Head Of Programming I, Laos

Catholic Relief Services

Lao People's Democratic Republic
On-site
Strategic direction and leadership
High-quality program implementation
Talent management and supervision
Catholic Relief Services is seeking a Head of Programming for its Laos Country Office to provide strategic leadership and management of humanitarian programs aimed at helping vulnerable populations. The role requires extensive experience in program management, team leadership, and capacity building, as well as fluency in English, with Lao language skills preferred

Job Summary

  • As a member of the Laos Country Office Senior Management Team, you will provide strategic direction, leadership, and management of the Country Office’s programming to ensure the establishment and successful implementation of high-quality programs serving the poor and vulnerable.
  • Your leadership, management and knowledge will ensure that the Country Office delivers high-quality programming and continuously works towards improving the impact of its programming.
  • CRS offers U.S. based staff a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, life insurance, vision, and a generous retirement savings plan.

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Catholic Relief Services is seeking a Head of Programming for its Laos Country Office to provide strategic leadership and management of humanitarian programs aimed at helping vulnerable populations. The role requires extensive experience in program management, team leadership, and capacity building, as well as fluency in English, with Lao language skills preferred.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Strategic direction and leadership
  • High-quality program implementation
  • Talent management and supervision
  • Project design and MEAL methods
  • Partnership strengthening and capacity building
  • Business development and proposal writing

Nice-to-have

  • Proactive security risk mitigation
  • Cross-sectoral program integration
  • Fostering a learning environment
  • Strong relations management abilities
  • Solutions-oriented and results-oriented

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in International Development, International Relations or relevant field
  • 5-8 years relevant field-based program management
  • 2 years senior management experience
  • Experience in proposal development and project design
  • Experience in partner capacity strengthening and staff development

Work Rights

Ability to legally work in Laos

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