Head of Operations (Hub for Guinea, Senegal, and Gambia) in Guinea | and 2 more | (On-site) at Catholic Relief Services

Position title: Head of Operations (Hub for Guinea, Senegal, and Gambia)

Location: Guinea | and 2 more | (On-site)
Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in International Development, Business Administration, Finance, relevant field, or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum of 5 years work experience in a management position with progressive responsibilities in the area of expertise with at least 2 years management experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in International Development, Business Administration, Finance or relevant field.
• Experience with an international NGO and experience outside country of origin.
• Knowledge of multiple public donors’ regulations, including CRS’s primary institutional donors.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Solid understanding of financial systems, including budgeting and budget/expense analysis experience.
• Knowledge of procurement and office administration/management issues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including via Outlook and Teams. Ability to respond effectively and proactively in a remote working environment.
• Ability to represent the agency at high levels.
• Knowledge of Oracle ERP or similar financial reporting software.
• Staff management experience and abilities that are conducive to a learning environment.
• Proficient in MS Office package, Web Conferencing Applications, and information and budget management systems.
• Excellent strategic, analytical, systems thinking, and problem-solving skills, with capacity to see the big picture and ability to make sound judgment and decisions.
• Strong relations management abilities. Ability to work collaboratively.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to leverage a proactive, resourceful, solutions-oriented and results-oriented mindset.

Required Languages: English and French fluency

Travel: Must be willing and able to travel up to 40% based on country needs.

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.