Job Description
Job Description
CRS JOB DESCRIPTION
About CRS:
Catholic Relief Services is the official international humanitarian agency of the Catholic community in the United States of America. CRS works to save, protect, and transform lives in need in more than 100 countries, without regard of race, religion, or nationality. CRS’ relief and development work is accomplished through programs of emergency response, HIV, health, agriculture, education, microfinance, and peacebuilding. Registered in Zimbabwe under the PVO Act, certificate number 6/2002, CRS has been supporting program activities in Zimbabwe since 1989 and has long-standing relationships with Church and non-Church partners and communities throughout the country. Zimbabwe program implements projects
through 14 partner organizations in 30 districts in the areas of health, OVC, education, food security and agricultural livelihoods, and peacebuilding.
Job Summary
The successful candidate will provide timely & comprehensive information, clerical, as well as accounting services to assist the Finance Department in executing its processes and delivering services that support
high-quality programs of serving the poor and vulnerable groups. As part of an experienced Finance team,
s/he will deliver quality support by applying clearly defined accounting and financial reporting processes,
procedures, and service standards.
Duties and Responsibilities
Roles & Responsibilities include:
• Completing standard financial documents (vouchers, debit advices, wire transfer requests, checks,
etc.) following a sample template or using a portal in line with prescribed guidelines and circulate as needed.
• Providing administrative and clerical support to financial transactions processing which includes
but not limited to preparing, typing, photocopying, and scanning related documentation.
• Filing accounting and financial reporting documentation as instructed.
• Compiling supporting documentation (liquidation/receipt package) to support processing of financial transactions.
• Communicating with staff, subrecipients, partners, suppliers and following up on required
documents.
• Performing data entry function of financial transactions and recording following validation by next- level Finance staff.
• Responsible for filing, packaging, and submitting records for archiving.
• Monitoring the shared drive of uploaded payments for processing and providing feedback to initiators where required.
• Coordinating with staff, vendors and partners to resolve payment and documentation issues.
• Supporting subrecipient financial monitoring and compliance reviews.
• Maintaining accurate financial records and ensured audit-ready documentation (i.e pulling,
scanning, and filing documents).
• Assisting with account reconciliations and resolution of outstanding items.
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Job Title: Finance Graduate Intern (Harare Based) Reports to: Senior Finance Officer
Qualifications and Experience
Qualifications and Experience
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or any other related field.
• At least 1 year Industrial Attachment working experience in a similar environment.
• Experience working in an International NGO environment will be an added advantage.
• Experience using MS Office packages (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) is required as well as knowledge of
a financial accounting package or software.
Required Languages – Strong written and oral communication skills in English required.
Travel – Must be willing and able to travel up to 25%.
Agency Competencies (for all CRS Staff)
• Personal Accountability – consistently takes responsibilities for one’s own actions.
• Acts with Integrity - consistently models values aligned with CRS Guiding Principles and mission.
Is considered honest.
• Builds and Maintains Trust - shows consistency between words and actions.
• Collaborates with Others – works effectively in intercultural and diverse teams.
• Open to Learn – seeks out experiences that may change perspective or provide an opportunity to
learn new things.
Agency Leadership Competencies:
• Lead Change – continually looks for ways to improve the agency through a culture of agility,
openness, and innovation.
• Develops and Recognizes Others – builds the capacity of staff to reach their full potential and
enhance team and agency performance.
• Strategic Mindset – understands role in translating, communicating, and implementing agency
strategy and team principles.
How to Apply
About Us
Catholic Relief Services (CRS) carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States of America
to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. We welcome as 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. Registered in Zimbabwe under PVO Act number 6/2002, CRS works with church and non-church organizations to assist the poor, vulnerable and disadvantaged on the basis of need, regardless of creed, ethnicity or nationality.
CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CRS’ processes and policies reflect our commitment to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.
CRS is committed to safeguarding program participants, community members, staff and volunteers from all forms of exploitation and abuse. The successful candidate is expected to sign and adhere to CRS´ Code of Conduct.
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.
Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities
associated with the position.
CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Applicant Instructions: Please email a cover letter, and curriculum vitae which should include three
references to: Zimbabwe.crs@crs.org. Please include the position you are applying for in the subject line.
The closing date for applications is Friday, 06 November 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
CRS does not charge application fees or processing fees to potential applicants or any fee throughout the
recruitment process.
Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. CRS 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.
By applying for this job, the candidate understands and acknowledges that CRS requires its staff to treat all
people with dignity and respect. Further, s/he understands that if successful, s/he will be subject to a
comprehensive background check, and personal/professional references will be asked to evaluate the
candidate’s behaviors related to safeguarding-related topics.