Job Title: Civil Society Engagement Liaison
Department: Programs
Reports to: Program Manager, Community Engagement for Integrated Catchment Management in Lesotho
Country/Location: Lesotho/Maseru
CRS Background:
Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. 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.The Community Engagement for Integrated Catchment Management(ICM)in Lesotho project is a GIZ-funded project to engage communities in natural resource management and livelihoods in Lesotho under national movement called ReNOKA.
Job Summary
As an ICM Civil Society Liaison for CRS/Lesotho, youwill be responsible for management of Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in natural resource management (NRM) space, support theircapacitystrengthening in NRM/livelihoods for the implementation of Community Engagement for ICM in Lesotho project.
You will also provide technical oversight/supportto theplanning, implementation and monitoring of Small Grant projects under Community Engagement for ICM in Lesotho project.
Job Responsibilities
- Collaborate closely with the GIZ and ICM Coordination Unit (ICU) to strengthen CSOs capacity for local ICM planning, implementation, and monitoring.
- Collaborate with GIZ and ICU and other stakeholders to develop innovative strategies, technical tools, and systems to strengthen community engagement and participation in ICM activities.
- Work closely with ICUand other government ministries and their departments in strengthening collaboration of CBOs at all the levels.
- Support the development of CSO work plans that are aligned to the project objectives and activities.
- Participate in and support project monitoring, evaluation and learning activities.
Typical Background, Experience and Requirements
Education & Experience
- Additional experience may substitute for some education
- Minimum of two to three years of relevant work experience with an international NGO, with at least one year of field-based programming experience.
- Familiarity with ICM systems and structures in Lesotho and related NGOs and CBOs
- Experience in effectively engaging with NGOs/CSOs in building/strengthening their capacity
- General knowledge of technical principles and concepts in NRM/livelihoods, capacity strengthening and program management
- Proficient in MS Office packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Web Conferencing Applications, knowledge-sharing networks.
Personal Skills
- Good relationship management skills with ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary and multicultural teamsespecially with faith communities
- Strategic, analytical, problem-solving and systems thinking capacity and skills
- Good writing skills.
- Strong data collection and research skills and ability to interpret and analyse data
- Proactive, resourceful and results-oriented
- Willingness and ability to travel to the operational areas on frequent basis as project demands.
Required/Desired Foreign Language: Strong spoken and written English skills
Travel Required:Willingness to travel 50% or more to field locations
Key Working Relationships:
Supervisory: None
Internal: Project Director ICM, other CRS-ICM staff, Finance, Operations
External: GIZ,Government Ministries, other implementing partners, community leaders, and peer organizations
Agency-wide Competencies (for all CRS Staff)
These are rooted in the mission, values, and principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and to achieve the desired results.
- Strategic Mindset
- Integrity
- Accountability & Stewardship
- Builds Relationships
- Continuous Improvement
Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties and responsibilities associated with the position.
CRS’ talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.
Submission:
Please note that the position is only open to applicants who are Citizens of Lesotho. Interested candidates should submit a CV, cover letter, and certified copies of academic qualifications, no later than 14/12/2023 at 17:00 by email to [email protected] with the subject line:CIVIL SOCIETY ENGAGEMENT LIAISON.APPLICANTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED IF THE SUBJECT LINE DOES NOT INDICATE THE POSITION. HARD-COPY APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED.