Chief of Party, RFSA – Haiti At Catholic Relief Services

Job Title: Chief of Party, RFSA, Haiti
Reports to: Country Representative, Haiti
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This position is contingent upon donor funding
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.
Job Summary:
CRS is seeking highly qualified candidates for an upcoming US Government-funded program to improve food security and nutrition of vulnerable populations in Haiti. As Chief of Party II you will provide vision, leadership and overall management of the proj
ect to serve the poor and vulnerable. The COP will ensure results are delivered on time and on budget, including strategi
es for phase out and sustainability. The COP will be the primary contact for the donor as well as public, private and non-governmental actors. Your strategic leadership, management and technical knowledge will ensure the delivery of high-quality programming and advance the position of CRS as a leading agency in Haiti. As a senior leader you will proactively manage security and mitigate security risks.
Roles and Key Responsibilities:
� Lead all aspects of the development, implementation and consolidation of the project, including sharing how the project contributes to the thought leadership of the industry. Serve as the primary point of contact to the funding agency as well as public, private and non-government stakeholders.
� Ensure the project is designed and implemented to meet donor expectations in terms of
timely and quality results and budget, including strategies for phase out and sustainability. Ensure coordination betwee
n program and operations leads. Ensure the CRS program quality standards are adhered to per MEAL policy and procedures.
� Effectively manage senior programming and operations talent. Manage team dynamics and staff well-being. Provide coaching and mentoring. Strategically tailor individual development plans and complete performance assessments for direct reports. Oversee the development of staffing plans and the recruitment process of senior staff.
� Manage and mitigate risk through monitoring national and regional issues that may impact staff and programming. Ensure all staff understand and adhere to CRS staff safety and security policies and plans, and ensure the updating of such plans.
� Promote, uphold and model a commitment to the efficient use of agency and donor resources. Ensure compliance with donor requirements, incl
uding financial tracking and oversight of partner budgets, finance, administration and reporting. Approve program expendi
tures, budget adjustments, and cost modification requests to donors.
� Represent CRS programming in international circles, highlighting innovative work. Publish program results and deliver presentations. Oversee the development of communication strategies and materials, complying with donor and CRS’ branding and marketing requirements and procedures.
� Manage relationships with consortium partner organizations and the government of Haiti’s relevant agencies, including organization of review/planning workshops. Coordinate the roles and activities of staff from other consortium member organizations in implementation in line with CRS partnership principles.
� Create and maintain proper conditions for learning. Establish a safe environment for sharing of ideas, solutions, and difficulties and the capacity to detect,
analyze and respond quickly to deficiencies. Identify performance gaps and training opportunities for CRS and partner st
aff and ensure the design and delivery of high quality training and technical assistance.
Preferred Qualifications

• Established leader in sector as demonstrated by peer reviewed publications, conference presentations etc.
• Demonstrated experience of successful program management, including management of complex, high-value, multi-activity projects, with complicated logistics.
• Experience engaging partners and strengthening partnerships. Knowledge of CRS partnership strategy a plus.
• Ability to represent and present at high levels.
• Experience in MS Office package (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio), Web Conferencing Applications, and information and budget management systems.

Basic Qualifications
� Master’s degree i
n International Development, International Relations or a relevant technical area. PhD preferred.
� 10 or more years’ relevant management and technical experience.
� 7 years experience managing donor funds, including multi country grants. Excellent knowledge and experience in budget management.
� 5 years of staff management experience and abilities that are conducive to a learning environment. Experience coaching and mentoring senior program staff.
*Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. 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.
*Disc
laimer:** This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, a
nd responsibilities associated with the position.* **Note: All positions requiring residence or frequent travel outside their home country must undergo and clear a pre-employment medical examination. 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. CRS welcomes candidates from the countries and regions in which we work. In the event the successful candidate is an expatriate or global telecommuter, 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 an Equal Opportunity Employer**

Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. Our Catho
lic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. We welcome as a part of our staff and as partners people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need.