Job Title: Regional People Officer – EARO
Reports to: DRD MQ or RD; dotted line to Global People Resources Director, Regional Experience
Department: OverOps Regional Office (dotted line to HR)
Preferred location is East Africa. But the position can be located everywhere
Job Summary:
An integral member of OverOps and HR, the Regional People Officer leads implementation of a highly effective, strategic HR function in East Africa Region. His/her aim is for Country Programs to have the talent they need to deliver high-quality programs and a consistent, equitable employee experience that enables staff at all levels to contribute their best to CRS’ mission. The RPO will work closely with HR Managers in Country Programs and DRDs MQ to ensure efficient, effective and locally contextualized delivery of HR services and support in line with Global HR Standards. S/he will provide practical hands-on support in the roll-out and adoption of HR global initiatives and practices across the region and support the professional development of HR staff in the region. S/he will serve as advisor and counsel to leaders to maximize staffing resources and performance, ensure efficiency and consistency of business processes, and c ontain institutional risk.
Required Languages – Spoken and written English, other languages relevant to the region of assignment a plus
Travel – Must be willing and able to travel up to 30%.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Supervisory Responsibilities: Technical supervision (dotted line) to all Country Program HR Managers
Key Working Relationships:
Internal
Country Program Team: Country Representatives, Senior Management Teams, in-country HR staff
Regional Team: Regional Leadership team
HR: Global People Services, Director – Regional; Centers of Excellence; other RPOs, HRBPs, Safeguarding
External
INGO counterparts; legal counsel; HR associations and networks
Basic Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
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.
Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.
Note: All positions requiring residence or frequent travel outside their home country must undergo and clea r 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 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 Catholic 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.
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