Supply Chain Mgmt ERP Implementation Adv.II-E.Africa Region

About CRS:
Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. We welcome as a part of our staff and as partners people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need. As the official international humanitarian agency of the Catholic community in the United States, Catholic Relief Services eases suffering and provides vital assistance to the poorest and most vulnerable people around the world. The CRS/EARO region, is comprised of 7 Country Programs (CPs) — Ethiopia-Somalia, Kenya, Sudan, South Sudan, Tanzania and Uganda; EARO has a total FY22 budgeted program value of over $300 million. The CP’s are recipients of funding from diverse donors both as prime and sub awardees, with several large USG-funded awards.
Note: This is a telecommuter role; candidates from the East African region are encouraged to apply.
Job Summary:
CRS is implementing an Oracle Cloud Enterprise Resource Planning system, called “Insight” within the agency. The web-based, real-time system will help to give more visibility and controls of dai ly operations. The Global Supply Chain Management (GSCM) Unit is working closely with the Project Insight team, which leads the overall project and IT management of the roll-out, to implement Insight where it’s needed and to support and train CRS supply chain staff who will use the software.
The EARO SCM ERP will be responsible and take the lead for the Supply Chain aspects of our ERP system implementation. The SCM ERP Advisor will be instrumental in the preparation, implementation, and support of Insight. The SCM ERP Implementation Advisor will be fully responsible for the implementation of Insight SCM modules in EARO], which includes
1) collecti ng data for Insight configuration and liaising with HQ to ensure proper configuration, including participating in system testing;
2) strengthening supply chain organizational structures and processes for certain complex countries as preparation for go-live (a part of the Supply Chain Transformation for Excellence Project [STEP Up]);
3) training relevant supply chain, operations, and programming staff on the supply chain modules in Insight to ensure that they are ready for go-live; and
4) provide hypercare support to countries that are live in Insight and implement “train the trainer” exercises to expand the pool of support experts in the agency.
Personal Skills
Strong presentation, facilitation, training, mentoring, and coaching skills
Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills
Excellent relationship management skills with ability to influence and get buy-in from peop le not under direct supervision
Strong strategic, analytical, organizational, and systems thinking skills with capacity to see the big picture and ability to make sound judgment
Ethical conduct in accordance with recognized professional and organizational codes of ethics
Proac tive, resourceful and results-oriented. Ability to be effective with minimal supervision
Required Language Skills: English.
Desired Language Skills: Arabic
Travel Required (25% minimum up to 50%)
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Information Systems, Business Administration, International Development, or related discipline required. Master’s degree preferred. Professional certification(s) in supply chain a plus.
Seven years related experience, with at least two years international experience required. Demonstrated experience implementing and/or su pporting Finance and Supply chain applications required. Experience with Oracle applications preferred
Experience with an international development organization preferred
Experience with Finance and Supply Chain business processes within Non- Governmental Organizations preferred
Proven ability to work with cross-functional teams and travel across various time zones (i.e. Africa, Asia, US)
Proficient with Microsoft Office tools
Working knowledge of SharePoint or other means of enterprise-level electronic information sharing system
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
� Deve lops Talent
� Strategic Mindset
� Accountability & Stewardship
*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 a part of our staff people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need.
*Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.*** Note: All positions requiring residence or frequent travel outside their home country must undergo and clear a pre-employment medical examination. CRS’ talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding the rights and dignity of all people – especially children and vulnerable a dults – to live free from abuse and harm. CRS welcomes candidates from the countries and regions in which we work. In the event the successful candidate is an expatriate or global telecommuter, the anticipated duration of the assignment is informed by a term limit, based on the type an d level of the job and the needs of the agency. CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer**

Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. We welcome as a part of our staff and as partners people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need.