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Technical Advisor I - Value Chain job at Catholic Relief Services (CRS) | Apply Now
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About the Organisation
Catholic Relief Services (CRS) is a globally recognized humanitarian organization dedicated to alleviating poverty and promoting human dignity through sustainable development, emergency relief, and peacebuilding initiatives. Founded in 1943 by the U.S. Catholic Bishops, CRS has grown into a trusted leader in international aid, serving millions of vulnerable individuals across more than 100 countries.
The organization is known for its commitment to ethical service delivery and has earned a reputation for effectiveness in disaster response, agriculture, health, education, and economic development. CRS fosters a values-driven work culture that prioritizes integrity, compassion, and respect, offering employees meaningful career opportunities in a supportive and diverse environment with flexible work arrangements.
The organization's innovative approach integrates local partnerships, cutting-edge technology, and evidence-based solutions to maximize impact. With a vast global network, CRS works closely with communities, governments, and faith-based groups to create sustainable change. Rooted in Catholic values, the organization upholds principles of justice, stewardship, and solidarity while engaging in corporate social responsibility initiatives that empower marginalized populations. For more information, visit www.crs.org.
Catholic Relief Services (CRS) is an International non-profit organization whose commitment is to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas set out by the Bishops of the United States. Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. We welcome as a part of our staff and as partners people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need.
Background
CRS is preparing to implement a new project titled Intensive Mixed Use Agroforestry Systems on household Plots. The specific objective of the project is to increase uptake of agroforestry in refugee host communities in 19 target districts. The key to achieving the objective is to understand the motivation of smallholder farmers in the target districts, and to instill a demand for mixed-use agroforestry uptake from the household level. By placing the household at the center of the project strategy and by connecting both environmental and economic goals, CRS and partners will facilitate the acceleration of land restoration and increase community resilience in the target districts for generations to come.
Kampala, Uganda
Full Time
Job Title
Technical Advisor I - Value Chain job at Catholic Relief Services (CRS)
Catholic Relief Services (CRS)
Job Description
Job Title: Technical Advisor I - Value Chain
Organisation: Catholic Relief Services (CRS)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Report to: Program Manager II – Implementation Lead
You will offer technical expertise, guidance, and assistance on various program design and implementation matters, focusing particularly on larger projects within the scope of the Intensive Mixed Use Agroforestry Systems on household plots project, in alignment with Catholic Relief Services (CRS) program quality principles, donor directives, and industry standards. Your role involves providing support to regional and Country Program (CP) teams to enhance the delivery of high-quality programs benefiting the poor and vulnerable. Additionally, you will advise on identifying key private sector partners and strategies for engaging them effectively. You will also contribute to establishing a baseline for identifying top-performing green business value chains in the 19 districts where the project operates. Your technical expertise, advice, and guidance will play a vital role in assessing the effectiveness, adaptability, and innovation of CRS’ climate change adaptation and mitigation programming worldwide.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Contribute to the development and implementation of agency-wide strategies, standards, tools, and best practices in green businesses that effectively engage target groups, private sector entities, donors, and governments. Help ensure a cross-sectoral approach integrating gender, protection mainstreaming, and disaster risk reduction.
Provide technical solutions to regional and CP teams, remotely and on-site, for strategic planning and how to best apply program design and implementation standards, best practices, partnership principles, tools, and M&E, ensuring high-quality implementation.
Contribute to regional and CP efforts to pre-position CRS for growth opportunities in value chains and Natural Resources-based Enterprises (NRBEs). Lead or contribute to the development of the technical design for large and/or complex proposals, including defining appropriate monitoring systems and indicators. Advise project teams on integrating donor strategies, priorities, and technical requirements into CRS’ approach.
Contribute to capacity strengthening initiatives in NRBEs programming for staff and partner through helping develop learning and training strategies and agendas/curriculums, conducting trainings and workshops, and mentoring and coaching to CP staff.
Contribute to knowledge management and learning through collecting and analyzing program data, evaluating strategic projects, assisting with measuring program impact, capturing, and sharing lessons learned and best practices, and research and internal reports.
Establish and maintain relationships with donors, peer organizations, research, and other institutions. Participate in forums in the area of NRBEs to collect and share best practices and promote CRS’ work.
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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Master’s Degree in agribusiness or agriculture with over 10 years’ experience in agribusiness required.
Minimum of five years relevant international working experience in an advisory or management role with progressive responsibilities, ideally with an international NGO, with minimum of three years working for programming interventions in agroforestry value chains.
Previous experience providing technical assistance and developing successful proposals for external donor funding is required.
Demonstrated application of technical principles and concepts in NRBEs programming. General knowledge of other related disciplines to ensure proper cross-sectoral approach.
Experience in business development, project design and proposal development in multi-use agroforestry systems, including technical writing.
Experience in mentoring, coaching, facilitation, and training applying adult learning principles and practices.
Experience with program monitoring and evaluation, including applying data collection tools and methodologies, data analysis, and data presentation.
Experience and skills in networking and relations with donors, peer organizations, and faith-based and civil society partners. Understanding of partnership principles.
Proficient in MS Office packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Web Conferencing Applications, information and budget management systems, knowledge-sharing networks.
Required Languages – Ability to speak English and any of the local languages.
Travel – Must be willing and able to travel up to 60% within the 19 districts of operation.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Excellent relationship management skills with ability to influence and get buy-in from people not under direct supervision and to work with individuals in diverse geographical and cultural settings.
Strong strategic, analytical, problem-solving and systems thinking skills with capacity to see the big picture and ability to make sound judgment.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Strong presentation, facilitation, training, mentoring, and coaching skills.
Proactive, resourceful, and results-oriented.
Agency REDI Competencies (for all CRS Staff):
Agency competencies clarify expected behaviors and attitudes for all staff. When demonstrated, they create an engaging workplace, help staff achieve their best, and help CRS achieve agency goals. These are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results.
Personal Accountability – Consistently takes responsibility for one’s own actions.
Acts with Integrity – Consistently models values aligned with CRS Guiding Principles and mission. Is considered honest.
Builds and Maintains Trust – Shows consistency between words and actions.
Collaborates with Others – Works effectively in intercultural and diverse teams.
Open to Learn – Seeks out experiences that may change perspective or provide an opportunity to learn new things.
Agency Leadership Competencies:
Lead Change – Continually looks for ways to improve the agency through a culture of agility, openness, and innovation.
Develops and Recognizes Others – Builds the capacity of staff to reach their full potential and enhance team and agency performance.
Strategic Mindset – Understands role in translating, communicating, and implementing agency strategy and team priorities.
How to Apply
All candidates who meet the requirements are encouraged to online at the Apply Button below.
NB: This position is for Nationals only. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Deadline: 7th April 2025
