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Interested candidates are welcome to apply by sending their CV with email to crsapplicationsmd@crs.org mentioning in the subject line the title of the position “Senior Project Officer - Housing”.

Closing Date: February 2^nd, 2026.

CRS is hiring for this position until September 30, 2026, with the opportunity to extend.

About CRS

Catholic Relief Services is the official international humanitarian agency of the Catholic community in the United States. CRS works to save, protect, and transform lives in need in more than 100 countries, without regard to race, religion or nationality. CRS’ relief and development work is accomplished through programs of emergency response, HIV, health, agriculture, education, microfinance, and peacebuilding.

CRS in Moldova & Ukraine:
Building on a modest pre-existing presence, the Moldova and Ukraine Country Office (CO) rapidly expanded its programming following Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. Between 2022 and 2025, CRS reached over 500,000 people through a comprehensive emergency, recovery and development strategy encompassing shelter and infrastructure, winterization, basic needs, education, livelihoods, protection, and care reform. The CO also prioritized strengthening partner capacity and fostering local leadership to amplify impact and reach millions more. Looking ahead, priorities include diversifying programming for the most vulnerable, integrating systemic outcomes for scale, and deepening partnerships across both countries. CRS’ portfolio is resourced by institutional donors and private emergency funding. 

Job Summary

As a key member of the CRS Moldova Housing for All team, and in close coordination with local partners, you will play a critical role in in support of Catholic Relief Services’ (CRS) work to ensure all people have access to safe and dignified housing in inclusive communities. As a Senior Project Officer, you will facilitate the achievement of project objectives through coordinating and reporting on all project activities and providing technical guidance and advice to staff and local partners. Your coordination and relationship management skills will ensure that Housing for All applies best practices and constantly works towards improving the impact of its benefits to those we serve.

Roles and Key Responsibilities

• Organize and lead the implementation of all assigned project activities as outlined in the detailed implementation plan in line with CRS program quality principles and standards, donor requirements, and good practices.
• Ensure learning properly accompanies project activities throughout the project cycle. Support accountability through coordinating project evaluation activities and guiding partners and staff in their efforts to reflect on project experiences. Analyze implementation challenges and report any inconsistencies and/or gaps to inform adjustments to plans and implementation schedules.
• Coordinate and oversee community and stakeholder engagement efforts, and serve as the liaison between them and the project team to mobilize local actors and promote project activities and impact. Oversee and perform ad-hoc inspections of various processes and resources at project sites to ensure timely project activities implementation and adherence to established process standards and procedures. Ensure proper tracking of resource use for project activities through periodic budget reviews and follow-up.
• Develop standard operating procedures, tools, and other resources related to housing for use by project staff and partners. Develop engagement plans and communication materials for participants, communities, and other stakeholders.
• Support and coordinate capacity building, trainings, and technical support activities to ensure assigned project activities are implemented per project guidelines and standards.
• Coordinate provision of any logistical and administrative support to staff and partners.
• Ensure project documentation for assigned activities is complete with all required documents and is filed per agency and donor requirements. Assist with preparation of trends analysis reports and documentation of case studies and promising practices
• Represent CRS in meetings with technical and strategic stakeholders to promote effective collaboration and coordination to achieve project objectives.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Minimum of 2-5 years of work experience in project support, ideally in the field of humanitarian shelter or other refugee assistance and for an NGO.

Preferred Qualifications

• Further education in International Relations or Social Sciences, or in architecture, urban planning, or civil engineering, would be a plus.
• Experience working with partners, participatory action planning, and community engagement.
• Experience working on policy, advocacy or technical support to government.
• Experience monitoring projects and collecting relevant data.
• Experience using MS Windows and MS Office packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Solid technical foundation in housing or construction-related fields, supported by either a relevant qualification or at least 3 years of practical experience in housing programs.
• Five years of experience in project implementation (leading or supporting).
• Demonstrated understanding of housing policy and related issues of the Moldova housing context.
• Proven ability to build and maintain effective partnerships with local authorities, community organizations, and service providers.
• Familiarity with community-based approaches and integration of vulnerable groups into inclusive housing solutions.
• Previous experience working with NGOs or in collaboration with government agencies on housing or social housing initiatives.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Analysis and problem-solving skills with ability to make sound judgment
• Excellent relationship management skills and the ability to work closely with other actors
• Proactive, results-oriented and service-oriented
• Attention to details, accuracy and timeliness in executing assigned responsibilities
• Strong planning and coordination skills and ability to prioritize competing priorities effectively

Required Languages: Spoken proficiency in English and fluency in Romanian required. Russian and/or Ukrainian a plus.

Travel: Include percentage of required travel, if applicable. Could be stated as Must be willing and able to travel up to 40 %.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Key Working Relationships 

Internal: CRS Programming and Operations team, partner team, MEAL team, Technical Advisors

External:  Caritas Moldova, local and international NGOs, UN, Government actors

Agency REDI Competencies (for all CRS Staff)

Agency competencies clarify expected behaviors and attitudes for all staff. When demonstrated, they create an engaging workplace, help staff achieve their best, and help CRS achieve agency goals. These are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and are used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results. 

• Personal Accountability – Consistently takes responsibility for one's own actions.
• Acts with Integrity - Consistently models values ​​aligned with CRS Guiding Principles and mission. And is considered honest.
• Builds and Maintains Trust - Shows consistency between words and actions.
• Collaborates with Others – Works effectively in intercultural and diverse teams.
• Open to Learn – Seeks out experiences that may change perspectives or provide an opportunity to learn new things.

***Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. We welcome, as part of our staff, people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values ​​and our commitment to serving those in need. CRS' processes and policies reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.  

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.
• CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer; CRS is always looking for qualified, diverse and compelling candidates to join our agency and support our great work.
• By applying to this job, I 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, I understand that if I am a successful candidate, I will be subject to a comprehensive background check, and my personal/professional references will be asked to evaluate my behaviors related to the above safeguarding-related topics. 
• Please note that applications will be continuously reviewed, and CRS reserves the right to close the vacancy before the deadline once a suitable candidate is identified.
• We thank all applicants for their interest, however only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.