Technical Advisor II
Quick answer
Catholic Relief Services is hiring a Technical Advisor II to provide expert guidance on cash and market-based humanitarian programming for global emergency response initiatives.
- Role
- Technical Advisor II
- Organization
- Catholic Relief Services
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
Catholic Relief Services is seeking a Technical Advisor II to join the Humanitarian Response Department's MBRRR team for an 18-month emergency response initiative. This role provides technical expertise and strategic support for cash and market-based programming, food security, and livelihoods to global country programs. The incumbent will lead capacity-strengthening initiatives, support complex proposal development, and foster partnerships with donors and local organizations. The position requires significant international travel and cross-sectoral collaboration to ensure high-quality, adaptive humanitarian assistance.
What you'll do
- Develop and implement agency-wide strategies and tools for cash and market-based programming.
- Provide remote and on-site technical support to regional teams for program design and implementation.
- Lead or contribute to technical designs for complex emergency response proposals.
- Conduct capacity-strengthening workshops, training, and mentoring for staff and partners.
- Manage knowledge and learning by capturing lessons learned and best practices from field data.
What it takes
- Master's Degree in humanitarian assistance, social policy, economics, or a related field.
- Fluency in English and proficiency in French, Spanish, Portuguese, or Arabic.
- Significant experience in cash-based programming and market assessment methodologies.
- Proven ability to work within an INGO and build relationships with donors and partners.
- Must be willing and able to travel up to 50% of the time, including to emergency zones.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote or in-office?
The role involves both remote support and significant international travel, requiring the incumbent to be on-site at project locations up to 50% of the time.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation for this position is not specified in the job posting.
What are the primary qualifications required?
Candidates must have a Master's degree in a relevant field, strong expertise in cash and market-based programming, and fluency in English plus at least one additional required language.
How long is this project expected to last?
The position is a temporary role associated with a specific project, currently slated to run from July 1, 2026, through December 31, 2027.
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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