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Catholic Relief Services - Zambia Country Program

About Catholic Relief Services

Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the
United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. Our Catholic
identify is at the heart of our mission and operations. We welcome as part of
our staff and as partner’s people of all faiths and secular traditions who
share our values and commitment to serving those in need. Since 2000 CRS
Zambia has been implementing a number of programmes to support vulnerable
communities in Zambian. Recent programming areas include nutrition,
agriculture, food security, HIV/AIDS, WASH, financial inclusion, and early
child development.

Position Purpose

The Project officer will oversee and guide the implementation of Microfinance
(SILC) activities under the FANSER project ensuring that field supervisors and
Agents are trained and supported to implement SILC among community groups.
S/he must effectively manage relationships with CRS partner staff to establish
and oversee a Savings Led Microfinance strategy for the FANSER project. S/he
will also serve as the point person for SILC activities within the project and
will coordinate and prepare all required reports. S/he works closely with the
Project Director and the Country Program Microfinance Technical Advisor to
promote CRS’ Savings and Internal Lending Communities (SILC) Private Service
Provider (PSP) model as a key strategy for improving financial access for
financially under-served populations of Zambia.

The Project Officer is based in Eastern Province (Petauke) and dedicates a
significant amount of time in the field (Katete, Petauke, and Sinda) to ensure
smooth implementation of the project. S/he provides training expertise to
build partner capacity in the SILC/PSP methodology and enhance the project-
wide learning agenda.

Major Responsibilities

Work closely with CP MF Technical Advisor and partners to scale up Savings and
Internal Lending Communities (SILC)/PSP programs through

1\. Training

> Design Training of Trainers workshops.
> Facilitate TOT workshops with local partners.
> Guide and support partners in their efforts to recruit, train and mentor SILC Field Agents to become successful PSPs.
> Build the capacity of local partners in identifying and disseminating lessons learned and best practices.
> Work with Gender advisor to train PSPs in Gender Transformative Approach
> Incorporate lessons learned and innovations from partners to improve TOT workshops.
> Assess the capacity and training needs of project staff
> Configure the MIS Savix for implementing partners, and train staff on its use and on data analysis

2\. Management Information System SAVIX based

> Support the MIS Savix in the project.
> Train local partners in the use of Savix MIS.
> Guide and support partners in their efforts to collect and analyze data monthly.
> Use and study information captured through the MIS Savix and submit monthly and quarterly trend analysis reports to the Project Director.
> Work very closely with the Country Program SILC TA and other unit members.
> Work very closely with the FANSER gender advisor to integrate gender in SILC

3\. Monitoring and Evaluation

> Monitor and report on the Program quality assessments (PQAs)
> Providing guidance and regular monitoring of SILC field supervisors
> Periodic assessment and evaluation of field agent training activities using the SILC monitoring checklist.
> Periodic assessment and evaluation of PSP SILC +GTA training activities using the recommended checklist
> Participate in overall program reviews and evaluations.

4\. Learning Agenda

> Document and disseminate lessons learned and best practices with regards to SILC TOT manual.
> Participate with CP and regional team in development of promotion and marketing materials for the FANSER project.
> Contribute lessons learned and innovations from the field.
> Raise awareness about, promote and market the SILC/PSP model with new partners in the field and the MF industry in the country.
> Stay abreast of new developments in Savings-led Microfinance industry and participate actively in discussions with SILC colleagues from other country programs and NGOs.

5\. Working Relationships & Contacts

> Reports to the FANSER Program Manager with dotted responsibility to the CP SILC Technical Advisor.
> Work closely with the MEAL and Finance Department.
> Work closely with the Gender advisor
> Work closely with the nutrition officers in integrating SILC in nutrition activities
> Have close contact with local partner staff.

6\. Typical Background, Experience & Requirements

Education and Experience

> Bachelor’s degree preferred. Degree in Development Studies/Social work or in the field of rural development or economics would be a plus.
> General knowledge of technical principles and concepts in savings led microfinance, financial education and market engagement.
> Minimum of 2-3 years of work experience in project support. Experience in the field of savings led microfinance, business/marking skills, or a related field required. Experience with an NGO would be a plus.
> Experience in participatory action planning, community engagement, and designing and delivering trainings
> Experience monitoring projects and collecting relevant data preferred
> Experience using MS Windows and MS Office packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
> Familiarity assisting with the implementation of projects in Eastern Province (preferred)
> Time management and the ability to focus on multiple priorities

Agency-wide Competencies (for all CRS Staff)

These are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and
used by each staff member to fulfil his or her responsibilities and achieve
the desired results.

> Trusting Relationships
> Professional Growth
> Partnership
> Accountability

CRS’ talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting
children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Applicants Instructions Please email a cover letter, and curriculum vitae
which should include three references to crszambiajobs@crs.org Please include
the position you are applying for in the subject line.

The closing date for applications is. Only shortlisted candidates will be
contacted for an interview

Disclaimer This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill,
effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.

CRS’ talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting
children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Note By applying for this job, you understand and acknowledge that CRS
requires its staff to treat all people with dignity and respect and to
actively prevent harassment, abuse, exploitation, and human trafficking.
Further, you understand that if you are a successful candidate, you will be
subject to a comprehensive background check, and your personal/professional
references will be asked to evaluate your behaviors related to the above
safeguarding-related topics.

Applicant Instructions Please email a cover letter, and curriculum vitae
which should include three references to crszambiajobs@crs.org. Please
include the position you are applying for in the subject line.

The closing date for applications is 11th February 2021. Only shortlisted
candidates will be contacted for an interview



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