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Job Title:     Program Manager I — Homes and
Communities

Organization:
Catholic Relief Services (CRS)

Duty Station: Kampala
Uganda

Reports to: Sr.
PM for Emergencies

About US:

Catholic Relief
Services (CRS) 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.

CRS has worked in
Uganda since 1965, initially providing emergency assistance to Sudanese
refugees living in the north. Over the years, CRS has expanded its programming
to also address development needs in western, central and eastern Uganda. CRS’
projects in Uganda currently include agriculture, health, microfinance, peace
building and youth. CRS Uganda implements its programs through partnerships with
local organizations, including the Catholic Church, other faith-based
organizations and community entities for maximum impact and sustainability.

Job Summary:
The Program Manager I — Homes and Communities will manage programming for the
CRS Uganda Homes and Communities pilot and scale up in both Kyangwali and
Bidibidi Refugee Settlements, designing, implementing and growing the project
as results from the pilot are understood. Your management skills and knowledge
will ensure that the Country Program delivers high-quality programming and
continuously works towards improving the impact of its programming.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

·       
The
ideal candidate for the Catholic Relief Services Program Manager I — Homes and
Communities job must hold a Master’s Degree in International Development,
International Relations or related field required. Additional experience may
substitute for some education.

·       
At least
two years of relevant field-based experience in coordinating or managing light
to moderately complex projects required, preferably with an international NGO.

·       
Project
management experience in remote management settings.

·       
Proven
experience in proposal development and resource mobilization.

·       
Experience
engaging with partner organizations.

·       
Experience
contributing to the development of technical proposals.

·       
MEAL
skills and experience preferred.

·       
Experience
using MS Windows and MS Office packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Web
Conferencing Applications, information management systems.

·       
Languages
– Strong written and verbal
communication skills in English with ability to write technical reports.

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

How to Apply:

All candidates are
encouraged to apply online at the link below.

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Deadline: 17^th April 2020

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