Program Manager II, Malawi at Catholic Relief Services – Malawi | (On-site)

Position title: Program Manager II, Malawi

Location: Malawi | (On-site)
Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in International Development or International Relations, or a specialized Master’s degree related to education and/or health required. Additional experience may substitute for some education.

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in relevant field-based project management experience required, with preferably at least 2-3 years working in the area of education and health.

• Experience in managing moderately complex projects, preferably with an international NGO.

• MEAL skills and experience required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree

• Good experience in project grants management, preferably for grants from multiple public, and private donors.

• Experience engaging with partner organizations. Experience working in partnership with government ministries and departments preferable.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

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

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to make sound judgment and decisions and offer innovative solutions

• Strong relations management abilities. Ability to relate to people at all levels internally and externally. Strategic in how you approach each relationship. Ability to influence and get buy-in from people not under direct supervision and to work with individuals in diverse geographical and cultural settings.

• Good presentation and facilitation skills

• Proactive, resourceful, solutions-oriented and results-oriented

• Staff management experience and abilities that are conducive to a learning environment.

Required Languages – English fluency (written and verbal) required.

Travel – The position is based in Lilongwe, Malawi. Must be willing and able to travel up to 30%, primarily to project sites in Malawi.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Yes

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. Salary and 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.