Emergency Program Manager I
Quick answer
Catholic Relief Services is hiring a remote Emergency Program Manager I based in select countries in the Middle East and Asia to oversee the implementation and technical quality of global emergency response programs.
- Role
- Emergency Program Manager I
- Organization
- Catholic Relief Services
- Location
- Jordan, Egypt, Lebanon, India, Philippines, or Indonesia (Remote)
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
Catholic Relief Services is hiring an Emergency Program Manager I to oversee humanitarian response and recovery initiatives across a designated hub of countries in Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. This role provides technical leadership for emergency projects, ensuring alignment with donor standards, quality programming, and effective partnership management. The position requires a proactive professional capable of managing large-scale projects, supporting staff development, and securing new funding opportunities through high-quality technical writing. The successful candidate will facilitate emergency readiness and response efforts while maintaining MEAL policies and fostering organizational learning.
What you'll do
- Provide technical oversight of emergency response projects throughout the project cycle.
- Manage staff performance, development, and well-being for emergency teams.
- Lead technical writing for emergency response and recovery proposals.
- Oversee partnership identification, assessment, and capacity strengthening.
- Represent the organization in relevant clusters, working groups, and with key donors.
What it takes
- Master's Degree in International Development, International Relations, or related field.
- At least 1 year of experience in emergency programming (WASH, shelter, livelihoods, or food security).
- Proficiency in English; Arabic language skills are preferred.
- Demonstrated experience in project grants management for public donors.
- Ability and willingness to travel at least 50% of the time, often on short notice.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote?
Yes, this is a remote-based position; however, applicants must reside in one of the approved countries: Jordan, Egypt, Lebanon, India, Philippines, or Indonesia.
What is the expected travel commitment?
The role requires significant travel, at least 50% of the time, often on short notice (within 48 hours) to potentially difficult or stressful environments.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation is not explicitly specified in the job posting.
What are the core educational requirements?
The preferred qualification is a Master's degree in International Development, International Relations, Community Development, or a technical field like WASH, shelter, or food security.
How to apply
Apply directly on Catholic Relief Services's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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