Operations Manager

CRS has been carrying development and emergency relief efforts in Kenya for more than 40 years. 

The CRS Kenya Country Program opened its Dadaab office in August 2011which is providing emergency WASH assistance to refugees in Kambioos camp. 

The office has now relocated to Alinjugur, Fafi District. 

CRS is developing partnerships with local NGO’s/CBO’s and INGO’s/UN for greater sustainability and higher quality programming.

Operations Manager  

(Ref.2013/15) 

Location: Alinjugur

Job Summary:  

The Operations Manager is responsible for managing the overall MQ operations of the field office, including the work inside and outside the camps. S/he is responsible for day-to–day management of financial and all administrative functions, such as office support, logistics, IT and HR management ensuring that the office and partners (as applicable) have adequate accounting, financial and administrative systems in place and they receive support and training as necessary. 

S/he will liaise closely with the Head of Office, all staff and other relevant players in the Alinjugur and Country program offices.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Ensure proper working relationship with related stakeholders at field office level.
• Provide leadership in the development and implementation of Management Quality standards Responsible for overall monitoring and reporting of the management performance.
• Supervision of MQ functions and build capacity of the team members.
• Provide financial oversight to the finance team in Alinjugur.
• Assists Program Managers in preparing budgets for proposals and Annual Program Plan, including review of monthly & quarterly cash forecast requirements, monthly financial reports, audit status reports and ensure timely submission of the same.
• Provide Technical administrative support to the Alinjugur Sub-office functions.
• Ensure the field office policies and procedures are aligned with CRS/Kenya policies.
• Ensure that CRS’ and donor policies and regulations are followed and adhered to in relation to procurement, resources and vehicle management.

Qualifications, Skills and Abilities Requirement

• Degree in Business Administration or relevant filed. MBA preferred.
• Minimum five years professional experience at Management level, with experience in finance, office management and administration procedures. Prior experience with international, bilateral or multilateral organization preferred.
• Proficient with basic budget management and calculations.
• Good supervisory, interpersonal & problem solving skills.
• Ability to interact well in a diverse/multi-cultural work environment.
• Ability to work on multiple tasks concurrently and under pressure to meet deadlines/targets.
• Excellent written, oral communication in English and Kiswahili and computer skills (Microsoft Office Programs).
• High integrity, good stewardship and ability to cultivate constructive relationships.

Written applications indicating the reference number of position applied for and CV including day-time contact phone numbers, as well as names and contact information of three references should reach the below-mentioned by July 12, 2013. 

Residents in this area are strongly encouraged to apply.

Human Resources Manager
Catholic Relief Services – Kenya Program
E-mail: hr@ke.earo.crs.org

Note: 

Please indicate the Reference Number of the position you are applying for on the ‘email subject’.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.