Develop and execute a robust communications strategy for the climate change adaptation and mitigation portfolio, as well as develop communications plans for each of the projects in this sector.
Support the Chief of Party to produce quarterly and monthly program reports – this includes writing the reports, providing photos and success stories.
Lead the production and dissemination of other... communications materials including technical learning briefs, factsheets, videos, other IEC materials.
As a donor requirement, ensure timely capture and submission of program activity photos to the donor/coordinate partners to submit photos.
Support projects in carrying out advocacy initiatives including radio talk shows, community engagements, district and national engagements.
Work closely with relevant stakeholders to ensure CRS website, GEA website and donor websites (and social media accounts as relevant) are up to date with relevant information and program activities.
Increase CRS’ Climate Change portfolio content on social media by creating sector specific content and working with the Country Program Communications Manger to upload it on the CRS Uganda Country Programs social media accounts- Facebook, X, LinkedIn, and respective donor social media platforms.
Increase media visibility of CRS’ Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation sector by identifying opportunities for media engagement. Equip staff with the necessary skills and knowledge for media engagements, including interviews and media placements.
Oversee branding and marking of all CRS and partner communications materials and manage the product approval processes with donors and implementing partners.
Ensure consistent messaging and visibility across projects, incorporating Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI).
In cooperation with Program Managers, Chiefs of Party, the Country Program Communications Manager support in organizing and coordinating quality program events, such as inception, project closure, and learning events. Support includes, branding, media visibility and developing talking points.
Develop strategies to increase the organization’s presence at relevant national and regional events. more

Job Summary

As a member of the Regional Team under the direct supervision of Deputy Regional Director for Operations (DRD-Ops) and the close technical oversight of the CARO/WARO Senior Regional Safety and Security Advisor (SRSSA), the Deputy Regional Safety & Security Advisor (DRSSA) supports the delivery of consistent and high-quality health, safety and security risk management across the... Region, context monitoring and principled humanitarian access. You will provide technical support to country programs in the Region and ensure compliance with CRS’ HSS policy and standards while enabling durable programming activities including in high-risk environments. The DRSSA also has a significant role implementing regional capacity strengthening, learning and development initiatives and mentoring activities for CRS staff and partner organizations. The DRSSA role requires extensive travel, including at relatively short notice. 

Roles and Key Responsibilities: 

Technical Support to specified CPs (Up to 60% of time)


Constantly monitor contextual safety and security events and dynamics, providing insight, situation reports and supporting CP and regional level security decisions
Provide technical advice and direct support to Country Programs placed under his/her responsibilities on safety & security risk management, trends, processes and best practices. 
Review risk assessments, security management plans, SOPs and contingency plans as requested. 
Advise on the development, implementation and monitoring of contextualized access and security risk management strategies for CP. 
Analyze mitigation measures across Country Programs, including their prioritization, status and resourcing. Use this analysis to inform possible regional improvements strategy and projects. 
Support Country Program level incident management responses. 
Monitor CPs adherence to CRS HSS policy and standards and analyze the results to prioritize support needs.
Assist Country Programs with HSS annual HSS KPI objectives
Support initiatives across countries and the Region to integrate diversity, equity and inclusion in safety, security and humanitarian access management. 
Advise Country Programs on HSS information collection and analysis to support decision making
Support Country Program Security Focal Points with qualitative HSS reporting. 
Travel to country programs to provide gap coverage, support key projects or during the onset of an emergency and/or in support of entry to additional countries in the Region. Some of this support may be delivered remotely. 


Training, Learning and Knowledge Sharing for specified CP (Up to 30% of time)


Identify CPs’ learning and development needs on HSS risk management, personal security, principled humanitarian access and support durable programming.
Track learning and development activities across CPs. 
Support capacity-sharing initiatives with implementing partners in coordination with the Country Programs and other existing regional partnership initiatives.
Support Country Programs in liaising with established external training providers to identify and assess effective training options. 
Through in-country training activities, participate in building a core group of HSS Trainers across the Region to exemplify Learning and Development capacities and reach. 


Regional and Global HSS initiatives and activities (Up to 20% of time)


Deputize for the SRSSA and other Deputy RSSA when needed. 
Participate in Regional HSS improvement strategy definition and projects (security app, online movement approval and tracking tools, staff and assets tracking and tracing technologies…)
Actively participate in developing and implementing a regional approach towards capacity-building with partner organizations for security risk management and personal security.
Participate in the development of tools to assess the impact of learning and development activities across the Region.
Actively participate in HSSU global improvement initiatives


Key Working Relationships:  

Internal: Senior Regional Advisor Safety and Security Risk Management, Deputy Regional Director, Regional Technical Advisors, Country Representatives, Heads of Operations, Heads of Programs, Security Focal Points, Health Safety and Security Unit and Humanitarian Response Department. 

External: International and local partners, including local and US Catholic agencies, US Embassy RSOs within the region, contracted security service providers, security officers of other international and local NGOs operating in CARO. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:


Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, with capacity to see the big picture and ability to make sound judgment and decisions 
Strong communications and relations management abilities including ability to influence without authority. Ability to relate to people at all levels internally and externally. 
Sound working knowledge of humanitarian access and security, and a commitment to humanitarian principles.
A strong track record in learning and development initiatives in Humanitarian Access and Security
Experience in project management, including project planning, scoping and delivery, proposal writing, budget planning/spending, and delivery.
Strong track record of HSS risk management including context analysis and prospective scenario planning
Demonstrable competence in and enthusiasm for practical training methods
Ability to manage a complex workload and meet tight deadlines with minimal supervision.
Proactive, resourceful, solutions-and results oriented 


Basic Qualifications:


Bachelor’s degree in security management, international development, or related field, or equivalent work experience. 
Minimum of 5 years work experience in operational safety and security management with an international humanitarian organization. 
Demonstrated knowledge of best practices in security and staff safety 


Preferred Qualifications:


Master's degree in related discipline 
Familiarity in working for Non-governmental Organizations in high-risk environments 
Experience working in delicate situations with partner organizations 
Knowledge of and working experience in the regions strongly preferred 
Strong cross-cultural skills 
Ability to train and convey information to non-security personnel 
Excellent interpersonal and negotiating skills 
Excellent writing skills and strong communicator 
Proficiency in MS Office 
Diplomatic, able to manage conflict and move groups toward consensus 
Ability to make sound decision, including when to escalate issues 
Excellent organization and planning skills, detail-oriented, ability to work on multiple task simultaneously 
Strong initiative and self-motivated, with a commitment to humanitarian principles 
Able to work without close supervision 
Quick learner, adaptable and creative 
Demonstrated experience of successful safety and security program support at regional level 
Previous experience with partner engagement 
Ability to present and train different levels and compositions of staff and partners 
Formal technical training(s) in safety and security certification and track record is a plus more

Job Summary: 

You will conduct risk related activities for the country program (CP) including sub-recipient compliance adhering to CRS policies, local laws, and donor regulations to help ensure effective delivery of high-quality programming to the poor and vulnerable.  Your knowledge and skills will help reduce risk to staff, to the effectiveness of our programming and to the people we serve... through the application of the principles of stewardship, integrity, transparency, and accountability.

Roles and Key Responsibilities:  


Collaborate with the Senior risk and compliance manager and CP leadership on strengthening internal control systems and processes. 
Undertake review of alleged fraud, corruption, and other violations of policy with objectivity, impartiality, and fairness throughout the process and in accordance with CRS policies and guidelines.
Help identify risk issues and challenges that may affect effectiveness and efficiency of CRS operations and solutions to address them.
Help implement and advise on the sub-recipient financial management policy (SRFMP)
Support the planning and performance of internal audits, control reviews and compliance assessments, conduct audit activities as applicable. Help analyze results and provide recommendations.
Support the design and facilitation of trainings and institutional capacity strengthening plans for CRS and partners.
Support external audits and the coordination of action plans to close out audit findings.


Required Languages - English is required, ability to speak and understand Hausa and Kanuri is an added advantage.

Travel - Must be willing and able to travel up to 40%.  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:


Good relationship management skills
Good analytical, organizational, and systems thinking skills. 
Ability to make sound judgment.
Ethical conduct in accordance with recognized professional and organizational codes of ethics
Proactive, resourceful, and results-oriented
Fluent in written and spoken English language.
Ability to speak and understand Hausa language is a plus.


Preferred Qualifications: 


Familiarity with accounting systems.
Proficient in MS Office package (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio) and information management systems.


Basic Qualifications:


Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Business Administration or other relevant bachelor’s strongly preferred. Accounting and other relevant certification(s) a plus.
Minimum of 3 years work experience, ideally with an international organization, with progressive responsibility in operations and/or programming. At least 2 of these years entailing audit, compliance, or risk management experience.
Must be knowledgeable with Performance Based Funding Mechanism. 
Knowledge of audit standards and compliance regulations and familiarity with international standards for internal control and risk and compliance management (e.g., COSO, ISO, COBIT). more

Job Summary: 

You will support the Finance department’s management of accounting systems, policies and procedures in compliance with CRS’ established accounting standards, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), donors’ rules and regulations, and legal requirements to support high-quality programs serving the poor and vulnerable. As part of an experienced finance team, you will help... coordinate daily financial activities through preparation and delivery of financial services.

Roles and Key Responsibilities:


Review the supporting documentation of financial transactions to ensure all required documents are accurate and complete. 
Help ensure maintenance of all data required for processing financial transactions for assigned accounts in Insight financial accounting package.
Record delegated financial transactions following appropriate authorizations. Review various accounts to detect irregularities.
Help evaluate subrecipient financial management processes in accordance with policy and help strengthen capacity of partner in financial accounting and transactions.
Prepare delegated financial reports, as needed, 
Help share information with subrecipients and staff on financial accounting policies and procedural compliance issues.
Participate in monthly reconciliation of General ledger with entries in Project Portfolio module.
Support Country program and statutory audits as required.
All other assigned task in Financial Accounting.


Required Languages - English

Travel - Must be willing and able to travel up to 10%. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities  


Excellent analytical skills with ability to detect and report inconsistencies.
Excellent organizational skills with great attention to detail
Ethical conduct in accordance with recognized professional and organizational codes of ethics
Proactive, resourceful, solutions oriented and results oriented.
Ability to work collaboratively.


Basic Qualifications 


B.A. degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration strongly preferred. 
Courses in accounting, or a qualification in accounting (CPA/ACCA/ICAN or equivalent) is preferred.
Minimum of two years accounting experience, preferably 3 years continuous experience in an INGO.


Preferred Qualifications


Preferably with an international or local NGO, or a financial/banking institution.
Familiarity the relevant public donors’ regulations a plus.
Proficient in Excel and experience with Word and PowerPoint. Knowledge of financial reporting software a plus. more

Job Summary:
You will help coordinate and contribute to the implementation of the Global Fund project policies and procedures in compliance with CRS’ established accounting standards, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), donors’ rules and regulations, and legal requirements to support high-quality programs serving the poor and vulnerable. You will efficiently perform accounting... services through documenting the project/grant financial transactions by compiling, analyzing, and verifying account information, preparing account entries, and delivering financial reporting services throughout the project/grant life cycle.
Note: Depending on the project/grant portfolio (scope and complexity), the Project/Grant Accountant can be assigned responsibility for delivery of accounting and financial reporting services for either payable or receivable transactions.
Roles and Key Responsibilities:

Set and monitor sound accounting and financial reporting procedures for project/grant subrecipients and partners following established standards. Ensure setup and maintenance of all data required for processing financial transactions for assigned project/grant accounts in SunSystems financial accounting package.
Review and validate supporting documentation before processing of financial transactions to ensure all required documents are accurate and complete and authorizations are in place.
Record financial transactions following appropriate authorizations. Review and analyze various accounts to detect irregularities. Advise on corrective actions and prepare correcting entries and adjustments, as necessary.
Assess, evaluate and monitor subrecipient financial management processes in accordance with policy and strengthen capacity of partner in financial accounting and transactions.
Monitor disbursement/receipt schedules, alert relevant project/grant staff of due payments/liquidations, and maintain appropriate communication and follow-up to facilitate timeliness of financial resource management and compliance with set deadlines.
Prepare various periodic and ad hoc financial reports and perform variance analysis to assist project/grant staff with decision-making. Assist with budget maintenance for proper management of financial resources.
Provide information to project/grant staff, subrecipients, and partners on financial accounting policies and procedural compliance issues and deliver training and other capacity building activities.
Perform assigned treasury project/grant (cash payment/receipt, cash forecast, etc.) duties, as long as segregation of duties is ensured.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Excellent analytical skills with ability to detect and report inconsistencies
Conscientious, accurate and thorough with great attention to detail
Ethical conduct in accordance with recognized professional and organizational codes of ethics
Proactive, resourceful, solutions oriented and results-oriented
Ability to work collaboratively

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of the relevant public donor regulations preferred.
Proficient in MS Office packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio), Web Conferencing Applications. Knowledge of Insight financial accounting package or similar financial reporting software preferred.

Basic Qualifications

B.A. degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration with courses in accounting, or a qualification in accounting (CPA/ACCA or equivalent).
Minimum of 2 years experience in a position with similar responsibilities, working with donor funded projects (preferably the Global Fund). more