Administration / Logistics Officer at Catholic Relief Services (CRS)

Job Title: Administration / Logistics Officer - Volunteer Support

Job Reference # 2013/18

Employer: Catholic Relief Services (CRS)


Job Summary

The F2F Volunteer Support Officer will coordinate volunteer assignments, and will work with the Regional and country office to organize relevant logistics and orientation for volunteers.

She/he will assist the F2F Program Country Director in managing the day to day activities of the project and will report to the F2F Program Country Director.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate all in-country logistics for volunteer assignments, including airport pick-up and drop-off, all in-country travel arrangements and accommodations.
• Serve as the in-country contact for volunteers regarding in-country logistics.
• Work directly with CRS HQ Baltimore-based F2F Volunteer Coordinator to coordinate international and in-country travel, and other volunteer needs or requests.
• Assist the F2F Program Country Director to manage relationships with volunteer hosts and in-country partner organizations.
• Coordinate relationship building efforts including host visits and departments in the CRS office.
• Coordinate the logistics for the development of media information gathering, promotional events and other activities related to the in-country role in CRS promotion of the F2F Program.
• Maintain contact with the other three F2F CRS Country Program Offices when developing media information, promotional events and other activities related to CRS’ promotion of the F2F Program.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• BA in Administration or related field
• Three to five years’ experience in travel coordination and customer service.
• Knowledge of Kenyan Immigration requirements
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks, provide a high degree of professionalism and maintain a positive attitude when problem solving and interacting with internal and external contacts.
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent written, verbal, presentation and facilitation skills
• Experience with Microsoft applications is essential.
• Ability to work constructively with diverse stakeholders
• Proven discretion with confidential and sensitive issues
• Strong networking, negotiating and interpersonal skills

Travel Requirement:

The position requires ability and willingness for occasional domestic and possible international travel.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in the above positions and meet these minimum qualifications, please submit your cover letter and resume including day-time telephone contact, as well as names and contact information of three referees to:
The Human Resources Manager
Catholic Relief Services – Kenya Program
E-mail: hr@ke.earo.crs.org

Important: Indicate the reference number of the position you are applying for on the email subject.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Application Deadline: 20th Sept 2013