The Catholic Relief Services International Development Fellowship Program prepares dedicated global citizens to pursue a career in international relief and development work. CRS empowers fellows to enhance their skills and gain hands-on field experience while contributing to impactful work. Each fellow works alongside experienced CRS staff to address critical issues facing developing countries today. CRS invites candidates from diverse backgrounds committed to our agency's mission and strategy to join our global team.
DEVELOP CRITICAL PROJECTS AND MANAGEMENT SKILLS
DESIGNED TO PREPARE TEAM MEMBERS FOR SUCCESS
The fellowship is a unique 12-month professional development opportunity designed to prepare fellows for success in a variety of future roles at CRS. The Fellowship is centered on building skills in the following four areas:
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
- Planning and implementation of activities
- Monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning.
- Resource/Budget Management
- Communicating
DESIGN PROJECT
- Research, evaluations, analyses
- participatory design
- Outcomes framework and theory of change
- Proposal development
SYSTEMS AND OPERATIONS
- Supply chain and logistics
- Human Resources
- Finance and compliance
- Safety, safety, risk mitigation
PARTNERSHIP
- Project planning
- Programme implementation
- Strengthening capacity
- Reflection and evaluation
GET INVOLVED IN IMPACTFUL WORK
MAKE A DIFFERENCE
CRS works with a vast network of partners to generate sustainable change and provide life-saving aid when emergencies arise. Fellows support CRS's impactful work across a wide range of sectors and take on varying levels of responsibility.
Common Tasks of the Brotherhood
- Leading new emergency response projects
- To act as interim project manager.
- Participate in the design of new projects.
- Supervise assessments and data collection.
- Develop accountability structures.
- Writing reports and proposals
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The countries that have recently received scholarship recipients are highlighted on the map below.
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Prepare yourself for future career opportunities.
REALIZE YOUR POTENTIAL
Many fellows build a career at CRS after completing their fellowship. Every year, the majority of graduating fellows apply for and accept offers for future positions at CRS. Frequently, fellows transition directly into roles in project design and proposal development, program management (especially in emergency response), program quality and monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning. As they grow with CRS, former fellows often move between technical and managerial roles, working in the countries we serve or remotely. Hover over the photos below to see some of the roles fellows have held since their fellowship year.
Manager of the Agriculture and Food Security Program,
Head of the Sudan Office, Ghor Province,
Technical Advisor for Afghanistan, Quality and Management of the Emergency Program –
Humanitarian Response Department
Celeste Gregory
Fellow in Burundi
2009-2010
Emergency Program Manager,
Deputy Chief Programmer for South Sudan,
Emergency Coordinator for Sudan, Democratic Republic of Congo
Taylor Lanton
Fellow in the Philippines
2016-2017
Operations Manager, Philippines
Operations Manager, Head of Operations in Nepal, Advisor in Sierra Leone, Field Management Response Team
Dennis Lee
Fellow in Uganda
2011-2012
Emergency Program Manager, Crisis Response Program Manager in Rwanda,
Representative of Haiti in Burundi, Angola, Sri Lanka, Zimbabwe, India, DRC, Haiti and
Vice President for Syria Response, Department of Humanitarian Response
Jennifer Poidatz
Fellow in Benin
1993-1994
Peacebuilding Program Manager, Iraq
Melissa Chedid
Fellow in Egypt
2018-2019
Markets Program Manager, Northeast Nigeria Emergency Program Manager, Mozambique Technical Advisor, Cash and Voucher Assistance, Humanitarian Response Department
Danny Pavitt
Fellow in the Philippines
2017-2018
TAKE ADVANTAGE OF COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS
A PARTNERSHIP FOR HEALTH AND SUCCESS
At CRS, we value the health and well-being of our employees and offer comprehensive benefits to meet their needs and those of their families. Benefits include an international medical plan, dental and vision insurance, generous leave, a highly competitive retirement program, and family allowances for overseas employees. CRS also prioritizes and invests in the safety and security of its staff and offers travel and property insurance, disability coverage, and employee assistance programs.
MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION
Fellows enjoy an international health plan, as well as zero-deductible ophthalmological coverage for network providers and low coinsurance and copayments.
SAFE FURNISHED HOUSING
The CRS provides each fellow with basic furnished housing, which includes electricity, running water, internet, and security services (if needed). Fellow housing is usually an apartment or house near the CRS office.
PAID LEAVE (VACATION, SICK LEAVE AND PERSONAL LEAVE)
The CRS offers scholarship recipients 20 days of paid vacation, along with 12 days of sick leave annually. In addition, we offer 4 personal days off to address emergency or non-emergency situations that occur during a normal workday.
TRAVEL AND MEDICAL EVACUATION
The CRS covers relocation costs, such as transportation to and from the host country, visas, vaccinations, etc. In addition, the CRS offers employer-funded medical evacuation coverage for the fellow and their dependents.
RETIREMENT BENEFITS (403B)
The CRS offers a matching contribution of 50% on the first 6% of contributions, as well as a contribution of 7% from salary, regardless of the employee's contributions, after six months of service. (Note: Employees without a CPF [Brazilian taxpayer ID] can participate in an offshore retirement fund with the same contribution calculation.)
CONTINUING EDUCATION
After being hired, fellows gain access to CRS's robust online learning platform. In addition, CRS will reimburse up to $ 5,200 per year for employees pursuing professional degrees and certifications after one year of employment.
Explore more benefits in detail at CRS benefits page.
REVIEW OF PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
CANDIDATE PROFILE
At CRS, we celebrate diversity in our workforce and are committed to developing local leadership in the communities we serve. We recruit fellows from around the world, including nationals of the countries where we work and from underrepresented groups in the U.S. and globally. We welcome applications from candidates of all faiths and secular traditions who share... our values and our commitment to serving those in need.
Minimum scholarship requirements
- Postgraduate studies in a relevant field.
- At least six months of work or volunteer experience in a developing country.
- Fluency in English with strong oral and written communication skills
- Professional proficiency in a second language (French, Arabic and Portuguese preferred)
- Willingness to work in areas with tropical and infectious diseases and limited access to medical facilities.
Visit Frequently Asked Questions to review the cover letter requirements.
REGISTER FOR THE SOCIETY
THREE SIMPLE STEPS
Prepare a cover letter.
Consult frequently asked questions to meet the requirements.
Prepare your resume/CV
Selection process and timeline
Applications will be accepted until November 30, 2022. The best candidates will be invited to participate in a video interview, language test, and final interview. Visit the website. frequently asked questions For more information.
Due to the high volume of applications and the ongoing evaluation process, candidates will only be contacted if and when they advance to the next stage of the selection process.
WORK WITH US
LET'S TALK
We encourage you to join us for a webinar about the CRS Fellowship. Our webinars are an opportunity for you to exchange information informally with our team—learn more about the Fellowship program, ask your questions, etc. We offer webinars at the times listed below. Simply click this link to enter any session.. You can also call +1 443-290-6516, Conference ID: 991213265#
Information Sessions
Wednesday, October 12, 2022
9am to 10am EST
Thursday, October 27, 2022,
2 PM to 3 PM EST
Thursday, November 10, 2022
1 PM to 2 PM EST
Monday, November 21, 2022
8am to 9am EST
LEARN MORE
Frequently Asked Questions
We're glad you're interested in learning more about the IDFP. In our FAQs, we strive to answer questions you may have about the application and selection process, assignments and travel abroad, housing and family, career, and much more. For additional information, please follow the [link/page/etc.]. IDFP page on Facebook or send an email to idfp@crs.org.
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Equal Opportunities/Affirmative Action Employer
CRS is proud to be an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Selection and hiring decisions are made regardless of sex, gender identity, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, veteran status, or any other protected area.
We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. If, due to a medical condition or disability, you require reasonable accommodations for any part of the hiring process, please email us at [email address]. Recruitmentsupport@crs.org.
