Reports To:                                      Risk & Compliance Manager

Length of Contract:                         6 months

About CRS:

Catholic Relief Services (CRS) 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. CRS is an international non-governmental organization (NGO) supporting relief and development work in over 100 countries around the world. CRS programs assist persons on the basis of need, regardless of creed, ethnicity, or nationality. CRS works through local church and non-church partners to implement its programs.

Catholic Relief Services (CRS) opened operations in Kenya in 1965. For over 50 years, we have worked throughout the country to implement programs in agriculture, health, microfinance, water, sanitation, emergency relief and peacebuilding. We have built deep relationships with the Government of Kenya and the Catholic Church through ongoing collaboration and support. CRS’ projects in Kenya currently include agriculture, health, microfinance, emergency response, HIV care and treatment, and services for orphans and vulnerable children. CRS Kenya implements its programs through partnerships with local organizations, including the Catholic Church, other faith-based organizations and community entities for maximum impact and sustainability.

Job Summary:

The Intern – Risk and Compliance will support the Risk and Compliance Manager in implementing and maintaining the agency’s risk management and compliance programs. The intern will also work with other departments to ensure that CRS Kenya’s operations are in compliance with internal policies and external regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the development and implementation of risk management strategies and plans.
• Support the Risk and Compliance Officer in conducting risk assessments and identifying potential risks to the agency.
• Assist in developing and implementing compliance policies and procedures.
• Work with other departments to ensure that CRS Kenya is in compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
• Support the Risk and Compliance Manager in monitoring and reporting on compliance issues.
• Assist in developing and delivering training programs on risk management and compliance for staff.
• Support the Risk and Compliance Manager in maintaining risk and compliance documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Risk and Compliance Officer.

Personal Skills

• Strong relationship management abilities. Ability to relate to people at all levels internally and externally. Strategic in how you approach each relationship.
• Strong interpersonal, communications, writing and presentation skills.
• Proactive, resourceful, solutions-oriented, and results-oriented.
• Team player who can work independently while also being highly collaborative and open. Capable of building relationships and influencing the opinions of others.
• Willingness to stay long days in remote field locations
• Graduates with demonstrated good character, creativity, honesty and integrity, positive attitude, ability to learn, and with a recent full medical check-up.

Key Working Relationships:

Supervisory: None

Internal: Risk & Compliance Manager, Finance Officers, Program Officers among others

External: Local implementing partners, government bodies at different levels

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Law, or related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Familiarity with risk management and compliance principles and practices is preferred.
• Demonstrated Commitment to respect, equity, diversity, and inclusion including gender equality.
• The internship is open to Kenyan nationals.

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Apply Before 03/31/2023, 02:59 AM

Clear internship objectives will be developed at the beginning of the internship period, assessed, and monitored on a regular basis, and final appraisal conducted at the end of the internship period to ensure that the intern achieves their learning and development objectives.

Note:    

The intern will not be entitled to a salary as this is not considered employment. However, they will be provided with a monthly stipend and a medical and Group Personal Accident cover as per HR Compensation provisions.

CRS is under no obligation whatsoever to hire a graduate intern during or after their completion of the internship program.

What we offer:

CRS offers an opportunity for graduates to learn and work in a collaborative, mission-driven culture that is committed to improving the lives of the poor throughout the world.

***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. CRS’ processes and policies reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

CRS Kenya strives to be a place where a diverse mix of talented people want to come and work, stay, and do their best.

CRS provides equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, ancestry or national origin, sex, age, marital status, physical or mental disability or handicap, medical condition and any other status protected by law. As an equal opportunity employer, CRS will recruit, hire, train and promote persons solely on their qualifications and abilities. Women are highly encouraged to apply.

By applying to this opportunity, I understand and acknowledge that CRS requires its staff and interns 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.

CRS’ talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding the rights and dignity of all people – especially children and vulnerable adults – 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 and level of the job and the needs of the agency.

CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer