About CRS

Catholic Relief Services is the official international humanitarian agency of the Catholic community in the United States. CRS works to save, protect, and transform lives in need in more than 100 countries, without regard to race, religion or nationality. CRS’ relief and development work is accomplished through programs of emergency response, HIV, health, agriculture, education, microfinance and peacebuilding. For nearly 60 years, CRS has taken the lead in responding to natural and man-made disasters affecting Ethiopia's most vulnerable communities. Moving beyond emergency response, CRS' disaster mitigation and recovery projects in drought and flood-prone areas have rebuilt individual and community assets through non-food aid in the form of agriculture, livestock, health, nutrition, and water and sanitation assistance. CRS's humanitarian work in Ethiopia also provides livelihoods support to farmers and entrepreneurs, promotes equality and inclusion, and mitigates the impact of COVID-19.

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 position.

Job Title:             Project Officer - Peacebuilding

Band:                         VII

Required number:     One

Employment Term:     Definite term i.e. up to September 30, 2024

Reports To:                   TA I-Peacebuilding

Country/Location:       CRS Ethiopia/Addis Ababa

Job Summary:

As a member of the Peacebuilding team, you will monitor and report on all project activities in support of Catholic Relief Services’ (CRS) work serving the poor and vulnerable. You will be responsible for supporting planning, implementation, reporting and documentation of peacebuilding activities. Your thorough and service-oriented approach will ensure that the project consistently applies best practices and constantly works towards improving the impact of its benefits to those we serve.

 Job Responsibilities:

• Support conflict analysis and peacebuilding needs for CRS intervention.

• Support peacebuilding and conflict management concept note and proposals developments for internal and donor funding.

• Support implementation of CRS Ethiopia peacebuilding activities in line with CRS program quality principles and standards, donor requirements, and good practices.

• Support preparation of high-quality reports as needed by the local government, donors, the region or headquarters.

• Identify capacity building needs and provide peacebuilding training as required for staff, beneficiaries, and partners.

• Ensure proper utilization of the project budget as per the DIP in line with CRS and donor financial guideline and procedure.

• Develop tools/ methodologies to successfully mainstream peacebuilding in to different CRS programs and projects.

• Develop/adopt standardized peace building curriculum for the different target audiences in collaboration with partners

• Provide any support to peacebuilding, protection and partnership program unit as may be requested by the supervisor.

• Ensure the creation of strong partnership with the government Universities, local partners and other organizations involved in peace building activities.

Job Requirements

Typical Background, Experience & Requirements:

Education and Experience

• BA or Master’s Degree in Conflict Studies, Political Sciences, Development studies and International Relations, Law, Social Sciences.

• Minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience on peacebuilding programs

• Experience and skills in networking and relations with donors, government, other peer organizations

• Able to work on a high level with Word, Power Point, and Excel

• A previous experience in an international NGOs is a strong advantage

• Fluency in at least two local languages is an 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 (50% field travel as per the demand)

Agency-wide Competencies (for all CRS Staff)

These are rooted in the mission, values, and principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and to achieve the desired results.

•       Integrity

•       Continuous Improvement & Innovation

•       Builds Relationships

•       Develops Talent

•       Strategic Mindset

•       Accountability & Stewardship

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

How to Apply

You should fill the application form through this link: THISLINK and attach your up-to-date CV on / before the application deadline August 27, 2022. You will be contacted only if selected for 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 are highly encouraged to apply**

CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer