Catholic Relief Services Senior Compliance Officer Jobs in Kenya

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 has worked in Kenya since 1965. Over the years, CRS’ focus shifted from direct relief and food distributions to a comprehensive development program that works with partners and enhances local capacity.

CRS Kenya programs now support children affected by HIV, and community-based efforts to increase household incomes, improve family health and sanitation, and enhance agriculture livelihoods

The HIV/AIDS Service Delivery Support Activity (HSDSA) is a five-year USAID- funded project located in the Rift Valley. As a lead for the CRS HSDSA project compliance section, you will ensure project compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations and AIDAR, USAID Policies and USAID / Kenyan mission orders and Implementing Partner’s notices;

Establish standards and implement procedures to ensure that compliance mechanisms are effective and efficient in identifying, preventing, detecting, and correcting noncompliance with applicable rules and regulations (e.g. the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, the OECD Anti-Corruption Initiative, etc.); ensure due diligence that USG funds are not being diverted from their development purpose outlined in the contract and are not vulnerable to corruption or extortion; and coordinate with auditors in annual and special audit functions.

You will be expected to use established standards, policies, and procedures to assist HSDSA project’s implementation.

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