Apply for the ongoing Catholic Relief Services (CRS) Recruitment 2026. See the 5 job positions, descriptions, eligibility, and how to apply.
About Catholic Relief Services (CRS) Recruitment
1.) Risk and Compliance Officer
Location: Abuja
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or other relevant Bachelor’s strongly preferred.
- A recognized accounting professional certification (e.g., ICAN, ACCA, CPA) is required
- Certified Fraud Examiner certification will be an added advantage
- Minimum of 3 years work experience, ideally with an international organization, with progressive responsibility in operations and/or programming. At least 2 of these years entail audit, compliance, or risk management experience.
- Knowledge of audit standards and compliance regulations and familiarity with international standards for internal control and risk and compliance management (e.g., COSO, ISO, COBIT)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Good relationship management skills
- Good analytical, organizational, and systems thinking skills
- Ability to make sound judgment
- Ethical conduct in accordance with recognized professional and organizational codes of ethics
- Proactive, resourceful, and results-oriented
Preferred Qualifications:
- Required Languages – English. Hausa will be an added advantage.
- Travel – Must be willing and able to travel up to 50%.
- Familiarity with accounting systems.
- Proficient in the MS Office package (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio) and information management systems.
- Excellent report writing skill
- Supervisory Responsibilities – none
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 fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results:
- Integrity
- Continuous Improvement & Innovation
- Builds Relationships
- Develops Talent
- Strategic Mindset
- countability & Stewardship
CRS offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, vision, generous retirement savings plan and the opportunity to work in a collaborative, mission-driven culture that is committed to improving the lives of the poor throughout the world.
26th April, 2026.
2.) Program Manager II – Food Assistance and Livelihoods, THRIVE
Location: Borno
- Master’s Degree in International Development, International Relations, or in the field of Economics is required. Additional experience may substitute for some education.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in relevant field-based project management experience required, preferably at least 2 – 3 years working in the area of cash-based or e-voucher programming, and food assistance and/or livelihoods.
- Experience in managing moderately complex projects, preferably with an international NGO.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working with RedRose and CAT system is a plus.
- Good experience in project grants management, including project design, preferably for grants from multiple public donors, including USAID.
- Demonstrated ability to write high-quality technical proposals.
- Experience engaging with partner organizations
- MEAL skills and experience required.
- Staff management experience and abilities that are conducive to a learning environment.
- Experience using MS Windows and MS Office packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Web Conferencing Applications, and information management systems.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make sound judgments and decisions and offer innovative solutions
- Strong relations management abilities. Ability to relate to people at all levels internally and externally.Strategic in how you approach each relationship.
- Good presentation and facilitation skills
- Proactive, resourceful, solutions-oriented, and results-oriented.
Required Languages:
- Fluency in English required
Travel:
- Must be willing and able to travel up to 20%.
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 fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results.
- Integrity
- Continuous Improvement & Innovation
- Builds Relationships
- Develops Talent
- Strategic Mindset
- Accountability & Stewardship
Not Specified.
3.) Deputy Chief of Party I, THRIVE
Location: Borno
- Master’s Degree in International Development, International Relations, or a relevant technical area.
- 5 years’ relevant management and technical experience.
- 3 years’ experience managing donor funds. Knowledge and experience in budget management.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Recognized technical experience and qualifications in the sector
- Demonstrated experience in successful management, including the management of functions of complex, multi-activity projects.
- Staff management experience and abilities that are conducive to a learning environment.
- Experience engaging partners and strengthening partnerships. Knowledge of CRS partnership strategy a plus.
- Experience in MS Office package (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio), Web Conferencing Applications, and information and budget management systems.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Very good strategic, analytical, systems thinking, and problem-solving skills, with the capacity to see the big picture and the ability to make sound judgments and decisions.
- Very good relations management abilities. Ability to relate to people at all levels internally and externally. Strategic in how you approach each relationship.
- Team leadership abilities with diverse/multi-disciplinary teams.
- Proactive, resourceful, solutions-oriented, and results-oriented.
Required Languages:
- Fluency in English required
Travel:
- Must be willing and able to travel up to 20%.
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 fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results.
- Integrity
- Continuous Improvement & Innovation
- Builds Relationships
- Develops Talent
- Strategic Mindset
- Accountability & Stewardship
Not Specified.
4.) Program Manager II – Shelter and WASH
Location: Borno
- Master’s Degree in International Development, International Relations, or in the field of Shelter and WASH is required. Additional experience may substitute for some education.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in relevant field-based project management experience required, preferably at least 2-3 years working in the area of Shelter and WASH programming. Experience in managing moderately complex projects, preferably with an international NGO.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make sound judgments and decisions and offer innovative solutions
- Strong relations management abilities. Ability to relate to people at all levels internally and externally.Strategic in how you approach each relationship.
- Good presentation and facilitation skills
- Proactive, resourceful, solutions-oriented and results-oriented.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Degree in Engineering or Architecture.
- Experience working with RedRose and CAT system is a plus.
- Good experience in project grants management, including project design, preferably for grants from multiple public donors, including USAID.
- Demonstrated ability to write high-quality technical proposals.
- Experience engaging with partner organizations
- MEAL skills and experience required.
- Staff management experience and abilities that are conducive to a learning environment.
- Experience using MS Windows and MS Office packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Web Conferencing Applications, and information management systems.
Required Languages:
- Fluency in English required
Travel:
- Must be willing and able to travel up to 20%.
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 fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results.
- Integrity
- Continuous Improvement & Innovation
- Builds Relationships
- Develops Talent
- Strategic Mindset
- Accountability & Stewardship
Not Specified.
5.) Program Manager II – Nutrition and Protection, THRIVE
Location: Borno
- Master’s Degree in Public Health, Nutrition, or a related field. Additional experience may substitute for some education.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in relevant field-based project management experience required, preferably at least 2-3 years working in the area of Nutrition and Protection programming.
- Experience in managing moderately complex projects, preferably with an international NGO.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Clinical background – medicine (MD) or nursing (RN)
- Experience working with RedRose and CAT system is a plus.
- Good experience in project grants management, including project design, preferably for grants from multiple public donors, including USAID.
- Demonstrated ability to write high-quality technical proposals.
- Experience engaging with partner organizations
- MEAL skills and experience required.
- Staff management experience and abilities that are conducive to a learning environment.
- Experience using MS Windows and MS Office packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Web Conferencing Applications, and information management systems.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make sound judgments and decisions and offer innovative solutions
- Strong relations management abilities. Ability to relate to people at all levels internally and externally.Strategic in how you approach each relationship.
- Good presentation and facilitation skills
- Proactive, resourceful, solutions-oriented, and results-oriented.
Required Languages:
- Fluency in English required
Travel:
- Must be willing and able to travel up to 20%.
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 fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results.
- Integrity
- Continuous Improvement & Innovation
- Builds Relationships
- Develops Talent
- Strategic Mindset
- Accountability & Stewardship
Not Specified.
FAQs
1. What is Catholic Relief Services (CRS) Recruitment 2026?
Catholic Relief Services (CRS) Recruitment 2026 refers to the hiring process through which CRS seeks qualified individuals to fill various job positions in its humanitarian and development programs. These roles may include positions in health, education, emergency response, administration, and logistics across different countries, including Nigeria.
2. How can I apply for CRS Recruitment 2026?
To apply, interested candidates should visit the official CRS careers portal on the Catholic Relief Services website. Applicants are required to create an account, search for available job openings, and submit their applications online with updated CVs and relevant documents.
3. What are the requirements for CRS Recruitment 2026?
The requirements vary depending on the job role, but generally include:
- A relevant educational qualification (e.g., degree or diploma)
- Work experience in a related field
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Knowledge of humanitarian or development work is an added advantage
Some roles may also require proficiency in specific technical skills or local languages.
4. Is CRS Recruitment 2026 free of charge?
Yes, the recruitment process by Catholic Relief Services is completely free. Applicants are advised to beware of fraudsters asking for payment in exchange for job offers, as CRS does not charge any fees for job applications or recruitment.