Catholic Relief Services International Development Fellows Program 2023

The Catholic Relief Services (CRS) is pleased to announce its International Development Fellows Program for the 2023/24 cohort. The fellowship program prepares dedicated global citizens to pursue a career in international relief and development work.

The Fellows Program is designed for individuals dedicated to a career in international development, with a focus on program management or operations. All Fellows complete a comprehensive practical training that includes project management, project design and proposal development, partnership and capacity sharing, monitoring and evaluation, budget and resource management, supply chain, logistics, human resources and security protocols. Upon successful completion of the fellowship, many Fellows obtain roles with CRS.

Each Fellow is based in one of CRS’ country programs for the 12-month fellowship. Before applying, please visit the IDFP website to learn more about the Fellowship learning objectives, structure, benefits, and application requirements.

About Catholic Relief Services

Catholic Relief Services was founded in 1943 by the Catholic Bishops of the United States to serve World War II survivors in Europe. Since then, we have expanded in size to reach more than 130 million people in more than 100 countries on five continents. For over 75 years, our mission has been to assist impoverished and disadvantaged people overseas, working in the spirit of Catholic social teaching to promote the sacredness of human life and the dignity of the human person. Although our mission is rooted in the Catholic faith, our operations serve people based solely on need, regardless of... read more

Catholic Relief Services International Development Fellows Program

Aim and Benefits of Catholic Relief Services International Development Fellows Program

•  Benefits include an international medical plan, dental and vision insurance, generous leave, a highly competitive retirement program, and family-friendly allowances for overseas staff.
• CRS also prioritizes and invests in staff safety and security and provides travel and property insurance, disability coverage and Employee Assistance Programs.

Requirements for Catholic Relief Services International Development Fellows Program Qualification

• Graduate degree (Master’s level or higher) in relevant field (e.g. Sustainable Development, Global Affairs, Development Economics, Public Administration, Agriculture, Health, Business, Finance, Supply Chain)
• At least six months of work or volunteer experience in a developing country
• Must be willing and able to be based in locations with tropical and infectious diseases and limited access to medical facilities 
• Fluency in English with strong oral and written communication skills
• Professional proficiency in a second language (preference given to major languages where CRS works e.g. French, Arabic) 

Interview date, Process and Venue for Catholic Relief Services International Development Fellows Program

• Applications will be accepted through November 30, 2022. The top candidates will be invited to complete a video interview, language test and final interview. 
• Due to the high volume of applications and rolling basis of the review, candidates will only be contacted if and when they advance to the next stage of the selection process.

Documents Required for Application

• Cover letter
• Resume/CV

Application Deadline

How to Apply

For more details,visit CRS website