Advisor II, Procurement Contracts - (US Only) in Baltimore, Maryland at Catholic Relief Services

Position title: Advisor II, Procurement Contracts - (US Only)

Location: United States | (Remote)
Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in law, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Public Administration, International Development, or a related field. Equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible experience in contract management, commercial contracting, procurement contracting, legal advisory support, supply chain management, or a related field.
• Experience working cross-functionally with legal counsel, risk and compliance functions, technical experts, and operational stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience drafting, reviewing, negotiating, administering, and closing out complex, high-value, or high-risk contracts for goods and services.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Law, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Professional certification in contract management, procurement, supply chain management, or a related discipline.
• Experience in an international development, humanitarian, non-profit, or multinational organization.
• Experience with major institutional donor requirements, including the U.S. Government, European Union, United Nations, and World Bank.

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.