About CRS 

Catholic Relief Services is United States Based International NGO. 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 are accomplished through programs of emergency response, HIV, health, agriculture, education, microfinance, and peacebuilding.

CRS has been operational in Pakistan since 1954. CRS’ relief and development work are accomplished through program of emergency response, food security/livelihood, education, and disaster risk reduction (DRR). Currently, CRS is responding to monsoon floods in Sindh and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. CRS has been working with local national partners to support government led efforts for implementation of 2022 flood response and recovery in Pakistan.

 

Job Summary  

The five-year Poverty Alleviation and Inclusive Development across Rural Sindh (PAIDAR) project, implemented by UNIDO and funded by the European Union to support the Government of Sindh (GoS) in the implementation of its Poverty Reduction Strategy (PRS). Under this program, CRS partnered with UNIDO for the implementation of a 09-month integrated project named as Climate Resilient Settlement Development in Lakho Bhanbhro District Thatta." This project encompasses sectors such as access to basic infrastructures and feasibility studies for climate-resilient, green, and innovative solutions to improve post-flood infrastructure and utilities, aiming that flood affected communities having safe, resilient, and dignified living in sustainable settlements.

 

For this implementation, CRS is Seeking a Project Officer, who will assist and work closely with Sr. Project Officer to manage and implement the project activities and provide support to project staff and partner in the field of improved access to climate and disaster-resilient infrastructure ensuring provided services meet the humanitarian and recovery needs of the population. The PO will support Sr. Project Officer and Program Manager to ensure effective MEAL system and process are in place that support high-quality programing and integration within the project and systems to adopt people centered approaches in all programs activities, coordination with relevant actors to ensure a holistic intervention.  Your implementation skills and knowledge will ensure that the CP delivers high-quality programming and continuously works towards improving the impact of its programming.

 

Roles and Key Responsibilities: 

• Organize and lead the implementation of all assigned project activities as outlined in the detailed implementation plan in line with CRS program quality principles and standards, donor requirements, and good practices.
• Coordinate and oversee working relationships with all relevant local stakeholders and serve as the liaison between them and the project team to mobilize local actors and promote project activities and impact.
• Supervise and perform ad-hoc inspections of various processes and resources at project sites to ensure timely project activities implementation and adherence to established process standards and procedures. Ensure proper tracking of resource use for project activities through periodic financial reviews and follow-up with and assistance to implementing partner.
• Support and coordinate capacity building and technical support activities to ensure assigned project activities are implemented per project guidelines and standards.
• Coordinate provision of any logistical and administrative support to staff and partners. Review and manage implementation procedures of project activities through proper planning and coordination.
• Ensure project documentation for assigned activities is complete with all required documents and is filed per agency and donor requirements. Assist with preparation of trends analysis reports and documentation of case studies and promising practices.
• Ensure programming is aligned to targets and indicators contained in the project proposal and use the information from the MEAL systems and tools to improve program effectiveness and ensure the program is gender responsive.
• Champion learning with project staff and program partner teams. Analyze and evaluate project performance data following MEAL policy. Proactively identify issues and concerns and use participatory processes to overcome implementation obstacles.
• Collaborate with SPO and PM for the identification of staff capacity and technical assistance needs of partner organizations and capacity strengthening and required interventions to support quality project implementation.
• Ensure learning properly accompanies project activities throughout the project cycle. Support accountability through coordinating project evaluation activities and guiding partners in their efforts to reflect on project experiences. Analyze implementation challenges and report any inconsistencies and/or gaps to inform adjustments to plans and implementation schedules.
• Support technical assistance and capacity strengthening activities for improved access to climate and disaster-resilient infrastructure and other program areas, for staff and partner organizations to enhance program quality and impact.
• Assist project team ensuring gender equality, social inclusion, and youth empowerment across all interventions.
• Support PM to ensure programming is aligned to targets and indicators contained in the project proposal and use the information from the MEAL systems and tools to improve program effectiveness and ensure the program is gender responsive.
• Actively engage CRS staff and partners and proactively network and engagement with relevant private and public institutes, including research institutions and leading businesses and donor community in developing and carrying out program activities.
• Support PM to compile the best practices and lessons learned from the project for sharing with relevant stakeholders.
• Ensure social technical support to community for the implementation of project initiatives in accordance with agreed guidelines and specifications.
• Provide technical assistance and support to ensure successful adoption and application of new skills and technologies.
• Support the feasibility studies and assessments for climate-resilient, green, and innovative solutions to improve post-flood infrastructure and utilities.
• Support SPO for submission comprehensive documentation, including photos and videos, showcasing before-and-after conditions of interventions to ensure accurate project reporting.

 

 

Basic Qualifications 

• Bachelor's Degree required in social sciences/development studies/DRR, or other related field required.
• Minimum of 4 years of work experience in project support, ideally in the field of community-based development projects i.e. Community Infrastructure, WASH, livelihoods, and DRR, preferably with an international organization. Additional experience may substitute for some education.
• Practical experience of engaging in all phases of project cycle (design, start up, implementation, evaluation and close out) as well as team management, budget management etc.
• Demonstrated ability to engage and mobilize diverse partners including the private sector, develop strategic partnerships and stakeholder networks, and communicate, and coordinate among key stakeholders.

 

 

Required Languages - Required proficiency in written and speaking in English, Urdu, and Sindhi.

 

Travel – The position will be based in Thatta Sindh and must be willing and able to travel to Karachi, Islamabad and other program areas in the country where applicable. 

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities  

• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Strong presentation, facilitation, training, mentoring, and coaching skills
• Proactive, resourceful, and results-oriented
• Analysis and problem-solving skills with ability to make sound judgment.
• Good relationship management skills and the ability to work closely with local partners.
• Proactive, results-oriented, and service-oriented
• Attention to details, accuracy, and timeliness in executing assigned responsibilities.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with partners, participatory action planning and community engagement.
• Staff supervision experience a plus.
• Experience monitoring projects and collecting relevant data.
• Experience using MS Windows and MS Office packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Agency REDI Competencies (for all CRS Staff):

Agency competencies clarify expected behaviors and attitudes for all staff. When demonstrated, they create an engaging workplace, help staff achieve their best, and help CRS achieve agency goals. 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. 

• 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. 

 

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

 

Key Working Relationships:  

Internal: Country Manager, HOP, HoOP, National Coordinator, Program Managers, HR and Finance.

 

External:  Local NGOs/Partners, UN/INGO/NNGO, Government of Pakistan, Vendors, Consultants/ Service Providers.

 

*** 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 protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

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

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

Applications are considered on an ongoing basis.

CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.