Technical Advisor I - Cash Markets

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, providing assistance without regard to race, religion, or nationality. The organization focuses on various sectors including emergency response, health, agriculture, education, microfinance, and peacebuilding. CRS is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation, and its work culture is collaborative and mission-driven, dedicated to improving the lives of the poor globally.

Job Overview:
The Technical Advisor I - Cash Markets position is embedded within the Humanitarian Response Department (HRD) Market-based Rapid Response and Recovery (MBRRR) Team. This role is crucial for providing technical advice and support on design" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">program design and implementation issues related to Cash & Markets, as well as security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Food Security & Livelihoods. The advisor will work closely with Country Program (CP) teams and partners to ensure high-quality humanitarian assistance programming is delivered to vulnerable populations impacted by crises. The position emphasizes the importance of operational readiness, locally led implementation, and accountability to affected communities, ensuring that assistance is timely and effective. The advisor will also contribute to the development of agency-wide strategies and best practices in Cash and Market-Based Programming, integrating cross-sectoral approaches that include gender and disaster risk reduction.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Technical Advisor I include supporting the development and implementation of agency-wide strategies and standards for Cash and Market-Based Programming. The advisor will provide programmatic and operational technical solutions to CP teams, ensuring high-quality implementation of standards and best practices. They will contribute to the technical design of proposals, support project teams in integrating donor strategies, and lead capacity strengthening initiatives for staff and partners. The advisor will collect and analyze program data, share lessons learned, and maintain relationships with donors and peer organizations. Additionally, they will support Country Programs in strengthening cash readiness and developing suitable cash delivery mechanisms and tools.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree in humanitarian assistance, social policy, economics, or a related field. A minimum of five to eight years of relevant work experience is required, ideally with an international NGO, including at least two years of emergency response and field-based experience in cash and market-based programming. Candidates should have experience in designing cash and voucher programs, particularly for US Government funding, and knowledge of technical principles in cash programming. Skills in networking and relationship management with donors and peer organizations are also essential.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position includes a Bachelor's Degree in humanitarian assistance, social policy, economics, or a related field. A Master's Degree in a similar field is preferred and considered an advantage.

Experience:
The position requires a minimum of five to eight years of relevant work experience, with progressive responsibilities in the field of humanitarian assistance. Candidates should have substantial experience in emergency response and cash and market-based programming, particularly in protracted and rapid onset crisis contexts. Experience as a trainer in cash and voucher assistance programming is also necessary, along with demonstrated experience in proposal development for government and private donors.

Languages:
Proficiency in English and Spanish is required for this position. Knowledge of additional languages such as French, Portuguese, and Arabic is highly desired, as it would enhance communication and collaboration in diverse settings.

Additional Notes:
This position is remote, but candidates must be willing to travel up to 50%, including short notice travel to emergency situations. The pay range for this position is $71,349 - $88,085 annually, applicable only to applicants performing the job within the US or classified as International Assignees. Local payroll staff will follow the respective country pay range. CRS offers a comprehensive benefits package for U.S. based staff, including medical, dental, life insurance, vision, and a generous retirement savings plan. The organization is committed to safeguarding the rights and dignity of all people, especially children and vulnerable adults.