About CRS

Catholic Relief Services (CRS) is the overseas relief and development agency arm of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops.  It was founded in 1943 and works in nearly 100 countries/territories globally. CRS works to save, protect, and transform lives in need 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.

NAMA (Arabic for ‘growth’) is a 12-month project funded by GIZ that aims to expand livelihood opportunities for rural communities in Gedaref. The project has been designed by building on successes from previous and current livelihood projects of CRS and will focus on supporting smallholder farmer groups and market entrepreneurs to start engaging in micro business opportunities and on market entrepreneurs to engage collectively to increase business opportunities.

CRS seeks to hire a Gender Officer (Sudanese National only) to oversee the designing, planning, management, and implementation of gender integration into Nama programming at all levels.

Job Summary:

The post holder will contribute to the implementation of Nama gender activities by working directly with program team, partners and community members, local partners by providing technical guidance and support to Nama project participants at all levels. She/he will oversee the designing, planning, management and implementation of gender integration into Nama programing. 

Roles and Key Responsibilities: 

• Work with the program team to design and implement gender-responsive initiatives
• Lead assigned project activities 
• Work closely with the MEAL Team, and project leads to ensure gender indicators are included and reported upon, and all data are disaggregated by age, sex, and disability status in MEAL frameworks, including projects’ Indicator Tracking Table.
• Provide technical assistance to partners on practical and gender-responsive guidance to increase female participation in and benefits for women of livelihood activities supported by Nama. 
• Develop team capacity by designing and implementing training in gender integration and planning. 
• Ensure that Nama program activities Do-No-Harm and not imposing any gender-related risks.
• Develop practical guidelines for the program team on gender issues to be considered in each of the locations of the Nama Project. These guidelines should be based on practical knowledge of the social and cultural context of the project location.

Basic Qualifications 

• University qualification in any subject but a livelihoods or development related area is preferred. 
• At least five years professional work experience, including at least 3 years of team and program or operations management.
• Strong results-focused competencies in the coordination of multiple partners and activities, in program planning, implementation and reporting.
• Experience in gender programming 

Required Languages - 

• Fluency in writing and speaking English and Arabic
• Knowledge of local accents is a preference 

Travel - Must be willing and able to travel in deep field up to 60-65%. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities  

• Strong critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills with ability to make sound judgment. 
• Strong relationship management skills and the ability to work effectively with culturally diverse groups. 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to write reports. 
• Proactive, results-oriented, and service-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 and the community.
• Willing and able to work in remote field location with minimum or no recreational facilities.
• Proactive, results-oriented and service-oriented
• Attention to details, accuracy and timeliness in executing assigned responsibilities.

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.  

• Integrity  
• Continuous Improvement & Innovation 
• Builds Relationships  
• Develops Talent 
• Strategic Mindset 
• Accountability & Stewardship 

Supervisory Responsibilities (if none, state none) 

None  

Key Working Relationships:  

Internal: Project Manager, Head of Programs, Deputy Head of Programs, Head of Office, Country Program MEAL Unit, Program and Operations staff 

External: CRS implementing partners; UN cluster leads and agencies; peer humanitarian agencies; local government and authorities. 

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.