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    Catholic Relief Services Guiné-Bissau

    Rua 5 de Julho (Rua 14), n.º 32, Bairro de Tchada in Bissau


    Próximo ao Hospital Nacional Simão Mendes
    +245 956500063/ +245 966492233
    crs.org / crsespanol.org

    JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

    Catholic Relief Services (CRS) is seeking applications for the following position:

    Job Title: Technical Advisor I – MEAL and Data Reports to: Program Manager II - Large-Scale
    Systems Food Fortification (LSFF)
    Department: Programming - Telecommuting Salary Grade: 9

    About CRS
    Catholic Relief Services is the official international humanitarian agency of the Catholic community in the
    United States. CRS works to save, protect, and transform lives in need in more than 100 countries, regardless
    of race, religion, or nationality. CRS's relief and development work is carried out through emergency
    response programs, HIV prevention, health, agriculture, education, microfinance, and peacebuilding.

    Job Summary:
    You will provide technical guidance and support on various design and implementation issues related to
    Large-Scale Food Fortification (LSFF). in accordance with the principles and quality standards of Catholic
    Relief Services (CRS), donor guidelines, and industry best practices to country teams in West Africa to
    enhance the delivery of high-quality programs for the poor and vulnerable. Your guidance, knowledge, and
    support will be crucial in assessing the effectiveness, adaptability, and innovation of CRS's LSFF and nutrition
    initiatives, which are implemented globally.

    Roles and Main Responsibilities:


    • Technical lead for the design of the MEAL strategy for the LSFF project, based on standards, tools,
    and best practices focused on strengthening public sector capacity to implement large-scale food
    fortification.
    • Provide technical solutions to public sector teams, both remotely and on-site, for the planning and
    implementation of best practices, tools (both digital and standard), and monitoring and evaluation
    (M&E), contributing to high-quality implementation and accountability.
    • Contribute to and, in certain instances, lead the development of the technical design for proposals.
    Support the preparation, design, submission, and approval processes for project concepts and
    comprehensive proposals. Serve as a technical writer within proposal development teams as needed.
    Advise project teams on the integration of donor strategies, priorities, and technical requirements
    into the CRS approach.
    • Support capacity-building initiatives in LSFF programming for staff and partners by assisting in the
    development of learning and training strategies, curricula, and programs, organizing training sessions
    and workshops, and providing mentoring.
    • Collect and analyze program data, capture and share lessons learned and best practices for specific
    projects to facilitate improvements in decision-making and contribute to the LSFF learning program.
    • Contribute to maintaining relationships with donors, peer organizations, research institutions, and
    others, participate in LSFF forums, collect and share best practices, and promote CRS's work.
    • Serve as the technical lead for MEAL data analysis, ensuring the quality of both qualitative and
    quantitative data collected by the project.
    • Integrate data analysis, reflection, interpretation, and utilization with ongoing project activities by
    ensuring feedback from key stakeholders.
    • Ensure compliance with MEAL requirements from donors and agencies.
    • Share MEAL learnings and experiences in broader regional and agency discussions.

    Required Qualifications
    • Master’s degree in data science, M&E, or a relevant field is required.
    • Minimum of three years of relevant professional experience with progressive responsibilities,
    ideally with an international NGO, a social marketing enterprise, or a government entity, including
    at least two years of relevant field experience in fortified food compliance systems or in
    strengthening the enabling environment in related policy areas.
    • Knowledge of the technical principles and concepts of nutrition or food quality. General knowledge
    of related disciplines to ensure a suitable cross-sectoral approach.
    • Experience in project design and proposal development. Experience in drafting content for
    proposals.
    • Knowledge of digital tools and approaches to support MEAL systems and Food Testing/Compliance.
    • Experience in program monitoring, evaluation, and analysis.
    • Experience and skills in networking and maintaining relationships with donors, peer organizations,
    and faith-based and civil society partners. Understanding of partnership principles.

    Languages Required – Proficiency in English and French is required.

    Travel – Must be willing and able to travel up to 30%.

    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities


    • Strong relationship management skills with the ability to influence and gain buy-in from individuals
    not under direct supervision and work with people in diverse geographic and cultural contexts.
    • Strong strategic, analytical, problem-solving, and systems-thinking skills, with the ability to see the
    big picture and make sound judgments.
    • Good technical writing skills.
    • Skills in presentation, facilitation, training, mentoring, and coaching.
    • Proactive, resourceful, and results oriented.
    • Monitoring and evaluation of health and nutrition programs across multiple countries.

    Required Qualifications
    • Proficiency in MS Office software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), web conferencing applications,
    information and budget management systems, and knowledge-sharing networks.

    2
    Agency REDI Competencies (for all CRS staff):
    The organization's competencies clarify the expected behaviors and attitudes of all staff. When
    demonstrated, they create a stimulating work environment, help staff members perform at their best, and
    enable CRS to achieve its organizational objectives.
    • Personal Accountability – Consistently takes responsibility for one’s own actions.
    • Acts with Integrity – Consistently models values aligned with CRS’s guiding principles and mission.
    Is regarded as honest.
    • Builds and Maintains Trust – Demonstrates consistency between words and actions.
    • Collaborates with Others – Works effectively within intercultural and diverse teams.
    • Open to Learning – Seeks experiences that may change perspectives or provide opportunities to
    learn new things.
    Agency Leadership Competencies:
    • Leads Change – Continuously seeks ways to improve the organization through a culture of agility,
    openness, and innovation.
    • Develops and Recognizes the Merits of Others – Empowers staff members to reach their full
    potential and enhance team and organizational performance.
    • Strategic Mindset – Understands the role in transforming, communicating, and implementing the
    organization’s strategy and team priorities.

    Supervision Responsibilities: ICT4D Senior Project Officer

    Key Working Relationships:


    Internal: National program management of CRS in the 15 countries of the ECOWAS region; CRS WARO
    regional management; STA Nutrition at HQ; IDEA donor engagement and BD teams, as applicable; CRS
    CARO Health regional staff, PQ, and BD concerning ECOWAS countries under CRS Central Africa region.
    External: WAHO; Ministries of Health of ECOWAS member countries and other governmental entities
    involved in regional and national LSFF standards and strategies; peer NGOs active in the LSFF/Nutrition
    space.
    ***Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. Catholic Relief Services carries out the
    commitment of the bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable abroad. We welcome
    individuals of all faiths and secular traditions within our staff who share our values and commitment to
    serving those in need. CRS's processes and policies reflect our dedication to protecting children and vulnerable
    adults from abuse and exploitation. ***

    Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skills, efforts, tasks, and responsibilities
    associated with the position.

    NB: Qualified female applications are strongly encouraged.

    What we offer
    CRS offers a benefits package that includes medical insurance, psychological support, life insurance, vision
    and the opportunity to work in a collaborative, mission-driven culture that is committed to improving the
    lives of the world's poor.

    Recruitment method: Preselection based on application, written test and/or interview.

    3
    Applicant's Commitment to CRS's Safeguarding Policy
    By applying for this position, I understand and acknowledge that CRS requires its employees to treat all
    people with dignity and respect and to actively prevent harassment, abuse, exploitation and human
    trafficking. I further understand that if I am selected as a candidate, I will be subject to a thorough
    background check and that my personal/professional references will be used to assess my conduct in relation
    to the above protection issues.

    How to send your application


    Candidates interested in this vacancy are requested to send their application file, consisting of a cover letter
    and updated curriculum vitae, to the following address: [email protected] with the reference
    "Application for the position of LSFF Technical Advisor I – MEAL and Data Systems " in the subject line of
    the email to be sent no later than November 7, 2024.

    NB: Please do not send the same application twice and please rename your resume as follows: CV followed
    by your first and last name. Any application that does not include the job title in the subject line will not be
    considered.

    CRS' talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults
    from abuse and exploitation.

    Important: CRS does not solicit money from candidates during the recruitment process.

    CRS prioritizes candidates who are citizens/ permanent residents of the countries where we have CRS
    offices.

    CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer

    Bissau, 24 October 2024

    Aly KANOUTE

    Country Representative

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