Project Officer – Protection

Job Description

Catholic Relief Services –USCCB is the official agency of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops for relief and development overseas.

CRS supports programs in over 100 countries and works through local partners.

We are seeking suitable persons to fill the following positions in response to the drought crisis in the country.

All candidates require technical competencies in the respective areas, experience in emergency programming, willingness to travel to the field and a commitment to work with and support faith based partners of CRS many of whom are Catholic Institutions.

The position will be based in the field in Eastern and North Eastern Counties.



Application Deadline
2011-07-31

Job Details

Project Officer – Protection

Ref. 2011/13

Duration: Six Months

Purpose: Provide protection technical support to the Drought Emergency Program.

Summary of Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

The Officer will produce accurate and timely reports on the progress towards objectives; highlight issues of concern as identified, ensure quality emergency programming in the protection sector.

S/he will promote initiatives that address change in harmful social norms and structures that condone or promote gender-based violence (GBV), child maltreatment and stigma and discrimination by improving and expanding social and protective systems and services.

The Officer will participate in liaison meetings with partners, GoK officials, NGOs and other agencies operating in the same areas and provide feedback as well as being a team member in ongoing monitoring and assessment of program and project activities in the intervention areas

Desired Qualifications, Skills and Abilities

At least a university degree in Sociology, Anthropology, or other relevant area of study
Have solid working knowledge (practical skills) in protection and counseling,
A thorough understanding of Universal Declaration of Human Rights and Children rights
A solid background dealing with all forms of discrimination
Sensitive diverse cultural backgrounds within the project area
Strong analytical and creative problem-solving and good planning & organization skills
Excellent communication skills both oral and written and computer skills (Microsoft Office programs)
A professional with high personal integrity, commitment and good stewardship of resources
Ability cope with work with people from diverse backgrounds, communicate strategically under pressure and manage stress & complexities.
Ability to being sensitive, motivated and empathize


Written applications indicating the reference number of position applied for and CV including day-time contact phone numbers, as well as names and contact information of three references should reach the below mentioned by July 31, 2011.

Residents in these areas are strongly encouraged to apply.

Human Resources Manager
Catholic Relief Services – Kenya Program
P.O. Box 49675, GPO 00100 Nairobi
E-mail: hr@ke.earo.crs.org

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.