Field Operations Manager (Kenyan Nationals Only)

About the role

Catholic Relief Services (CRS) is looking for a Field Operations Manager in Marsabit, Kenya, to provide field-level operational leadership, coordination and representation for the CRS Marsabit sub-office. The role supports timely, high-quality and accountable implementation of the project and works closely with project technical, MEAL, supply chain, compliance, security and operations teams, as well as Caritas Marsabit (DOM). It is open only to Kenyan nationals.

Key responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day coordination of CRS field operations in Marsabit, covering food distribution, Food for Assets, nutrition, MEAL, supply chain, security and operations, and resolve field-level bottlenecks
• Coordinate with Caritas Marsabit (DOM) and represent CRS in County and sub-county government, NDMA, community and humanitarian coordination structures
• Represent the project in County Steering Groups and coordinate high-level visits to project sites and warehouses
• Oversee the day-to-day functioning of the CRS Marsabit sub-office and exercise delegated financial and administrative authority
• Coordinate commodity and supply chain readiness for scheduled distributions, working with the DCoP, Supply Chain Manager, Warehouse Manager and Compliance Agents
• Act as the field-level focal point for operational security, safeguarding and compliance, and escalate serious concerns immediately
• Review implementation data and feedback with MEAL and partner teams, run after-action reviews and promote accountability and learning
• Supervise designated direct reports, manage team performance and contribute to recruitment, onboarding and capacity strengthening

Required profile

• Master's degree in Business Administration, International Development, International Relations, Project Management or another relevant field; additional experience may substitute for some education
• Minimum five years of progressively responsible experience in international development and/or humanitarian response, including project or field operations management
• Demonstrated experience coordinating complex field operations with partners, government stakeholders and communities, and supervising staff
• Experience with donor-funded humanitarian or development programs; food assistance experience is an advantage
• Ability to work and travel in remote field environments, with regular travel to Marsabit County and occasional trips to Nairobi
• Professional proficiency in English and Swahili; other languages common in Marsabit County are highly desirable

Required skills

• Knowledge of administration, budgeting, procurement, logistics, security and resource stewardship
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office and relevant information management systems
• Leadership, coordination, problem-solving and decision-making abilities