The Humanitarian Operations Technical Advisor II strengthens CRS' rapid response and ongoing humanitarian operations by providing deployable, hands-on operational expertise to support emergency response delivery.
Requirements
- In-depth knowledge of humanitarian operations systems, with strong expertise in supply chain management, procurement, logistics, and emergency sub-office setup.
- Strong understanding of public donor regulations, operational compliance requirements, and risk management in emergency contexts.
- Solid knowledge of humanitarian best practices, operational standards, and evolving guidance for emergency field operations.
- Familiarity with cross-functional operational areas (HR, finance, security, ICT/telecoms, fleet) and how they integrate into emergency response operations.
- Familiarity with CRS programming principles
- Familiarity with ICT/GIS
- Knowledge of CRS partnership strategy
- Knowledge of emergency coordination mechanisms
- Strong familiarity with SPHERE, Core Humanitarian Standards
- Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills
- Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions independently.
- Extremely flexible and can cope with stressful situations in emergency environments.
- Demonstrated ability to provide leadership in strategic planning initiatives
- Ability to work both as a motivating member and a leader of a diverse team
- Strong knowledge of effective management practices desired
- Strong MS Office skills
- Experience setting up and managing humanitarian supply chains
- Experience engaging partners and strengthening partnerships.
- Proficiency (verbal and written) in English and at least one of the following languages: French, Spanish, Arabic.
- Ability to travel at least 50% of time often at very short notice (within 48 hours) and for an average of four-six weeks (with a maximum of two consecutive months under exceptional circumstances).
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401k Matching
- Retirement Plan
- Health Insurance
- Visa Sponsorship