Catholic Relief Services (CRS) Junior Professionals Program 2023

• Practical training: Through hands-on experience and extensive training, Junior Professionals will grow and develop their skills in project design; program management; monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning; partnership building; and operations.

• Mentorship: Each Junior Professional will be paired with a mentor who will be actively involved in providing guidance, feedback and career coaching.

• Customized professional experience: In addition to the core training, Junior Professionals will build their skills in a specific area related to their professional development goals, and strategically position themselves for onward positions with CRS.

• Regional networking: All Junior Professionals will be part of the regional community of practice that will share successes, challenges, and lessons learned from their work.

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in related field (e.g. Economic Development, Agriculture, Health, Business, Administration, Finance, Human Resources, Supply Chain)
• Received Master’s degree within 24 months of program start date (Oct. 2023)
• At least six months of relevant work experience (e.g. internship, practicum, volunteer or paid work)
• Excellent speaking and writing skills in the official business language of the country (French or English)
• Citizen of a participating country (see above)
• Excels in collaborative multicultural environment
• Willingness to travel (up to 25% of the time)
• Willingness to be based in field offices outside of the capital city during JPP program year and after program completion

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong analytical, problem-solving and research skills
• Agile, proactive, resourceful, and results-oriented
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills

Eligible Countries 

Application

All applicants to the Junior Professionals Program must apply online, following the three simple steps outlined below. Before completing the online application, candidates should review the eligibility requirements and prepare a motivation letter. That addresses factors influencing sustainable development in Africa. Please visit the FAQs for additional information and instructions.