Sr Advisor, Safeguarding Surge Support Temporary – Remote

In 2019, CRS established an Ethics Unit with a mandate for the prevention and response to ethical violations including fraud, corruption and all forms of harassment, exploitation and abuse. Working under the leadership of the Safeguarding Director, and in close collaboration with Safeguarding team, regional and country program leadership, this position will provide critical stop gap support on the in-take of safeguarding allegations, investigations, and the preparation and roll-out of CRS’ new Partner Safeguarding Compliance and Capacity Building Framework.
Roles and Key Responsibilities:

• Support regions and country programs on the in-take and assessment of safeguarding reports and in preparing and conducting investigations of alleged safeguarding violations
• Serve as investigation lead or co-lead on safeguarding investigations
• Oversee the preparation of investigation reports and the inclusion of corrective actions to address gaps in knowledge, systems, or procedures to strengthen prevention efforts
• Maintain/update safeguarding case files in whistleblower system
• Support regions and country programs to identify and develop the capacity of designated safeguarding focal points for safeguarding prevention and response (investigations)
• Working with the Senior Safeguarding Advisor and the Partner Safeguarding Advisors, support the preparation and roll-out of the Partner Safeguarding Compliance and Capacity Building Framework
• Lead the development/adaptation of trainings, tools, templates and communication materials intended to ensure CRS supports our implementing partners to comply with safeguarding minimum standards, in coordination and collaboration with others from the safeguarding team, other HQ departments and country programs
• Deliver interactive online and in-person trainings to regional and country program staff on CRS’ partner safeguarding approach, system, and tools
• Proactively identify any gaps in understanding or application of CRS’ approach to partner safeguarding through dialogue, training, provision of tools, etc.

Basic Qualifications:

• Ten or more years of experience in the humanitarian or development sector
• Eight or more years of relevant experience in partnership capacity building or institutional strengthening, including the design and delivery of systems and trainings
• Five or more years of experience in protection or safeguarding
• Experience implementing safeguarding policies and practices related to staff and/or implementing partners
• Strong inter-personal and team building skills; experience facilitating collaboration between partners and different departments and country programs
• Strong analytical and writing skills; significant experience in, and comfort with, report writing
• Solid organizational skills: the ability to be flexible and work well under pressure in a fast-paced multi-tasking team environment
• Unpretentious and smart; a problem solver who seeks to find constructive solutions within compliance and policy requirements.

Education and Experience

• University degree in Social Work, Development, Project Management, Organizational Development, Psychology or Public Administration
• Master’s degree in a relevant field preferred

Required Languages – English fluency required. French proficiency preferred. Additional languages a plus.
Travel – minimal – two-three weeks

Agency-wide Competencies (for all CRS Staff)
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

Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Work Conditions/Environment Conditions: Tele-commuting position
Key Working Relationships:
Internal: Safeguarding Director; Senior Safeguarding Advisor; Regional Safeguarding Advisors; Partner Safeguarding Advisors; Ethics Unit Regional Managers and Field Officers; Ethics Unit Director; Regional Directors/Deputy Directors; Country Representatives; Country Program Senior Management Teams; inter-departmental collaboration with Human Resources, Humanitarian Response, Partnership, Protection, MEAL (monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning), Risk and Compliance, Business Development
External: Caritas International (CI) ; other CI Member Organizations; others NGOs, including Local Implementing Partners; UN agencies, and donors.
Agency-wide Competencies (for all CRS Staff)
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

What we offer
CRS offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, vision, generous retirement savings plan and the opportunity to work in a collaborative, mission-driven culture that is committed to improving the lives of the poor throughout the world.
*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. Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.
Note: All positions requiring residence or frequent travel outside their home country must undergo and clear a pre- employment medical examination.
CRS’ talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding the rights and dignity of all people – especially children and vulnerable adults – to live free from abuse and harm.
*EOE/M/F/D/V –* CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. (For all US and International positions)

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.