Program Manager I - MEAL (Kenyan Nationals Only) in Kenya | (On-site) at Catholic Relief Services

Position title: Program Manager I - MEAL (Kenyan Nationals Only)

Location: Kenya | (On-site)
Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Monitoring and Evaluation, Statistics, International Development, Public Health, Food Security, Economics, Social Sciences or in a related field is required. Additional experience may substitute for some education.
• Minimum of seven years of relevant field-based experience, including progressive responsibility for designing, managing or strengthening MEAL systems for moderately complex donor-funded programs projects, preferably with an international NGO.
• Demonstrated experience managing integrated MEAL systems, including monitoring, evaluation, accountability, learning, data management, and reporting.
• Strong experience in quantitative and qualitative methods, indicator management, data analysis and data-quality assurance.
• Experience with digital data collection, participant registration, management information systems and data-visualization or reporting tools.
• Experience designing or managing assessments, baselines, endlines, evaluations, or other project learning studies.
• Demonstrated experience working with implementing partners and strengthening staff and partner MEAL capacity.
• Experience supervising staff and building collaborative, high-performing teams.
• Experience contributing to project design, donor reporting, and compliance for institutional donor-funded projects.
• Experience engaging communities and implementing participant feedback and complaints mechanisms.
• Experience using MS Windows and MS Office packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), standard statistical data analysis packages (SPSS, Stata or R), web conferencing applications, and information management systems.

MEAL Competencies (for CRS MEAL Program Staff):

• Demonstrates solid knowledge and ability, and can apply MEAL in Design, Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, Learning, Analysis & Critical Thinking, ICT4MEAL and Management in MEAL competencies, with minimal or no guidance, in the full range of typical situations. Would require guidance to handle novel or more complex situations.

Agency REDI Competencies (for all CRS Staff):

Agency competencies clarify expected behaviors and attitudes for all staff. When demonstrated, they create an engaging workplace, help staff achieve their best, and help CRS achieve agency goals. 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.

• 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.

Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.

What we offer:

CRS offers a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to work in a collaborative, mission-driven culture that is committed to improving the lives of the poor throughout the world.

***Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. 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.

CRS Kenya strives to be a place where a diverse mix of talented people want to come and work, stay, and do their best.

CRS provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants for employment and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, ancestry or national origin, sex, age, marital status, physical or mental disability or handicap, medical condition and any other status protected by law. As an equal opportunity employer, CRS will recruit, hire, train and promote persons solely on their qualifications and abilities.

CRS’ emphasis on family values supports benefits, including maternity and paternity leave, policies that promote exclusive breastfeeding, the availability of a baby room at the office, and flexible working hours where possible. Women and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply.

By applying to this job, I understand and acknowledge that CRS requires its staff to treat all people with dignity and respect and to actively prevent harassment, abuse, exploitation, and human trafficking. Further, I understand that if I am a successful candidate, I will be subject to a comprehensive background check, and my personal/professional references will be asked to evaluate my behaviors related to the above safeguarding-related topics.

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.