Job Title: Chief of Party II
Department: Country Programming
Reports To: Country Representative
Country/Location: Ethiopia/Addis Ababa
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 a US Government-funded program to improve food security and nutrition of vulnerable populations in Ethiopia. As Chief of Party II you will provide vision, leadership and overall management of the project to serve the poor and vulnerable. The COP will ensure results are delivered on time and on budget, including strategies 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 Ethiopia. As a senior leader you will proactively manage security and mitigate security risks.
The RFSA is in the second year (of five years) of implementation, with an award end date of September 7, 2026. The CoP will be responsible for implementation of the award and leading the development of either an extension or potential follow up award, with an anticipated start date of September 8, 2026, thereby allowing for continuity.
Note: This position is contingent upon donor approval of the candidate.
Job Responsibilities:
Typical Background, Experience & Requirements:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Preferred Qualifications
Basic Qualifications
Required/Desired Language: English
Travel Required: 30-40% travel
Key Working Relationships:
Supervisory: Deputy Chiefs of Party (x3) for Programming, Gender/Youth/Social Dynamics, MEAL, and Finance/Admin/Compliance
Internal: All Departments of the Country Program, EARO regional TAs and staff, HQ contacts
External: USAID, UN partners, other NGO partners in Ethiopia, relevant GoE Ministry staff, research institutions, church partners
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 fulfil his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results.
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 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 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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