs, and UN agencies.
- Together with the CR, revise and update country briefing materials and assist as necessary with VIP visits and guests.
- As required by the CR, serve as a spokesperson to the public, including local and international media outlets and journalist, regarding CRS programs and activities.
- Participate in the development, implementation, and monitoring of security protocols.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must have-
- Master’s Degree or equivalent in social work, international development or related field.
- Minimum five years in a management position with proven leadership in supervising senior staff, with international or intercultural experience (preferably in a developing country).
- Minimum three years living and working in a developing country.
- Minimum five years of experience of NGO (preferably CRS) project management, including proposal writing and project review processes.
- Demonstrated strong ability with project grants management, including project design, budget preparation, expenditure tracking, monitoring and evaluation, reporting, etc.
- Ability to lead a multi-cultural team with a high level of respect for local culture.
- Ability to represent the Agency in high level meetings with donors, local government, etc.
- Experience with institutional strengthening and partnership building.
- Commitment to work with local church and capacity to work closely with, and support them.
How to Apply
Applicants must create an online profile to apply for the position.
For more information, please visit CRS.
