Advisor II, Environmental and Social Standards (ESS), Global Remote at Catholic Relief Services – Baltimore, Maryland

Position title: Advisor II, Environmental and Social Standards (ESS), Global Remote

Location: United States | (Remote)
Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, social sciences, international development, sustainability, natural resource management, business administration, or a related field required.
• 8+ years related experience with at least 4 years of experience supporting environmental and social safeguards, ESS, ESG, or risk management in donor-funded development or humanitarian projects or similar risk and compliance roles within the private sector.
• At least two years of international experience.
• Experience with Oracle applications

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in environmental science, social sciences, international development, sustainability, natural resource management, business administration, or a related field.
• Experience supporting ESS implementation in climate adaptation projects, which could include: agriculture, food security, natural resource management, landscape restoration programs, disaster risk reduction and anticipatory action. Experience working with local partners and community-based implementation structures.

Agency Competencies (for all CRS Staff):

• Personal Accountability – Consistently takes responsibility for one’s own actions.
• Acts with Integrity - Consistently models values aligned with CRS Guiding Principles and mission. Is considered honest.
• Builds and Maintains Trust - Shows consistency between words and actions.
• Collaborates with Others – Works effectively in intercultural and diverse teams.
• Open to Learn – Seeks out experiences that may change perspective or provide an opportunity to learn new things.

Agency Leadership Competencies:

• Lead Change – Continually looks for ways to improve the agency through a culture of agility, openness, and innovation.
• Develops and Recognizes Others – Builds the capacity of staff to reach their full potential and enhance team and agency performance.
• Strategic Mindset – Understands role in translating, communicating, and implementing agency strategy and team priorities.

WHAT WE OFFER

CRS offers U.S. based staff a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, life insurance, vision, and a generous retirement savings plan. Benefits packages for successful candidates employed outside the U.S. are based on the country of employment/in-country office where the candidate will perform the role. CRS' work culture is a collaborative, mission-driven culture committed to improving the lives of the poor throughout the world.

CRS is proud to be an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Selection and hiring decisions are made without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, veteran status or any other protected area.