Project Manager - Liberia in Abba Kangar, Grand Bassa at Catholic Relief Services

Position title: Project Manager - Liberia

Location: Liberia | (On-site)
Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, Project Management, International Development, Gender & Development Studies, Development Economics or related fields.
• Requires a minimum of 5 years of experience, with an explicit 3 years coordinating or managing Agriculture and livelihoods projects, preferably with an international NGO.
• Have a good understanding of livelihood improvement opportunities for rural communities
• Have knowledge of Market Systems Development (MSD) initiatives to integrate small-holder farmers into sustainable enterprises
• Experience working with different stakeholders, including private sector and local government authorities/institutions
• Demonstrated track record leading, mentoring, and evaluating cross-functional teams
• Digital skills including MS Office and Internet

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.