Humanitarian Operations Technical Advisor I, RAPID - ESARO

CRS JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: Humanitarian Operations Technical Advisor I, RAPID - ESARO Reports to : Humanitarian Operations TA II, RAPID Department: HRD Position duration: until January 30, 2028 Location: Kenya, Madagascar, Mozambique, Ethiopia, Sudan, South Sudan, Uganda, Zimbabwe, Malawi, Zambia

Note: this is the general coverage area of this role; this position is a Remote based position, and we will consider only qualified applicants located in these countries. Relocation is not available

Project Overview

Catholic Relief Services is implementing a global emergency response initiative designed to deliver timely, life‑saving humanitarian assistance in rapidly evolving crises worldwide. Over 18 months, the program enables fast, flexible action to address urgent needs arising from sudden shocks and protracted emergencies. It supports critical humanitarian sectors through context‑appropriate assistance while emphasizing operational readiness, locally led implementation, accountability to affected communities, and safe, dignified programming. Emergency Program Managers will support Kenya, Madagascar, Mozambique, Ethiopia, Sudan, South Sudan, Uganda, Zimbabwe, Malawi, and Zambia providing readiness and response support based on evolving needs, with the composition of countries adapted according to context and operational priorities. The initiative strengthens the organization’s ability to respond at speed and scale in complex and resource‑constrained environments, ensuring help reaches people most in need when it matters most.