Job Description
Job Title: Head of Programming I, Burkina Faso
Job Location: Ouagadougou
Job Type: Regular, Full Time
Reports To: Country Representative
Job Summary:
As a member of the Country Program (CP) Senior Management Team, you will provide strategic direction, leadership, and management of the CP’s programming to ensure the establishment and successful implementation of high-quality programs serving the poor and vulnerable. Your leadership, management and knowledge will ensure that the CP delivers high-quality programming and continuously works towards improving the impact of its programming.
Job Responsibilities:
Scope: Direct supervision of 6 staff (both international and national) and a program value of $10 million
Typical Background, Experience & Requirements:
Education and Experience
Personal Skills
Required/Desired Foreign Language — Fluent in French and English
Travel Required – 30% of the time
Key Working Relationships:
Supervisory: Direct reports include DHoP, CoP for specific projects, Partnerships Manager and MEAL Manager
Internal: Working relationships include Country Representative, HoOPs, the Operations Department, Security Manager and the Executive Administrative Assistant
External: WARO regional team, HQ support teams and other HoPs in the region
Agency-wide Competencies (for all CRS Staff)
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.
What we offer
CRS offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, vision, generous retirement savings plan and the opportunity to work in a collaborative, mission-driven culture that is committed to improving the lives of the poor throughout the world.
****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. 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.
EOE/M/F/D/V – CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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