Job ID: 316267

Program Manager II - OCHA

Catholic Relief Services (CRS)

Location: Bossangoa, Central African Republic

Apply by: 13 Oct 2026

Relevant Sectors

Administration, Management, Finance/Accounting, Procurement

Location: Bossangoa, Central African Republic

CRS seeks a Program Manager II to manage and provide technical oversight of the development and implementation of a large multisectoral emergency response project, ensuring effective systems and processes support high-quality programming in food security, WASH and protection. The role provides leadership, coordination and management of consortium partners and ensures compliance with donor requirements and CRS quality standards. This position is contingent upon donor funding approval; the anticipated assignment period is nine months. Key responsibilities include managing the OCHA/CBPF-funded multisectoral emergency response project through its full cycle; managing talent, team dynamics and staff well-being; leading program learning, research and dissemination of best practices; pursuing new funding opportunities and serving as technical lead/writer for proposals; overseeing technical assistance and capacity strengthening in Food Security, WASH and protection; and ensuring timely, compliant project expenditures. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in International Development, International Relations, WASH, Protection or Food Security (or equivalent experience); minimum 5 years' relevant field-based project management experience, preferably including 3 years in emergency response; experience managing moderately complex projects, working with local partners, and managing OCHA/CBPF projects. Master's degree preferred. Fluent French and English required. Must be willing to travel up to 50%.

* Apply Before 13/10/2026, 20:00

HOW TO APPLY:
Apply online via the CRS Careers Oracle Cloud recruiting portal.
https://eipn.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/3002902