🇸🇱 Job Vacancies @ Catholic Relief Services (CRS) – Female Internship Program (Multiple Openings)

CRS JOB ADVERT – INTERNAL/EXTERNAL 

CRS is recruiting for Female Internship Program – (Young Women Internship Program FY25) If you are interested and your profile matches the requirements, please read the below Intern descriptions, and follow  the instructions to submit your application package.  

About CRS:

Catholic Relief Services is the official international humanitarian agency of the Catholic community in the United States.  CRS works to save, protect, and transform lives in need in more than 100 countries, without regard to race, religion, or  nationality. CRS’ relief and development work are accomplished through programs of emergency response, health  (including malaria), agriculture, education, microfinance, and peacebuilding.

CRS/ Sierra Leone and Program Background 

Catholic Relief Service (CRS) launched its work in Sierra Leone in 1963 supporting relief and development operations in  the country. CRS Sierra Leone has proudly maintained a strong reputation and relationship with partners and the  communities we serve in the country by implementing a multi-sector program portfolio. Today, the Country Program has  a robust portfolio built around several major programs in Health, Agriculture, Nutrition, Education and Urban Resilience.  CRS/Sierra Leone currently implements projects in Education, Emergencies, Health, and Urban Resilience sector area,  including the USDA/McGovern Dole Food for Education funded All Pikin for Learn project, and is a co-principal recipient  of the Global Fund malaria grant to the country. Other funding includes the UN-funded as UNPBF project. CRS Urban  malaria research project anticipates that by incorporating malaria activities in the Transform Freetown Project, a more  holistic and sustainable approach to improving health and reducing malaria prevalence can be achieved.

CRS interns will have the opportunity to tailor their work to specific skills or sectors. The 2024/2025 Interns will work  alongside experienced managers to gain practical skills and experience in:

• Business Development
• Development Programming
• Operations and Finance
• Procurement
• Communication
• Country Representative
• Head of Programs
• Project Directors
• MEAL

1. Business Development (BD) Intern JD 

The role will provide support to all business development processes. Under the supervision of the Business  Development Specialist and supporting supervision of the Gender Focal Point (GFP), the BD intern will support the  following.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing proposal production plan.
• Provide administrative support to the BDs. This includes organizing BD workshops and training for staff and  partners.
• Assist in liaising with internal proposal development teams.
• Support the development of donor engagement documents.
• Attending meetings, taking notes, and producing reports as needed.

Preferred Experience / Qualification  

The ideal Intern should have:

• An Undergraduate degree in Communications, Business Administration, or any social sciences/Art degree obtained  within the last 2 years required.
• 0-1 work experience after graduation (e.g., internship, practicum, volunteer, or paid work) in the desired  area.
• Citizen of Sierra Leone.
• Female aged 18- 35 years of age.
• Ability to use general office equipment.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Committed and willing to learn.
• Proficient in using Microsoft application software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook). •
• Excellent interpersonal and people’s skills.

2. Programming Intern JD 

The role will provide administrative and programming support to Head of Programming. Under the supervision of the HOP  and supporting supervision of the GFP, the Intern will support the following activities:

Responsibilities: 

• Assist in providing administrative support to the HOP.
• Provide program quality support to all programs and agency core crosscuttings units such as partnership, MEAL,  Business Development, Gender and Communications.
• Support the overall implementation of all programs by performing any other official duties as required by the  HOP, which are in line with the experience of the Intern.
• Support with program workshops and arranging external engagements.
• Support with visits from WARO and other CPs.
• Support with project launches and close-outs.

Preferred Experience / Qualification  

The ideal Intern should have:

• An undergraduate degree in social work, Business Administration, Gender, community development, or any  related academic degree.

obtained within the last 2 years required.

• 0-1 work experience after graduation (e.g., internship, practicum, volunteer, or paid work) in the desired  area.
• Citizen of Sierra Leone.
• Female aged 18- 35 years of age.
• Ability to use general office equipment.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Committed and willing to learn.
• Proficient in using Microsoft application software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook). •
• Excellent interpersonal and people skills.

3. Operations Intern

Under the supervision of the Head of Operations and the supporting supervision of the GFP, the Intern will work with all  operations units.

The Operations Intern will support the following activities:

• Assist the Finance department with filing and bookkeeping.
• Assist the HR department on recruitment.
• Provide support to the administrative, fleet, Procurement and ICT departments as needed.
• Provide direct assistant to the Head of Operations on his/her duties which are in line with the Intern’s  experience.

Preferred Experience / Qualification  

The ideal Intern should have:

• An undergraduate degree in Finance, Business Administration, Human Resources, Procurement and Logistics or  any related academic degree obtained within the last 2 years required.
• 0-1 work experience after graduation (e.g., internship, practicum, volunteer, or paid work) in the desired  area.
• Citizen of Sierra Leone.
• Female aged 18- 35 years of age.
• Ability to use general office equipment.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Committed and willing to learn.
• Proficient in using Microsoft application software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Excellent interpersonal and people’s skills.

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Agency-wide Competencies (for all CRS Staff & Associates)  

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.

• Integrity
• Continuous Improvement & Innovation
• Builds Relationships
• Develops Talent
• Strategic Mindset
• Accountability & Stewardship

***Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. Catholic Relief Services carries out the  commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. We welcome as a part of our  staff people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need. CRS’  processes and policies reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.  By applying to this internship, I understand and acknowledge that CRS requires its staff and associates to treat all people  with dignity and respect and to actively prevent harassment, abuse, exploitation, and human trafficking. Further, I  understand that if I am a successful candidate, I will be subject to a comprehensive background check, and my  personal/professional references will be asked to evaluate my behaviors related to safeguarding-related topics. 

QUALIFIED WOMEN ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. CRS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 

To apply for this position please send an up-to-date CV and a supporting letter, and copies of relevant certificates to email address below:

[email protected]

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Also send a copy of your application package to the desk Officers, Ministry of Employment and Social Security, New  England, and Extension Offices in Applicants’ Locations  

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. 

Closing Date for the receipt of application packages is 11th October 2024.

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