Country Program Manager

Job Posting Organization:
Catholic Relief Services (CRS) is the official international humanitarian agency of the Catholic community in the United States. Established to save, protect, and transform lives in need, CRS operates in more than 100 countries, focusing on various sectors including emergency response, health, agriculture, education, microfinance, and peacebuilding. The organization is committed to serving the poor and marginalized without regard to race, religion, or nationality, and welcomes individuals from all faiths and secular traditions who share its values. CRS emphasizes safeguarding children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation, reflecting its commitment to the rights and dignity of all people. The organization has a collaborative, mission-driven culture and offers a comprehensive benefits package to its staff, including medical, dental, life insurance, vision, and retirement savings plans.

Job Overview:
The Country Program Manager will oversee the Nepal country program office, managing people, partners, resources, and deliverables in alignment with CRS's mission and objectives. This role involves acting as a representative and ambassador for CRS and the USCCB, engaging with key stakeholders such as local government, partners, and donors. The manager will identify funding opportunities to advance CRS's strategy and ensure the continuation of its work to serve the poor and marginalized. The position requires ensuring high-quality programming and continuous improvement in program impact, coordinating activities across various projects to ensure integration and efficiency in implementation. The manager will also be responsible for developing strategic partnerships, championing local leadership development, and ensuring compliance with donor expectations and regulatory guidelines.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Country Program Manager will be responsible for developing strategic partnerships with national and international organizations, ensuring strong representation to key stakeholders, including local partners, international organizations, host government, and donors. The manager will champion local leadership development and steward capacity strengthening of partners to maximize social impact. Effective workforce planning, team development, and staff well-being will be prioritized, reflecting CRS values and principles. The manager will provide coaching and mentoring, ensuring all staff understand and adhere to CRS safety and security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security-policies" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security policies. The role includes ensuring that all projects meet and exceed donor expectations, are designed for maximum impact, and adhere to CRS program quality standards. The manager will oversee financial resources, ensuring compliance with donor and regulatory expectations, and cultivate effective donor relationships to identify strategic growth opportunities. Additionally, the manager will promote accountability, learning, and knowledge management, manage the annual planning process, and develop a strong leadership team while championing safeguarding policies.

Required Qualifications:
The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in International Development, International Relations, or a related field. A minimum of 5 years’ experience managing high-value relief and development programs is essential. Preferred qualifications include a Master’s degree in a relevant field, experience in complex development settings, and a proven track record of managing high-value projects from multiple international donors. Knowledge of relevant donor regulations, experience in business development and private sector engagement, and experience working with Church partners are also preferred. The candidate should have experience in Microsoft 360 and information and budget management systems.

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in International Development, International Relations, or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred and may enhance the candidate's qualifications for the role.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 5 years of experience managing high-value relief and development programs. Candidates with experience in complex development settings and managing projects from multiple international donors will be prioritized.

Languages:
Fluency in Nepali and English, both written and verbal, is mandatory for this position. Proficiency in additional languages may be considered an asset.

Additional Notes:
The position includes supervisory responsibilities and requires the candidate to be willing and able to travel up to 20%. CRS offers a comprehensive benefits package for U.S.-based staff, and salary and benefits for candidates employed outside the U.S. are based on the country of employment. The anticipated duration of the assignment for expatriates is informed by a term limit based on the job type and level, as well as the agency's needs. CRS is committed to safeguarding program participants and staff from exploitation and abuse, and the successful candidate is expected to adhere to CRS's Code of Conduct.