Afghanistan-related Jobs
List for 07 May – 03 June 2005
Position: Deputy Program Director
Location: New York City
Travel: Frequent trips to Afghanistan (at least 4 times per year)
Status: Full-time
Arzu: The mission of Arzu, a nonprofit organization, is to provide sustainable income to Afghan women by sourcing and selling carpets made by them. Our goal is to give opportunity for economic self-reliance, education and health care to Afghan women and their families. Arzu is at a very exciting expansion stage and this is a great opportunity for substantive, hands-on experience in a leadership role in the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Qualifications
Applicants should send cover letter, resume and three reference contacts to:
Jasmine Nahhas di Florio, Arzu Program Director
Tel: (212) 501-8285│Email: nahhasdiflorio@aol.com
-Please note only short-listed applicants will be contacted to schedule an interview-
Title: Radio Network Liaison Manager
Report to: Country Director
Date: 22/05/2005
PROFILE:
Internews is a media NGO, working in Afghanistan since February 2002.
We have launched a transitional media development program designed to ensure that local, professional media takes root in post-war Afghanistan. The core component of this project is to set up 30-35 radio stations around Afghanistan and build a network of independent programming for those stations.
Essential Functions include the following:
Overall management of the performance based funding for the stations in consultation with the Country Director
Maintaining and updating the database of existing partner stations.
Liaising weekly with existing partner stations to identify technical problems and facilitating IT and Radio Department solutions to problems where possible.
Supporting the development of 29 Radio stations in the areas of both journalism quality and management.
Monitoring and evaluating partner station activity in accordance with Internews guidelines and MOU’s.
Updating MOU’s with partner stations in line with performance assessment.
Set up a reporting system for the stations to report back to Internews on their activities.
Support Nai in media and broadcast law advocacy work with the central government as well as local governors.
Support journalists in training needs assessments and curriculum development for training as required.
Public relations and press release writing.
Liaison with Salaam Watandar and NAI in developing cooperative working relations to develop the media.
Support the Country Director in reporting, submission writing and general liaison with Donors in English
Submission of monthly reports in English on Internews program progress
Carry out duties as and when they are required for the implementation of Internews media development program in line with our donor guidelines.
Carry out other tasks as may be assigned by the Country Director.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience required:
Knowledge required:
§ Bachelor Degree , including good written and spoken English
§ A first degree although not essential maybe useful to attract the appropriate calibre of staff in office.
§ A basic knowledge of INTERNEWS structure, objectives, organization, management, contacts and working methods.
§ A basic understanding of INTERNEWS Policy.
Skills required:
· Good Interpersonal and excellent organizational skills
· Good oral and written communication skills
· The ability to use own initiative
· Common sense and act quickly on issues.
Experience required:
§ At least two years experience in managing people.
§ Possess strong leadership skills.
§ Excellent communication skills in Dari/Farsi, Pashto and English.
§ Ability to work without supervision.
§ Possess organizational skills and ability to prioritize work-load and meet deadlines.
§ Ability to think strategically and solve problems.
§ Possession of sound academic qualifications.
Deadline for Applications: 05/June/2005
TO APPLY SEND COVER LETTER AND RESUME TO:
ADMINISTRATOR
Baharistan, Karti-Parwan, Next to Hajji Mir Ahmad Mosque, Kabul
GSM: 070250666
Namatullah.shinwari@internews.org
Job Announcement
Position: Marketing developer
Number of posts : One ( full time )
Announcing Date: May 3rd
Duty Station: Kabul
May 18th Closing Date:
Term: two to three months minimum
Salary: dependent on qualifications
Center for International Journalism (CIJ) is the leading non-profit organization for training and protection of Afghan journalists.
CIJ is seeking applicants for the position of Marketing developer whose main duties and responsibilities include:
- assist CIJ director in developing a marketing plan.
- lead the design of promotional campaigns.
- collect feedback, references and anecdotes from participants and donors.
- supervise the production of promotional materials ( Web site, brotures, press release)
Qualifications:
- experience in sales and marketing.
- fluent in Dari and Pashto
- fulent in English
- ability to work independently.
- ability to coordinate activities among variety of people.
- understanding of basic design principles.
Female applicants and those with journalistic experience are highly encouraged to apply.
All applicants are required to submit their CVs with cover letters to the Center for International Journalism and fill out an application form.
Note: Candidates will be shortlisted on May 22nd .
Address: Center for International Journalism (CIJ), Across from Interior Ministry, Interior Ministry Road, Kabul-Afghanistan.
Job Announcement
Position: Translator
Number of posts : One ( full time )
Announcing Date: May 3rd
Duty Station: Kabul
May 18th Closing Date:
Term: six- to 12 months contract
Salary: dependent on qualifications
Center for International Journalism (CIJ) is the leading non-profit organization for training and protection of Afghan journalists.
CIJ is seeking applicants for the position of Translator whose main duties and responsibilities include:
- to translate Dari, Pashto and English.
- interpret for expatriate staff when required.
Qualifications:
- at least two years experience both in translation and interpretation.
- ability to understand both written and spoken English.
- to be able to operate computer, preferably work with MS- Office.
Female applicants and those with journalistic experience are highly encouraged to apply.
All applicants are required to submit their CVs with cover letters to the Center for International Journalism and fill out an application form.
Note: Candidates will be short-listed on May 22nd .
Address:Center for International Journalism (CIJ), Across from Interior Ministry, Interior
Ministry Road, Kabul-Afghanistan.
Job Announcement
Position: Administrator
Number of posts : One ( full time )
Announcing Date: May 3rd
Duty Station: Kabul
May 18th Closing Date:
Term: six- to 12 months contract
Salary: dependent on qualifications
Center for International Journalism (CIJ) is the leading non-profit organization for training and protection of Afghan journalists.
CIJ is seeking applicants for the position of Administrator whose main duties and responsibilities include:
- assist CIJ director in administering and organizing major work projects of CIJ.
- keep schedules of all staff, including organizing work assignments
- set reminders for staff about appointments.
- set staff meetings and ensure staff are informed about all meetings and decisions.
- coordinate with and make requests from other departments of office (facilities, transportation, systems, purchasing, finance)
- inform and communicate with international advisors.
- coordinate with and supply documents to steering committee.
- keep written records organized electronically and on paper.
- complete forms for purchasing and expendatures.
- compile data and information for narrative reports for funders.
- reports to CIJ Director.
Qualifications:
- strong organizational skills.
- project management experience desirable.
- maturity in dealing with office personnel.
- ability to work independently, including excellent time management skills.
- excellent commuications skills.
- computer skills in Work, Excel, email and Internet ( experience in Outlook a plus)
- experience in nonprofit organization.
- fluent in written and spoken Dari; moderate level of written and spoken Pashtu.
- some written and spoken English.
Female applicants and those with journalistic experience are highly encouraged to apply.
All applicants are required to submit their CVs with cover letters to the Center for International Journalism and fill out an application form.
Note: Candidates will be shortlisted on May 22nd.
Address: Center for International Journalism (CIJ), Across from Interior Ministry, Interior Ministry Road, Kabul-Afghanistan.
Position: qualified Afghan women to work in financial sector
If you know of any qualified women interested in working in the financial
sector, please have them send their resumes to
Resumes@afc.af.
Mustafa Kazem
Chief Financial Officer
Afghanistan Finance Company
Street # 10, House # 53
Wazir Akbar Khan, Kabul
Afghanistan
Household Income Manager
Relief International (RI)
Location country: Afghanistan Closing date: 28 Jun 2005
Job Description
Job Description and qualifications:
Relief International, an international relief and development agency
with cross-sectoral programs bridging relief to development has an
immediate opening for a Household Income Manager position in
Afghanistan. This position requires vision, commitment to women's
development, strong management and communication skills.
Responsibilities include
1. Program management and oversight
2. Market opportunity assessment and identification of training needs
3. Establishment of vocational training guidelines
4. Training of national staff
5. Oversight of micro-credit loan officers
6. Establishment of monitoring and evaluation systems
7. Institution building and capacity building for national NGO partners
8. Networking with NGOs and other organizations to create synergies
with other programs
9. Coordination with partners and stakeholders, in particular the
Ministry of Women's Affairs.
Qualified candidates must possess a degree (preferably in relevant
field) and at least three years of leadership experience, with a
demonstrated track record in gender sensitive development.
Vacancies Contact
To apply: please submit your resume, cover letter, date of
availability, salary history, and 3 professional references to
United Nations Development Programme
Country Office for Afghanistan
National Area-Based Development Programme (NABDP)
TERMS OF REFERENCE
Post Title: Head of Economic Development
Unit: Economic Development
Type of Appointment: P5
Duration: 12 months (with possibility of extension)
Duty Station Kabul, Afghanistan
Last revised: 20 January 2005
A. BACKGROUND
The National Area Based Development Programme (NABDP) is a joint UNDP-Ministry of Rural Rehabilitation and Development (MRRD) initiative. NABDP has three components: 1) Regional Economic Development by providing a launching point for the Government to achieve its long term development objectives.; 2) Capacity Development of the Government at national and sub-national levels through technical advice, training and the physical upgrading of Government offices; and 3). Immediate Recovery Support for quick impact infrastructure projects to address the urgent needs of rural communities. NABDP receives resources from the Governments of Japan, Italy, Malaysia, UK, Canada, USA, the European Commission, as well as UNHCR and UNDP.
The Regional Economic Development component is designed to assist MRRD in developing and implementing regional economic development strategies for economic regeneration of the regions, enhancement of the rural communities’ livelihoods and poverty reduction.
B. SUMMARY OF DUTIES
Head of Economic Development is responsible for the effective design, development, organisation and management of the Regional Economic Development component of the NABDP. Leading a team of multi-disciplinary Economic Development Advisors (EDA), the Head of Economic Development will oversee the development and establishment of appropriate framework, systems and processes for Economic Development at MRRD. S/he will guide the development and implementation of appropriate strategies for economic assessment, formulation of regional development scenarios, strategies and feasibility studies, and identification/prioritisation of development projects in consultation with all the key stakeholders and through an inclusive participatory and collaborative approach.
Head of Economic Development will be responsible for establishing and managing the Economic Development Unit, coordinating and monitoring effective implementation of the agreed plans and performance targets, undertaking periodic reviews and producing regular progress reports. S/he will ensure that a close working and support relationship is established and maintained with the MRRD Departments and other key stakeholders. S/he will ensure that effective and inclusive consultation processes and coordination and communication mechanisms are in place.
Head of Economic Development will support and work closely with the Programme Manager and other members of the Programme Management Team on developing and implementing strategies and fostering shared vision and direction for NABDP.
C. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Developing Regional Economic Development Objectives, Strategies and Work Plans
1.1. In consultation with the Programme Manager and MRRD leadership, lead the development of appropriate Regional Economic Development objectives, strategies and work plans including performance targets and budgets;
1.2. Monitor the progress against agreed plans, initiate corrective actions and produce regular reports to Programme Manager and MRRD leadership; and
1.3. Undertake periodic review of the Regional Economic Development activities in consultation with all key stakeholders and produce recommendations and proposals as required.
2. Managing Economic Development Unit
2.1. In consultation with the Programme Manager, oversee the recruitment and selection of the Unit’s advisors and other staff members;
2.2. Develop and maintain an effective team of advisors and staff, hold regular team meetings, ensure that they are well informed of the Programme and Economic Development objectives and plans and actively participate in the development and establishment of Team’s objectives and work plans;
2.3. Provide ongoing and regular support and supervision; monitor and evaluate personal performance and development and take action as necessary; ensure that the Unit members have adequate access to facilities and equipment to perform their duties satisfactorily;
2.4. Guide and agree performance and development objectives and targets for the Unit staff, arrange training programs and other development/learning opportunities; and
2.5. Undertake field visits as required.
3. Developing and Maintaining Relationships with MRRD Departments and other key stakeholders
3.1. Ensure the establishment of a close working relationship and cooperation with the relevant MRRD Departments and key implementing counterparts for Economic Development component; and
3.2. In consultation with the key implementing counterparts, ensure the development and establishment of effective consultation processes and coordination and communication mechanisms with MRRD Departments and other key stakeholders.
4. Supporting and Working Closely with the Programme Manager
4.1. Assist the Programme Manager and collaborate with other members of the Programme Management Team in developing, implementing and monitoring Programme’s objectives and strategies and fostering shared vision and direction;
4.2. Support and assist with the development and implementation of Programme’s organizational development plans and relevant polices, procedures, systems and processes;
4.3. Assist the Programme Manager in developing concepts, designing projects and writing proposals, and producing reports;
4.4. As requested, facilitate and/or participate in events, seminars, ad hoc working groups, etc.; and
4.5. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
5. Personal Development and Learning
5.1. Take responsibility for own personal development and continuous learning programme.
D. KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE, QAULIFICATIONS/SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
1. Knowledge/Experience
1. Extensive knowledge and experience of Economic Development ;
2. Minimum of 5 years of economic development project/programme management preferably in international development setting;
3. Minimum of 9 years of management experience including managing others; and
4. Minimum of 3 years experience working in/with central or provincial government offices.
2. Qualifications/Skills
5. Post-graduate degree in Economics or other related fields;
6. Proven leadership and people management skills;
7. Excellent communication skills: speaking, writing, and listening;
8. Demonstrated interpersonal skills including diplomacy, tact, and the ability to negotiate and influence;
9. Facilitation, consulting, and/or training skills highly desirable; and
10. Computer skills, including extensive experience using Microsoft Word and Excel. Internet and e-mail skills required.
3. Abilities
11. Fluency in English, knowledge of Dari and/or Pashtu languages highly desirable;
12. Ability to set priorities and manage time effectively;
13. Ability to work both independently and as an effective team member;
14. Ability to think and communicate clearly with others, motivate and lead people;
15. Demonstrated abilities to take initiatives, build consensus and make things happen;
16. Professionalism in appearance and demeanour; and
17. Willingness to enhance knowledge through training and personal initiative.
E. REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
Reports to the NABDP Programme Manager.
Responsible for a multi-disciplinary team of Economic Development Advisors and other staff.
Counter Narcotics Trust Fund (CNTF) Manager
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
Location
country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 21 Jun 2005
Job Description
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT No.2005/06/151
1 June 2005
Post Title: Counter Narcotics Trust Fund (CNTF) Manager
Organizational Unit: UNDP/Programme Section
Type of Appointment: Activities of Limited Duration (ALD) -
International Level: A 4
Duration: 12 Months (with possibility of extension)
Duty Station: Kabul-Afghanistan
Number of Positions: One (1)
Closing Date: 21 June 2005
Availability Date: No later than August 2005
UNDP Mission Statement:
UNDP is the UN’s global development network, an organization advocating for
change and connecting countries to knowledge, experience and resources to help
people build a better life. UNDP is on the ground in 166 countries, working
with national counterparts on their own solutions to global and national
development challenges.
Background:
The area under poppy cultivation in Afghanistan increased by two thirds in 2004 reaching an
unprecedented 131,000 hectares, according to the United Nations Office on Drugs
and Crime (UNODC) Opium Poppy Survey 2004. Furthermore, in 2004 opium
cultivation spread to all provinces in Afghanistan and the opium economy is now equivalent to about 60%
of Afghanistan’s 2003 GDP. The drug problem in Afghanistan
has become increasingly serious and if it persists, the successes of the last
three years will be at risk.
At the request of the Government of Afghanistan, UNDP has established a Counter
Narcotics Trust Fund (CNTF) that derives its areas of activities from eight
pillars: Building Institutions; Information Campaign; Alternative Livelihoods;
Drug Law Enforcement; Criminal Justice; Eradication; Drug Demand Reduction and
Treatment of Drug Addicts; and Regional Co-operation. In addition, seven
provinces have been identified as priority provinces for counter narcotics
interventions in Afghanistan. The establishment of the Trust Fund is an essential
initiative and a one-time opportunity of utmost importance for assisting Afghanistan in
tackling the illicit drug industry.
The key principles behind the CNTF include providing additional resources for
the Afghan Government’s counter narcotics efforts; ensuring transparency and
accountability in the allocation of those resources; enabling the Government to
have greater ownership over implementation of its counter narcotic strategy;
and promoting greater coherence in the funding of counter narcotics-related
activities.
The Trust Fund will be administered by the UNDP and governed by a Management
Board, and projects will be executed by the Ministries of Counter Narcotics and
of Finance.
Description of Responsibilities:
Under the overall guidance of the Country Director, the Fund Manager will be
responsible for the sound management of the Trust Fund. The Fund Manager will
report to the Sr. Deputy Country Director (Programme) and work closely with the
Assistant Country Director.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Specific tasks and responsibilities include the following:
- Advise the UNDP Country Office as well as the Management Board and Oversight
Committee on the overall implementation and the administration of the Fund and
its programme, including reporting on progress vis-à-vis planned activities and
expected outputs, and making specific recommendations on the administration of
the Fund as required;
- Manage all aspects of the administration of the Fund, including financial
resource management, coordination and administration, using established
guidelines and procedures to realize maximum performance and impact;
- In collaboration with the Programme Manager at the Ministry of Counter
Narcotics, monitor implementation status, track progress through undertaking
field visits, preparation of relevant reports and briefings, convening project
reviews, document lessons learned and project impact as well as carry out
in-depth performance review using both substantive and financial reports;
- Provide the regular quarterly and annual progress and financial reports required
as part of the administration of the Fund;
- Plan and organize programme evaluation and audit missions under the highest
professional standards;
- Maintain an accurate record of transactions and database of activities
undertaken through the programme relevant for the administration of the Fund;
maintain an up to date record of the financial and other status of the Fund
including both of actual received funds as well as expenditures; Participate in
fund raising exercise for the programme;
- Provide guidance and backstopping to national counterparts and other
partners.
- Process the release of the required approved financial advances to the
Ministry of Finance, track flows of funds and ensure that processing is smooth;
- Together with Ministry of Counter Narcotics, formulate technical support and
capacity-building programmes to enhance national capacities and ownership,
especially related to fund management;
- Coordinate CNTF Programme activities with UNDP’s initiatives as well as with
other United Nations agencies and donors, to develop inter-agency synergies and
complementarities;
- Training national programme officers, associates and assistants on day-to-day
management as well as on the substances.
- Perform other duties as may be requested by the Country Director.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Post-graduate academic background or equivalent in development-related
disciplines (preferably in rural development, economics, agriculture or other
relevant fields);
- At least 10 years of professional experience in fund management and
administration.
- Work experience at international settings with UN agencies, International
agencies, NGOs and civil society organizations; familiarity with the UNDP
development agenda
- Initiative and sound judgment. Dedication to the United Nations’ principles
and demonstrated ability to work harmoniously with persons of different
national and cultural backgrounds;
- Strong skills in results-based management, preparation of work plans and
schedules and substantive reporting; Strong analytical and management skills
applied to programme/project and financial management and review, including
financial resources;
- Proficiency in English; familiarity with Dari and/or Pashto would be an
advantage.
For more detailed information about the VA please visit our website www.undp.org.af
Please note that applications received after the closing date (i.e. 21 June 2005 ) will
not be given consideration. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for
interview.
Please indicate your date of availability in your application
Internal Candidates are eligible to apply only if they have completed full
tenure of their current agreement
Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
Vacancies ContactSubmission of Applications:, Interested International candidates should submit their applications in writing (marked “Confidential” and clearly indicating on the sealed envelope the VA number) to the Human Resources Officer, UNDP Afghanistan, Shah Mahmood Ghazi Watt Street, Kabul, Afghanistan or email their applications (indicating on the subject line the VA number and the title of the post applied for) to vacancies.afghanistan@undp.org
Programme Officer (Anti-Corruption)
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
Location
country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 21 Jun 2005
Job Description
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT No.2005/06/148
1 June 2005
Post Title: Programme Officer (Anti-Corruption)
Organization Unit: UNDP/Programme Unit (Democratization and Civil
Society Empowerment Unit {D&CSE})
Type of Contract: Activities of Limited Duration (ALD) - International
Level: A3/A 4
Duration: Six Months (with possibility of extension)
Duty Station: Kabul, Afghanistan
Number of Positions: One (1)
Closing Date for applications: 21 June 2005
Availability: No later than August 2005
UNDP Mission Statement
UNDP is the UN's global development network, an organization advocating for
change and connecting countries to knowledge, experience and resources to help
people build a better life. UNDP is on the ground in 166 countries, working
with national counterparts on their own solutions to global and national
development challenges.
Background:
Afghanistan is recovering from the devastation of 23 years of conflict. A key
requirement for sound democratic governance to prevail is the independence and
integrity of key institutions, such as the new parliament to be established,
the judiciary, and the media and civil society. It also requires the promotion
of transparent and accountable institutions with processes which are
participatory in nature in determining their priorities, actions and
achievement of results. The cornerstone of democratic governance is a clean,
transparent, accountable and non-corrupt government.
The Government, along with a number of agencies, is examining approaches and
strategies to fight corruption ranging from measures such as vigilance and
prosecution, of those found to be guilty of violating the laws, to improve
transparency and accountability in the use of government resources and to
increase awareness amongst many others. Donor and UN agencies have underlined
the importance of the government fighting corruption and the sound management
of the large amounts of donor assistance invested in the country, particularly
through the government budget. Corruption in Afghanistan is widespread,
although not yet well organized, and the importance of anti-corruption measures
is well recognized amongst the various national and international stakeholders.
It is therefore important that action be initiated as soon as possible to
target the scope and nature of reforms, both geographically and
programmatically, and to launch a holistic anti-corruption campaign that can be
developed and implemented through a participatory approach engaging key
national and international stakeholders at various levels but starting from
small localized pilot awareness campaigns to see what does and what does not
work.
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) fielded an Anti-corruption
Needs Assessment Mission in March 2005 in response to a request by the Office
of the President. The final needs assessment report has been submitted to the
Government, key national and international stakeholders for review will be used
as the basis for further discussions to determine and initiate priority
actions. A draft concept note on anti-corruption is in the process of being
developed by UNDP Democratization and Civil Society Empowerment Unit in
consultation with the various national and international and national
stakeholders.
Supervision:
Direct Supervision: Senior Deputy Country Director (Programme)
Content and methodology of supervision: General Direction from the Senior
Deputy Country Director (Programme) and routine feedback and supervision from
the Assistant Country Director for Democratization and Civil Society
Empowerment Unit (D&CSE Unit).
Work Relationships:
The incumbent will:
- Work closely with the Senior International Programme Officer and the Programme
Associate supporting anti-corruption initiatives;
- Coordinate programming activities and further strengthen relationships with
the national and international stakeholders interested in the anti-corruption
initiative including the General Administration of Anti-Bribery and Corruption,
UNAMA, UNODC, ADB and others interested donors.
Duties and Responsibilities:
In close consultation with the General Administration of Anti-Bribery and
Corruption, UNAMA, UNODC and ADB as well as other interested national and
international stakeholders, the incumbent will assist the DCS&E Unit in
further developing the anti-corruption concept and concrete overall project
activities on behalf of UNDP.
Specific duties and responsibilities entail:
- Establishing contacts with local Government institutions, UN agencies and
other organizations (e.g. NGOs) active in the areas of anti-corruption;
- Assisting the UNDP Country Office in identifying and developing an
anti-corruption project in consultation with the various national and
international stakeholders based on past, ongoing and planned activities in
this sector;
- Providing background papers, briefing notes and concept notes to inform
decisions on the efforts to fight corruption in Afghanistan;
- Participating in meetings and ensure that plans, activities and resources are
coordinated with all partners;
- Assisting with the resource mobilization efforts for the anti-corruption
project once it has been designed;
- Assisting in all relevant activities to support efficiently the
implementation of the anti-corruption activities agreed upon;
- Providing advice and assistance in mainstreaming transparency and
accountability measures in the on-going projects and new initiatives;
- Providing advice and assistance in mainstreaming transparency and
accountability measures in the various UNDP Country Office operations and
activities;
- Supporting the Senior International Programme Officer/Assistant Country
Director in the process of coordinating UNDP's governance programme with
Government and the assistance community;
- Supporting other duties relevant to anti-corruption activities requested by
the direct supervisor.
- Training national programme officers, associates and assistants on day-to-day
programme management as well as on the substances.
Required Skills and Experience:
- Master's degree in Public Administration, Development Studies, Law,
International Relations or other relevant field;
- Five to ten years of relevant work experience in the field of governance, with
a particular focus on transparency and accountability;
- Proven coordination and interpersonal skills;
- Knowledge of the UN system;
- The candidate should be highly motivated, willing to deal with physical and
psychological hardship;
- Excellent knowledge of English; familiarity with the official languages of
Afghanistan (Dari/Persian or Pashto) would be a distinct advantage.
Information About Living Conditions at the Duty Station.
Security concerns exist in Afghanistan, particularly outside Kabul. The situation in Kabul itself
is relatively secure as the ISAF force there has largely stabilized conditions.
Much of the country lacks electricity, running water and other modern
amenities. The candidate should be aware of the traditional religious
environment and anti-western sentiments still held by many people.
For more detailed information about the VA please visit our website www.undp.org.af
Please note that applications received after the closing date (i.e. 21 June 2005 ) will
not be given consideration. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for
interview.
Please indicate your date of availability in your application
Internal Candidates are eligible to apply only if they have completed full
tenure of their current agreement
Female Candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
Vacancies ContactSubmission of Applications:, Interested International candidates should submit their applications in writing (marked “Confidential” and clearly indicating on the sealed envelope the Vacancy Announcement number) to the Human Resources Officer, UNDP Afghanistan, Shah Mahmood Ghazi Watt Street, Kabul, Afghanistan or email their applications (indicating on the subject line the VA number and the title of the post applied to) to vacancies.afghanistan@undp.org
Programme Officer (Elections)
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
Location
country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 21 Jun 2005
Job Description
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT No. 2005/06/147
1 June 2005
Post Title: Programme Officer (Elections)
Organization Unit: UNDP/ Programme Section
Type of Contract: Activities of Limited Duration (ALD) - International
Level: A3/A4
Duration: Six Months (with possible extension)
Duty Station: Kabul, Afghanistan
No of positions: One (1)
Closing date: 21 June 2005
Availability Date: No later than August 2005
UNDP Mission Statement:
UNDP is the UN's global development network, an organization advocating for
change and connecting countries to knowledge, experience and resources to help
people build a better life. We are on the ground in 166 countries, working with
national counterparts on their own solutions to global and national development
challenges.
Background:
Since the end of the Taliban regime in 2001, there have been a number of
milestones in Afghanistan's move to a “broad-based, gender-sensitive,
multi-ethnic and fully representative government” (Bonn Agreement of 2001).
Among these was the Emergency Loya Jirga (ELJ) held in June 2002, where H.E. Hamid
Karzai was elected as President of the Transitional Islamic State of
Afghanistan, and the Constitutional Loya Jirga (CLJ) of December 2003, which
led to proclamation of the Constitution of Afghanistan in January 2004. Decrees
to establish the Interim Afghan Electoral Commission (IAEC) and the Joint
Electoral Management Body (JEMB) were announced on 26 July 2003.
Subsequently, a UNDP-executed Voter Registration Project (VRP) was implemented
from late 2003 to August 2004 in support of the November 2003 Decree on the
Registration of Voters for the 2004 presidential elections. Under this decree,
the Joint Electoral Management Body (JEMB) was given extensive authority to
organize the Presidential elections in October 2004 and later the national
elections for the Lower House (Wolesi Jirga), the provincial and district
council elections representing two-thirds of the Upper House (Meshrano Jirga)
in spring 2005.
The Voter Registration Project (VRP) resulted in 10.5 million eligible Afghan
voters registered, including 41 % women, by 26 August 2004 when the
registration activities ended. The presidential election was successfully held
on 9 October 2005, with over 8 million votes cast. Official results
were certified on 3 November 2004 and President Karzai was sworn in on 7 December 2004. A
new cabinet was approved on 23 December
2004 and the Independent Electoral
Commission (IEC) announced on 19 January
2005 with nine Afghan Commissioners
appointed by the President Karzai. Additionally, four international commissioners
were appointed by Special Representative of the Secretary General. In March
2005, the Joint Electoral Management Body (JEMB) announced that National
Assembly Elections would be held on 18 September 2005
using the Single Non-Transferable Vote (SNTV). District Council Elections have
been postponed since district numbers, boundaries and population figures are
yet to be determined.
The 2004-2005 Afghan Elections Project (Phase II: National Assembly Elections),
an addendum to the Afghan Elections Project of 2004, was signed on 28 March
2005 by JEMB, United Nations Assistance Mission for Afghanistan (UNAMA) and
UNDP. Under this project, UNAMA is responsible for political oversight; UNDP
for resource mobilization and management of the funds, and UNOPS for the
implementation of the overall electoral activities. The overall objective of
the project is to ensure that accepted and legitimate elections take place in Afghanistan in
2005, with sound training to create a durable basis for the national management
of free and fair elections in the future.
Currently, the Commissioners of the Independent Electoral Commission as well as
the key national counterparts being trained to manage the electoral process are
being funded and their capacity built through the elections project. However,
there is no guarantee at this stage of whether or not the national budget can
continue to fund the salaries of these officials. If the government does not
take action immediately to address this, there will be a strong risk that the
expertise built up through the elections will be lost. Taking this into
consideration, UNDP is planning to provide longer term support to the
Independent Electoral Commission to ensure that the democratic process that is
unfolding in Afghanistan takes root in a sustainable manner.
The expert will, in partnership with UNAMA, UNOPS and other key actors, be
responsible for leading UNDP's efforts to ensure that the ongoing electoral
project is well monitored, evaluated and eventually closed with sound accountability
vis-à-vis all partners whilst capturing the best practices and lessons learned
to share with the relevant national and international stakeholders. S/he will
also be key to efforts to develop a project to support the government in its
efforts to have a more sustainable electoral management system which will be
capable of managing future elections with the necessary means and resources.
Supervision:
Direct supervisor: Senior Deputy Country Director
Content and methodology of supervision: General direction from the
Senior Deputy Country Director and routine feedback and supervision from the
Assistant Country Director for Democratization & Civil Society Empowerment
Unit (D&CSE Unit).
Work relationships
The incumbent will:
- work closely with the Senior International Programme Officer and maintain
close cooperation with key governmental institutions and national agencies such
as the Joint Electoral Management Board, Independent Electoral Commission, and
Legal Advisory Board to the President;
- Coordinate programming activities in support to elections with
representative/s of UNOPS, UNAMA, other agencies and the donor community
Duties and Responsibilities:
In close consultation with UNOPS, UNAMA and JEMB, the incumbent has programme
responsibilities with focus on overseeing programme development and
implementation on behalf of UNDP in the area of parliamentary elections with a
particular focus on ensuring that capacities of national
counterparts/institutions are developed.
Specific duties and responsibilities entail:
- In partnership with UNAMA, UNOPS and other key actors, being responsible for
elaborating and leading UNDP efforts on the upcoming Wolesi Jirga and
Provincial Council elections;
- Assisting the UNDP Country Office in identifying and developing a sustainable
electoral management capacity building project beyond the current electoral
support activities that will complement ongoing support vis-à-vis the Afghan
Elections Project;
- Providing background papers, briefing notes and concept notes to inform
decisions on the electoral process in Afghanistan;
- Assisting with the resource mobilization efforts for the Afghan Elections
Project and for any new projects designed in support of the electoral process
in Afghanistan;
- Ensuring that donors are regularly informed of the progress made under the
project; and in consultation with the JEMB, UNOPS and External Relations Unit
of the UNDP Country Office, and assisting in the preparation of reports for
submission to donors;
- Closely liaising with the UNDP Finance Officer of the Elections Project and
ensuring that financial information is coordinated, accurate and readily
available;
- Establishing contacts with local government institutions, UN agencies and
other organizations (e.g. NGOs) active in the area of electoral support
activities;
- Collecting information about past, ongoing and planned activities in these
sectors;
- Participating in meetings and ensuring that plans, activities and resources
are coordinated with all partners;
- Supporting the Senior International Programme Officer/Assistant Country
Director in the process of coordinating UNDP's governance programme with
Government and the assistance community;
- Providing extensive capacity development support to national programme
officers, associates and assistants on day-to-day project management as well as
on substances.
- Supporting other duties relevant to elections requested by the Country
Director and Sr. Deputy Country Director.
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Master's degree in Public Administration, Development Studies, Law,
International Relations or other relevant field;
- Five to ten years relevant work experience in the field of governance, with
particular focus on elections and institutional development;
- Proven coordination and interpersonal skills;
- Knowledge of the UN system;
- The candidate should be highly motivated, willing to deal with physical and
psychological hardship;
- Excellent knowledge of English; familiarity with the official languages of
Afghanistan (Dari/Persian or Pashto) would be a distinct advantage.
Information About Living Conditions at the Duty Station.
Security concerns exist in Afghanistan, particularly outside Kabul. The situation in Kabul itself
is relatively secure as the ISAF force there has largely stabilized conditions.
Much of the country lacks electricity, running water and other modern
amenities. The candidate should be aware of the traditional religious
environment and anti-western sentiments still held by many people.
For more detailed information about the VA please visit our website: www.undp.org.af
Please note that applications received after the closing date (i.e. 21 June 2005) will
not be given consideration. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for
test and interview.
Please indicate your date of availability in your application
Internal Candidates are eligible to apply only if they have completed full
tenure of their current agreement
Female Candidates are highly encouraged to apply
Vacancies ContactSubmission of Applications:, Interested International Candidates should submit their application in writing (marked “Confidential”, clearly indicating on the sealed envelope the Vacancy Announcement Number) to the Human Resources Manager of UNDP at Shah Mahmood Ghazi Watt Street, Kabul, Afghanistan; or email their application (indicating on the subject line the VA number and the title of the position applied for) to vacancies.afghanistan@undp.org .
Programme Officer (Gender and Disability)
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
Location
country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 21 Jun 2005
Job Description
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT No. 2005/06/149
1 June 2005
Post Title: Programme Officer (Gender and Disability)
Organization Unit: Programme Development and Implementation, UNDP
Type of Contract: Activities of Limited Duration (ALD) - International
Level: A3
Duration: Six months (with possibility of extension)
Duty Station: Kabul, Afghanistan
No of positions: One (1)
Closing date: 21 June 2005
Availability: No later than August 2005
UNDP Mission Statement:
UNDP is the UN's global development network, an organization advocating for
change and connecting countries to knowledge, experience and resources to help
people build a better life. UNDP is on the ground in 166 countries, working
with them on their own solutions to global and national development challenges.
Background:
As part of its mandate and based on its experience, UNDP pursues the goal of
gender equality through mainstreaming rather than establishing a separate
practice area. In this context, UNDP Afghanistan has been supporting the
Ministry of Women's Affairs (MoWA) mandated to lead the advancement of women's
rights and participation; monitor the development; and implement national
policies. UNDP's support to MoWA includes provision of technical assistance and
capacity development with a particular focus on the Training and Advocacy
Department. UNDP is also supporting MoWA to institutionalise the gender
mainstreaming process and strengthen inter-ministerial collaboration. Main
activities of the current programme include capacity development in the areas
of gender awareness, gender analysis and mainstreaming; strengthening
administration and financial management; and institutionalising gender
mainstreaming at national and sub-national levels.
Similarly, as part of its programmes in Afghanistan, UNDP has been working to promote the rights of the
disabled since 1995. Recently launched programme, National Programme for Action
on Disability (NPAD), builds upon the previous experiences and shifted focus
from direct service provision to policy advisory, institutional reform within
the government to establish appropriate structure and processes for the
coordination of the disability sector. Today, NPAD has established a strong
partnership with a range of key ministries (including the Ministries of Health,
Education, Rural Rehabilitation and Development, Labour and Social Affairs and
Martyrs and Disabled), international agencies, NGOs and disabled people's
organization.
Supervision:
Direct supervisor: Assistant Country Director (Democratization &
Civil Society Empowerment Unit).
Content and methodology of supervision: General direction from the Senior
Deputy Country Director and routine feedback and supervision from the ACD
(D&CSE Unit).
Duties and Responsibilities:
Under the general direction of the Sr. Deputy Country Director and the direct
supervision of the Assistant Country Director (Democratization & Civil
Society Empowerment), the incumbent has programme responsibilities with focus
on overseeing programme development of implementation of programmes on women's
rights, gender and the rights of the disabled. Close coordination in the
programming activities of this sector will be maintained with representative/s
of UNAMA, other agencies and the donor community. Close cooperative relations
should also be established and maintained with key government institutions and
national agencies.
Specific duties include:
- Providing backstopping support to UNDP projects on gender, women's rights,
and the rights of the disabled which includes support to the Ministries of
Women's Affairs, Martyrs and the Disabled, Labour and Social Affairs, and
Education.
- Monitoring regularly programme activities in Kabul and in provinces.
- Training national programme officers, associates and assistants on day-to-day
programme management as well as on the substances.
- Initiating the development of UNDP new project(s) in these areas.
- Compiling data/information and draft concept papers/notes in support of UNDP
project(s) on in these areas;
- Providing inputs and coordinate inputs into the development of UNDP
project(s) on gender, women's rights and disability.
- Taking active part in the resource mobilisation work for the mentioned
projects and programmes.
- Ensuring that knowledge and experience on mainstreaming of the rights of
women and the disabled is shared with other UNDP programmes especially programmes
on justice, civil society, anti-corruption and human rights.
- Contributing to the sharing of information internally within the unit and
other programme units.
- Ensuring effective information sharing with donors and reporting on a timely
manner.
- Establishing contacts with local government institutions, other UN agencies
and other organisations that are active in the areas of respective programmes.
- Assessing of the needs for technical assistance within the sectors of
Democratization and Civil Society Empowerment, in particular with regard to
issues of rights; democratization and citizens' empowerment, and formulation of
proposals for assistance in these sectors.
- Collecting information about past, ongoing and planned activities in these
sectors.
- Assisting UNDP efforts in the areas of strengthening and reform of the
institutions of governance on the basis of the Afghan Constitution and to
promote the overall human rights agenda.
- Participating in negotiations of UNDP projects, programmes and strategies,
and their revisions with possible government authorities and Commissions,
donors, UN agencies, NGOs and civil society organizations including Community
Based Organizations.
- Serving as an advocate of women's and disabled rights within the UNDP Country
Office.
- Assisting the ACD in the process of coordinating UNDP's governance programme
with Government and the assistance community.
- Providing extensive capacity development support to national programme
officers, associates and assistants on day-to-day management as well as on
substances.
- Other duties in the areas of democratization, governance and public sector
capacity building which the Country Director may assign.
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Masters degree in law, human rights, gender, development studies,
international relations or other relevant field.
- 1-3 years of relevant work experience in the field of: rights and advocacy,
gender and women's rights, civil society and institutional development.
- Excellent interpersonal skills,
- Knowledge of UN system, familiarity with relevant NGO's
- Candidate should be highly motivated, willing to deal with physical and
psychological hardship.
- Proficiency in English; familiarity with official languages of Afghanistan
(Dari or Pashto) would be a distinct advantage.
Training Components and Learning Elements
Training Components: The emphasis will be on continuous self-directed
learning and development rather than an external framework for such. In order
to facilitate staff learning worldwide, UNDP has acquired a variety of
resources that are made available to staff in country offices. These resources
include videos, CD-ROMs, Books learning packages and other printed materials.
The incumbent is also expected to provide extensive capacity development
support to national programme officers, associates and assistants.
Information About Living Conditions at the Duty Station.
Security concerns exist in Afghanistan, particularly outside of Kabul. The
situation in Kabul itself is relatively secure as the ISAF force has
largely stabilized conditions. Much of the country lacks electricity, running
water and other modern amenities. Candidate should be aware of the orthodox
religious climate and anti-western sentiment still held by many people. Both
men and women are recommended to be conservative in their dress.
For more detailed information about the VA please visit our website: www.undp.org.af
Please note that applications received after the closing date (i.e. 21 June 2005) will not
be given consideration. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for test
and interview.
Please indicate your date of availability in your application
Internal Candidates are eligible to apply only if they have completed full
tenure of their current agreement
Female Candidates are highly encouraged to apply
Vacancies ContactSubmission of Applications:, Interested International Candidates should submit their application in writing (marked “Confidential”, clearly indicating on the sealed envelope the Vacancy Announcement Number) to the Human Resources Manager of UNDP at Shah Mahmood Ghazi Watt Street, Kabul, Afghanistan; or email their application (indicating on the subject line the VA number and the title of the position applied for) to vacancies.afghanistan@undp.org .
Development Coordinator (International Post)
Location
city: Based in Kabul with
travel
Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 29 May 2005
Job Description
Salary range GB£ 15,000 – 23,450 net per annum + competitive benefits package
Oxfam GB is contributing to the alleviation of poverty and suffering in Afghanistan
and although the work can be difficult and sometimes frustrating, it is also
rewarding, exciting and fulfilling and YOU could be a part of it.
Oxfam GB has been supporting programmes in Afghanistan since 1962, and currently has integrated rural
development programmes in Hazarajat and Badakhshan and a safe water project in Kandahar city.
Oxfam GB is focussing on increasing and diversifying sustainable livelihoods,
strengthening governance structures and community participation, taking into
account specific gender needs.
You will be dynamic and creative with great programme development and implementation
skills and experience. With strong staff development skills, you can build on
Oxfam’s successes and continue developing effective and quality programmes.
We expect you to fulfil the majority of the requirements mentioned below to
qualify for an interview.
Key Responsibilities:
To work closely with the Programme Coordinators and their teams to support the development of the programme
To work as part of the Programme team, with interaction with the Adviser team
To give focused and planned support to programmes as part of their development process
To support the programmes in the planning and reporting of the programmes, including donor reporting
To support the development of monitoring and evaluation processes which will help identify impact
To maintain and develop relationships with relevant Government departments, donors and others
To ensure the implementation of Oxfam’s gender and diversity policies in all aspects of Oxfam’s work in Afghanistan, in the recruitment and management of staff.
Key Competencies:
Relevant qualifications and at least 5 years experience in business/organisational management related areas (programme development, programme technical expertise, reporting and training).
A very solution-orientated approach, which will effectively support managers. The candidate will need to be adaptable and flexible, and able to motivate staff successfully.
A very high level of influencing and supporting skills
Experience and ideas around Learning and Development and staff capacity building.
Excellent interpersonal and team skills, with a good level of self-awareness. Good verbal and written communications skills and the ability to relate to people from all backgrounds.
Good written and spoken English is essential. Knowledge of Dari/Pashtu would be an advantage.
Vacancies ContactFor further information about the job and the programme, see www.oxfam.org.uk , Please send your CV, with a covering letter telling us why you are applying and how you met the required competencies to afghanistanjobs@oxfam.org.uk
International E-Government System Architect
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
Location
city: Kabul
Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 06 Jun 2005
Job Description
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT No. 2005/05/141
Date: 25 May 2005
Post Title: International E-Government System Architect
Organization: UNDP/ICT Project- Ministry of Communications
Type of Appointment: SSA
Duration: 3 Months
Duty Station: Kabul, Afghanistan
No of position: One (1)
Closing date: 06 June 2005
Background:
E-Government is the use of information and communication technologies (ICT) to
promote a more efficient and effective government that is better equipped to
serve its citizens. At this critical stage of development when the Government
of Afghanistan is rapidly re-building its capability to meet the urgent
development needs of its citizens, e-Government can provide Government with the
support tools required to meet those needs.
The MoC is acting as the "lead" ministry in defining and introducing
e-Government practices into the Government.
The "e-Government Pilot Program" is one of the components of the
Ministry of Communications’ (MoC) overall Information Communication Technology
(ICT) Capacity Building Program whose purpose is to assist the Islamic Republic
of Afghanistan in its effort to further benefit from ICT by becoming part of
the Global Information Society while preserving the country’s cultural
heritage.
The UNDP Afghanistan through its ICT Project and among other activities is
assisting the Ministry of Communications in establishing this pilot
E-Government system in the MoC, and the later would implement the system in
some other selected Ministries and agencies in future.
The objectives of the "e-Government Pilot Program" are to:
Begin the process of realizing the MoC’s long-term vision for e-Government
Build e-Government capacity and experience at the MoC
Test and refine e-Government practices and concepts that can be shared with other Ministries and public service entities.
Design a basic, reliable enterprise architecture for the MoC that supports the Ministry’s future e-Government work processes, organization, and IT requirements including organization’s "e-Administration" and "e-Services"
Design and implement an MoC "Service-Reception" desk that serves as a "One stop shopping" for customer services
Evaluate and select document management software
Evaluate and select an ERP software package that will support most of the MoC’s functions
The Position:
The e-Government System Architect will be part of the project’s "core
team" that is responsible for executing the e-Government Pilot Program.
Specifically this role will advise on all underlying technical architecture and
technical solutions for the following components of the Pilot Program:
a) LAN Installation:
The gradual implementation of e-Government at the MoC requires the installation
of the underlying technical infrastructure that will support the e-Government
applications and databases that will eventually be implemented. This component
of the pilot program will implement a Local Area Network (LAN) for the entire MoC,
a "foundational technical infrastructure", that will be required for
the addition of future e-Government functions.
b) Service-Reception Desk Design:
This component of the pilot program will provide for a "Check-in"
point for all visitors to the MoC. The receptionist will have access to all of
the Minister’s, Deputy Minister’s, Director’s and Deputy Director’s electronic
calendars in order to verify the appointment. The Reception will confirm the
identity of the visitor and issue (print) a temporary visitor badge for the
visitor and provide meeting location instructions.
c) Document Management Requirements Definition & Design:
This component of the pilot program will begin to implement the concept of the
"paperless" office by designing a document management process,
defining the requirements for a document management software package,
researching potential vendors, and developing a vendor "short list."
Duties and Responsibilities:
Specific functions of the e-Government Systems Architect are:
To conduct an initial quick assessment of the IT situation at the MoC and the proposed Pilot Program, and make any recommendations for adjustments to this ToR regarding the tasks or deliverables. This will be done in the first two weeks of the assignment.
Deliverable 1:
- Initial IT Assessment and any ToR Change Recommendations, if any
- To guide the design of an initial enterprise-level logical technical
architecture that will support the long-term vision for e-Government at the MoC
and takes into account possible future applications, networks, databases,
hardware infrastructure, and facilities.
Deliverable 2:
- A logical technical architecture document
- To initiate in the evaluation, selection, and implementation of document
management software and any software that may be part of the Service Desk
component.
Deliverable 3:
- Technical evaluation of the software package(s).
- To Provide general advice as required on the capacity building requirements
of the MoC’s IT Department specifically:
Deliverable 4:
- Recommendations on:
- Future
staffing and skill requirements.
- Technical Infrastructure management guidelines
- Support procedures
- To prepare "End of Mission Report" to the UNDP
Deliverable 5:
- The Final Draft of the "Technical Report on E-Government for the Pilot
Phase in Afghanistan" to the UNDP/ICT Project Manager.
Deliverable 6:
- "End of mission" report to UNDP/ICT Project.
Reporting Line:
Overall guidance and advice: H.E. Minister of Communications
Direct work supervisor: IT Advisor, MoC
Progress monitoring: Project Manager, UNDP/ICT Project
Work counterpart: E-Government Advisor, MoC
Required Qualifications & Experience
Minimum 5-10 years working experience in defining, designing, and implementing enterprise-level technical architectures.
Experience in defining, designing and implementing e-Government related technical architectures and solutions in post conflict or developing countries.
Experience in evaluating and implementing ERP software packages
Experience with document management software evaluation and implementation
Knowledge of industry best practices and emerging technologies
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Experience training, monitoring, coaching, and building the capacity of IT Departments.
Past experience on similar technical designs will be highly preferred.
Submission of Applications:
Interested International Candidates should submit their application in writing
(marked "Confidential", clearly indicating on the sealed envelope the
Vacancy Announcement Number) to the Human Resources Manager of UNDP at Shah Mamhood
Ghazi Watt Street, Kabul, Afghanistan; or email their application (indicating
on the subject line the VA number and the title of the position applied for) to
vacancies.afghanistan@undp.org .
For more detailed information about the VA please visit out website: www.undp.org.af
Please note that applications received after the closing date (i.e. 06 June 2005) will
not be given consideration. Only short-listed candidates whose applications
respond to the above criteria will be contacted for test and interview.
Internal Candidates are eligible to apply only if they have completed full
tenure of their current agreement
Women Candidates are highly encouraged to apply
Vacancies Contactvacancies.afghanistan@undp.org
Consultant
Agency for Technical Cooperation and Development (ACTED)
Location
city: Gardiz / Kabul
Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 30 Jun 2005
Job
Description
Title: Consultant - Priority reform and restructure, possibilities for
Governor's office
Contract duration: 2 months
Location: Afghanistan - Gardiz/Kabul
Date: Immediately
ACTED, l'Agence d'Aide à la Cooperation Technique et au Développement or the
Agency for Technical Co-operation and Development, is an NGO registered in
France with global operations in Central Asia, Europe, Latin America, middle
east, south Asia and Africa.
ACTED has been active in Afghanistan since 1993, and is one of the largest NGOs in the
country, capitalizing on a continued 12-year presence in Afghanistan
throughout successive regimes and on established operations throughout Central Asia.
ACTED operates mainly in the North, Northeastern, south and Central areas of Afghanistan.
While most of ACTED's operations in Afghanistan have so far been centered on
relief activities (e.g. provision of food, shelter, response to natural
disasters and IDP camp management), the agency is moving towards an integrated
development strategy including community mobilization, infrastructure
rehabilitation, water and sanitation, agriculture and micro-credit. As such,
ACTED is both growing and changing, and requires staff which have the ability
to operate in and manage this change effectively and creatively.
Background on program:
ACTED is seeking a highly qualified and experienced individual for a two-month
assessment of one provincial governor's office in the south of Afghanistan, in
order to facilitate the provincial governor's office's (PGO), and provincial
reconstruction office's (PRO), acceptance into the Priority Reform and
Restructuring (PRR) framework.
Responsibilities:
This high-profile assessment will be published and is intended to be presented
as a possible model of feasible reform of governor's offices within the TISA's
administrative reform framework.
The technical side of the appraisal will have two primary objectives:
To understand how to reform the governor's office in Paktya under the PRR act;
To understand how the PRO can add value by being integrated into the governor's office.
To fully appraise the situation, the assessment will cover two main areas:
The PRR and IARCSC structures and contacts needed to fulfill all requirements and manage restructuring, including how to make a proposal;
Existing reform projects in similar administrative bodies, such as other governor's offices.
The following results are expected:
ACTED, the PGO, and other stakeholders will understand the key roadblocks to reform, and what facilitates the process.
The report will include lessons learned and best practices in sub-national reform as already carried out under the PRR, as well as failures and a list of activities to avoid.
It will also include a summary of results of reform under the PRR, especially changes in motivation, skills acquired, and governance outputs (projects completed, etc.).
The report will include an ideal outline of a proposal for PRR status (outlines for the first and second stages must be included) as well as a section on specific points to be included in the proposal. This will also include:
A list of key contacts for the governor's office and future advisors should be attached as an annex.
PRR status recommendations will be divided into two categories: those that can be carried out regardless of the national administration's prerogative and progress, and those that rely on the PRR act and commission's functioning as planned.
Finally, the report will address the means of working with the commissions, including meetings that should be scheduled or attended, and resources that the commissions make available.
Qualifications and skills:
The qualified candidates will posses:
At least three years of experience in Afghanistan working on governance projects within the government's reform processes, and seven years of experience working on similar projects in post-conflict countries;
Detailed and knowledge of the functioning of the Independent Administrative Reform and Civil Service Commission, Ministry of Interior, the Afghanistan Stabilization Program, and the Priority Reform and Restructuring Act as implemented under the Public Administration Reform and Economic Management program.
A masters or doctorate in law, governance, or international relations;
A basic understanding of Pashtu and/or Dari (functionality is highly desirable);
Very strong networking capabilities and diplomacy required to work with, and mediate discussions between, donor countries' representatives, several UN agencies, as well as multiple ministries and commissions;
Experience working on short-term, targeted assessments with detailed, high-impact outputs.
Conditions:
Attractive package : Salary + benefits, including health/life insurance, housing, per diem and travel are included.
The project is scheduled to begin 1 April 2005
The length of the consultancy is two (2) months. Some flexibility is envisioned for the right candidate.
Further information available during the interview process
APPLICATIONS FROM WITHIN AFGHANISTAN ARE HIGHLY ENCOURAGED. START DATE CAN BE NEGOTIATED
FOR THE RIGHT CANDIDATE
Vacancies ContactApplications, in English, should include a resume, a cover letter and three references. Applications should be submitted to :, Patricia d'Erneville , 33, rue Godot de Mauroy, 75009 Paris - France, Fax. + 33 (0) 1 42 65 33 46, E-mail: jobs@acted.org
International Project Manager
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
Location
city: Kabul
Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 08 Jun 2005
Job Description
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT No. 2005/05/137
Date: 18 May 2005
Post Title: International Project Manager
Organization: UNDP/Support to Law and Order Trust Fund
Type of Appointment: ALD
Level: Equivalent to P4/P5 (Based on qualifications & experience)
Duration: 6 Months, with possibility of extension
Duty Station: Kabul, Afghanistan
No of position: One (1)
Closing date: 08 June 2005
Background:
UNDP is supporting the efforts of the Afghan Government in undertaking a
substantial process of re-establishing its national institutions and state
building following many years of destruction caused by civil war and
factionalism.
UNDP in close collaboration with the Afghan Government has identified principal
areas of cooperation through its diversified programme activities. In addition
to the support provided to the national security sectors, UNDP programme
activities will focus on:
(a) State Building and Support to the Government;
(b) Democratization and & Civil Society Empowerment; and
(c) Promotion of Long-term & Sustainable Livelihoods.
One critical component of the programme for Afghanistan’s reconstruction and development will be to ensure
law and order in the country through police and security forces reform. The
Government of Afghanistan requested UNDP to manage the Law and Order Trust Fund
(LOTFA). In the framework of LOTFA, the "Support to Law and Order
Project" has been implemented since 2002 to strengthen the police forces
through reimbursement of police remuneration, provision of non-lethal
equipment, building of police facilities, and training and institutional
development activities. Support to Law and Order is a nationally executed
project, being implemented by the Ministry of Interior and the Ministry of
Finance.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Under the overall guidance of the UNDP Country Director, the direct supervision
of the Sr. Deputy Country Director (Programme), and in close consultation and
collaboration with the Assistant Country Director for the State Building and
Government Support Unit, the Project Manager will be based at the MoI and will
be entrusted with substantive responsibilities in implementation of the project
activities and achieving the targeted objectives. S/he will work in close
coordination with the National Director for the Project at the designated
institution, with the project counterpart at the MoF and the focal point for
Security Sector Reform at UNAMA and donors.
Specific tasks and responsibilities include but are not limited to the
following:
a. Managerial
Undertake responsibility for the overall planning, management coordination, administration, logistic and support for the project
Develop specific project portfolio in line with the National Development Budget and fund raise to ensure that all LOTFA priorities are addressed.
Develop project overall and specific implementation work plans to ensure that all outputs and activities, as outlined in the project document, are achieved within the appropriate timeframe.
Liaise with and maintain regular contacts with the line ministries, UN agencies, and donors
Provide regular project progress report, final narrative and financial report to UNDP, line ministries, donors and international agencies.
Monitor, review, assess and report on all dimensions of project implementation
Develop and implement strategies for publicizing and raising awareness about the project.
Assist in preparation of the project audit, evaluation and reviews and provide technical and substantive input in accordance with UNDP policies and procedures for final review and evaluation.
Provide technical and managerial support to the project staff.
Build capacity of the project national staff in the project implementation cycle.
b. Advisory role and Support to National Execution:
Advise the National Director on the NEX procedures for the project implementation and policy related issues.
Make recommendations to the National Director and UNDP on measures that could be taken to strengthen the capacity of the Government to implement and monitor the project activities.
Advise MoI in the preparation and follow up of, and participation on behalf of the designated institution, the meetings of the Steering and Oversight Committees.
Participate in police reform and security related forums including the meetings of the Consultative Group on Police and Law Enforcement, donor coordination meetings and the interagency police working group.
Perform other duties as may be decided by the Sr. DCD and ACD, as relevant
Required Qualifications & Experience
Post-graduate academic background or equivalent in security, law, political science or/and development related disciplines
10 -15 years relevant work experience, of which at least seven years of professional experience in security, law or/and development-related fields with UN agencies, international agencies, government, NGOs and civil society organizations;
Good communication and negotiation skill along with strong writing and presentation skill.
Sufficient experience in financial management, project management and building capacity of a team.
Full working knowledge of English
Initiative and sound judgment. Dedication to the United Nations principles and demonstrated ability to work harmoniously with persons of different national and cultural backgrounds;
Strong commitment to the promotion of equal rights of men and women, and proven capacity to design and monitor programmes of assistance accordingly;
Submission of Applications:
Interested International Candidates should submit their application in writing
(marked "Confidential", clearly indicating on the sealed envelope the
Vacancy Announcement Number) to the Human Resources Manager of UNDP at Shah Mamhood
Ghazi Watt Street, Kabul, Afghanistan; or email their application (indicating
on the subject line the VA number and the title of the position applied for) to
vacancies.afghanistan@undp.org .
For more detailed information about the VA please visit out website: www.undp.org.af
Please note that applications received after the closing date (i.e. 08 June 2005) will
not be given consideration. Only short-listed candidates whose applications
respond to the above criteria will be contacted for test and interview.
Internal Candidates are eligible to apply only if they have completed full
tenure of their current agreement
Women Candidates are highly encouraged to apply
Vacancies Contactvacancies.afghanistan@undp.org
Public Information Manager
Afghanistan New Beginnings Program (ANBP)
Project of UNDP
Location
city: Kabul
Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 28 May 2005
Job
Description
Responsibilities:
Take the lead in strategic planning, development and
implementation of a large complex communication campaign for a Disarmament
Project in Afghanistan (e.g. public information programmes across Afghanistan
with broad-reaching subject issues, etc.);
Work with other components of the mission and other UN
agencies to develop ways to implement information campaign;
Provide advice and expertise to senior mission staff
and other public information staff on a range of public affairs issues,
methods, and approaches;
Anticipate and resolve communications/public relation
issues/problems; Develop strategic partnership with key constituencies to
elicit support for and maximize, impact of promotional objectives;
Serve as spokesperson/principal liaison to media organizations,
governmental bodies, national groups, private sector organizations, educational
organizations, international organizations, etc,;
Prepare or oversee preparation of a diverse range of
information communication products in support of major campaign initiatives;
Draft or oversee the drafting of written
communications prepared by junior officers;
Evaluate results and impact of communication
activities; report on developments, trends and attitudes regarding the mission;
Represent the mission in meetings and conferences;
fulfill speaking engagement and make presentations to groups on mission
activities and advocate issues of concern;
Organize media coverage and arrange for media
contacts, briefing, interviews; organize seminars, lectures, conferences,
public events on major issues and events concerning the mission;
Build information networks; plan and develop outreach
activities; Manage publications program;
Produce materials for print/electronic/voice/visual
media;
Assist in day-to-day operation of the unit to include
participating in coordination of substantive and administrative activities of
the unit, interpreting and disseminating policy, providing procedural advice,
improving reporting systems, handling operational and administrative queries;
Coordinate and direct a team of public information
staff and/or mentor and supervise the work of junior officers on specific
projects;
Training national counterparts and developing approaches to build capacity.
Qualifications:
Advanced university degree in communications,
journalism, public relations or other related field.
Minimum of 8-12 years progressively responsible
professional experience in journalism, communications or public relations,
including experience at the international level as well as prior experience in
the UN systems; experience in a UN peacekeeping mission will be an asset.
Knowledge of the political and economic situation in Afghanistan.
Working experience and knowledge of the UN system and
its procedures.
Proven capacity to coordinate and motivate a team
formed by women and men from different cultures and nationalities.
Effective communication skills and ability to
establish good working relationships with national and local authorities, and
international interlocutors.
High moral integrity, sound political judgment, as
well as diplomacy, impartiality and discretion and proved capacity of
initiative, leadership and autonomy.
Ability to operate in a complex environment, and to
motivate and maintain harmonious environment in the office, and encourage team
building.
Excellent computer literacy (knowledge of desktop
publishing and internet).
Excellent command of English with proven ability to
write in a clear and concise manner, and to orally communicate effectively.
Ability to prepare reports, formulate positions on issues, articulate options
concisely conveying maximum necessary information.
Written and verbal language knowledge of Dari and Pashto is highly desirable.
Vacancies Contactvacancies@anbpafg.org
Programme Manager
United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS)
Location
city: Kabul
Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 12 Jun 2005
Job
Description
The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS), a major provider of
project management and implementation services to the United Nations System and
developing countries, seeks qualified applicants for the following position:
Vacancy Details
Post Title: Programme Manager
Project: Mine Action Programme in Afghanistan
Post Level: D1 (ALD Equivalent)*
Vacancy Code: 2005/GLO/AFG/06
Duty Station: Kabul, Afghanistan
Duration: Twelve months initial contract
Start Date: The selected candidate will be expected to arrive to the
duty station by 18 July 2005 for a two-week handover from the current
incumbent.
Closing Date: 12 June 2005
* This grade is indicative only. The final grade will be determined at the time
of recruitment according to the candidates qualifications
Background
The Programme Manager heads the Mine Action Centre for Afghanistan,
the national coordination body for mine action in Afghanistan,
on behalf of the Afghan Government.
The Mine Action Centre for Afghanistan is a project of the United Nations Mine Action
Service (UNMAS), executed with the United Nations Office for Project Services
(UNOPS).
On behalf of the UN, the Programme Manager reports to the Deputy Foreign
Minister as the Senior Official of the Afghan Government responsible for mine
action.
Under the terms of an exchange of letters between the Director of UNMAS and the
Deputy Special Representative of the Secretary-General (D/SRSG) in Afghanistan,
the Programme Manager consults the D/SRSG on issues relating to the political
and security environment in Afghanistan and reports to UNMAS on the overall
direction of the programme, as well as on all matters relating to the grants
provided to non-governmental organizations (NGO) in Afghanistan by UN
headquarters.
The Programme Manager is responsible to the Manager of the Global and
Inter-Regional Division of UNOPS for implementation of the mine action
activities that UNOPS executes on behalf of UNMAS, UNDP and any other UN
Agency. In the role as the head of the Mine Action Programme for Afghanistan,
the Programme Manager will oversee all planning and coordination of mine action
at the national level, and the implementation of required operational and
administrative activities.
Duties and Responsibilities
Specific Duties
1) Coordination of the Mine Action Programme for Afghanistan
While the Government of Afghanistan continues to request the UN to oversee and
regulate mine action on its behalf, the Programme Manager will be responsible
for the overall coordination of the Mine Action Programme for Afghanistan
(MAPA) and its supporting activities at the national level.
The Programme Manager will carry out these responsibilities by:
Acting on behalf of the Government as the focal point for mine action at relevant UN, Governmental and other meetings, fora and consultations.
Conducting regular and systematic consultation, and liaison with the appropriate elements of the Government of Afghanistan to ensure that mine action issues are considered as part of the national dialogue, and that mine action operations integrate and reflect the priorities of the Government.
Carrying out necessary coordination and consultation with all other MAPA partners including UN Agencies and Departments, implementing partners, and the donor community, in order to ensure effective transmission of information and integration of their needs and requirements in MAPA plans and strategies.
Ensuring that comprehensive strategic and operational plans are developed and implemented by the MAPA, and that these plans meet defined Government, national and community needs.
Leading the establishment of a coherent plan for the transfer of full responsibility for coordination of national mine action activities to the Government of Afghanistan.
Coordinating the effective and efficient use of mine action resources in the areas of mine clearance, mine survey, mine awareness, stockpile destruction, training and quality assurance monitoring (and other areas where appropriate), in order to meet national needs as part of agreed plans.
Overseeing the safe, efficient and cost-effective implementation of mine action operations, according to national standards derived from the International Mine Action Standards and other relevant international and national guidelines and regulations.
Coordinating with Donors and the Government of Afghanistan the mobilisation of sufficient resources to support mine action activities in line with agreed humanitarian and development plans.
Coordinating and monitoring the provision of funding to MAPA implementing partners based on operational requirements and availability of funds.
Ensuring that appropriate procedures are maintained to account for all funds and equipment provided by the UN to its MAPA implementing partners.
Participating as the representative of the Mine Action Programme at relevant UN, Government and other coordination, and planning fora, including Senior Management Team meetings, national development budget processes, international meetings and consultations etc.
Coordinating measures to ensure the safety and security of MAPA personnel.
2) Mine Action Centre for Afghanistan
The Programme Manager is responsible for overseeing and directing the
day-to-day operations and activities of the UN Mine Action Centre for
Afghanistan (MACA) in support of national objectives. He/She is therefore
responsible for ensuring that the MACA fulfills the requirements of such plans
and strategies as directed by the UN and the Government of Afghanistan.
The Programme Manager will carry out these responsibilities by:
Ensuring the conduct of consultative planning processes by the various sections of the MACA in order to identify project priorities within agreed strategic and operational frameworks.
Overseeing the development and production of integrated work plans for all elements of MACA including operations, support, programme and administration, in full consultation with MACA staff, and with the approval of UNMAS and UNOPS where appropriate.
Overseeing the implementation and adjustment of such plans.
Ensuring the development and implementation of appropriate plans to support the conduct of transition to Government responsibility for mine action.
Overseeing the implementation of MACA policies on human resources, administration, logistics and finance, in accordance with UNOPS financial rules and regulations, and developing new policies where required.
Supervising the personnel selection process for approved MACA positions, under the guidance of UNOPS
Supervising the team of MACA section heads, to ensure the maximum productivity of all MACA employees, and the most effective use of human resources.
Coordinating the mobilisation of resource requirements with the local donor community, and in partnership with UNMAS and the Government’s MACG, to ensure the MACA and MAPA are funded for planned activities.
Overseeing the implementation of, and adherence to, funding agreements between various UN bodies and implementing partners.
Ensuring that all MACA international staff conduct appropriate skills transfer and capacity development of national counterparts and team members.
Conducting appropriate skills transfer to a designated national counterpart.
Academic Qualifications/Experience/Language
The incumbent must have the following experience/qualities:
Considerable experience in the management of complex humanitarian and/or development programmes, in one or more countries, at the strategic level (minimum 15 years overall professional experience required).
A proven record in direct management, leadership, administration, and oversight of complex multi-sectoral organizations and operations at the senior level.
Understanding of the principle of national ownership and national responsibility in development cooperation and capacity building.
Proven ability to interact with senior Government counterparts
Strong analytical and planning skills.
Demonstrated team building and leadership skills.
Experience in resource mobilization with the international donor community.
Excellent communication and written and computer skills and the ability to effectively manage and work in a multicultural environment.
Fluency in English.
Be physically fit, and in good health.
Have a demonstrated ability to live in the conditions of the region.
Knowledge of the UN system and familiarity with UNOPS procedures is highly desirable.
Experience in management of mine action activities is not essential, but would be beneficial.
Submission of Applications
Interested individuals should e-mail a detailed CV (including birth date and
nationality) to the address below and should include the exact vacancy number
of the post they apply for in the "Subject" of their e-email.
E-mail address is: maujobs@unops.org. Interested applicants must fulfil the
specified qualifications. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
Deadline for submission of applications is 12 June 2005.
For more information on the UN’s involvement in Mine Action, visit our website
at: www.unops.org and www.mineaction.org
Additional Considerations
Candidates should be available at short notice.
Only those candidates that are short listed for interviews will be notified.
Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a selected candidate at a level below the advertised level of the post.
Vacancies Contactmaujobs@unops.org
Programme Manager
Charity
Location
city: Northern territory
Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 03 Jun 2005
Job
Description
Save the Children fights for the rights of children in the UK and around
the world – delivering real and lasting change to their lives. We're an active
presence in Afghanistan, working to alleviate the devastating effects of two
decades of war. Poverty is endemic, one in four children dies before the age of
five, and basic services such as health and education are massively
under-resourced. We're striving to rebuild these services and protect
vulnerable children working on the streets. And you'll make sure we succeed.
Programme Manager
North Afghanistan
Closing date 6th June (This is a re-advertisement, previous applicants need not
apply.)
Leading from the front, you'll plan and manage all aspects of the regional programme.
You'll assess and respond strategically to local humanitarian and protection
needs, and then continuously monitor and report upon progress made. Managing
resources and finances alike, you'll also maintain communication networks with
colleagues and key partners up to government level. And when successful, you'll
ensure we meet both the short-term emergency and long-term rehabilitation needs
of children throughout the region.
With substantial experience of international NGO relief and development work,
and a solid understanding of the staff, security and resource management
involved, you're well equipped to make a real impact. You're flexible,
analytical and adaptable, and you have the communication skills needed to
represent our work and negotiate at all levels. You're politically and
culturally sensitive too, and comfortable managing, implementing and evaluating
often-complex projects.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential
Substantial experience in international relief and development with a
significant period of work with an international NGO, with an understanding of
national and international relief and development issues.
Management experience with an international NGO. Specific experience in the
following areas needs to be demonstrated: finance, resource management,
security and staff management and development.
Strong analytical and conceptual skills to think and plan strategically
evaluate options and implement those with a sustainable impact.
Skills and experience in project / programme implementation monitoring, review
and evaluation working through systems of community participation.
Strong interpersonal, communication, representation and negotiation skills
including fluency in written and spoken English.
Proven experience and skills in report writing; proposal conceptualisation;
design and preparation; and in budget preparation and management.
Political awareness and experience of working in an area where security is an
issue to ensure security planning and the management of staff security.
Strong team management and team building skills and the ability to delegate
responsibilities in a clear manner. An appreciation of consultative team
approach to decision making.
Strong capacity building skills.
Politically and culturally sensitive with qualities of patience, tact and
diplomacy.
The capacity and willingness to be extremely flexible and accommodating in
difficult and frustrating working circumstances including willingness to travel
to projects and live in basic conditions when necessary.
The ability to work under pressure with limited support from the line & HQ
in most aspects especially in areas of high security risk.
A valid driver's license.
I.T. literate, i.e. good working knowledge of email, word processing and
spreadsheets (eg Microsoft Word and Excel)
Commitment to the aims and principles of SC UK's Child Protection Policy
Other/Desirable Criteria
Experience of insecure working environments.
Experience of working in chronic complex emergencies.
Working knowledge of sector(s) relevant to the programme.
Knowledge of Afghanistan and Central
Asia situation.
Previous experience working with USAID and ECHO funds.
Recruitment and selection procedures and checks reflect our commitment to the
protection of children from abuse. Save the Children aims to be and equal
opportunities employer.
Vacancies Contact www.savethechildren/jobs , Ref AS2647
Program Manager, Electoral Capacity Building
Location
country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 31 May 2005
Job Description
PROGRAM MANAGER FOR
ELECTORAL COMMISSION CAPACITY BUILDING: REPOSTING
The Asia Foundation seeks a Program Manager for Electoral Commission Capacity Building in
their Kabul Office. The position will be a minimum of six months, with
potential for extension. The Program Manager will be assisted by expert
trainers and advisors, and administrative staff.
Job Responsibilities include:
In cooperation with the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC), assess, plan,
implement and evaluate the 18 month program for sustainability of the IEC,
which includes:
Cross-fertilization visits for electoral administrators, both inside and outside Afghanistan;
Training of elections administrators post-elections;
Organizational and financial management courses;
Establishing internal training capacity and a training centre;
Reestablishing and developing an elections library / resource centre.
Coordinate and cooperate with all stakeholders and implementers in the field of Electoral Commission capacity-building
Provide policy advice and recommendations to The Asia Foundation, the Independent Electoral Commission, and others on Electoral Commission development
Organize training for the Independent Electoral Commission
Provide strategic analysis, recommendations and reporting on IEC development
Assist in hiring and managing consultants and technical assistants to implement various aspects of the program.
Experience and skills preferred but not essential
At least five years experience with electoral commission capacity building in a developing country
At least five years experience in democracy and governance programme management
Experienced electoral commissions trainer
Extensive experience working with UN electoral systems
Extensive networks and resources in the field of electoral commission capacity-building
Demonstrated ability to work with a broad range of stakeholders, including senior electoral commissioners, donors, ordinary voters, trainers, translators, UN personnel
Ability to work in a dynamic environment in a post-conflict country
Experience in Afghanistan or Central Asia
Education
Master’s or Professional degree preferred, with Bachelor degree the minimum. Studies in the field of development, political science, public administration, sociology, international relations, Asian studies or other relevant fields.
Vacancies ContactWe offer excellent benefits and salary commensurate with experience, education and prior salary history. Please send resume with cover letter, specifying the position for which you are applying, to: Human Resources, The Asia Foundation, P.O. Box 193223, San Francisco, CA 94119-3223 USA or fax to +1 415-956-4857 or email to jobs@asiafound.org. Recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce is a high priority at The Asia Foundation. The Asia Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. Application Deadline is May 31, 2005. No phone calls please.
Position: small grants of 30,000 Euros to women?s
organizations working in the field of social development, healthcare,
literacy, etc awarded by the French Embassy.
IF you are interested, please contact Mr. Guillaume, Cultural
Attaché, at the following email address: Olivier.guillaume@diplomatie.gouv.fr.
Katrin Fakiri, Managing Director
PARWAZ MicroFinance Institution
Kolola Pushta, Kabul, Afghanistan
Mobile: 011 93 (0) 70-234848
Email: katrin_fakiri@parwaz.org
Web: www.parwaz.org
Technical Advisor - Public Outreach
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
Location
city: Kabul
Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 30 May 2005
Job Description
VACANCY ANNOUNCMENT No.2005/05/136 (Re-advertisement)
Date: 16 May 2005
Post Title: Technical Advisor, Public Outreach
Organizational Unit: UNDP, Democratisation & Civil Society
Empowerment
Type of Appointment : ALD 3
Project Name: Support to the Establishment of the Afghan Legislature
(SEAL)
Duration: One year (renewable)
Duty Station: Kabul, Afghanistan
Number of Positions: 1 (One)
Closing date: 30 May 2005
Background:
A new constitution was adopted by the Constitutional Loya Jirga (CLJ) in
January 2004 stipulating that a National Assembly will be established
consisting of two houses: House of People (Wolesi Jirga) with 249 members and
House of Elders (Meshrano Jirga) with approximately 100 members. It is expected
that the general elections for the Wolesi Jirga and Meshrano Jirga will take
place in spring 2005.
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Country Office (CO) in Kabul, in
consultation with the Government of Afghanistan and the French Government
developed the National Representation Capacity Building preparatory assistance document. Based on this, a
Parliamentary Assessment Mission was fielded from 20 October-14 November to
identify the needs in supporting the establishment and capacity building of a
functioning and sustainable bicameral National Assembly. The mission report has
already been issued and a programme framework entitled Support to the
Establishment of the Afghan Legislature (SEAL) was developed.
On February 22, 2005, the project agreement for SEAL was signed between
the Government of Afghanistan and UNDP. The objective of SEAL is to ensure the
timely establishment of the Afghan Parliament and support to its functioning.
SEAL, is a two year project and will contribute to putting in place stable
democratic foundations for Afghanistan by assisting the Afghan authorities in
the following areas:
(1) establishment of an effective coordination and programming mechanism for
all activities related to the support to the Parliament;
(2) building the capacities of administrative and technical staff as well as
members of the Parliament to ensure efficient functioning of the Parliament;
(3) establishment of the necessary legal environment to enable the first
session of the Parliament;
(4) building proper linkages and complementarities between physical
infrastructures, information services and information and communication
technologies (ICT) tools to provide assistance to members, staff, media and
public; and,
(5) parliament outreach and design of an effective public information and
awareness strategy.
Partnerships with the Inter-parliamentary Union (IPU) and other institutions
will be established to ensure specialized training. SEAL will be implemented in
two phases: I - 6 months up to the establishment of the Parliament; II -18
months after elections, up to the end of 2006. The total estimated budget for
the project is USD 15.5 million.
Under the project, a Parliamentary Taskforce will be established to provide
overall guidance on the implementation of the activities with a Project
Management Team responsible for the actual implementation as well as
coordinating, monitoring and reporting fully functional throughout the two year
project period. The project will be implemented using the Direct Execution
(DEX) modality of UNDP.
The contract for the Technical Advisor, Public Outreach, will be initially for
a period of one year, renewable.
Duties and responsibilities:
The Technical Advisor, Public Outreach will work under the guidance and
supervision of the Chief Technical Advisor of the SEAL project, and in close
coordination with the Senior International Programme Officer (SIPO) Focal Point
for Parliamentary Support. S/he will work closely with the Afghan governmental
counterpart, currently the Civil Service Commission, and the newly recruited
staff of the parliamentary secretariat. The Technical Advisor, Public Outreach
will take primary responsibility for the achievement of Output 5 of the
project, which is, Effective Public Information, Awareness, and Parliament
Outreach Strategy Designed and Implemented. Responsibilities include the
following activities:
Advisory
- Provide technical advice to the Afghan authorities to ensure Afghan ownership
of the public outreach activities of the parliament;
- Advise the Chief Technical Advisor and other officers of the UNDP Democratisation
& Civil Society Empowerment Unit on matters related to Public Outreach of
parliament;
Coordination & Liaison
- Lead the implementation of the activities as outlined in the project document
in relation to Public Outreach, particularly Output 2, and suggest further
development of the project activities in this area;
- Establish mechanisms for regular and positive interaction between civil
society and the parliament;
- In partnership with the Technical Advisor for information and ICT, specify
requirements for technical equipment for parliamentary information services;
- In partnership with the Technical Advisor for Capacity Building, arrange
training of staff and media personnel on media and governance including
political, electoral and conflict reporting in the media;
- Advise parliament on the development and implementation of a communications
strategy for parliament to enable proactive engagement in public relations
including services to the media, enquiries from the public, educational visits
and special events, publications and e-exhibitions highlighting plans and
results of parliamentary committees, opportunities for public participation in
the legislative and oversight processes, information kits etc.;
- Provide inputs to the official website, and establish structures to support
the parliament’s public information policy through a public information unit
and internet facilities;
- Prepare a citizens’ guide on written and oral submissions to parliamentary
committees and disseminate through workshops and public outreach activities;
- Liaise closely with the Independent Election Commission/Joint Elections
Management Board of the Government of Afghanistan, UNDP Elections Project, and
other donor funded projects supporting elections, on all public outreach
activities;
- Establish close links with universities and organize internships and other programmes;
and,
- Implement journalists’ registration through a proper database and a regularly
updated register.
Management & Supervisory
- Regularly review the work plan for public outreach as envisaged in the
project document in view of prioritizing activities and submitting quarterly
work plans;
- Ensure appropriate supervision, reporting, and evaluation mechanisms for all
public outreach activities carried out under the project; and,
- Supervise, guide, monitor, and evaluate the work of the National Programme
Officer for Public Outreach.
Reporting
- Produce timely reports to enable the Chief Technical Advisor to report to
UNDP, the donors and other stakeholders as required;
- Submit a brief quarterly report to the Chieft Technical Advisor highlighting:
*
Achievements to date;
* Issues that needs to be addressed or that could affect the continuity/future
of public outreach activities.
- At the end of the assignment, submit a report including comprehensive review
of results achieved, lessons learned and prospects for further UNDP
intervention;
Other tasks
- Any other tasks and responsibilities as required for the implementation of
the project and requested by the Chief Technical Advisor.
Qualification and Skills required:
- A post graduate degree in Journalism/Political Science/Public Administration
or a related field;
- Proven skills in developing and managing, public outreach or communication programmes
for a minimum of five years;
- Knowledge on legislatures and work experience involving parliaments;
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a
multi-cultural/multi-national/multi-stakeholder setting;
- Familiarity with Afghanistan and its political background and familiarity
with Islamic legislative background an asset;
- Proven qualities in leadership, and team-work;
- Good command of written and spoken English. Knowledge of Dari/Pashto would be
beneficial;
- Advanced computing skills and knowledge of spreadsheets;
- Exposure to post-conflict settings; and,
- Previous experience with UN agencies/UNDP an advantage..
Submission of Applications:
Interested International candidates should submit their applications in writing
(marked “Confidential” and clearly indicating on the sealed envelope the
Vacancy Announcement number) to the Human Resources Officer, UNDP Afghanistan,
Shah Mahmood Ghazi Watt Street, Kabul, Afghanistan or email their applications
(indicating on the subject line the VA number and the title of the post applied
to) to vacancies.afghanistan@undp.org
For more detailed information about the VA please visit our website www.undp.org/afghanistan
Please note that applications received after the closing date (i.e. 30 May 2005)
will not be given consideration. Only short-listed candidates whose
applications respond to the above criteria will be contacted for interview.
Internal Candidates are eligible to apply only if they have completed full
tenure of their current agreement
Women Candidates are highly encouraged to apply
Vacancies Contactvacancies.afghanistan@undp.org
Project Manager
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
Location
city: Kabul-Afghanistan
Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 30 May 2005
Job Description
VACANCY ANNOUNCMENT No.2005/05/135 (Re-advertisement)
Date: 16 May 2005
Post Title: Project Manager
Organizational Unit: UNDP, Democratisation & Civil Society
Empowerment
Type of Appointment: ALD 4
Project Name: Support to the Establishment of the Afghan Legislature
(SEAL)
Duration: One year (renewable)
Duty Station: Kabul, Afghanistan
Number of Positions: 1 (One)
Closing date: 30 May 2005
Background:
A new constitution was adopted by the Constitutional Loya Jirga (CLJ) in
January 2004 stipulating that a National Assembly will be established
consisting of two houses: House of People (Wolesi Jirga) with 249 members and
House of Elders (Meshrano Jirga) with approximately 100 members. It is expected
that the general elections for the Wolesi Jirga and Meshrano Jirga will take
place in spring 2005.
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Country Office (CO) in Kabul, in
consultation with the Government of Afghanistan and the French Government
developed the National Representation Capacity Building preparatory assistance document. Based on this, a
Parliamentary Assessment Mission was fielded from 20 October-14 November to
identify the needs in supporting the establishment and capacity building of a
functioning and sustainable bicameral National Assembly. The mission report has
already been issued and a programme framework entitled Support to the
Establishment of the Afghan Legislature (SEAL) was developed.
On February 22, 2005, the project agreement for SEAL was signed between
the Government of Afghanistan and UNDP. The objective of SEAL is to ensure the
timely establishment of the Afghan Parliament and support to its functioning.
SEAL, is a two year project and will contribute to putting in place stable
democratic foundations for Afghanistan by assisting the Afghan authorities in
the following areas: (1) establishment of an effective coordination and
programming mechanism for all activities related to the support to the
Parliament; (2) building the capacities of administrative and technical staff
as well as members of the Parliament to ensure efficient functioning of the
Parliament; (3) establishment of the necessary legal environment to enable the
first session of the Parliament; (4) building proper linkages and
complementarities between physical infrastructures, information services and
information and communication technologies (ICT) tools to provide assistance to
members, staff, media and public; and, (5) parliament outreach and design of an
effective public information and awareness strategy. Partnerships with the
Inter-parliamentary Union (IPU) and other institutions will be established to
ensure specialized training. SEAL will be implemented in two phases: I - 6
months up to the establishment of the Parliament; II -18 months after
elections, up to the end of 2006. The total estimated budget for the project is
USD 15.5 million.
The contract for the Chief Technical Advisor/Project Manager will be for an
initial period of one year, renewable.
Duties and responsibilities:
The SEAL Chief Technical Advisor/Project Manager will work under the guidance
and supervision of the Senior Deputy Country Director (Programme), and in close
coordination with the Senior International Programme Officer (SIPO) Focal Point
for Parliamentary Support. S/he will work closely with the Afghan governmental
counterpart, currently the Civil Service Commission, and the newly recruited
staff of the parliamentary secretariat.
Responsibilities include the following activities:
Advisory
- Provide technical advice to the Afghan authorities to ensure Afghan ownership
of the overall programming activities;
- Advise the UNDP Country Director, Senior Deputy Country Director (Programme)
and the ACD/SIPO for the Democratisation & Civil Society Empowerment Unit
on matters related to the parliament;
Coordination & Liaison
- Lead the implementation of the activities as outlined in the project
document, suggest further development of the project activities;
- Prepare, facilitate and follow-up on Parliamentary Taskforce meetings and
present work plans and periodic progress reports to the taskforce members and
the donors;
- Coordinate and manage the overall delivery of the project in an effective and
efficient manner, working closely with relevant governmental authorities and
other partners;
- Liaise with the government authorities, France and other donors and UNDP to
ensure cohesion of planning, resource mobilisation and implementation as well
as the setting up of the Parliamentary Taskforce and facilitation of its
activities;
- Support the UNDP Country Office in preparing and conducting relevant resource
mobilisation activities;
- Establish linkages and initiate Memoranda of Understanding/agreements with
training institutions, and initiate recruitment of trainers;
- Coordinate seminars and workshops to ensure information dissemination of
activities related to the parliament as appropriate;
Management & Supervisory
- Regularly review the work plan as envisaged in the project document in view
of prioritizing activities and submitting quarterly work plans;
- Develop Terms of References for the members of the Project Management Team
and recruit the envisaged staff;
- Ensure establishment of enabling training/ working environment for newly
recruited staff of the parliamentary secretariat and the project management
team;
- Ensure appropriate supervision, reporting, and evaluation mechanisms for all
staff recruited under the project;
- Produce timely reports for UNDP to report to the donors and other
stakeholders as required;
Reporting
- Submit a brief quarterly report to the UNDP Senior Deputy Country Director
highlighting:
*
Achievements so far;
* Issues that needs to be addressed or that could affect the continuity/future
of the project activities.
- At the end of the assignment, submit a report including comprehensive review
of results achieved, lessons learned and prospects for further UNDP
intervention;
Other tasks
- Any other tasks and responsibilities as required for the implementation of
the project and requested by the Country Director or Senior Deputy Country
Director.
Qualification and Skills required:
- A post graduate diploma in Political Science/Law combined with development
studies/international relations;
- Proven programming and project management skills (preferably with UNDP or UN
Agencies) for a minimum of 10 years;
- Extensive knowledge on legislatures and substantial work experience (minimum
10 years) in the implementation of projects in support to parliaments;
- Familiarity with Afghanistan and its political background and familiarity
with Islamic legislative background an asset;
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a
multi-cultural/multi-national/multi-stakeholder setting;
- Proven qualities in leadership, staff management and team-work, working in a
team;
- Good command of written and spoken English. Knowledge of Dari/Pashtu would be
beneficial;
- Advanced computing skills and knowledge of spreadsheets;
- Exposure to post-conflict settings.
Submission of Applications:
Interested International candidates should submit their applications in writing
(marked “Confidential” and clearly indicating on the sealed envelope the
Vacancy Announcement number) to the Human Resources Officer, UNDP Afghanistan,
Shah Mahmood Ghazi Watt Street, Kabul, Afghanistan or email their applications
(indicating on the subject line the VA number and the title of the post applied
to) to vacancies.afghanistan@undp.org
For more detailed information about the VA please visit our website www.undp.org/afghanistan
Please note that applications received after the closing date (i.e. 30 May
2005) will not be given consideration. Only short-listed candidates whose
applications respond to the above criteria will be contacted for interview.
Internal Candidates are eligible to apply only if they have completed full
tenure of their current agreement
Women Candidates are highly encouraged to apply
Vacancies Contactvacancies.afghanistan@undp.org
Deputy Director of Programs
International Rescue Committee (IRC)
Location
city: Kabul
Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 01 Jul 2005
Job
Description
RESPONSIBILTIES: The Deputy Director (Programs) is responsible for the
supervision and support of all IRC Afghanistan program activities in Afghanistan.
The position requires considerable travel to the field sites. Working under the
supervision of the Country Director he/she is expected to take the lead in
planning, development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of all IRC
program initiatives. He/she will directly supervise all Program Coordinators,
the Grants/Information Manager and indirectly a number of other staff. Specific
responsibilities include: Supervise and support all IRC program activities;
Coordinate the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of IRC
program initiatives; Improve coordination and communication among sectors and
field offices; As a member of the Senior Management Team, organize and develop
strategic planning sessions, trainings, etc.; In collaboration with the
Grants/Information Officer, Program Coordinators, operations Coordinators and
Field Coordinators, write and submit a monthly situation report; Support and
supervise implementation of finance controls for program expenditures in
accordance with Deputy Director (Operations), NY HQ, and IRC policies and
procedures; In collaboration with the Grants Manager, ensure that quality donor
reports are generated and submitted to donors, the GOA, and IRC NY/UK in a
timely manner; Oversee budget re-alignments and amendments when necessary; Work
with the Deputy Director (Operations), the Finance Controller and
Grants/Information Officer to develop operational budgets, which reflect a
detailed understanding of situational parameters, beneficiary needs, available
resources and technical possibilities; Provide on-going problem-solving
guidance for field offices regarding programmatic issues, planning issues, and
difficulties encounters with local authorities and Partners; Represent IRC and
IRC’s interests with the Government officials, donors, UN, and other operating
and implementing partners when required or applicable; Assist the Country
Director in developing a strong relationship with donors to ensure sustainable
funding of programs; Organize and chair regular program coordination meetings
with relevant staff; Other activities/responsibilities that may be required.
REQUIREMENTS: Degree in International Relations, Community Development,
Economics, or related disciplines; At least five years of combined experience
in the management of conflict, post-conflict and development programs; At least
five years overseas experience in a chronic conflict/emergency environment;
Demonstrated experience managing Expatriate Staff; Fluency in English, spoken
and written; Must be a strong communicator, excellent writer, have a focus for
quality (programs and administration) and most of all be a strong team player;
Demonstrated experience and knowledge of participatory techniques and
methodologies; Demonstrated experience in project design and use of project
design tools (logframes, causal pathway, etc.); Demonstrated experience in
capacity building and mentoring; Willingness to travel extensively to visit
program sites (up to 30 % of time).
Vacancies Contactwww.ircjobs.org
Chief Finance Officer
Agency for Technical Cooperation and Development (ACTED)
Location
city: Kabul
Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 31 May 2005
Job
Description
Position: Chief Finance Officer
Location: Kabul, Afghanistan
Duration: 1 year renewable
Starting Date: Immediate
I. Background on ACTED
ACTED, Agence d’Aide à la Cooperation Technique et au Développement (Agency for
Technical Co-operation and Development), is an international NGO with
operations in Central Asia, South Asia, Central Europe, Central America,
Central Africa and the Middle East.
While most of ACTED’s operations in Afghanistan have so far been centered on
relief activities (e.g. provision of food, shelter, response to natural
disasters and IDP camp management), the agency is moving towards an integrated
development strategy including community mobilization, infrastructure
rehabilitation, water and sanitation, agriculture and micro-credit. As such,
ACTED Afghanistan is both growing and changing, and requires staff
which have the ability to operate in and manage this change effectively and creatively.
In order to run its programmes ACTED is looking for his Chief finance Officer.
17 expatriates and over 800 local staff are operating in Afghanistan.
II. Responsabilities:
Under the responsibility of Afghanistan Country Coordinator and Finance
Director in HQ, the Chief Finance Officer will perform the following tasks:
Budget follow up and supervision of accounting of the projects implemented
by ACTED:
- Budget follow up of the projects implemented: preparation and follow up, with
HQ finance and administrative department, on a weekly basis, of the budget
planning and of the financial reports of each project.
- Accounting supervision: follow up and verification of bills registration,
accounting coding and project allocation, follow up of staff advances,
follow-up of providers etc.
Financial and administrative follow-up:
- ACTED procedures administrative and accounting follow up on a monthly basis
comprising reporting, cashflow, staff follow up etc
- Preparation of weekly report on ongoing activities to be prepared in close
co-operation with project managers
- Representation of ACTED during the meetings (NGOs, donors) in the absence of
the regional co-ordinator.
Management:
- Management of financial staff, support to field teams and liaising with other
ACTED missions
III. Qualifications and skills required:
- Master degree in administration/finances/accounting
- Proficiency in written and spoken English
- Management experience
- Report writing skills
- Experience in overseas position
- Experience with humanitarian and development programme
- Demonstrated experience in staff management and training
- Ability to work in a difficult context
IV. Conditions:
- Transportation, housing, and food ensured by ACTED
- Repatriation insurance + accident + care in France ensured by ACTED
- salary according to profile and experience + perdiem
V. Submission of applications:
Applications, in English, should include a resume, a cover letter and three
references. They should be submitted to:
Patricia d’Erneville
jobs@acted.org
Fax number:00 33 1 42 65 33 46
Vacancies Contactpatricia d'Erneville, jobs@acted.org
Country Director
Agency for Technical Cooperation and Development (ACTED)
Location
city: Kabul
Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 30 May 2005
Job
Description
Position: COUNTRY DIRECTOR
Location: Kabul, Afghanistan
Starting Date: Immediate
Duration: 1 year to be extended
I. Background:
ACTED has been working in Afghanistan for 11 years, both on emergency and long term
programs. We have developed an extensive knowledge and comprehension of the
country.
We have been implementing more than 70 projects in the following fields:
emergency and rehabilitation, food security, water and health, agriculture and
irrigation, economic development.
We are currently working in Kabul, Shamali, Baghlan, North and North East Afghanistan.
ACTED staff comprises 800 people, amongst whom 20 expatriates.
Your challenge will be to define and implement a long term strategy for ACTED
in the new political context of Afghanistan.
II. Responsibilities:
Working in close relation with our Operations Director, you will design and
overview the development of our programmes in Afghanistan.
In particular, you will:
- Define the Mission’s overall strategy in relation with ACTED Operations
Director.
- Establish a long term programmatic dynamic in the country.
- Supervise the design and implementation of projects
- Overview the internal organization
- Manage expatriate and local human resources
- Liaise with donors
- Coordinate with other agencies working in the area
The position is based in Kabul, with frequent visits to our bases.
III. Qualifications required:
- Previous experience in Afghanistan and / or in a high management position
(minimum 5 years experience)
- Project management experience (management, planning, staff development and
training skills) in emergency / development programs
- Strong organizational skills
- Strong negotiation and interpersonal abilities
- Extensive fundraising and representational experience
- Proven capabilities in leadership required
- Excellent skills in written and oral English
IV. Conditions:
- Salaried status
- According to experience + local indemnity
- Accommodation, food and transportation ensured by ACTED
- Insurances, repatriation ensured by ACTED
V. Submission of applications:
CV in English, cover letter and references are to be sent to Patricia d’Erneville
at jobs@acted.org
ACTED
33, rue Godot de Mauroy
75009 Paris
France
Fax : 00 33 1 42 65 33 46
Vacancies ContactPatricia d'Erneville, jobs@acted.org, ACTED , 33, rue Godot de Mauroy , 75009 Paris , France, Fax : 00 33 1 42 65 33 46
Field Coordinator
International Rescue Committee (IRC)
Location
city: Western Afghanistan
Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 15 Jun 2005
Job
Description
Responsibilities:
Administration:
Ensure all IRC activities are coordinated with and comply with local and national rules, policies and regulations as appropriate;
Provide management, leadership, training and support to the Administrative staff in the fulfillment of their duties especially with regards to provision of line management structure, accurate ‘Terms of Reference’ for all positions, employment contracts, timely and accurate ‘Performance Management System’ and standardized disciplinary procedures;
Supervise the implementation of standard IRC policies with regard to recruitment, employment, promotion and termination of staff; Supervise the creation and maintenance of an Administrative database tracking all staff allowances;
Supervise the timely recruitment of appropriate staff for vacant positions, and their subsequent orientation;
Supervise the implementation of IRC policies with regards to payroll, salary scales and benefits;
Supervise the effective implementation of IRC policy on the ‘Prevention of Abuse and Exploitation’;
Identify and oversee the provision of staff training and development needs; Oversee the contracting and management of IRC office and guesthouse facilities;
Liaise with HQ administrative staff and Deputy Director Operations (DDO) to provide timely and accurate updates and reports.
Logistics:
Provide management, leadership, training and support to Logistics staff in fulfillment of their duties especially with regard to IRC policies on procurement, transportation and storage of goods and materials;
Oversee the creation and maintenance of an accurate asset inventory and that all IRC assets are appropriately tagged and registered;
Supervise the maintenance and operation of a vehicle fleet; Supervise the maintenance and operation of a communications infrastructure that can include satellite, HF, VHF or cellular technologies;
Liaise with Kabul HQ logistic staff and DDO to provide timely and accurate logistic reports and updates;
Finance:
Provide management, leadership, training and support to Finance staff in fulfillment of their duties especially with regard to IRC policies on monthly budget and expenditure reporting, cash management systems, purchasing policy, payroll management, program budget management and forecasting;
Directly produce and manage an Operational Budget for the Field Office;
Conduct regular budget review meetings with finance and program staff to plan expenditures;
Supervise program staff in management of their budgets;
Supervise the secure and accurate transfer of cash and/or payments between IRC locations and/or between IRC and a third party;
Verify and oversee the distribution of the monthly staff salary; Liaise with Kabul HQ staff and DDO to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting;
Security:
Liaise closely with the Kabul based Security Coordinator or focal point;
On a daily basis monitor the local security situation;
Develop, implement and modify security plans for the region;
Submit weekly security report to IRC staff;
Ensure staff are aware of and follow the security regulations;
Directly supervise security field staff, if any.
Programmatic Oversight and Management:
In coordination with the Program Coordinators who are the direct supervisors of program staff, FC should support, inform and guide Program Managers in the implementation of their individual projects;
and advise Program Coordinators on ongoing program issues observed in the field;
Support and advise Program staff on prevailing security concerns which may impact their activities;
and support in adapting safe operating procedures if necessary;
In coordination with and support of the Program Coordinators, assist and advise Program Managers in the management of their program budgets;
In coordination with and support of the Program Coordinators, assist and review the production of program reports;
Assist and review the generation of new concept papers and proposals;
Liaise closely with Kabul HQ based Deputy Director of Programs in keeping local programming integrated with Country Strategic Plan;
Directly supervise program staff that are not part of a Program (i.e. with a Program Coordinator).
In this situation, FC reports to DD Programs for program oversight.
Strategic Direction:
Maintain an updated contextual awareness of prevailing humanitarian, political, social and security imperatives;
Lead and supervise an ongoing process of needs assessment and analysis, monitoring and evaluation of impact; Provide Kabul HQ staff with clear, insightful analysis of prevailing trends and needs in the form of regular reports;
Work in close coordination with Country Director and Deputy Director of Program to incorporate individual programming in to the National strategic plan.
Representation and Liaison:
Maintain active channels of communication with all appropriate humanitarian actors including UN, local and International NGO’s;
Develop and foster good relations with National Government departments relevant to the work of IRC and, where required, submit timely and accurate reports to such departments;
Maintain appropriate relations with military or civ/military institutions in accordance with IRC policy regarding impartiality and neutrality of action;
Actively foster relations between IRC and Afghan civil society organizations such as in academia, media, unions, NGO’s and others as appropriate;
Actively promote the acceptance of IRC by the widest possible audience specifically including project beneficiaries and the inhabitants of project areas;
Supervise the production of simple, accessible public information on IRC and its activities and mandate.
Responsibilities:
Proven management and staff supervision capacity (min: 1 year, 10 persons);
Proven budget and financial management capacity over an appropriate value of funds. (Ranges of US$500k-US$1m);
Proven understanding of the fundamentals of a wide range of humanitarian programs and principles; (min: direct involvement in 2 programs);
Proven capacity to work in a team and lead, often diverse, colleagues in a friendly and conducive atmosphere; (min: 2 positive referees);
Proven capacity to effectively work under conditions of insecurity and uncertainty; (min: 1 emergency assignment);
Proven experience in working with International NGO’s in an emergency or development context (min: 1 year);
Common sense and a proven capacity to multi-task (ascertained in interview);
Advanced degree in an appropriate field such as Economics, International Relations or Development Studies;
Basic technical awareness of common mechanical and electrical devices found in the field; (radios, generators, vehicles, satellite etc);
Supplementary trainings in technical or theoretical fields relevant to humanitarian action (I.E protection, advocacy, security, participation).
Long term, unaccompanied.
Vacancies ContactThe IRC requests that all applications be completed on line at www.ircjobs.org. Please note that IRC does not set closing dates/deadline dates for applications; recruitment is ongoing until the position is filled. The IRC reviews all applications and you will be contacted directly if you are selected as a candidate.
RBH Program Manager
International Medical Corps (IMC)
Location
city: Kabul
Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 03 Jun 2005
Job
Description
Location: Kabul, Afghanistan
Supervisor: Country Director
Summary:
Victims of decades of political strife, mothers and babies endured a rate of
maternal and infant mortality among the highest in the world; almost one in ten
Afghan women will die in childbirth during her childbearing years, while one
child in four does not live to see his/her fifth birthday. DHHS, CDC and IMC is
helping to renovate Rabia Balkhi Hospital (a large maternity hospital in
downtown Kabul), and start a training program to help Afghan healthcare
professionals update their medical skills, as well as creating a residency
training program in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Position:
The primary role of the RBH Program Manager is to coordinate activities within
the Rabia Balkhi Hospital with DHHS, CDC, IMC-HQ, and consultants.
Essential Responsibilities and Duties:
- Provide program coordination, support and instructional guidance to DHHS
consultants and IMC national staff involved in the RBH training program.
- Manage program budget, approve expenditures and coordinate with finance
department to monitor spending and file monthly financial reports.
- Create and maintain records for project donor(s), proposal(s), grant(s) and
reports. Assist the national staff project officer in supervising IMC staff
assigned to this project.
- Maintain regular contact with national staff project officer responsible for
coordinating support services to consultants and/or renovation efforts at the
hospital.
- Cooperate and coordinate with IMC's support departments to help ensure
effective program implementation and smooth working relations.
- Attend meetings related to RBH project with RBH Administration, with MoH and
with other NGOs to ensure coordinated program activities, prevent duplication
of efforts, and keep abreast of program and funding opportunities.
- Submit timely and accurate weekly, monthly and quarterly reports as required.
File copies of program description and weekly reports with Communications
Office.
- Assist Senior Staff as appropriate. Perform other duties as assigned. The
duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and
levels of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive
Education and/or Experience Requirements:
- Five years of successful program/project administration and budget management
experience.
- Post-bachelor's degree in Education and/or Health Administration
- Native-language fluency in business-level English in both oral and written
forms
- Good communication skills
- Demonstrated success in managing multiple instructional and administrative
staff members
- Demonstrated skills in report and proposal writing
Vacancies ContactPlease apply online at http://www.imcworldwide.org.
TB/HIV Project Manager
International Rescue Committee (IRC)
Location
city: Kabul
Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 01 Jul 2005
Job
Description
The International Rescue Committee currently seeks a TB/HIV Project Manager for
its program in Afghanistan.
RESPONSIBILITIES: IRC Health Program in Afghanistan, with the technical
assistance of the Johns Hopkins School of Public Health, has received a grant
from the second round of the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, TB and Malaria to
conduct a survey concerning TB and HIV in Afghanistan.
Specific responsibilities include: Manage the whole project
implementation; Liaise with the Global Fund Management Unit, WHO, the National
Tuberculosis Program and the National AIDS Control Program for the ethical
review board approval, national manager positions recruitment, questionnaires
preparation, sites and health facilities selection and other relevant
activities; Liaise with all the donors, UN agencies, provincial health
departments and NGOs involved; Recruit, in close coordination with the JHSPH
consultant, the staff foreseen under the project; Organize the procurement of
survey materials through UNICEF; Undertake all the operational aspects of the
data collection process in the field; Organize the timely specimen transfer
from the provinces to Kabul and Jalalabad; Supervise project staff and provide
appropriate support to ensure effective and timely project implementation;
Identify and respond to problems in project area and inform the IRC Health
Coordinator; Provide overall survey team supervision at provincial level and
national level; identify, respond to, and resolve staff complaints and
performance-related issues; Directly supervise JHSPH consultant, national HIV
and TB survey managers in their area of responsibility; Provide timely reports
to the Global Fund Management Unit and the IRC Health Coordinator; Administer
personnel policies for staff in the province; Organize the timely procurement
of survey materials through UNICEF and specimen transfer from the provinces to
Kabul and Jalalabad; Maintain records of all field-based expenditures; Ensure
that the expenses are undertaken according to the budget and monitor budget
expenditure; Maintain good field communications, specifically movement of
health staff during field visits; ensure the appropriate use of any assigned
communication equipment.
REQUIREMENTS: University degree and minimum three years’ experience with
management of health programs; Excellent computer skills (database,
spreadsheet, and word processing software); Excellent English written and oral
communication skills; Minimum three years’ experience working with
international agency or organization; Strong personnel leadership skills;
Demonstrated budget management; Experience managing a diverse team; Excellent
collaboration skills with local, national, and civil society stakeholders; Good
writing and critical thinking skills.
Vacancies ContactPlease apply online at www.ircjobs.org
Regional Office Manager
Afghanistan New Beginnings Program (ANBP)
Project of UNDP
Location
city: One of Eight regions
Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 21 May 2005
Job
Description
Responsibilities:
Responsible for the administrative and financial matters of the Regional
Office;
- Supervise and coordinate the work of all regional office staff members;
- Draft policy documents;
- Assist in negotiating, designing and formulating Mobile Disarmament Unit
(MDU) in designated area (including establishment of monitoring mechanisms);
- Financial monitoring of ongoing projects to ensure efficient and timely
delivery of inputs and the realization of the targeted expenditure level;
- Promote awareness and understanding of the ANBP mandate to promote DDR;
- Establish and monitor ANBP annual planning mechanisms and provide input to
progress reporting;
- Liaise and coordinate with Ministries, Implementing Partners, NGOs and other
agencies as required;
- Provide planning and organizational support in assisting with the capacity
building of the DDR program;
- Provide daily reports and returns to the ANBP Central Office;
- As directed by the Operations Advisor, assist with capacity building and
maintenance of the ANBP regional office;
- Establish and maintain an effective training capacity within the ANBP
regional office;
- Monitor demobilization and reintegration activities taking place in the
region;
- Implement in conjunction with the Information Advisor an effective public
information campaign in the region on DDR activities;
- Supported by the ANBP Communications Officer, maintain a robust ANBP communications
system within the region;
- Perform other duties as required.
Experience & Qualifications:
- Post Graduate level qualifications, or equivalent experience;
- A sound knowledge of logistics and process planning;
- 5-10 years of progressively responsible operational management experience;
- An excellent command of the English language is essential;
- Good computer skills, with familiarity of MS Excel and MS Power Point;
- Good interpersonal and diplomatic skills are essential;
- Experience with international organizations, preferably within Afghanistan,
will be a distinct advantage;
- Proven capacity to coordinate and motivate an important team comprising of
women and men from different cultures and nationalities;
- Ability to work and act under pressure, and with discretion, in a politically
sensitive environment;
- Willingness to work extended hours, over protracted periods of time;
- Ability to start work immediately;
Vacancies Contactvacancies@anbpafg.org
Logistician
Aïna is an international NGO dedicated to the reconstruction of civil society through local independent media and culture projects. At present, our activities in Afghanistan include: Eight media and cultural centers in Kabul and in the provinces; A radio production unit; A video production unit: A photojournalism agency; A communication agency; A national radio monitoring department; and a print press department supporting 7 publications. Approximately 250 Afghans and 25 expatriates work with Aina in Afghanistan. More details at www.ainaworld.org
Location
city: Kabul
Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 31 May 2005
Job
Description
Objectives and responsibilities:
The logistician supervises the daily work of Aina’s offices in Kabul through
managing logistics and security personnel. The logistician is above all a
manager. He or she trains and delegates.
Main tasks:
The Logistician will have two main tasks:
1. Management and supervision of all logistics in Kabul including
accommodations, administration expenses, drivers, etc. Also acts as a backup to
the Financial Controller.
2. Management of all security personnel, including procedures and policies,
hiring, contracts, etc.
Necessary skills:
- Experience working in NGOs
- Experience in team management and training
- Ability to adapt to a post-conflict environment and to local working
conditions
- A university degree of at least undergraduate level
- Fluent in English
Additional, but not necessary skills:
- Experience working in Islamic countries
- Knowledge of Central Asia
- Knowledge of Farsi / Dari languages
Comments:
This is a volunteer position. Aina will, however, provide housing, food,
transportation and insurance to the employee while in Kabul, as well
as a monthly transfer of US$1350 (€1050) in addition to a monthly living
allowance of US$200.
Vacancies ContactMike McGuire, hr@ainaworld.org
Head of Mission
Humanitarian aid organization
Location
city: Kabul, Kandahar, Maimana, and Helmand
Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 31 May 2005
Job
Description
Short Programme Description:
INTERSOS is present in Afghanistan since September 2001, currently with a main office in
Kabul,
sub-offices in Kandahar, Maimana, and Helmand.
Following its mandate worldwide, in these years, INTERSOS has mainly worked on
providing assistance to refugees in Pakistan and IDPs in Afghanistan, creating conditions conducive to repatriation and
return in close cooperation with UNHCR.
In parallel, INTERSOS has continuously supported hosting and receiving
communities and EVIs.
Main sectors of activity are: community and social services, vocational
training and education, water and sanitation, and mine action.
The main donors are at the moment ECHO, EC, UNHCR, UNMAS, USAID, UNDP and Afgan
MRRD.
Job description:
Under the supervision and guidance of the concerned office in Rome, the
candidate will undertake the following duties and responsibilities.
Represent the Organisation at national level.
Liaison and network with donor agencies, government bodies, NGOs and other stakeholders for possible collaboration and partnership opportunities at national level.
Coordinate the action of the Organisation at political, managerial and organizational level in the country.
Contribute to the finalization of a strategic action plan of the Organization in the country.
Keep a regional networking with other INTERSOS missions in the area.
Develop project ideas and drafting of project proposals.
Carry out an overall monitoring and evaluation of the ongoing projects and financial trend of the mission.
Be the Security Officer in charge of the mission.
Manage the human resources deployed in the area - both expatriate and local staff.
Skills and Competencies:
At least 2 year experience as Head of mission / Coordinator, preferably in the area.
Excellent spoken and written English. Knowledge of Italian appreciated.
Complex emergency analytical skills, especially related to the development and sudden changes of the security situation.
Familiarity with the international donors format and procedures (especially EC-ECHO).
Financial resources management capability.
Ability to manage the Human Resources following a participative approach, developing team work spirit, facilitating communication and information sharing, promoting extensive consultations on the main issues at regional level, encouraging individual and team contribution to the INTERSOS activities in the area.
Ability to work independently and as a team player in a multicultural and complex environment.
Communication skills (oral and written), facilitation and networking skills, information sharing.
Working knowledge of computer including MS Office. Ability to use the HF, VHF, satellite communication system.
Other skills: leadership attitude, problem solving and strategic planning capabilities.
Frequent travels within the country.
Shorted list candidates can be interviewed both in Kabul or in Rome.
Vacancies Contact humanresources@intersos.org, NB: this research is open ONLY to EU citizens, Shorted list candidates can be interviewed both in Kabul or in Rome.
Programme Coordinator
Location
city: Kabul
Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 27 May 2005
Job
Description
JOB TITLE: Programme Co-ordinator
DIVISION / DEPARTMENT / LOCATION: Afghanistan/Hazarajat
JOB FAMILY: Programme
SALARY: Afghani 529,980 – 698,610 gross per annum (negotiable)
Plus accommodation facilities and other attractive benefits
OXFAM PURPOSE: To work with others to overcome poverty, stress and
suffering.
TEAM PURPOSE: The Oxfam GB Programme in Afghanistan is working to
provide an integrated rural development programme in response to humanitarian
and development context.
JOB PURPOSE: To manage the Hazarajat programme, including reporting
against the programme.
REPORTING LINES: Postholder reports to: Programme ManagerStaff reporting
to this post: The whole Hazarajat Programme (Panjao, Waras, Dai Kundi and Lal)
BUDGET RESPONSIBILITY: Entire Hazarajat programme budgets
DIMENSIONS:
Coordination of and delivery of agreed plans or
strategies. Some strategic input
Representation in coordination meetings and some
external relationships
Impact and influence is mostly within their own team
but sometimes also in other parts of their department and/or external public.
Plans and manages programme resources. Specific
competencies and skills required
Part of management team within country programme
Objectives contribute to broader programme strategy
and can involve collaboration with other programmes and service departments
Management tasks are complex and non-routine within a specialised
unit/function
Decision-making requires significant levels of judgement
based on technical and management experience, generally actively supported
within line management or the programme team
To play active role in lobby and advocacy on issues
related to programmes through personal contacts and co-ordination of allies
To support fundraising efforts and produce clear and
quality reports (financial and narrative) that demonstrate good accountability
to multilateral and bilateral donors
Role is variable with well-defined targets and/or minimum standards and is both proactive and reactive.
BACKGROUND:
Afghanistan is one of the poorest countries in the world and is suffering the
effects of two and half decades of chronic conflict and in the last couple of
years the worst drought in living memory. Millions of Afghans who had little
ability to cope with the situation in Afghanistan are still at risk, or in dire
poverty.Afghanistan is in a critical phase of development, following the recent
successful donors conference in Berlin and the presidential elections in
September 04 and in an environment of continuing insecurity and with all the
development issues of a post conflict situation, Afghanistan is a challenging
place to work.Oxfam GB is contributing to the alleviation of poverty and
suffering in Afghanistan and although the work can be difficult and sometimes
frustrating, it is also rewarding, exciting and fulfilling.Oxfam GB has been
supporting programmes in Afghanistan since 1962, and currently has integrated
rural development programmes in Hazarajat and Badakhshan and a public health
project in Kandahar city. Oxfam GB is focussing on increasing and diversifying
sustainable livelihoods, strengthening governance structures and community
participation, taking into account specific gender needs.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
To be responsible for the overall
performance-management of Hazarajat staff to deliver Oxfam's programme ensuring
that it is developed in line with priorities agreed in the country strategic
plan and in accordance to agreed programme proposals.
To take overall management responsibility for the Hazarajat
programme resources implementation ensuring there is timely and accurate
reporting mechanisms in place against budgets and plan
To be responsible in conjunction with country programme
manager for developing monitoring and evaluation system for the programme
To identify needs for new programme initiatives and
work with programme manager and other SMT members to develop proposals to
donors
To take responsibility for security of Hazarajat programme,
particularly staff, and ensure strict implementation of security guidelines and
procedures in the programme
In case of any humanitarian programmes, be responsible
for on time implementation of programme with great consultation of humanitarian
staff in country
To liase with staff of other agencies working in the
area in order to ensure good working relationship and to uphold the good
reputation of Oxfam in the Hazarajat
Ensuring well-balanced gender equity and equality
within the programme, particularity in implementation of Hazarajat programme
Sympathy towards Oxfam GB's aims, beliefs and objectives
SKILLS AND COMPETENCE:
Well-developed analytical, conceptual and planning skills
Wide experience of program types and including both theoretical knowledge and practical implementation
Strong team building skills with proven experience
Proven team leadership and ability to work independently as required
Proven decision making capability
Demonstrates ability to identify & implement opportunities for innovation
Excellent communicator who leads in building relationships with key external/internal contacts
Contribute to strategic development at a wider level within the programme
Demonstrable understanding and experience of general issues in conservative Islamic culture and proven commitment to addressing gender inequalities in all key areas of responsibility
Verbal and written communications skills in English as well as Dari.
Vacancies ContactPlease send your CV, with a covering letter telling us why you are applying and how you met the required competencies to afghanistanjobs@oxfam.org.uk,for further information call 070-293848.Please note that this opportunity is only open to Afghan nationals., The closing date for applications is 27th May 2005, Only shortlisting candidates will be contacted., We are commited to ensuring diversity and gender equality within the organization.
Cash for Work Project Manager
Founded in 1990, Relief International provides emergency, rehabilitation and development services that empower beneficiaries in the process. RI's programs include health, shelter construction, education, community development, agriculture, food, income-generation, and conflict resolution. RI employs an innovative approach to program design and a high quality of implementation performance in demonstrating deep and lasting impact in reducing human suffering worldwide.
Location
country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 28 Jun 2005
Job
Description
Relief International, an international relief and development agency with
cross-sectoral programs bridging relief to development has an immediate opening
for a Program Manager position in Afghanistan. The Manager would be responsible for overseeing a
program using labor intensive methods to complete basic rural infrastructure
projects. In addition, the Program Manager would oversee a vocational training
operation for rural women. This position requires vision, commitment to women's
development, strong management and communication skills.
Responsibilities include
1. Needs assessment
2. Program management and oversight
3. Market opportunity assessment and identification of training needs
4. Establishment of vocational training guidelines
5. Training of national staff
6. Establishment of monitoring and evaluation systems
7. Institution building and capacity building for national NGO partners
Qualifications Sought
1. Educational background in related field
2. At least three years international program management experience
3. Experience in management of cash for work program
Qualifications Beneficial
1. Engineering background
2. Experience with vocational training
3. Knowledge of Pashtu
Vacancies ContactIn order to apply, please send your resume to HR@ri.org. Please include your resume, cover letter, salary history, date of availability and 3 professional references.
Chief Finance Officer
Agency for Technical Cooperation and Development (ACTED)
Location
city: Kabul
Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 31 May 2005
Job
Description
Position: Chief Finance Officer
Location: Kabul, Afghanistan
Duration: 1 year renewable
Starting Date: Immediate
I. Background on ACTED
ACTED, Agence d’Aide à la Cooperation Technique et au Développement (Agency for
Technical Co-operation and Development), is an international NGO with
operations in Central Asia, South Asia, Central Europe, Central America, Central
Africa and the Middle East.
While most of ACTED’s operations in Afghanistan have so far been centered on
relief activities (e.g. provision of food, shelter, response to natural
disasters and IDP camp management), the agency is moving towards an integrated
development strategy including community mobilization, infrastructure
rehabilitation, water and sanitation, agriculture and micro-credit. As such,
ACTED Afghanistan is both growing and changing, and requires staff
which have the ability to operate in and manage this change effectively and
creatively.
In order to run its programmes ACTED is looking for his Chief finance Officer.
17 expatriates and over 800 local staff are operating in Afghanistan.
II. Responsabilities:
Under the responsibility of Afghanistan Country Coordinator and Finance
Director in HQ, the Chief Finance Officer will perform the following tasks:
Budget follow up and supervision of accounting of the projects implemented
by ACTED:
- Budget follow up of the projects implemented: preparation and follow up, with
HQ finance and administrative department, on a weekly basis, of the budget
planning and of the financial reports of each project.
- Accounting supervision: follow up and verification of bills registration,
accounting coding and project allocation, follow up of staff advances,
follow-up of providers etc.
Financial and administrative follow-up:
- ACTED procedures administrative and accounting follow up on a monthly basis
comprising reporting, cashflow, staff follow up etc
- Preparation of weekly report on ongoing activities to be prepared in close
co-operation with project managers
- Representation of ACTED during the meetings (NGOs, donors) in the absence of
the regional co-ordinator.
Management:
- Management of financial staff, support to field teams and liaising with other
ACTED missions
III. Qualifications and skills required:
- Master degree in administration/finances/accounting
- Proficiency in written and spoken English
- Management experience
- Report writing skills
- Experience in overseas position
- Experience with humanitarian and development programme
- Demonstrated experience in staff management and training
- Ability to work in a difficult context
IV. Conditions:
- Transportation, housing, and food ensured by ACTED
- Repatriation insurance + accident + care in France ensured by ACTED
- salary according to profile and experience + perdiem
V. Submission of applications:
Applications, in English, should include a resume, a cover letter and three
references. They should be submitted to:
Patricia d’Erneville
jobs@acted.org
Fax number:00 33 1 42 65 33 46
Vacancies Contactpatricia d'Erneville, jobs@acted.org
Country Director
Agency for Technical Cooperation and Development (ACTED)
Location
city: Kabul
Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 30 May 2005
Job
Description
Position: COUNTRY DIRECTOR
Location: Kabul, Afghanistan
Starting Date: Immediate
Duration: 1 year to be extended
I. Background:
ACTED has been working in Afghanistan for 11 years, both on emergency and long term
programs. We have developed an extensive knowledge and comprehension of the
country.
We have been implementing more than 70 projects in the following fields:
emergency and rehabilitation, food security, water and health, agriculture and
irrigation, economic development.
We are currently working in Kabul, Shamali, Baghlan, North and North East Afghanistan.
ACTED staff comprises 800 people, amongst whom 20 expatriates.
Your challenge will be to define and implement a long term strategy for ACTED
in the new political context of Afghanistan.
II. Responsibilities:
Working in close relation with our Operations Director, you will design and
overview the development of our programmes in Afghanistan.
In particular, you will:
- Define the Mission’s overall strategy in relation with ACTED Operations
Director.
- Establish a long term programmatic dynamic in the country.
- Supervise the design and implementation of projects
- Overview the internal organization
- Manage expatriate and local human resources
- Liaise with donors
- Coordinate with other agencies working in the area
The position is based in Kabul, with frequent visits to our bases.
III. Qualifications required:
- Previous experience in Afghanistan and / or in a high management position
(minimum 5 years experience)
- Project management experience (management, planning, staff development and
training skills) in emergency / development programs
- Strong organizational skills
- Strong negotiation and interpersonal abilities
- Extensive fundraising and representational experience
- Proven capabilities in leadership required
- Excellent skills in written and oral English
IV. Conditions:
- Salaried status
- According to experience + local indemnity
- Accommodation, food and transportation ensured by ACTED
- Insurances, repatriation ensured by ACTED
V. Submission of applications:
CV in English, cover letter and references are to be sent to Patricia d’Erneville
at jobs@acted.org
ACTED
33, rue Godot de Mauroy
75009 Paris
France
Fax : 00 33 1 42 65 33 46
Vacancies ContactPatricia d'Erneville, jobs@acted.org, ACTED , 33, rue Godot de Mauroy , 75009 Paris , France, Fax : 00 33 1 42 65 33 46
Area Coordinator Center
Agency for Technical Cooperation and Development (ACTED)
Location
city: Shamali
Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 31 May 2005
Job
Description
Contract duration: 1 year - with possibility of renewal
Location: Shamali, Afghanistan
Starting Date: Immediate
Background on ACTED
ACTED, l’Agence d’Aide à la Coopération Technique et au Développement or the
Agency for Technical Co-operation and Development, is an NGO registered in
France with global operations in Central Asia, Europe, Latin America and
Africa. ACTED has been active in Afghanistan since 1993, and is one of the largest NGOs in the
country, capitalizing on a continued 11-year presence in Afghanistan
throughout successive regimes and on established operations throughout Central Asia.
ACTED operates mainly in the North, Northeastern and Central areas of Afghanistan.
Responsibilities
ACTED is currently looking to fill an Area Coordinator post in Shamali. The
incumbent will have overall management responsibility of 3 bases (Kabul, Shamali,
Paktika, Bamyan) and 5 sub-bases spread across these three areas. Project
activities encompass emergency Relief, Health Promotion, Education and Training
and Economic Development Programs. This key top level management post requires
the ability to balance and effectively address internal organizational
management challenges and close liaising with external stakeholders to shape a
forward-looking programmatic and strategic direction.
As such key responsibilities will include:
Internally
Manage a large number of staff (approximately 300 local staff and expatriates)
Coordination with the Country Coordinator as well as with other ACTED Area Coordinators.
Liaise with the Local deputy Coordinator and with their support supervise the implementation of projects in the main bases and sub bases in the area.
Manage local and expatriate teams
Facilitate program development, through conceptualization, design, proposal and program initiation, with a particular focus on shelter construction, agro-business, water and sanitation programmes as well as community mobilization and micro-credit activities;
Ensure effective integration and mainstreaming of gender into all programs;
Ensure cross-program integration, learning, sharing and adoption of best practices from other ACTED regions of operations;
Closely supervise and monitor the work of the finance, administration, logistics and auditing departments;
Administer program budgets and evaluate financial program effectiveness;
Externally
Demonstrate vision and leadership in building a coherent strategic direction for the region, in line with ACTED Afghanistan’s overall strategy;
Liaise with all external stakeholders: donors, partners, the government, including local authorities, and communities;
Act as a catalyst with all stakeholders to better plan and coordinate existing and new programs;
Actively contribute and participate in the strategic direction of ACTED Afghanistan through facilitation of timely needs assessments to inform strategic planning.
Qualifications
Qualified candidates must have:
5+ years of field experience in project management of development and/or relief programs – preferably large programmes;
Strong educational background in development studies, agriculture and/ community mobilization or any related field,
Solid experience in working with community-based institutions and capacity-building programmes;
Excellent communication and drafting skills;
Ability to manage a large team and demonstrate leadership by bringing a geographically scattered team around a same vision and developing programmatic quality standards across regions;
Ability to operate in a cross-cultural environment requiring flexibility;
Familiarity with the aid system, and ability to interface with donors, Ministries, local authorities and community leaders;
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills;
Commitment to gender equity, and passion for development an absolute requirement;
Knowledge of Afghanistan and/or the region an asset;
Fluency in English required - ability to communicate in Farsi/Dari a plus;
Ability to operate Microsoft Word, Excel and Project Management software a requirement.
Conditions
Salary: according to experience
Benefits: All accommodation, food and travel expenses covered, including
a one-week R&R between the third and fourth month of operation. Medical and
life insurance also covered.
Living and security conditions: Further information available during the
interview process.
Vacancies ContactApplications, in English, should include a resume, a cover letter and three references. Applications should be submitted to:, Patricia d’Erneville, E-mail: jobs@acted.org, Fax number : 00 33 1 42 65 33 46, ACTED, 33, rue Godot de Mauroy , 75009 Paris , France
Post Title: Regional IT Officer
Organization: ACTED
Location: Mazar-e-Sharif
Program: NSP
The National Solidarity Program is a development program which aims at
empowering communities to develop and build their capacity to plan, manage,
finance and monitor their own developments projects.
The projects will lay the foundation for long-term governance and rebuild the
social capital and leadership within villages and neighborhood of Afghanistan.
Duties & Responsibilities: 1. Take the responsibility of all ACTED IT
managements and requirements for ACTED north Afghanistan.
2. Manage the purchase of IT equipments.
3. Responsible for repairing & maintenance of broken IT equipments.
4. Responsible for managing the monthly cost of communications for emails and
Internet in all north/northeast bases.
5. Owns the permission to introduce new possibilities in term of networks and
email communication system.
6. Responsible for hiring or training a person as a focal point for other ACTED
bases to maintain more reliable network and email system.
7. Responsible to visit ACTED northern bases in case of problems in computer
stuff e.g emails, networks.
8. Providing instructions for all the staff for how to work with network shared
data and integrated email system. Qualifications required: 1. Completed
secondary education, a university degree in Social Sciences is an asset;
2. A minimum of 3 years experience working in a similar position;
3. Fluency in English, good knowledge of Pashtu is an asset;
4. Diploma in computer science;
5. Excellent organizational skills and ability to work independently with
minimal supervision;
6. Ability and willingness to travel to rural locations. Submission Guideline:
Applicants meeting the above qualifications are requested to submit their
Application forms (available at the reception of ACTED Mazar office) along with
a copy of CV and photocopy of their certificates and diplomas to the following
address.
Mazar main Office:
Kart-e-Shafakhana, In front of UNHCR
Mobile:
070501310
Email: mazar.administration@acted.org
Post Title: Travel Clerck
Organization: US Embassy
Location: Kabul
Duration: 3 Months Prob.
Duties
& Responsibilities: The incumbent processes visas for American employees
and visas and passports for local employees. Travel involved to drop-off and
pick-up tickets, visas and passports within Kabul. Class B cashier for imprest fund. File travel orders
and other paperwork for the Travel Section.
Note: A copy of the complete position description listing all duties and
responsibilities is posted on the Human Resources Office bulletin board. Please
see the HR staff for a copy.
Qualifications required: 1. Education: Completion of secondary school is
required.
2. Experience: Minimum one year of clerical experience, preferably with UN, NGO
or western Embassy is required.
3. Language: Level III English ability reading/writing (good working knowledge)
and fluent reading/writing in Dari is required.
4. Knowledge: Good working knowledge of general office operations, excellent
knowledge of English alphabet and how to alphabetize and good knowledge of
difference between English surnames and given names. Reconciliation of cash
balances with receipts is required.
5. Abilities and Skills: Must be able to use Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel,
type 40 wpm and driver’s license is required.
SELECTION PROCESS:
All applications will be evaluated in accordance with the qualifications
required as stated above and only qualified candidates will be interviewed and
tested. It is imperative, and the responsibility of, each applicant to ensure
they meet the minimum qualifications and to appropriately provide this
information in their application. Applicants must be able to obtain a medical
and security clearance. When equally qualified, Appointment Eligible Family
Members (AEFMs) and U.S. Veterans will be given preference.
ADDITIONAL SELECTION CRITERIA:
1. Applicants must be eligible for employment under host government laws and
regulations.
2. All ordinarily resident applicants must be residing in country and have the
required work and/or residency permits to be eligible for consideration.
3. Nepotism, conflict of interest, budget, and residency status will be
considered in determining eligibility.
4. Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply.
5. Applications for this position are to be submitted through your American and
FSN supervisor, if applicable. Submission Guideline: TO APPLY
This position is open to all interested candidates. Applicants must submit the
following by the closing date:
1. Application for U.S. Federal Employment (OF-612); ensuring qualifications
required are met; or
2. A current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information as
an OF-612; plus
3. Candidates who claim U.S. Veterans preference must provide a copy of their
Form DD-214 with their application.
4. Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards, copies of
degrees earned) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position
as listed above.
SUBMIT APPLICATION TO:
Human Resources Office, U.S. Embassy Kabul, Afghanistan
E-mail: hashimisj@state.gov
Attention: Vacancy Announcement 14-05
Post Title: Volunteer
Organization: DACAAR
Location: Kabul
Duties
& Responsibilities: 1. To complete all administrative works for the
attendance of staff on external training courses, both local and overseas.
2. To initiate proper files for documents.
3. To keep the files updated
4. To insure timely circulation of incoming and out going documents.
5. To prepare the necessary training aid and stationeries for the trainings.
6. To maintain the database of all the training events.
7. To produce summary reports for HRD unit whenever needed.
8. To maintain proper records of registered publication.
9. To do typing.
10. To cover for HRD staff in their absence.
11. To assist in preparing training material.
12. To undertake any other duties identified by the line manager.
Qualifications required: 1. Education: High school.
2. Necessary skill: Computer skill, typing of English, Dari and Pashtu.
3. Other qualification an advantage: Drawing and calligraphy experience in HRD
work.
4. Languages: Dari/Pashto and English.
Submission Guideline: Please obtain DACAAR job application forms from DACAAR
Offices during working hours, attach two updated photos and submit to any
DACAAR Office at your convenience. Forms should be completed in all respects.
Incomplete forms will not be considered.
Address: Paikob-e-Naswar, Wazirabad, Kabul, Afghanistan
P.O Box 208, Kabul
Phone: 202-2201750/ 070-288232
E-mail: dacaar@dacaar.org
Post Title: Office Assistant (female)
Organization: PAKGRO
Location: Kabul
Duties & Responsibilities:
1. Schedule making.
2. Letter drafting.
3. E-mail correspondence.
4. Updating of daily status report.
Qualifications required:
1. High school graduate.
2. Good in English.
3. Three months work experience.
4. Computer literate.
Submission Guideline:
Interested candidates can send their CVs along with passpor size photograph to:
Address: House No. 13, Park Cinema Adjacent Cheif Burger, Shahrah-e-Nau, Kabul, Afghanistan
Phone: 020-201239
E-mail: kabul@pakgro.com or wagas@pakgro.com or atiqmurad@@hotmail.com
Post Title: Core Trainer (female)
Organization: ACTED
Location: Mazar-e-Sharif
Background:
ACTED, l Agence Aide à la Cooperation Technique et au Developpement or
the Agency for Technical Co-operation and Development, is an NGO registered in
France with global operations in Central Asia, Europe, Latin America, South
Asia, Middle East and Africa. ACTED has been active in Afghanistan
since 1993, and is one of the largest NGOs in the country, capitalizing on a
continued 12-year presence in Afghanistan throughout successive regimes and on established
operations throughout Central Asia. ACTED operates mainly in the North, Northeastern and
Central areas of Afghanistan.
While most of ACTEDs operations in Afghanistan have so far been centered on relief activities (e.g.
provision of food, shelter, response to natural disasters and IDP camp
management), the agency is moving towards an integrated development strategy
including community mobilization, infrastructure rehabilitation, water and
sanitation, agriculture and micro-credit. As such, ACTED Afghanistan is
both growing and changing, and requires staff which have the ability to operate
in and manage this change effectively and creatively. Duties &
Responsibilities: 1. Manages and supervises all training activities of the
program;
2. Defines training needs and learning requirements;
3. Plans training programs;
4. Evaluates trainings in order to assess their effectiveness and indicate
where improvements or changes are required to make the trainings more
effective;
5. Creates all necessary training tools, material to ensure the delivery of
high quality trainings;
6. Assists in the preparation and monitoring of the training budget.
7. Conducting orientation trainings for NSP board members.
8. Prepares and conducts training for provincial managers, district leaders,
Social Organizers, monitoring officers and finance officers.
9. Prepares and present regular training activities reports;
10. Performs other duties as requested. Qualifications required: 1. A
university degree in Social Sciences, Economics or related field ;
2. A minimum of 4 years experience working in a similar position;
3. Fluency in English and Dari.
4. Solid knowledge of MS Word and Excel;
5. Good organizational and communication skills;
6. Ability and willingness to travel with other staff members to rural locations.
Submission Guideline: Applicants meeting the above qualifications are requested
to submit their Application forms (available at the reception of ACTED Mazar
offices) along with a copy of CV and photocopy of their certificates and
diplomas to the following addresses.
Mazar main Office: Kart-e-Shafakhana, In front of UNHCR, Mazar-e-Sharif, Balkh, Afghanistan
Mobile:
070501310
Email: mazar.administration@acted.org
Post Title: Male Community Trainer
Organization: ACTED
Location: Faryab & Baghlan
Background:
Organization: ACTED
Program: NSP
The National Solidarity Program is a development program which aims at
empowering communities to develop and build their capacity to plan, manage,
finance and monitor their own developments projects.
The projects will lay the foundation for long-term governance and rebuild the
social capital and leadership within villages and neighborhood of Afghanistan.
Duties & Responsibilities: 1. Mobilizing all community members, rich and
poor, literate and illiterate, men and women, children and adults, of all
ethnic groups, to gather and sponsor a democratic and secret ballot election on
the basis of clusters to elect their leaders for a Community Development
Council (CDC);
2. To train communities to identify problems and solutions in a participatory
way with the involvement of all people in the village, and to teach the CDC to
formulate them as a Community Development Plan (CDP);
3. To train the CDC to write one or more sub-project proposals (SPPs) according
to the norms set out in the OM, and to ensure that the CDC has the skills and
knowledge to do this in a participatory way, and to ensure that each SPP is
understood by all CDC members and community members;
4. To facilitate the submission and approval of SPPs to the local RRD, and to
ensure that the CDC and community understands this process and is involved;
5. To teach the community the basic principles of project implementation
including, but not limited to: transparency, accounting, procurement,
monitoring and evaluation, quality control, management, etc. in accordance with
the norms set out in the OM;
6. Ensure that all activities in the implementation phase of sub-projects are
carried out in a transparent and participatory way through regular and frequent
meetings with cluster groups in the village;
7. Work with the female CT to ensure that women in the village either go
through a parallel process with equal access to funds, or have a special
committee which will empower them to participate in the process with men on
equal (but special) terms. Qualifications required: 1. A university degree in
Social Sciences, Economics or related field ;
2. A minimum of 3 years experience working in a similar position;
3. Fluency in English and Dari;
4. Solid knowledge of MS Word and Excel;
5. Good organizational and communication skills;
6. Ability and willingness to travel with other staff members to rural
locations.
Special Requirements:
Failure to meet any of the special requirements will be considered grounds for
immediate dismissal.
1. Absolute IMPARTIALITY as regards age, ethnic group, sex, tribe, area of
origin or religion: the ability to work with all people, including foreigners
and all groups of Afghanistan, in a polite, kind, diplomatic and understanding
way that facilitates openness and solidarity.
2. No political or military connections of any kind should be held at present
(personal preference for national candidates in elections is not considered a “connection�
but must be kept private during and after working hours); all past political
and / or military connections must be disavowed in the interest of solidarity
and a unified team working towards one goal through the NSP.
3. No close family relations with other staff, except that of husband to wife
and vice-versa. “Close family relations� are defined in the
administration guidelines of ACTED Afghanistan. All family relations must be openly declared and
approved before hiring or renewing of contract. Some special cases may be
considered, but keeping relations secret is grounds for dismissal.
4. CTs are representatives of a national government program and ACTED, and must
uphold the strictest social norms in front of the community and in public. This
includes appropriate dress, speech, and behavior. Submission Guideline:
Applicants meeting the above qualifications are requested to submit their
Application forms (available at the reception of ACTED Mazar office) along with
a copy of CV and photocopy of their certificates and diplomas to the following
address.
Mazar main Office:
Kart-e-Shafakhana, In front of UNHCR
Mobile:
070501310
Email: mazar.administration@acted.org
Post Title: Deputy Head of Office
Organization: CRS
Location: Herat
Background:
Catholic Relief Services is an international relief and development agency
supporting programs in over 80 countries. CRS operates in Afghanistan
since 2002 as a member of the Caritas Internationalis Network. Duties &
Responsibilities: The Deputy Head of Office will be responsible for providing
leadership for general management of the Herat Office with particular emphasis
on administration, personnel, security, transport, and finance. He/she will
work closely with the Head of Office to build management systems and ensure
programs are carried out with high quality. Particular emphasis will be placed
on developing the professional capacity of local staff, promoting leadership
and management roles for women, and partnership development. Qualifications
required: 1. Afghan national with an advanced degree in fields related to
development, business management, or administration.
2. Minimum 5-10 years experience as a senior manager, managing projects and
project teams.
3. Excellent English and Dari, both writing and verbally.
4. Excellent computer skills, including MS software: Word and Excel, and
Outlook
5. Good working relationships with key figures in local government;
6. Ability to work independently and within a team.
7. Excellent communication, coaching and negotiation skills, appropriate
leadership and management skills and adept problem solving skills. Submission
Guideline: All interested candidates should submit their applications to:
Dr. Lane
CRS Western Region Office located at Jade- Qumannadani Across From
Telecommunication Road,
OR To:
CRS/Kabul Office: CRS office, House # 649, Charahi-e-Shahid, District 10, Kabul
E-mail: gulabmustafa@crsherat.org
Mobile:
070401246
Post Title: Agriculture Extensionist (Male)
Organization: SCA
Location: Southern Region
Duties
& Responsibilities: 1. To ensure quality of the improved seed produced by
contract grower by regular supervision and monitoring their fields.
2. To supervise the contract grower and help them in improved seed production.
3. To facilitate various agricultural training to the farmers.
4. To assist agriculture Unit Manager in developing work-plan and budget of the
agriculture unit.
5. To provide data and reports about seed collection, seed and fertilizer
distribution (sale) in his project site (s).
6. To be responsible for the utilization of allocated budget for his project
site (s). Qualifications required: 1. B.Sc. Agriculture (Agronomy/Agriculture
Extension) from a recongnized University.
2. Fluency in communicating (written and spoken) Dari, Pashto and English.
3. To have at least three years of working experinece in the relevant field.
4. Good conflict solving skill, meanwhile conflict avoidance and customer
oriented.
5. Willing to travel extensively inside Afghanistan.
6. To be an Afghan National. Submission Guideline: The interested candidates
should submit a SCA application form along with their CVs and a copy of their
available academic documents to the HRM Units of the SCA in Kabul or in
Regional Offices in Ghazni, Pul-i-Khumri and Kunduz Provincial Health Unit, Sub
Office in Taloqan and Field Offices in Mazar-e-Sharif, Badakhshan (Faizabad) Maidan
Shar and Jalalabad, Liaison Office in Peshawar. SCA application forms are
available in these offices.
Address: Swedish Committee for Afghanistan. Jalalabad Main
Road, Paktia Kot, after UNO Education
Press, Kabul
Postal Address: P.OBox: 5017 Kabul City Kabul, Afghanistan
Phone: +93- 070-037711, +93-079-387628
E-mail: vacancies.hrm@sca.org.af
Web site: www.swedishcommittee.org
Post Title: Social Trainer
Organization: CARE
Location: Ghazni & Paktia
Background:
CARE is a non-governmental, non political, non-profit, non-partisan and
non-sectarian humanitarian organization, extending its relief and development
assistance to those in need.
CARE invites applications from qualified Afghan Female candidates for its Ghazni
& Paktia based position of Social Trainer. Duties & Responsibilities:
A. Over all empowerment of communities women through improvement of Community
women Development Councils capacity.
1. Conduct proactive session to explain community development to women CDCs.
2. Explain the role and responsibilities of women CDCs.
3. Facilitate and train women CDCs to create and improve transparency between
women CDCs and community members.
4. Conduct and arrange sessions to explain the responsibilities of each women
CDC members.
5. Develop job description for women CDC members and explain to each member.
6. Monitor jointly the project activities with women CDC team and provide them
related feedback.
7. Facilitate the formation of community, monitoring team.
8. Plan and facilitate cross visit of women CDC between communities, districts
and provinces.
9. Facilitate women CDCs meetings regularly for joint decision- making and
sharing information.
10 Explain the goal, objectives, core elements and principles of NSP to women
CDC members
B. Train the women CDCs in planning and management to improve their capacity.
1. Train women CDCs in project planning and management.
2. Train women CDCs in community based accounting and cash management.
3. Train women CDCs in stocking and store management.
4. Train women CDCs in procurement process.
5. Train women CDCs in filing and keeping the documents.
6. Facilitate the practical trainings in project related activities management
areas to women .
7. Oversee women CDCs activities and provide them necessary feedback.
8. Coordinate with field engineer about the women CDCs activities.
9. Establish a system to involve women CDC members in process of project
related documents.
10. Train the women CDCs in project monitoring and supervision
C. Prepare information and assist women CDCs in reporting of .
1. Promot women role women role and through women increasing participation in
their community development process.
2. Prepare monthly reports of women CDCs performance and reflect the activities
which are done by women CDCs.
3. Prepare information and stories to show improvement of women CDCs capacity.
4. Prepare the cross visit reports and reflect the experiences, which shared
between women CDCs in different communities.
5. Assist CDCs to present their activities and achievements to community
members and visitors.
6. Establish a system for women CDCs in documentation and data management
D. Perform any other identical duty as assigned. Qualifications required: 1.
University graduate in Social Science, Economic, Literature and Education
subject or equivalent training and experience.
2. Minimum three years work experience community development field
3. Facilitation, community analysis survey, use of PRA methodology and
reasonable level of English reading and writing
4. Written and spoken English, Dari and Pashtu
5. Good interpersonal communication, facilitation and community mobilization
skills Submission Guideline: Interested Afghan graduated youths candidates
should submit their update resumes attached with copies of their qualifications
certificate/credential along with completed CARE format applications to CARE HR
department in its main office Kabul no later than May 30, 2005.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted with, and called for the
interviews. The interview date and place will be determined and communicated
with the short listed candidates sooner after the expiry of the deadline for
application.
Kabul
Address: Chahar Rahi Haji Yaqoob, Park
Road, Shahr-e-now, Next to Hanzala
Mosque, Kabul, Afghanistan
Tel: 32621 / 30808/2201098 / 2201101
Fax: 008737622631
Email: vacancies@care.org.af
Post Title: Regional Manager
Organization: Roshan
Location: Kandahar
Background:
Manage and coordinate small-region business, keeping an overall view of the
business, looking for new opportunities, and anticipating future challenges.
Monitor tasks as assigned by functional heads at HQ. Communicate issues,
challenges, and opportunities to appropriate Regional Director. Duties &
Responsibilities: 1. Ensures that the goals of the company are carried out in a
particular area.
2. Monitors the health of the business and communicates any changes to HQ.
3. Represents Marketing department by helping set regional strategies, managing
and implementing regional marketing functions.
4. Handles local government relations by meeting with government officials
regularly and answering questions from high-level inquiries.
5. Resolves immediate/emergency local issues in all departments.
6. Tracks deployment/construction schedules.
7. Writes weekly reports to communicate status of all departments.
8. Provides the "muscle" in all local issues.
9. Monitors security in the region.
10. Any other task assigned by the respective supervisor/s. Qualifications
required: 1. MBA Degree or equivalent in business administration.
2. Broad international business or INGO experience, including administration
and logistics experience.
3. Written and spoken English, Dari and Pashto.
4. MS Office Skills.
5. Ability to work alone or with minimal daily supervision.
6. Able to see the broad view.
7. Good communication and organizational skills. Submission Guideline:
Interested candidates should send their CVs to:
Address: House#13, Main Street Wazir Akbar Khan, Kabul, Afghanistan
E-mail: hr@roshan.af or shireen.rahmani@roshan.af or najeeba.nazaree@roshan.af
Post Title: Accountant
Organization: DACAAR
Location: Kabul + Travels
Duties & Responsibilities: Cross checking of field
vouchers:
1. Cross checking of herat, RDP (Rural Development Programme) and WSP (Water and
Sanitation Programme) vouchers and make sure that the policy and procedure of
DACAAR is in placed.
2. Feedback to the field accountants if there is any correction in the account
code or amount.
Reconciliation of accounts:
1. Follow up of the cash and BAD (Business Account DACAAR) advances to the
project on monthly basis and providing the hard copy of the relevant ledger to
the field accountant on monthly basis.
2. Monthly basis reconciliation of cash contra account between sub office and
main office.
3. Maintaining of proper filing system for the monthly closing reports received
from the field offices.
4. Assisting the auditor in the audit period.
5. Reconciliation of the account receivable and payable accounts.
6. Travel to field offices if required. Qualifications required: 1. B.A, or
other relevant education.
2. Proven experience of working with NGOs.
3. Excellent computer skills.
4. Dari/Pashto and English.
5. An open and proactive person, proven management skills, strong organisational
skills, ability to work both individually and as a team member, excellent
presentation and communication skills. Submission Guideline: Please obtain
DACAAR job application forms from DACAAR Offices during working hours, attach
two updated photos and submit to any DACAAR Office at your convenience. Forms
should be completed in all respects. Incomplete forms will not be considered.
Address: Paikob-e-Naswar, Wazirabad, Kabul, Afghanistan
P.O Box 208, Kabul
Phone: 202-2201750/ 070-288232
E-mail: dacaar@dacaar.org
Post Title: NSP Site Engineer
Organization: ACTED
Location: Faryab
Background:
ACTED, l Agence Aide à la Cooperation Technique et au Developpement or the
Agency for Technical Co-operation and Development, is an NGO registered in
France with global operations in Central Asia, Europe, Latin America, South
Asia, Middle East and Africa. ACTED has been active in Afghanistan
since 1993, and is one of the largest NGOs in the country, capitalizing on a
continued 12-year presence in Afghanistan throughout successive regimes and on established
operations throughout Central Asia. ACTED operates mainly in the North, Northeastern and
Central areas of Afghanistan.
While most of ACTEDs operations in Afghanistan have so far been centered on relief activities (e.g.
provision of food, shelter, response to natural disasters and IDP camp
management), the agency is moving towards an integrated development strategy
including community mobilization, infrastructure rehabilitation, water and
sanitation, agriculture and micro-credit. As such, ACTED Afghanistan is
both growing and changing, and requires staff which have the ability to operate
in and manage this change effectively and creatively. Duties &
Responsibilities: 1. Staff management and coordination, including foremen,
masons, etc.
2. Writing proposals for the proposed projects.
3. Monitoring and evaluation of rehabilitation and construction work in related
communities projects.
4. Provide report to NSP senior engineer on work program.
5. Give technical advice to communities for achievement of projects.
Qualifications required: 1. A university degree incorporating a component of
civil engineering;
2. Professional experience in civil engineering;
3. High motivation and desire to work with local communities;
4. Ability to work independently while being a strong team player;
5. Excellent communication skills;
6. Flexibility required;
7. Knowledge of English preferred;
8. Computer skills (Microsoft Word and Excel);
9. Commitment to gender equity. Submission Guideline: Application form should
be filled and CV + certificates should be submitted no later than 10th Jun 2005 at
the following address:
ACTED Main office:
House # 403, Daqiqi watt, Taimani, Kabul-Afghanistan
Mobile:
0093 (0) 70 282 539
E-Mail: kabul.administration@acted.org
ACTED Mazar office:
Kart-e-Shefakhana, in front of UNHCR office, Mazar.
Mobile:
0093 (0) 70501310.
E-Mail: mazar.administration@acted.org
Post Title: SNP Senior Engineer
Organization: ACTED
Location: Faryab
Background:
ACTED, l Agence Aide à la Cooperation Technique et au Developpement or the
Agency for Technical Co-operation and Development, is an NGO registered in
France with global operations in Central Asia, Europe, Latin America, South
Asia, Middle East and Africa. ACTED has been active in Afghanistan
since 1993, and is one of the largest NGOs in the country, capitalizing on a
continued 12-year presence in Afghanistan throughout successive regimes and on established
operations throughout Central Asia. ACTED operates mainly in the North, Northeastern and
Central areas of Afghanistan.
While most of ACTEDs operations in Afghanistan have so far been centered on relief activities (e.g.
provision of food, shelter, response to natural disasters and IDP camp
management), the agency is moving towards an integrated development strategy
including community mobilization, infrastructure rehabilitation, water and
sanitation, agriculture and micro-credit. As such, ACTED Afghanistan is
both growing and changing, and requires staff which have the ability to operate
in and manage this change effectively and creatively. Duties &
Responsibilities: 1. 3 years of field experience in humanitarian relief or
development programs focused on emergency shelter construction and general
infrastructure design and construction.
2. Experience in design, evaluation and estimation of projects.
3. Experience in the development of training modules and methodologies for
community-based construction.
4. Knowledge of and practical experience in the development of didactic
materials for training.
5. Knowledge of donor practices, the program proposal process, and humanitarian
or development program solicitations and applications.
6. Knowledge of program assessments, proposals and budgets.
7. Fluency in English is required as is the ability to communicate in official
languages of Afghanistan.
8. The ability to operate a computer, Microsoft word, excel is necessary.
Qualifications required: 1. Develops training modules and methodologies on
community-based construction projects;
2. Generates monthly progress reports on NSP villages infrastructure projects;
3. Ensures technical inputs into construction projects designs;
4. Develops monitoring and evaluation tools for NSP infrastructure projects;
5. Undertakes technical assessment, designs and estimates NSP infrastructure
projects;
6. Provides technical assistance to community development councils in project
implementation, monitoring and evaluation.
7. Writing proposals for the proposed projects.
8. Control and management of a team
9. Guidance of work before to be started
10. Sketch the given constructive work
11. Estimation of the needed material for the proposed project
12. Making the reports to Senior Engineer
13. Performs other duties as requested. Submission Guideline: Application form
should be filled and CV + certificates should be submitted no later than 10th Jun 2005 at
the following address:
ACTED Main office:
House # 403, Daqiqi watt, Taimani, Kabul-Afghanistan
Mobile:
0093 (0) 70 282 539
E-Mail: kabul.administration@acted.org
ACTED Mazar office:
Kart-e-Shefakhana, in front of UNHCR office, Mazar.
Mobile:
0093 (0) 70501310.
E-Mail: mazar.administration@acted.org
Post Title: Cashier
Organization: DACAAR
Location: Kabul
Duties & Responsibilities: Cash Management:
1. Plan and order of cash on weekly and monthly basis.
2. Physical check of the cash and cash count on daily and weekly basis.
General Management:
1. Making CR (Cash Receipt Afs/USD) vouchers.
2. Prepare confirmation letters of CR and CDR (Cash Dollar Receipt) for
accounts section.
3. Recording the CP (Cash Payment), CDP (Cash Dollar Payment), CR, CDR in the
relevant cash books.
4. Maintaining the cash books for different currencies.
5. Calculation of the balance of the CP, CDP, CR and CDR on the cash books in
monthly basis page wise and confirming with the financial package.
6. Distribution of monthly salary for the main office staff and making the
vouchers from the salary sheets.
7. Keeping record of the payment deduction of EMP (Employee) account.
8. Adjusting the advances and reconciliation of the cash. Qualifications
required: 1. High school graduated or other relevant education.
2. Proven experience of working with NGOs.
3. Excellent computer skills.
4. Dari/Pashto and English.
5. An open and proactive person, proven management skills, strong organisational
skills, ability to work both individually and as a team member, excellent
presentation and communication skills. Submission Guideline: Please obtain
DACAAR job application forms from DACAAR Offices during working hours, attach
two updated photos and submit to any DACAAR Office at your convenience. Forms
should be completed in all respects. Incomplete forms will not be considered.
Address: Paikob-e-Naswar, Wazirabad, Kabul, Afghanistan
P.O Box 208, Kabul
Phone: 202-2201750/ 070-288232
E-mail: dacaar@dacaar.org
Post Title: Agronomist
Organization: CHA
Location: Farah
Background:
Coordination of Humanitarian Assistance (CHA) is non-governmental,
non-profitable and non-political Afghan NGO, Working since 1987 mainly in
agriculture, health, education and infrastructure sectore in more vulnerable
areas of the country. Duties & Responsibilities: n/a. Qualifications
required: 1. University degree in Agriculture Faculty.
2. At least 5 years work experience in field.
3. Fluency in speaking writing Dari, Pashto and English languages. Submission
Guideline: Applicants are requested to submit their applications along with
their CVs to CHA main office administration.
CHA Main Office-House No. 2, 3 & 4, Near Poanthoons Last Station, Deh Bori,
Kabul,
Afghanistan
Mobile:
070-291722
E-mail: sayed_abdulvari@hotmail.com
Post Title: Cluster Chief Officer
Organization: SCA
Location: Kunduz
Background:
Swedish Committee for Afghanistan (SCA) Duties & Responsibilities: 1. Keep
update with issues related to SCA.
2. Be sensitive to demands, suggestions and challenges from the Cluster Chief
Officers, and cluster administrators working in the Provincial Health Unit,
health facilities staff and their environment.
3. Develop good co-operation with other units, authorities, institutions and
NGOs.
4. Do related job as delegated by the Health Manager.
Qualifications required: 1. Medical Doctor.
2. A minimum of three years working experience in an NGO.
3. Experience in the health sector, preferably in a health facility is a plus.
4. Fluency in Dari, Pashtu, Knowledge of English is an advantage.
5. Computer knowledge, especially filling systems, knowledge of the “MS Office�
package.
6. Good communication skills.
7. To be an Afghan National. Submission Guideline: The interested candidates
should submit a SCA application form along with their CVs and a copy of their
available academic documents to the HRM Units of the SCA in Kabul or in
Regional Offices in Ghazni, Pul-i-Khumri and Kunduz Provincial Health Unit, Sub
Office in Taloqan and Field Offices in Mazar-e-Sharif, Badakhshan (Faizabad) Maidan
Shar and Jalalabad, Liaison Office in Peshawar. SCA application forms are
available in these offices.
Address: Swedish Committee for Afghanistan. Jalalabad Main
Road, Paktia Kot, after UNO Education
Press, Kabul
Postal Address: P.OBox: 5017 Kabul City Kabul, Afghanistan
Phone: +93- 070-037711, +93-079-387628
E-mail: vacancies.hrm@sca.org.af
Web site: www.swedishcommittee.org
Post Title: Media Assistant
Organization: US Embassy
Location: Kabul
Duration: 3 Months Prob.
Duties
& Responsibilities: The Media Assistant is responsible for daily review of
domestic Afghan print, radio and television press to monitor placement of
Embassy press releases and to select and translate articles of interest for
inclusion in regular media reaction reports to Washington. The Media Assistant
monitors all Afghan news media and prepares regular reports on items of
interest to the Embassy. Retrieves, formats, and distributes the daily
Washington File. Briefs the Ambassador and Deputy Chief of Mission (DCM) daily
on the lead stories.
Note: A copy of the complete position description listing all duties and
responsibilities is posted on the Human Resources Office bulletin board. Please
see the HR staff for a copy.
Qualifications required: 1. Education: Completion of secondary school (high
school) is required.
2. Experience: Two years of progressively responsible experience in
communications, news composition or research, or prior government experience is
required.
3. Language: Level IV (fluent) speaking, reading and writing in English, Dari
and Pashtu is required.
4. Knowledge: Must have a thorough knowledge of Afghan print and broadcast news
media and relevant personalities, as well as a good working knowledge of U.S. political
system, parties, media and policies.
5. Abilities and Skills: Computer proficiency (Word, Word Perfect, Excel, and Pashtu/Dari
Programs) and familiarity with the Internet for data search and retrieval is
required. Must be able to cultivate and maintain working-level press contacts
to facilitate placement.
SELECTION PROCESS:
All applications will be evaluated in accordance with the qualifications
required as stated above and only the most qualified candidates will be
interviewed and tested. It is imperative, and the responsibility of, each
applicant to ensure they meet all qualifications and to appropriately provide
this information in their application. Applicants must be able to obtain a
medical and security clearance. When equally qualified, Appointment Eligible
Family Members (AEFMs) and U.S. Veterans will be given preference.
ADDITIONAL SELECTION CRITERIA:
1. Applicants must be eligible for employment under host government laws and
regulations.
2. All ordinarily resident applicants must be residing in country and have the
required work and/or residency permits to be eligible for consideration.
3. Nepotism, conflict of interest, budget, and residency status will be
considered in determining eligibility.
4. Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply.
5. Applications for this position are to be submitted through your American and
FSN supervisor, if applicable. Submission Guideline: This position is open to
all interested candidates both male and female. Applicants must submit the
following
by the closing date:
1. Optional Application for Federal Employment (OF-612); ensuring
qualifications required are met; or
2. A current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information as
an OF-612; plus
3. Candidates who claim U.S. Veterans preference must provide a copy of their
Form DD-214 with their application.
4. Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards, copies of
degrees earned) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position
as listed above.
SUBMIT APPLICATION TO:
Human Resources Office, U.S. Embassy Kabul, Afghanistan
E-mail: hashimisj@state.gov
Attention: Vacancy Announcement 12-05
Post Title: Training Manager
Organization: Afghan Telecom
Location: Kabul
Background: The Ministry of Communications of the
Islamic Republic of Afghanistan has decided to transfer to a new corporation,
to be established as Afghan Telecom, of all its public and government
telecommunications service activities (and the associated assets and
liabilities). The implementation of this task has been assigned to a Working
Group, which will rely on the services of ad-hoc specialists for the execution
of certain tasks. Duties & Responsibilities: 1. Plans, coordinates and
directs personnel training and staff development programs.
2. Confers with management and supervisory personnel to determine training
needs.
3. Compiles data and analyzes existing training requirements to prepare budgets
and justify funds required.
4. Formulates training strategies/policies and schedules, utilizing knowledge
of identified training needs and company services.
5. Designates training procedures using knowledge of such methods.
6. Designs and conducts non-technical short-term training on project
management/general management/basic supervision/effective
communications/feedback/customer service/leadership/sales techniques/PC and
English language.
7. Updates the employee skills database regularly.
8. Assists the HR Head with conducting screening tests. Interviews and other HR
related issues when required.
9. Attends training courses/workshops with full participation and concentration
to reproduce the content of such training to train other staff in need in the
company.
10. Develop a training resource network with vendors within and outside Afghanistan.
Qualifications required: 1. University education in Business Administration is
preferred.
2. At least 3-5 years of professional experience in management training.
3. Strong communication and organizational skills.
4. Ability to develop clear and comprehensive reports.
5. Strong training skills and ability to develop trainings.
6. Strong time management skills and be multi-task oriented.
7. Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs.
8. Fluency in Dari and Pashto, with high level of proficiency in English
language.
9. Enthusiastic and self-starter. Submission Guideline: Applicants meeting the
above qualifications are requested to submit a cover letter along with their
Curriculum Vitae, photocopies of certificates and name, address and telephone
number of three referees to:
Human Resources Office-Afghan Telecom
Address: Fourth Floor of the Five-Storey Building, Adjucent to Ministry of
Communications Building, Kabul, Afghanistan
Phone: 0093-20-210-37-26
E-mail: hraftel@moc.gov.af
Post Title: Legal Training Specialist
Organization: CCCI
Location: Kabul
Background:
Checchi and Company Consulting, Inc. is looking for applicants for the position
of Legal Training Specialist. This position is part of the Afghanistan Rule of
Law Project funded by USAID.
The Afghanistan Rule of Law Project is focused on providing support to the
justice sector in Afghanistan. Legal Training is a large component of this project
and involves the development and implementation of legal training programs for
Afghan legal professionals such as judges and prosecutors. The Legal Training
Specialist with work closely with the Afghan Supreme Court in developing and
implementing legal training programs. The purpose of this position is to assist
the Legal Training Expert with planning and implementing these training
programs in Kabul and throughout Afghanistan.
Duties & Responsibilities: n/a Qualifications required: 1. A Bachelors
degree in Law-minimum
2. Legal training experience
3. 5 years of legal experience
4. Excellent communication skills
5. Oral and written fluency in English, Dari, and Pashtu.
6. Prior work experience with an international organization is highly desirable
7. Good working knowledge of computers Submission Guideline: Candidates wishing
to apply may send their application and resume in English to:
Address: House No. 959, Street 6, Tiamani, Kabul, Afghanistan
E-mail: admin@afghanistanrolp.org
Please ask for Suhrab Sahar at the gate.
Applications should include:
1. A cover letter indicating the desired position
2. A detailed resume
3. Contact details for three referees
4. Desired salary amount
5. A copy of the applicants University transcript
Post Title: Survey Coordinator
Organization: HNI
Location: Jalalabad + Travels
Duration: 6-8 Weeks
Background: HealthNet Health Care Support Program
(HCSP) will be conducting a survey of its catchment areas to provide baseline
data for programming. The Coordinator will be fully responsible for the
implementation of the survey and will work closely withHNI Medical staff.
Duties & Responsibilities: 1. Develop a full implementation &
methodology plan for the survey. The survey should include population counts,
mapping of HNI catchement areas in Nangarhar i.e. geographical access,
isolation, presence of other health practitioners (informal & formal
sector) & other key determinants.
2. Liase with communities to recruit & select suitable (voluntary)
candidates to carry out the survey field work.
3. Supervise & monitor field work to ensure valid & reliable data
collection.
4. Supervise & monitor data entry by data entry clerks to ensure accuracy
of data entry.
5. Liase with other NGO implementers to gather data on their health
implementation activities.
6. Ensure the survey is completed within the time frame; report setbacks &
provide solutions to overcome them.
7. Provide a good quality final report of the survey that can be use for
programming. Qualifications required: 1. Previous experience in conducting
surveys.
2. Previous NGO experience in community or health programs
3. Education to degree level.
4. Excellent command of Pashto & English.
5. Computer skills (Word & Excel). This will be tested at interview.
6. Strong organizational, coordination, reporting, communication &
supervisory skills.
7. Prepared to work beyond working hours. Submission Guideline: Applicants need
to submit their application letter and resume, addressed to:
Hannah Gibson-Program Manger
Kabul Address: House #1, Street #7, Taimani
Road, Qala-e-Fathullah, Kabul/Afghanistan
Jalalabad Address: Zalal Sarawali, Behind Torkhan Bus Station, Close to Unicef
Office, Jalalabad/Afghanistan
E-mail: pm_hnihcsp@yahoo.com or hni_ja_office@hotmail.com
Post Title: SME Loan Officer
Organization: Micro Finance Bank
Location: Kabul
Duties & Responsibilities: 1. Recruits new
clients.
2. Explains the loan process to potential clients and verifies clients’
eligibility for a loan.
3. Carries out risk assessment by collecting detailed information on each
client through meetings and filed visits (home, business, suppliers, customers,
guarantors, community …) and does loan appraisal (financial analysis,
repayment capacity, duration of loan, collateral, etc).
4. Updates required data in emerge.
5. Prepares loan Appraisal report for loan committee meeting. Collects and/or
fills the documents for guarantees.
6. Presents the loan at the loan committee meeting and informs the client of
the loan committee’s decision.
7. Checks the proper use of the funds disbursed.
8. Monitors the loans including periodical site visits and checks that
repayments are made on schedule.
9. Reports clients to his supervisor when repayments are late and contacts
clients and arranges repayment. Qualifications required: 1. High school education.
2. Good understanding of the business activity, especially in Kabul
3. Ability to communicate and to maintain good relations with the clientele.
4. Good presentation and a courteous attitude.
5. Proactive.
6. At ease with counting and basic financial / accounting issues.
7. Ability to work confidentially.
8. Prior experience in the trade preferred.
9. Reasonable command of spoken and written English, Computing skills, and
demonstrated negotiating and communication skills.
PERSONAL TRAITS: Good understanding of business process; ability to communicate
and to maintain good relation with the clientele; good presentation skills and
excellent courteous attitude; social concern; ability to work in
confidentiality; ability to work in the field and to use a motorbike; at least
30 years of age; and a good and sufficient understanding of the people of the
target community. Submission Guideline: Inserted candidates, who meet the
above-mentioned requirements, are encouraged to submit their update resumes and
a cover letter expressing their candidacy to:
The First Mrcro Finance Bank-Afghanistan
Address: Charahi Ansari, In front of Park Residents Hotel, Share-e-Now, Kabul,
Afghanistan
E-mail: Rahila_fmfb@yahoo.co.uk or mplmarina@hotmail.com , or marina_awcc@yahoo.com
Post Title: Finance Manager
Organization: DCA
Location: Herat
Background:
The Dutch Committee for Afghanistan (DCA) is a Dutch international NGO, working in the animal health sector since 1988. DCA provides animal health assistance to livestock owners and veterinary professionals through training programs and distribution of vaccines, medicines and veterinary equipment.
Currently DCA has donor support for a project with the following goals:
1. Creation of a national network of private veterinary field units (VFUs) capable of providing livestock health services in all districts of Afghanistan.
2. Training of sufficient numbers of paraveterinarians required to staff and service the national network.
3. Creation of a sustainable vaccine, medicine and equipment supply and distribution system throughout Afghanistan.
4. Creation of a livestock health, production and marketing information system.
5. Participation in policy reform efforts relative to veterinary medicine in Afghanistan.
Duties & Responsibilities:
1. Help in writing of cash book and daily vouchers with cashier.
2. Preparing monthly financial reports with invoices to main office.
3. Checking of all bills of procurement and services.
4. Supervising the cahier and controlling the daily cash flow.
5. Monthly reconciliation of cash, bank, advances and suspense accounts.
6. Compliance of organizational financial procedures and completeness of documents.
7. Contribute the regional share in annual and project audits with external auditors.
8. Monthly budget monitoring and follow up of activities.
9. Conducting formal as well as on the job training of the staff.
10. Preparing monthly cash flow and cash forecast to request funds from main office.
11. Any other assignment assigned by DCA management.
Qualifications required:
1. Must be an Afghan and preferably Resident from Hirat as no accommodation is committed.
2. Twelve Class Graduate or equivalent with some additional relevant qualifications.
3. At least 5 years relevant experience in an International NGO.
4. Fluency in English, Dari, Pashto.
5. Demonstrable computer literacy in MS Excel and Words.
Submission Guideline:
Applications should be sent to:
Address: Street No 1, East of Baharistan Park, Kart-e-Parwan, Kabul/Afghanistan
E-mail: dcavacancies@yahoo.com
Post Title: Secretary
Organization: UNMACA
Location: Kabul
Background:
The United Nations Office for the Project Services as major service provider of
project management and implementation of services to the United Nations System
and developing countries seeks qualified candidates for the above position.
Duties & Responsibilities: 1. Maintain the Program Manager (PM) calendar of
activities, arrange appointments, receive visitors, places and screens
telephone calls and answer questions with discretion.
2. If asked attend meetings, takes notes and prepares minutes.
3. Takes and transcribes dictation in English, typing correspondence documents
and reports some of which are confidential. Reviews texts for format, errors in
grammar.
4. Typing and conformance with procedures prior to forwarding for the PM
signature.
5. Receives, screens and routes correspondence, attahces necessary background
information.
6. Dispatches outgoing correspondence of PM as appropriate.
7. Drafts routine correspondence and ensures follow-up. Prepares translation,
if required.
8. Provides secretarial assistance to other administrative units.
9. Maintains general working files.
10. Perform any other duties of temporary or permanent character which the PM
may assign. Qualifications required: 1. University Degree.
2. A minimum of 3 years progressively responsible experience as a Sr.
Secretary.
3. Team player and tactful.
4. Should always have helping attitude.
5. Self-reliant and able to work independently and to a deadline.
6. Must be computer literate.
7. Resourecefulness, initiative, Maturity and good judgement.
8. Fluent in English and local languages, Pashto, Dari, all oral and written.
Submission Guideline: Interested candidates who meet the above-mentioned
criteria must submit their CV or Personal History Form to:
Ahmad Javed
Address: House No. 95, Street Jeem, Charahi Zambaq, Pashto Tolena, Wazir Akbar
Khan, Kabul, Afghanistan
E-mail: ahmad@unmaca.org
Post Title: NSP Gender Officer
Organization: ACTED
Location: Mazar-e-Sharif
Duration: 6 Months
Background:
Organization: ACTED
Program: NSP
First suggested by President Hamed Karzai in an address delivered to donors in Tokyo, Japan, the
National Solidarity Programme is one of the most ambitious development projects
ever to be launched in Afghanistan. With assistance from the World Bank, the project
aims to create a series of freely-elected representative bodies in nearly one
hundred districts across every province in Afghanistan. Essentially, the design of NSP consists of four core
elements:
1. Facilitation at the community level to assist communities in establishing or
strengthening inclusive community institutions, reaching consensus on priorities
and corresponding project activities, developing eligible proposals that comply
with NSP appraisal criteria, and implementing approved project proposals;
2. A system of direct block grant transfers to support the rehabilitation or
development activities planned and implemented by inclusive community
institutions;
3. A series of capacity building activities to enhance the competence of
communities (both men and women) for financial management, procurement,
technical skills, and transparency that demonstrates the value of equitable
collaborative action; and,
4. Activities linking local institutions to agencies with available services
and resources.
A consortium of eighteen implementing partners, working in close cooperation
with government agencies, are helping to empower the representative bodies with
the capacity to design, select and implement development projects to serve
their local communities. As a country-wide undertaking spanning thousands of
villages and incorporating the full-breadth of Afghanistan’s systems of
governance and civil society, the NSP stands to usher in a new era of
self-determination for the country’s war-worn yet resilient communities.
With its vast experience and extensive operations across central and northern Afghanistan,
ACTED serves as a facilitating partner for the NSP and is working to implement
the program across eleven districts in Baghlan, Faryab, Kunduz, Takhar and Badakhshan
provinces. Duties & Responsibilities: 1. Access the key issues affecting
women within the specified NSP provinces and develop methodologies and
strategies with the NSP Gender Team that will enable the NSP to respond
appropriately to those needs;
2. Assist the Gender Development Team in assessing and encouraging change
through the active participation of community members, both men and women;
3. Provide facilitation at the community level to assist communities in
establishing or strengthening women inclusiveness within the Community
Development Councils while reaching consensus on priorities and corresponding
project activities, developing eligible proposals that comply with NSP
appraisal criteria, and implementing approved project proposals;
4. Develop and implement a series of capacity-building activities to enhance
the competence of women within the CDC and communities (i.e. project
identification, proposal writing skills, financial management, procurement,
technical skills, monitoring and evaluation, etc.) with a transparency that
demonstrates the value of equitable collaborative action;
5. Develop strategies for reaching women in communities by organizing and
facilitating meetings, non-formal educational activities, formal trainings and
other creative events for women to encourage their understanding of and
inclusion in the NSP;
6. Provide means for linking NSP CDC’s and communities to agencies with
available services and resources;
7. Facilitate information flow (i.e. newspaper, radio, theater, etc.) between
all NSP communities and NSP FPs with a focus placed on women’s
inclusiveness;
8. Develop and implement methodologies, community assessment tools and surveys
as a means to incorporate a gender inclusive analysis throughout the evaluation
process;
9. Establish and monitor the progress of the NSP projects through site visits
and discussions with beneficiaries, and frequent partner meetings;
10. Identify key gaps regarding appropriate standards of practice within NSP, CDC’s,
etc., and develop strategies and tools as needed to rectify these gaps in order
to provide for inclusion and quality programmes for women;
11. Identify and implement creative solutions to trouble shoot project problems
when necessary;
12. Serve as the focal point and liaison between ACTED and other agencies as
well as local authorities for ACTED NSP gender activities while expanding and
managing relationships with other NGOs, multilateral institutions, academic
institutions focused on gender in contexts of relief and development,
positioning ACTED as a desirable professional partner in the area of gender
inclusive programming;
13. Work closely with the NSP Gender Team in all decision making, to prioritize
responsibilities as well as to prepare work plans, schedules and monthly
reports for all activities in English/Dari and submit them to the NSP Reporting
Officer in a timely manner;
14. Document best practices, lessons learned and proven methodologies to be
published for internal and external audiences, to foster professionalism and
continual learning intended to influence organizational and national policy;
15. Update Gender Team and ACTED senior staff on the status of the programme
and discussions within the community;
16. Travel to the field on a regular basis and working closely with communities
is required. Qualifications required: 1. A minimum of one year experience in
community mobilization;
2. Experience in the design, the implementation and the evaluation of projects;
3. Initiative to assist the team in the gender mainstreaming component
according to the needs of ACTED, NSP and identified partners;
4. Previous gender cross cultural experience with good understanding of gender
issues;
5. Previous experience in capacity building and/or training;
6. Previous experience in or willing to develop monitoring and evaluation skills;
7. Excellent organizational skills;
8. Ability to lead as well as work independently while being a strong team
player;
9. Ability to travel independently with other staff members to rural locations;
10. Ability or willing to learn to write and to speak English;
11. Ability or willing to learn and to utilize Microsoft Word and Excel;
12. Ability to represent ACTED during meetings and site visits among donors,
partners, and other professional organizations. Submission Guideline:
Applicants meeting the above qualifications are requested to submit their
Application forms (available at the reception of ACTED Mazar office) along with
a copy of CV and photocopy of their certificates and diplomas to the following
address.
Mazar main Office:
Kart-e-Shafakhana, In front of UNHCR
Mobile:
070501310
Email: mazar.administration@acted.org
Post Title: Civil Engineer
Organization: OXFAM
Location: Kandahar
Background:
OXFAM has worked in Afghanistan since 1989, opening an office in Afghanistan in
1992. Currently OXFAM works in Hazarajat in the Central Highlands, one of the
poorest parts of the country, Badakhshan in the North and with a public health
project in Kandahar city in the south. Duties & Responsibilities: 1. Making
technical engineering assessments in relation to surveying, designing, cost
estimating, and unskilled labour employment and material (type & quantity)
identification.
2. To work with the supervisors in basic engineering skills linked to the type
of projects OXFAM undertakes & management of community participation.
3. To provide timely workplan for the following and report to Team Leader
accordingly. Qualifications required: 1. Engineering degree or equivalent to
that.
2. At least 2 years relevant working experience.
3. Good technical qualification in civil engineering.
4. Analysing and planning skills.
5. Problem solving and team building skills.
6. Excellent communication and time management skills.
Submission Guideline: Application forms should be collected from and returned
to:
OXFAM HR Department
House No. 398, Street No. 1, Qala-e-Fatullah, Kabul, Afghanistan
E-mail: afghanistnjobs@oxfam.org.uk
Note: Applications of only those who meet majority of required criteria will be
accepted. Please do match your available competencies with the job before you
apply.
Post Title: Financial Analyst
Organization: MSH
Location: Kabul
Background:
The Financial Analyst is responsible for working closely with the Access to
Quality Services and Finance Departments. He/She works closlely with and
provides assistance to the Grants Finance Compliance Officer in examining the
financial management systems of REACH grants. He/she also provides technical
assistance to REACH grantees. He/She works with the REACH Finance Dept. in
filling in for staff members on leave and augmenting the staff at busy times of
the month and year. The Grants Financial Compliance Officer is aware of, and
adheres to, the MSHs Procurement Intergrity (IP) standards in all activities.
Duties & Responsibilities: 1. Review the systems and testing the financial
transactions and documents of Reach grantees.
2. Assist in devising and carrying out training in financial management and
grants compliance for REACH grantees.
3. Learn all aspects of REACH internal financial management systems and serve
as voucher examiner, cashier and junior accountant as assigned from time to
time.
4. Perform other tasks as assigned by the supervisor. Qualifications required:
1. Bachelors Degree or equivalent relevant experience.
2. At least three years experience, working with the international NGOs, perferably
in the field of finance and accounting realated area.
3. Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, attention to details and
ability meet deadlines.
4. Working knowledge computer skills, including MS. Word & MS. Excel.
5. Working oral and written communication skills in English, fluency in Dari
and/or Pashto.
6. Ability to work under pressure in a team-oriented environment. Submission
Guideline: Send Cover Letter and CV to:
M. Enam Raufi, Human Resources Manager
Management Sciences for Health (MSH)
House No. 24, Darulaman Road, Ayub Khan Meina, Near the Ministry of Commerce, Karte-e-Seh,
Kabul,
Afghanistan
Telephone: 079-302988
E-mail: eraufi@msh.org or jobs@msh.org
Post Title: Public Information Officer
Organization: FCCS
Location: Kabul + Travels
Background:
The Foundation for Culture and Civil Society (FCCS) is an Afghan social
organization registered in April 2003. It is directed by a Board of Directors.
Its main objective is to become a focal point for all activities promoting
modern Afghan culture and the strengthening of civil society. It has currently
four fields of action: the Cultural Unit operates a Cultural Centre in Kabul
and actively promotes the development of Afghan arts in Kabul and the rest of
the country; the Civil Society Unit has established a nationwide network of
local organizations and takes part in nationwide campaigns in fields such as
elections monitoring and transitional justice; the research and publications
unit operates a fund to promote free Afghan media in the regions while
supporting research and book-publishing; and the Grants Unit is making small
grants to local organizations.
The Foundation is currently implementing a programme for the European
Commission of 2.3 million Euro, for the implementation of a nation-wide small
grants programme that will last until end 2006. The goal of the programme is to
contribute to the empowerment of civil society in Afghanistan,
leading to an increase in social, artistic and cultural activity and to the
strengthening of local and national governance. This program will be run in a
transparent way by announcing publicly all calls for proposals both in Kabul and in 6
regional centres. Duties & Responsibilities: 1. Assist in planning and
coordinating a diversified outreach strategy to publicize and promote the “Beydari
Melli� program through a variety of media.
2. Plan and implement a separate media strategy for each call for proposals
under the “Beydari Melli� program.
3. Train regional office managers to plan and implement separate media
strategies for each regional call for proposals
4. Supervise the regional office managers’ public information
activities.
5. Create promotional and informational materials on program activities and
accomplishments for publication and broadcast in national and local media.
6. Consult with key program staff to obtain information on program activities
for distribution to media; includes travel to project sites.
7. Represent the program to local and national media and promote positive
public relations and information services regarding program activities.
8. Arrange and conduct media events to create public awareness about the
program.
9. Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with national and local
media, including radio, television, magazines, and newspapers.
10. Other activities as required by the Project Director. Qualifications
required: 1. Advanced degree in journalism or related field.
2. Minimum of 3 years experience in communications, journalism, public
relations, or related field.
3. Excellent communication skills in Dari and Pashto.
4. Good, working knowledge of English.
5. Knowledge of/interest in civil society and/or cultural issues.
6. Ability to work as a part of a team. Submission Guideline: Interested
candidates should submit a cover letter and resume (in English) to:
Ms. Sahar Muradi
Address: Salang Watt 869, Kabul, Afghanistan
P.O. Box 5996, Kabul General Post Office
E-mail: ecg@afghanfccs.org
Post Title: Team Leader
Organization: OXFAM
Location: Kandahar
Background:
OXFAM has worked in Afghanistan since 1989, opening an office in Afghanistan in
1992. Currently OXFAM works in Hazarajat in the Central Highlands, one of the
poorest parts of the country, Badakhshan in the North and with a public health
project in Kandahar city in the south. Duties & Responsibilities: 1. To
be responsible for implementation of OXFAMs Social Organizing program in Kandahar
within agreed OXFAMs framework.
2. To provide accurate information on project activities for assessment,
monitoring, and evaluation.
3. Conducting meetings with community authorities for planning future programs
with cooperation of social organizers and communities.
4. To assist in preparation of new project proposals where necessary.
5. To be responsible for day to day performance of Social Organizer team.
Role Profile:
The Team Leader performance managers the Social Organizers program
implementation team, ensuring that OXFAM in Kandahar delivers on its commitments to donors and
beneficiaries, and ensure that OXFAM has the maximum impact possible on needs
of the targeted villages communities in Kandahar. The postholder will be one of the members of SMT in
OXFAM Kandahar. Qualifications required: 1. University degree in social
community development.
2. At least 3 years experience in program delivery and implementation.
3. Strong training, management and communication skills.
4. Fluent in written and spoken English plus fluency Pashto/Dari.
5. Well developed interpersonal and team building skills. Submission Guideline:
Application forms should be collected from and returned to:
OXFAM HR Department
House No. 398, Street No. 1, Qala-e-Fatullah, Kabul, Afghanistan
E-mail: afghanistnjobs@oxfam.org.uk
Note: Applications of only those who meet majority of required criteria will be
accepted. Please do match your available competencies with the job before you
apply.
Post Title: Program Manager
Organization: GHRSO
Location: Kabul
Background: GHRSO is a non-government organization,
which was established in the year 2003 to rehabilitate and develop Afghan women
skills in the areas of administration, civil, education, social and economic by
conducting workshop seminars and vocational trainings. Besides, its aim was to
regulate and establish contacts with governmental and non-governmental
organizations and create income generation centers for widows and poor women.
Since there was less attention to the needs and problems of Afghanistan
people especially women by organization and government sector, Therefore, GHRSO
having vocational ability in conducting trainings in different areas wants to
respond to these needs. Duties & Responsibilities: 1. Act as leader for
master trainers in all aspects of the work including the identification of
training opportunity, material development, acting as advisor to master
trainers in Kabul and other provinces.
2. Lead the master trainer in assessing the professional development needs of teahcer
trainers and appropriate professional develoment activities.
3. Monitor and evaluate learners and trainers progress.
4. In close coordination with education staff, identify and respond to
technical problems and crises in area of expertise.
5. Develop appropriate training curricula and materials in keeping with GHRSO
education principles and approaches in contribution with Education Acting
Specialist, Coordinator and Managers.
6. Foster a positive and productive professional work environment.
7. In close coordination with relevant education staff, conduct technical
assessments (including teacher screening) and prepare timely assessment reports
to guide the implementation of project activities, as appropriate.
8. Provide timely reports following training and assessments.
9. Coordinate with authorities and NGO officials in similar positions, develop
and maintain those relationships.
10. Coordinate with all education staff as necessary to ensure effective and
appropriate training curricula.
11. Coordinate with GHRSO when appropriate.
12. Attend and participate in training identified/organized by oneself.
13. Follow any new procedures and guidelines designed in circulars from Country
Director.
14. To report any violations of the GHRSO Sexual Abuse and Exploitation Code of
Conduct. The Reporting of violations is an obligation on the part of all staff
members.
15. To assist where necessary in undertaking activities that aim to prevent the
occurrence of sexual abuse and exploitation of beneficiaries GHRSO and other
humanitarian workers.
16. Any other duties as assigned by the Country Director. Qualifications
required: 1. Excellent trainings skills.
2. Teaching experience.
3. Excellent planning skills.
4. Excellent communication skills.
5. Curriculum Development skills and experience.
6. University degree in education.
7. Solid understanding of child development and child-centered learning.
8. Minimum of 2-5 years of experience.
9. Ability to travel to field offices on accasion. Submission Guideline: Please
send your CV and copy of your documents to:
Address: GHRSO-Office, Street No. 12 (paikob-e-naswar), Qala-e-Fatullah , Kabul, Afghanistan
E-mail: ghrso@yahoo.com or ghrso@hotmail.com
Phone: 079-216384
GPO Box No. 69, Kabul, Afghanistan
Post Title: Educationalist
Organization: OXFAM
Location: Hazarajat
Background:
OXFAM has worked in Afghanistan since 1989, opening an office in Afghanistan in
1992. Currently OXFAM works in Hazarajat in the Central Highlands, one of the
poorest parts of the country, Badakhshan in the North and with a public health
project in Kandahar city in the south. Duties & Responsibilities: 1. To
establish and support teahcers committees in all school over the district.
2. To organize and monitor winter school and to ensure equal opportunity for
girls and boys in the school.
3. To be responsible for providing of accurate information on education sector
for assessment, monitoring and evaluation in simple written report.
4. To provide teacher training through master teachers from school teachers.
Role Profile:
To supply specialist knowledge in the Education sector supporting all Education
program activities for the Hazarajat program. The postholder will work closely
with the team in relation to basic education in the area of OXFAMs work in Hazarajat.
The educationalist will also take on some of the social organizer
responsibilities and commitments in Hazarajat. Qualifications required: 1. At
least 3 years experience in education sector.
2. Training and communication skills.
3. Time management skills.
4. Fluent in written and spoken Dari.
5. Understanding of development work and program implementation.
6. Well developed interpersonal and team building skills. Submission Guideline:
Application forms should be collected from and returned to:
OXFAM HR Department
House No. 398, Street No. 1, Qala-e-Fatullah, Kabul, Afghanistan
E-mail: afghanistanjobs@oxfam.org.uk
Note: Applications of only those who meet majority of required criteria will be
accepted. Please do match your available competencies with the job before you
apply.
Post Title: Radio Network Liaison Manager
Organization: INTERNEWS Afghanistan
Location: Kabul
Background:
Internews is a media NGO, working in Afghanistan since February 2002. We have launched a transitional
media development program designed to ensure that local, professional media
takes root in post-war Afghanistan. The core component of this project is to set up
30-35 radio stations around Afghanistan and build a network of independent programming for
those stations. Duties & Responsibilities: 1. Overall management of the
performance based funding for the stations in consultation with the Country
Director.
2. Maintaining and updating the database of existing partner stations.
3. Liaising weekly with existing partner stations to identify technical
problems and facilitating IT and Radio Department solutions to problems where
possible.
4. Supporting the development of 29 Radio stations in the areas of both
journalism quality and management
5. Monitoring and evaluating partner station activity in accordance with Internews
guidelines and MOU's
6. Updating MOU's with partner stations in line with performance assessment.
7. Set up a reporting system for the stations to report back to Internews on
their activities.
8. Support Nai in media and broadcast law advocacy work with the central
government as well as local governors.
9. Support journalists in training needs assessments and curriculum development
for training as required.
10. Public relations and press release writing.
11. Liaison with SALAAM WATANDAR and NAI in developing cooperative working
relations to develop the media.
12. Support the Country Director in reporting, submission writing and general
liaison with Donors in English.
13. Submission of monthly reports in English on Internews program progress.
14. Carry out duties as and when they are required for the implementation of Internews
media development program in line with our donor guidelines.
15. Carry out other tasks as may be assigned by the Country Director.
Qualifications required: 1. Bachelor Degree, including good written and spoken
English.
2. A first degree although not essential maybe useful to attract the
appropriate calibre of staff in office.
3. A basic knowledge of INTERNEWS structure, objectives, organizations,
management, contacts and working methods.
4. A basic understanding of INTERNEWS policy.
5. Good interpersonal and excellent organizational skills.
6. Goor oral and written communication skills.
7. The ability to use own initiative.
8. Common sense and act quickly on issues.
9. At least two years experience in managing people.
10. Possess strong leadership skills.
11. Excellent communication skills in Dari/Farsi, Pashto and English.
12. Ability to work without supervision.
13. Possess organizational skills and ability to prioritize work-load and meet
deadlines.
14. Ability to think strategically and solve problems.
15. Possession of sound academic qualifications. Submission Guideline: Interested
applicants should submit their applications along with their CVs to:
Address: Next to Haji Mir Ahmad Mosque, Baharistan, Karte-e-Parwan, Kabul, Afghanistan
E-mail: namatullah.shinwari@internews.org
Post Title: Dari Translator
Organization: CiC
Location: Kabul
Background:
Children in Crisis (CiC) is a UK NGO, based in Kabul. CiC is working on a
3-year USAID-funded Accelerated Learning Programme to improve access to basic
education nationwide. CiC is responsible for developing and delivering Accelerated
Learning courses to trainers from our partner agencies to improve the quality
of and access to primary education for out-of-school students, especially
girls, in rural areas. Duties & Responsibilities: 1. Act as interpreter for
expatriate staff with their Dari interactions with staff in the training centre
and CiC office and with partner organisations.
2. Translate training sessions and materials and education reports/evaluations
into English/Dari.
3. Support education staff in preparing reports, requests and evaluations in
English.
4. Provide English/Dari interpretation at meetings and as required record and
translate the minutes
5. Maintain accurate and organized files on translated activities, reports.
6. Assist in the production of education materials on the computer in English
and Dari. Qualifications required: 1. Mother tongue Dari with Grade 12 level
reading/writing Dari skills. Graduate preferred.
2. Good Dari grammar
3. Fluent in English – reading, writing and speaking
4. Ability to work independently and also be a team player
5. Good communication skills.
6. Creative, resourceful, open-minded, flexible and keen to learn.
7. Computer and typing skills
8. Good Pashto an advantage. Submission Guideline: Interested applicants please
submit their applications along with their CVs to:
Address: Training Centre, House next to the British Cemetery, End of Charrahi Shaheed
Road, Qala-e-Musa, Kabul, Afghanistan
Mobile: 079302901/ 070223266
E-mail: admincic@neda.af
Post Title: Project Manager for Women Section
Organization: BDA
Location: Kabul
Background:
Bakhtar Development Agency (BDA) is a non-governmental, non-political, nont-partisan
Afghan NGO, which extends relief and rehabilitation assitance to those in
needs.
Duties & Responsibilities: n/a. Qualifications required: 1. BA/B.Sc in
Education, Management or related development field.
2. Good Knowledge in spoken and written English.
3. At least three years experience with National & International
Organizations.
4. Well experienced in project planning, management, administration and
supervision.
5. Ability to plan, organize and carry out activities with limited supervision
from supervisors.
6. Good understanding of development issues, particularly community
mobilization.
7. Skills in problem analyses analytical thinking and staff development.
8. Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills. Submission Guideline:
Interested candidates should send their applications, resumes and references
to:
BDA Main Office: Share-e-Now, Turabaz Khan Square, Beside Faryab Market Refah Qudrat
Construction Co. LTD, Kabul
P.O Box No. 16039, Kabul, Afghanistan
Mobile: 079-190572/ 070-073000/ 079-355628
E-mail: bda_org@yahoo.com or bda_org@hotmail.com
Note: Only short listed candidates should be called for interviews and the
interview date and place will be determined and announced very close to the
expiration of the deadline for applications.
Post Title: Secretary Health Unit
Organization: US Embassy
Location: Kabul
Duration: 3 Months Prob.
Duties
& Responsibilities: The incumbent provides administrative support to the
Kabul Embassy Health Unit. Provides support services to Post Medical Officer
and locally employed Physician. Maintains Health Unit administrative files. Maintains
inventory of medications, medical supplies and equipment for Health Unit and
alternate Health Unit sites. Prepares annual medical inventory report for the
General Services Office and Management Office. Works with procurement office
for the Health Unit needs. Determines when replacement stock is needed.
Note: A copy of the complete position description listing all duties and
responsibilities is posted on the Human Resources Office bulletin board. Please
see the HR staff for a copy.
Qualifications required: 1. Education: Completion of secondary school is
required. Two years of post-management education is desired.
2. Experience: Two years of progressively administrative responsible experience
is required. Healthcare administration experience is desired.
3. Language: Level III English ability reading/writing (Good working knowledge)
is required. Fluent reading/writing in Dari and Pushto is required.
4. Knowledge: Must be knowledgeable of Microsoft Office Computer applications
including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Publisher. Knowledge of medical supplies
and equipment for an ambulatory care clinic is desired.
5. Abilities and Skills: Level II typing (40 wpm) skills required. Must be able
to perform basic Microsoft Office applications on the computer.
SELECTION PROCESS:
All applications will be evaluated in accordance with the qualifications
required as stated above and only qualified candidates will be interviewed and
tested. It is imperative, and the responsibility of, each applicant to ensure
they meet the minimum qualifications and to appropriately provide this
information in their application. Applicants must be able to obtain a medical
and security clearance. When equally qualified, Appointment Eligible Family
Members (AEFMs) and U.S. Veterans will be given preference.
ADDITIONAL SELECTION CRITERIA:
1. Applicants must be eligible for employment under host government laws and
regulations.
2. All ordinarily resident applicants must be residing in country and have the
required work and/or residency permits to be eligible for consideration.
3. Nepotism, conflict of interest, budget, and residency status will be
considered in determining eligibility.
4. Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply.
5. Applications for this position are to be submitted through your American and
FSN supervisor, if applicable. Submission Guideline: TO APPLY:
This position is open to all interested candidates. Applicants must submit the
following by the closing date:
1. Application for U.S. Federal Employment (SF-171) or Optional Application for
Federal Employment (OF-612); ensuring qualifications required are met; or
2. A current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information as
an OF-612; plus
3. Candidates who claim U.S. Veterans preference must provide a copy of their
Form DD-214 with their application.
4. Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards, copies of
degrees earned) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position
as listed above.
SUBMIT APPLICATION TO:
Human Resources Office, U.S. Embassy Kabul, Afghanistan
E-mail: hashimisj@state.gov
Attention: Vacancy Announcement 13-05
Post Title: Female Community Trainer
Organization: ACTED
Location: Faryab & Baghlan
Background: Organization: ACTED
Program: NSP
The National Solidarity Program is a development program which aims at
empowering communities to develop and build their capacity to plan, manage,
finance and monitor their own developments projects.
The projects will lay the foundation for long-term governance and rebuild the
social capital and leadership within villages and neighborhood of Afghanistan.
Duties & Responsibilities: 1. Setting up a separate election for women.
2. Setting up a separate CDC for women, or setting up a women’s committee
which will empower women to have equal participation in the project cycle;
3. Holding regular and frequent meetings with the women of the village in
clusters;
4. Identifying key women who will work with their husbands to obtain regular
updates and then pass these on to the other women.
5. Mobilizing all community members, rich and poor, literate and illiterate,
men and women, children and adults, of all ethnic groups, to gather and sponsor
a democratic and secret ballot election on the basis of clusters to elect their
leaders for a Community Development Council (CDC);
6. To train communities to identify problems and solutions in a participatory
way with the involvement of all people in the village, and to teach the CDC to
formulate them as a Community Development Plan (CDP);
7. To train the CDC to write one or more sub-project proposals (SPPs) according
to the norms set out in the OM, and to ensure that the CDC has the skills and
knowledge to do this in a participatory way, and to ensure that each SPP is
understood by all CDC members and community members;
8. To facilitate the submission and approval of SPPs to the local RRD, and to
ensure that the CDC and community understands this process and is involved;
9. To teach the community the basic principles of project implementation
including, but not limited to: transparency, accounting, procurement,
monitoring and evaluation, quality control, management, etc. in accordance with
the norms set out in the OM.
10. Ensure that all activities in the implementation phase of sub-projects are
carried out in a transparent and participatory way through regular and frequent
meetings with cluster groups in the village;
11. Work with the female CT to ensure that women in the village either go
through a parallel process with equal access to funds, or have a special
committee which will empower them to participate in the process with men on
equal (but special) terms. Qualifications required: 1. A university degree in
Social Sciences, Economics or related field ;
2. A minimum of 3 years experience working in a similar position;
3. Fluency in English and Dari.
4. Solid knowledge of MS Word and Excel;
5. Good organizational and communication skills;
6. Ability and willingness to travel with other staff members to rural
locations.
Special Requirements:
Failure to meet any of the special requirements will be considered grounds for
immediate dismissal.
1. Absolute IMPARTIALITY as regards age, ethnic group, sex, tribe, area of
origin or religion: the ability to work with all people, including foreigners
and all groups of Afghanistan, in a polite, kind, diplomatic and understanding
way that facilitates openness and solidarity.
2. No political or military connections of any kind should be held at present
(personal preference for national candidates in elections is not considered a “connection�
but must be kept private during and after working hours); all past political
and / or military connections must be disavowed in the interest of solidarity
and a unified team working towards one goal through the NSP.
3. No close family relations with other staff, except that of husband to wife
and vice-versa. “Close family relations� are defined in the
administration guidelines of ACTED Afghanistan. All family relations must be openly declared and
approved before hiring or renewing of contract. Some special cases may be
considered, but keeping relations secret is grounds for dismissal.
4. CTs are representatives of a national government program and ACTED, and must
uphold the strictest social norms in front of the community and in public. This
includes appropriate dress, speech, and behavior.
5. Women CTs must be able to travel and to take the lead in women’s
activities. Submission Guideline: Applicants meeting the above qualifications
are requested to submit their Application forms (available at the reception of
ACTED Mazar office) along with a copy of CV and photocopy of their certificates
and diplomas to the following address.
Mazar main Office:
Kart-e-Shafakhana, In front of UNHCR
Mobile:
070501310
Email: mazar.administration@acted.org
Post Title: Finance/Administrative Ast.
Organization: OXFAM
Location: Kandahar
Background:
OXFAM has worked in Afghanistan since 1989, opening an office in Afghanistan in
1992. Currently OXFAM works in Hazarajat in the Central Highlands, one of the
poorest parts of the country, Badakhshan in the North and with a public health
project in Kandahar city in the south. Duties & Responsibilities: 1. To
be responsible for coordination of communication between offices and team
members, maintain and facilitate use of communications equipment.
2. To work with Fanance Admin Officer on all matters relating to Administration
of Kandahar Office.
3. To be responsible of performance management of ancillary staff, including
setting of objectives and performance review.
4. To provide general administration to the program including minting of
management meetings and establishment of an effective filling system.
Qualifications required: 1. Good verbal and written communication and English
plus computer.
2. Work accurate with attention to details.
3. Time management skills.
4. Fluent in written and spoken Pashto/ Dari.
5. Well developed interpersonal and team building skills. Submission Guideline:
Application forms should be collected from and returned to:
OXFAM HR Department
House No. 398, Street No. 1, Qala-e-Fatullah, Kabul, Afghanistan
E-mail: afghanistnjobs@oxfam.org.uk
Note: Applications of only those who meet majority of required criteria will be
accepted. Please do match your available competencies with the job before you
apply.
Post Title: Finance Officer
Organization: DACAAR
Location: Kabul
Duties & Responsibilities: Budget:
1. Coordinate with programme and units to produce yearly-planned budget and
make sure budget entry into the system in timely manner.
2. Prepare section wise breakdown of secured budget for contracts.
3. Monitor section and units actual expenditure and report to section head any
deviation from planned and secured budgets.
Reports:
1. Prepare section quarterly reports, yearly reporting plan to management and
donors, and financial report for donor with the help of finance assistants and
incorporate changes proposed by relevant sections.
Contract Management:
1. Check and make sure with programme and sections that requirements are
fulfilled.
2. Keep track of records for vehicles and non-expendables under each contract.
3. Keep informed relevant sections about contract rules and obligations.
Audit:
1. Present the required documents to internal and external audits whenever
needed.
Account:
1. Keep track of installments received from donors.
2. Help account section in physical stock taking.
3. Check that bookkeeping of the actual expenditures are booked correctly in
the system. Qualifications required: 1. University degree in relevant subject
or other relevant education.
2. Having experience in finance and accounting.
3. Dari/Pashto and English.
4. Other qualification an advantage: Excellent computer skills.
5. An open proactive person, ability to work both individually and as a team
member. Submission Guideline: Please obtain DACAAR job application forms from
DACAAR Offices during working hours, attach two updated photos and submit to
any DACAAR Office at your convenience. Forms should be completed in all
respects. Incomplete forms will not be considered.
Address: Paikob-e-Naswar, Wazirabad, Kabul, Afghanistan
P.O Box 208, Kabul
Phone: 202-2201750/ 070-288232
E-mail: dacaar@dacaar.org
Post Title: Finance Assistant
Organization: DACAAR
Location: Kabul
Duties & Responsibilities: 1. Scrutinize contracts
proposals before sent for signature by the management.
2. Enter approved contracts into navison contract management system.
3. Follow up on contracts outputs in relation to budgeted and actual
expenditures.
4. Report to head of finance section whenever there is an indication that a
contract will excess the budget limits.
5. Reporting on funds due for installment from donor.
6. Compilation of financial reports to management and donors. Qualifications
required: 1. University degree in relevant subject or other relevant education.
2. Having experience in finance and accounting.
3. Other qualifications and advantage: Excellent computer skills.
4. Languages: Dari/Pashto and English.
5. Personal qualification: An open and proactive person, ability to work both
individually and as a team member. Submission Guideline: Please obtain DACAAR
job application forms from DACAAR Offices during working hours, attach two
updated photos and submit to any DACAAR Office at your convenience. Forms
should be completed in all respects. Incomplete forms will not be considered.
Address: Paikob-e-Naswar, Wazirabad, Kabul, Afghanistan
P.O Box 208, Kabul
Phone: 202-2201750/ 070-288232
E-mail: dacaar@dacaar.org
Post Title: Social Organizer
Organization: DACAAR
Location: Field Management Office
Duties & Responsibilities: 1. The social organiser
will establish village level community organisation, which will take
responsibilities, make decisions and be the partners to DACAAR in all
interventions.
2. The social organiser should disseminate the objectives of the projects
different interventions to village organisation.
3. The social organiser will arrange meetings, appointments, in regard to field
days and training of farmers.
4. Complete the village profile in collaboration with field project office
(FPO) in charge.
5. Should understand the importance of sustainability and promote its concept
among the beneficiaries through dissemination, mobilisation and active
participation of community in the project interventions.
6. The social organiser should facilitate the work of the project staff through
dissemination of the project objectives.
7. Help project officers and technical staff in community awareness raising
regarding the importance of range land management and the problems of erosion
because of over-gazing, uprooting bushes and rain fed cultivation on the hill
sides
8. Prepare monthly progress report to the project in charge officer.
Qualifications required: 1. Education: B.S. Science or higher.
2. Experience: Three years.
3. Other qualification an advantage: Good computer skills.
4. Languages: Dari/Pashto and English.
5. Personal qualification: Hardworking, reliable, honest and responsible.
Submission Guideline: Please obtain DACAAR job application forms from DACAAR
Offices during working hours, attach two updated photos and submit to any
DACAAR Office at your convenience. Forms should be completed in all respects.
Incomplete forms will not be considered.
Address: Paikob-e-Naswar, Wazirabad, Kabul, Afghanistan
P.O Box 208, Kabul
Phone: 202-2201750/ 070-288232
E-mail: dacaar@dacaar.org
Post Title: Female Social Organizer
Organization: OXFAM
Location: Kandahar
Background:
OXFAM has worked in Afghanistan since 1989, opening an office in Afghanistan in
1992. Currently OXFAM works in Hazarajat in the Central Highlands, one of the
poorest parts of the country, Badakhshan in the North and with a public health
project in Kandahar city in the south. Duties & Responsibilities: 1.
Meeting with the villagers and holding discussion about the problems they face
and discussing possible solution.
2. To work with the villagers to ensure that all OXFAMs projects are responding
to identified needs and have the full participation of the community.
3. To provide accurate information on project activities for assessment,
monitoring, and evaluation in simple written report.
4. To work with the other OXFAM team members particularly the health workers
and Engineers.
Role Profile:
The postholder will establish contact with rural communities & train
community workers in convening, planning, running household & small group
meeting in order to analyse community problems & for generating demand for
a large community gathering. Qualifications required: 1. At least 2 years
working experience in the same field preferably with INGOs.
2. Takes responsibility for own work and delegated project/processes.
3. Excellent communication skills to build relationships with key externals.
4. Good interpersonal and team building skills.
5. Excellent communication and time management skills. Submission Guideline:
Application forms should be collected from and returned to:
OXFAM HR Department
House No. 398, Street No. 1, Qala-e-Fatullah, Kabul, Afghanistan
E-mail: afghanistnjobs@oxfam.org.uk
Note: Applications of only those who meet majority of required criteria will be
accepted. Please do match your available competencies with the job before you
apply.
Fundraising Officer (Development) 
FUNDRAISING OFFICER - KABUL, AFGHANISTAN
Objectives and responsibilities:
The Fundraising Officer takes part in all financial development initiatives for
Aina, both internal and external. He or she participates in the weekly
Executive Committee meetings and reports to the Head of Development.
Main tasks:
- Identifying and assessing potential projects for development in coordination
with the operational departments (radio, print media, video, regional centers)
- Raising funds for activities by producing or monitoring quality proposals,
and managing our relationships with donors and customers (international
institutions, private organizations, media players)
- Responsible for interim and final reports to clients and donors, including
quality, accuracy and meeting deadlines for the reports.
- Contributing to the update of Aina’s country strategy, by analyzing its
environment and internal capabilities on a regular basis.
Comment:
Aina will provide housing, food, transportation and insurance to the employee
while in Kabul, as well as a monthly transfer of €950 in addition to
a monthly living allowance of US$200.
Additional Qualifications:
Necessary skills:
- Production and submission of proposals, ability to meet deadlines and cope
under pressure;
- Interpersonal skills, ability to converse with middle and senior level
management;
- Team spirit, ability to rally people;
- English mother tongue
Additional, but not necessary skills:
- Experience in commercial activities in a project based organization;
- Knowledge of the media sector;
- Experience working with not-for-profit organizations advantageous (enthusiasm
for this sector is an absolute must !);
- Experience in Afghanistan and knowledge of Dari and/or Pashto would be an
asset.
How to Apply:
Please send a resume and cover letter to:
Mike McGuire
hr@ainaworld.org
Financial Controller
FINANCIAL CONTROLLER - KABUL, AFGHANISTAN
Objectives and responsibilities:
Supervise all financial and accounting teams and tasks in Afghanistan;
participate in the Executive Committee meetings.
Main tasks:
1/ Team Management
Manage a financial team of 5 employees; Evaluate and approve the monthly
evaluations of the local team; Train the different teams to elaborate budgets
and report to the donors
2/ Budgets
Elaborate intermediary and final financial reports to the donors; Approve the
budgets made by the Heads of Department for the donors or any other contract;
Follow-up of the actual expenses in comparison to the budgets; Improve the
existing processes and procedures
3/ Accounts
Approve and review monthly / annual accounts; Responsible for cash management
in Aina Afghanistan, and cash forecasts sent to HQ
4/ Procedures
Responsible for the application of all financial and accounting procedures,
particularly in the framework of expense authorization for which you are
decision-maker; Responsible for the implementation of the financial software in
Afghanistan
5/ Other
Main contact to the donors for any financial subject; Decision-maker for any
local financial aspect, in compliance with Aina’s procedures
Comment:
Aina will provide housing, food, transportation and insurance to the employee
while in Kabul, as well as a monthly transfer of €1050 in addition to a monthly
living allowance of US$200.
Additional Qualifications:
Necessary skills:
- Strong experience in financial management
- Capacity to work fluently in English
Additional, but not necessary skills:
- Knowledge / experience in development projects
- Experience in professional training
- Knowledge of Dari or Pashtu languages an asset
How to Apply:
Please send a resume and cover letter to:
Mike McGuire
hr@ainaworld.org
Reporting Officer Intern (Mazar-e-Sharif)
Contract duration: 6 months
Starting date: Immediate
I. Background:
ACTED has been working in Central Asia since 1993. In Afghanistan, we are currently implementing relief programs (Food,
IdPs and returnees support, vulnerability reduction, Infrastructure
rehabilitation, Shelter, Social). Our action has been reinforced on the field
since the beginning of the crisis. We are now entering a phase of
rehabilitation and reconstruction in four areas (North East, Baghlan, Kabul, Faryab).
The project aims to enhance food security and income of the rural population
living in the Shamali Plains by rehabilitating and improving infrastructure and
rebuilding the agricultural production and market systems, through the
introduction of applied technology and skills to boost economic growth. The
project also aims to boost income-generating activities for women, through the
development of innovative low-tech facilities.
II. Post Profile:
Under the supervision of the Head of Department, the reporting officer will:
• Collect and synthesize data from the field on RAMP program,
• Write narrative and financial reports in coordination with the Program
Manager and the coordinators
• Participate to the realisation of socio-economic surveys and of proposals
• Attend coordination and information meetings with other NGOs
III. Conditions:
Per diem, medical cover, repatriation grant, food, housing and transportation
ensured by ACTED.
Additional Qualifications:
• Postgraduate diploma in journalism, International Relations and relevant
reporting work experience.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English
• Writing abilities
• Skills in political sciences or international relations
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure
• Previous experience in the humanitarian field, with a good knowledge of
donors.
insurance + accident + care in France ensured by ACTED.
How to Apply:
To apply send CV + cover letter and a writing sample to Patricia d’Erneville at
jobs@acted.org
Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist- Afghanistan
Organization: International Rescue Committee
Contact Information :
Email: nicoleb@theirc.org
RESPONSIBILITIES: Build national M&E capacity by identifying skills needed to achieve program M&E objectives and developing and implementing time-delineated training plan. Ensure skills utilized in M&E Specialist job performance are transferred to counterpart; Advise senior management on development, implementation, and coordination of a flexible, efficient M&E system that effectively and innovatively measures progress; Facilitate development and maintenance of data bases and related procedures and tools; Contribute to developing and refining performance indicators to ensure that they are objective, practical, specific, creative, and cost-effective; Assist M&E staff with understanding and use of M&E tools through training and supervisory assistance; Facilitate active involvement of staff and institutional and community partners in M&E process; In consultation with senior management, continuously review and adapt system, procedures, and tools to ensure maximum contribution to high-quality strategic planning and management; Coordinate/assist documentation of best practices and success stories; Guide compilation of periodic reports, including monthly and quarterly progress reports; Coordinate special studies as needed; In consultation with and through the national counterpart, closely coordinate with the donor and other NSP Facilitating Partners to ensure consistent and effective measurement and presentation of results; Foster a productive and positive M&E environment based on sharing and learning within IRC and between IRC and other NSP Facilitating Partners. REQUIREMENTS: Advanced degree with 5+ years'' international development experience, including 3+ years'' field-based experience with data collection, management, analysis, and presentation, preferably in Asia. Ability to work in close partnership with national management facilitating capacity development, combined with willingness and ability to provide hands-on assistance; Proficiency in relevant software applications; Demonstrated capacity to develop and oversee information management system for large-scale program; Demonstrated mastery of qualitative and quantitative research methods; Creative ability to transform complex concepts into practical, user-friendly procedures and tools. Superior analytical, presentation, communication, and reporting skills; Good training-of-trainer and interpersonal skills; Competency in participatory methodologies; Positive attitude in managing professional challenges in demanding post-conflict environment.
RBH Program Manager
Organization: International Medical Corps
Contact Information :
Email: imc@imcworldwide.org
Position: RBH Program Manager
Location: Kabul, Afghanistan
Supervisor: Country Director
Summary:
Victims of decades of political strife, mothers and babies endured a rate of
maternal and infant mortality among the highest in the world; almost one in ten
Afghan women will die in childbirth during her childbearing years, while one
child in four does not live to see his/her fifth birthday. DHHS, CDC and IMC is
helping to renovate Rabia Balkhi Hospital (a large maternity hospital in
downtown Kabul), and start a training program to help Afghan healthcare professionals
update their medical skills, as well as creating a residency training program
in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Position:
The primary role of the RBH Program Manager is to coordinate activities within
the Rabia Balkhi Hospital with DHHS, CDC, IMC-HQ, and consultants.
Essential Responsibilities and Duties:
--Provide program coordination, support and instructional guidance to DHHS
consultants and IMC national staff involved in the RBH training program.
--Manage program budget, approve expenditures and coordinate with finance
department to monitor spending and file monthly financial reports.
--Create and maintain records for project donor(s), proposal(s), grant(s) and
reports. Assist the national staff project officer in supervising IMC staff assigned
to this project.
--Maintain regular contact with national staff project officer responsible for
coordinating support services to consultants and/or renovation efforts at the
hospital.
--Cooperate and coordinate with IMC’s support departments to help ensure
effective program implementation and smooth working relations.
--Attend meetings related to RBH project with RBH Administration, with MoH and
with other NGOs to ensure coordinated program activities, prevent duplication
of efforts, and keep abreast of program and funding opportunities.
--Submit timely and accurate weekly, monthly and quarterly reports as required.
File copies of program description and weekly reports with Communications
Office.
--Assist Senior Staff as appropriate. Perform other duties as assigned. The
duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and
levels of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive
Education and/or Experience Requirements:
--Five years of successful program/project administration and budget management
experience.
--Post-bachelor’s degree in Education and/or Health Administration
--Native-language fluency in business-level English in both oral and written
forms
--Good communication skills
--Demonstrated success in managing multiple instructional and administrative
staff members
--Demonstrated skills in report and proposal writing
Please apply online at www.imcworldwide.org.
Certified Nurse-Midwife
Organization: International Medical Corps
Contact Information :
Email: imc@imcworldwide.org
Position: Certified Nurse-Midwife
Location: Kabul, Afghanistan
Since May 2003, International Medical Corps (IMC) has supported a rotating
faculty consisting of volunteer Western-trained Obstetrician-Gynecologists,
Pediatricians, Anesthesiologist/ Nurse Anesthetists, Family Practitioners,
Certified Nurse-Midwives, Nurse Practitioners, and Hospital Administrators who
have been teaching in the Refresher Training program at Rabia Balkhi Hospital in Kabul, Afghanistan.
Rabia Balkhi Hospital (RBH), like most of healthcare clinics and hospitals in Afghanistan,
is struggling with basic facility and human resource challenges that exceed
those experienced in most other developing countries. Healthcare professionals
and support staff at RBH are working to provide quality services in an
environment left neglected during years of political upheaval and oppression.
As a result, fundamental outpatient and in-patient services needed to provide
timely and accurate assessment and treatment of patients are frequently absent
or in need of major improvement.
International Medical Corps (IMC) has entered into a cooperative agreement with
United States Department of Health and Human Services and the Ministry of
Health of the Islamic State of Afghanistan to provide Continuing Education and
Refresher Training to physicians and other staff at Rabia Balkhi Women''s
Hospital (RBH) in Kabul, Afghanistan. The goal of this project is to improve
the quality of care at RBH through the provision of continuing education,
refresher training and related services by also establishing a sustainable
OB/GYN Residency Training program that will improve the knowledge base and
skills of the physicians, nurses, midwives, other health care workers and support
staff at the facility.
IMC is seeking Certified Nurse-Midwives to join the Rabia Balkhi Hospital
project in Kabul, Afghanistan. The CNM will work with national staff counterparts
in the supervision of hospital personnel, which includes work allocation,
training, and problem resolution; evaluate performance and make recommendations
for personnel actions; motivate employees to achieve peak productivity and
performance. Provide full-scope midwifery nursing care to patients. Teach
midwifery to medical and nurse-midwifery students, and others in both clinical
and didactic settings. Provide advice and consultation in the development of
certified nurse-midwifery practices, clinical practices and guidelines. Develop
and implement systems and processes to establish and maintain records for the
operating unit.
The Certified Nurse-Midwives (CNMs) will have at least a bachelor''s degree and
may have masters'' or doctoral degrees. CNM’s will have completed both nursing
and midwifery training and passed national and state licensing exams to become
certified by the American College of Nurse Midwives (ACNM). CNM’s will have practical
experience in independent management of women’s healthcare, focusing
particularly on pregnancy, childbirth, the postpartum period, care of the
newborn, family planning, and gynecological needs of women.
ObGyn Physicians
Organization: International Medical Corps
Contact Information :
Email: imc@imcworldwide.org
Position: ObGyn Physicians
Location: Kabul, Afghanistan
Since May 2003, International Medical Corps (IMC) has supported a rotating
faculty consisting of volunteer Western-trained Obstetrician-Gynecologists,
Pediatricians, Anesthesiologist/ Nurse Anesthetists, Family Practitioners,
Certified Nurse-Midwives, Nurse Practitioners, and Hospital Administrators who
have been teaching in the Refresher Training program at Rabia Balkhi Hospital in Kabul, Afghanistan.
Rabia Balkhi Hospital (RBH), like most of healthcare clinics and hospitals in Afghanistan,
is struggling with basic facility and human resource challenges that exceed
those experienced in most other developing countries. Healthcare professionals
and support staff at RBH are working to provide quality services in an
environment left neglected during years of political upheaval and oppression.
As a result, fundamental outpatient and in-patient services needed to provide
timely and accurate assessment and treatment of patients are frequently absent
or in need of major improvement.
International Medical Corps (IMC) has entered into a cooperative agreement with
United States Department of Health and Human Services and the Ministry of
Health of the Islamic State of Afghanistan to provide Continuing Education and
Refresher Training to physicians and other staff at Rabia Balkhi Women''s
Hospital (RBH) in Kabul, Afghanistan. The goal of this project is to improve
the quality of care at RBH through the provision of continuing education,
refresher training and related services by also establishing a sustainable
OB/GYN Residency Training program that will improve the knowledge base and
skills of the physicians, nurses, midwives, other health care workers, and
support staff at the facility.
IMC is seeking ObGyn Physicians to join the Rabia Balkhi Hospital project for a minimum of six months. The job
responsibilities will also include patient care, as well as a student,
resident, and fellow education. Provide direct medical care to patients.
Participate in the monitoring and management of quality of patient care. Prescribing
prenatal and postnatal care, performing deliveries in maternity cases and
treating diseases and injuries of the female reproductive system while also
managing obstetrical and gynecological services. Prepare and review case
histories, obtaining data through interviews and examining patients to
determine X-ray examinations and clinical laboratory tests if applicable. The
OB/GYN also interprets test results, evaluates examination findings, prescribes
prenatal and postnatal care, directs nurses and applies surgical procedures.
The incumbent will be M.D. degreed, currently certified by the American Board
of Obstetrics and Gynecology, and licensed in the United States.
Must have an outstanding record of accomplishment in research as well as
teaching, administrative, professional service, and scholarly accomplishments.
Prefer prior experience in a working in a developing country, along with
demonstrated leadership and management competencies, and a nationally
recognized reputation in one or more of the areas of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Please apply online at www.imcworldwide.org.
Pediatrician
Organization: International Medical Corps
Contact Information :
Email: imc@imcworldwide.org
Position: Pediatrician
Location: Kabul, Afghanistan
Since May 2003, International Medical Corps (IMC) has supported a rotating
faculty consisting of volunteer Western-trained Obstetrician-Gynecologists,
Pediatricians, Anesthesiologist/ Nurse Anesthetists, Family Practitioners,
Certified Nurse-Midwives, Nurse Practitioners, and Hospital Administrators who
have been teaching in the Refresher Training program at Rabia Balkhi Hospital in Kabul, Afghanistan.
Rabia Balkhi Hospital (RBH), like most of healthcare clinics and hospitals in Afghanistan,
is struggling with basic facility and human resource challenges that exceed
those experienced in most other developing countries. Healthcare professionals
and support staff at RBH are working to provide quality services in an
environment left neglected during years of political upheaval and oppression.
As a result, fundamental outpatient and in-patient services needed to provide
timely and accurate assessment and treatment of patients are frequently absent
or in need of major improvement.
International Medical Corps (IMC) has entered into a cooperative agreement with
United States Department of Health and Human Services and the Ministry of
Health of the Islamic State of Afghanistan to provide Continuing Education and
Refresher Training to physicians and other staff at Rabia Balkhi Women''s
Hospital (RBH) in Kabul, Afghanistan. The goal of this project is to improve
the quality of care at RBH through the provision of continuing education,
refresher training and related services by also establishing a sustainable
OB/GYN Residency Training program that will improve the knowledge base and
skills of the physicians, nurses, midwives, other health care workers, and
support staff at the facility.
IMC is seeking a Pediatrician to join the Rabia Balkhi Hospital project in Kabul, Afghanistan. The job responsibilities will include planning and
carrying out medical care program for children from birth. Examine patients to
determine presence of disease and to establish preventive health practices.
Determine nature and extent of disease or injury, prescribes and administer
medications and immunizations, and performs variety of medical duties. Examine,
diagnose, and treat diseases and injuries of infants. Prepare and monitor case
histories and clinical records of infants. Examines patients, determines need for
x-ray examinations and clinical laboratory tests, and interprets examination
findings and test results. Prescribes pediatric treatment. Manages pediatric
services. Formulates procedures for pediatric services. Schedules use of
diagnostic and treatment facilities and assigns nurses and medical technicians.
Advises on types and quantity of pediatric supplies and equipment. Coordinates
pediatric services with other medical activities. Instructs interns and
residents in procedures for diagnosis and treatment of diseases and injuries of
infants and children.
The Pediatrician will be M.D. degreed with a specialty in Pediatric medicine,
certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Must have an outstanding record
of accomplishment in research as well as teaching, administrative, professional
service, and scholarly accomplishments. Prefer prior experience in working in a
developing country, along with demonstrated leadership and management
competencies, and a nationally recognized reputation in one or more of the
areas of Pediatric medicine.
Chief of Party/Project Director
Organization: Afghan Policy
Contact Information :
Email: afghanpolicy@hotmail.com
An experienced USAID contractor with more than 20
years experience in development consulting is seeking a Chief or Party/Project
Director to reside in Afghanistan and work with counterpart ministries leading a team
of consultants to design, implement and institutionalize policy and
institutional reforms in core macroeconomic and structural reform areas.
Reforms are envisioned in fiscal policy, management and budgeting; tax analysis
and administration; customs, telecommunications law and regulation: economic
analysis and statistics; auditing and accounting; and central banking.
Information technology to design and build or rebuild existing systems in all
major areas will be an integral part of these reforms. The support provided by
the contractor will follow-on from an existing program and will continue to be
oriented towards institution building and engagement of Afghans in the economic
governance process.
Candidates for Chief of Party/Project Director shall have USAID project
management experience as a Chief of Party for projects of similar scope and
size and past performance and reputation for effectiveness in providing
technical assistance in developing, transition and post-conflict countries.
S/He shall have strong team building and management skills, including ability
to sustain successes of the current program and realign challenging areas of
the current program. S/He shall be a highly competent presenter and writer, and
possess technical knowledge in economic policy and institutional reform. S/He
shall demonstrate the ability to maintain a reasonably high degree of
flexibility to address the uncertainty regarding the exact economic and
political governance structures that are emerging in Afghanistan.
All professionals should be prepared to work in a hardship environment,
unaccompanied by spouse or dependents. Two trips home and two regional breaks per
year will be provided. Candidates should have relevant education, formal
training and professional experience and relevant USAID field experience as a
resident in developing, transition, and post-conflict countries.
Please send your cv in confidence to afghanpolicy@hotmail.com
Senior Managers, Technical Professionals
Organization: Afghan Policy
Contact Information :
Email: afghanpolicy@hotmail.com
An experienced USAID contractor with more than 20
years experience in development consulting is seeking senior managers and
technical professionals to reside in Afghanistan and work with counterpart
ministries leading a team of consultants to design, implement and
institutionalize policy and institutional reforms in core macroeconomic and
structural reform areas. Reforms are envisioned in fiscal policy, management
and budgeting; tax analysis and administration; customs, telecommunications law
and regulation: economic analysis and statistics; auditing and accounting; and
central banking. Information technology to design and build or rebuild existing
systems in all major areas will be an integral part of these reforms. The
support provided by the contractor will follow-on from an existing program and
will continue to be oriented towards institution building and engagement of
Afghans in the economic governance process.
Senior professionals are sought with the following illustrative skills:
• Information Technology
• Macro-economic/Statistical Analysis
• Tax Policy Analysis
• Tax Administration
• National and Regional Government Accounting and Budget Planning
• Customs Policy, Legislation and Enforcement
• Payment systems
• Telecommunications Regulation
• Civil Service Reform/Human Resources
• Organizational Development for Central Government
All professionals should be prepared to work in a hardship environment,
unaccompanied by spouse or dependents. Two trips home and two regional breaks
per year will be provided. Candidates should have relevant education, formal
training and professional experience and relevant USAID field experience as a
resident in developing, transition, and post-conflict countries.
Please send your cv in confidence to afghanpolicy@hotmail.com
Programme Manager
Organization: UNOPS
Contact Information :
Email: maujobs@unops.org
Fax: 2124574049
The United Nations Office for Project Services
(UNOPS), a major provider of project management and implementation services to
the United Nations System and developing countries, seeks qualified applicants
for the following position:
Vacancy Details
Post Title: Programme Manager
Project: Mine Action Programme in Afghanistan
Post Level: D1 (ALD Equivalent)*
Vacancy Code: 2005/GLO/AFG/06
Duty Station: Kabul, Afghanistan
Duration: Twelve months initial contract
Start Date: The selected candidate will be expected to arrive to the duty
station by 18 July 2005 for a two-week handover from the current incumbent.
Closing Date: 12 June 2005
Background
The Programme Manager heads the Mine Action Centre for Afghanistan,
the national coordination body for mine action in Afghanistan,
on behalf of the Afghan Government. The Mine Action Centre for Afghanistan is
a project of the United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS), executed with the
United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS). On behalf of the UN, the Programme
Manager reports to the Deputy Foreign Minister as the Senior Official of the
Afghan Government responsible for mine action. Under the terms of an exchange
of letters between the Director of UNMAS and the Deputy Special Representative
of the Secretary-General (D/SRSG) in Afghanistan, the Programme Manager
consults the D/SRSG on issues relating to the political and security
environment in Afghanistan and reports to UNMAS on the overall direction of the
programme, as well as on all matters relating to the grants provided to
non-governmental organizations (NGO) in Afghanistan by UN headquarters. The Programme
Manager is responsible to the Manager of the Global and Inter-Regional Division
of UNOPS for implementation of the mine action activities that UNOPS executes
on behalf of UNMAS, UNDP and any other UN Agency. In the role as the head of
the Mine Action Programme for Afghanistan, the Programme Manager will oversee all planning and
coordination of mine action at the national level, and the implementation of
required operational and administrative activities.
Duties and Responsibilities
Specific Duties
1) Coordination of the Mine Action Programme for AfghanistanWhile the
Government of Afghanistan continues to request the UN to oversee and regulate
mine action on its behalf, the Programme Manager will be responsible for the
overall coordination of the Mine Action Programme for Afghanistan (MAPA) and
its supporting activities at the national level. The Programme Manager will
carry out these responsibilities by:
• Acting on behalf of the Government as the focal point for mine action at
relevant UN, Governmental and other meetings, fora and consultations.
• Conducting regular and systematic consultation, and liaison with the appropriate
elements of the Government of Afghanistan to ensure that mine action issues are
considered as part of the national dialogue, and that mine action operations
integrate and reflect the priorities of the Government.
• Carrying out necessary coordination and consultation with all other MAPA
partners including UN Agencies and Departments, implementing partners, and the
donor community, in order to ensure effective transmission of information and
integration of their needs and requirements in MAPA plans and strategies.
• Ensuring that comprehensive strategic and operational plans are developed and
implemented by the MAPA, and that these plans meet defined Government, national
and community needs.
• Leading the establishment of a coherent plan for the transfer of full
responsibility for coordination of national mine action activities to the
Government of Afghanistan.
• Coordinating the effective and efficient use of mine action resources in the
areas of mine clearance, mine survey, mine awareness, stockpile destruction,
training and quality assurance monitoring (and other areas where appropriate),
in order to meet national needs as part of agreed plans.
• Overseeing the safe, efficient and cost-effective implementation of mine
action operations, according to national standards derived from the
International Mine Action Standards and other relevant international and
national guidelines and regulations.
• Coordinating with Donors and the Government of Afghanistan the mobilisation
of sufficient resources to support mine action activities in line with agreed
humanitarian and development plans.
• Coordinating and monitoring the provision of funding to MAPA implementing
partners based on operational requirements and availability of funds.
• Ensuring that appropriate procedures are maintained to account for all funds
and equipment provided by the UN to its MAPA implementing partners.
• Participating as the representative of the Mine Action Programme at relevant
UN, Government and other coordination, and planning fora, including Senior
Management Team meetings, national development budget processes, international
meetings and consultations etc.
• Coordinating measures to ensure the safety and security of MAPA personnel
.2) Mine Action Centre for AfghanistanThe Programme Manager is responsible for
overseeing and directing the day-to-day operations and activities of the UN
Mine Action Centre for Afghanistan (MACA) in support of national objectives.
He/She is therefore responsible for ensuring that the MACA fulfills the requirements
of such plans and strategies as directed by the UN and the Government of
Afghanistan. The Programme Manager will carry out these responsibilities by:
• Ensuring the conduct of consultative planning processes by the various
sections of the MACA in order to identify project priorities within agreed
strategic and operational frameworks.
• Overseeing the development and production of integrated work plans for all
elements of MACA including operations, support, programme and administration,
in full consultation with MACA staff, and with the approval of UNMAS and UNOPS
where appropriate.
• Overseeing the implementation and adjustment of such plans.
• Ensuring the development and implementation of appropriate plans to support
the conduct of transition to Government responsibility for mine action.
• Overseeing the implementation of MACA policies on human resources,
administration, logistics and finance, in accordance with UNOPS financial rules
and regulations, and developing new policies where required.
• Supervising the personnel selection process for approved MACA positions,
under the guidance of UNOPS.
• Supervising the team of MACA section heads, to ensure the maximum
productivity of all MACA employees, and the most effective use of human
resources.
• Coordinating the mobilisation of resource requirements with the local donor
community, and in partnership with UNMAS and the Government’s MACG, to ensure
the MACA and MAPA are funded for planned activities.
• Overseeing the implementation of, and adherence to, funding agreements
between various UN bodies and implementing partners.
• Ensuring that all MACA international staff conduct appropriate skills
transfer and capacity development of national counterparts and team members.
• Conducting appropriate skills transfer to a designated national counterpart.
Academic Qualifications/Experience/Language
The incumbent must have the following experience/qualities:
• Considerable experience in the management of complex humanitarian and/or
development programmes, in one or more countries, at the strategic level
(minimum 15 years overall professional experience required).
• A proven record in direct management, leadership, administration, and
oversight of complex multi-sectoral organizations and operations at the senior level.
• Understanding of the principle of national ownership and national
responsibility in development cooperation and capacity building.
• Proven ability to interact with senior Government counterparts
• Strong analytical and planning skills.
• Demonstrated team building and leadership skills.
• Experience in resource mobilization with the international donor community.
• Excellent communication and written and computer skills and the ability to
effectively manage and work in a multicultural environment.
• Fluency in English.
• Be physically fit, and in good health.
• Have a demonstrated ability to live in the conditions of the region.
• Knowledge of the UN system and familiarity with UNOPS procedures is highly
desirable.
• Experience in management of mine action activities is not essential, but
would be beneficial.
Submission of Applications
Interested individuals should e-mail a detailed CV (including birth date and
nationality) to the address below and should include the exact vacancy number
of the post they apply for in the “Subject” of their e-email.
E-mail address is: maujobs@unops.org. Interested applicants must fulfil the
specified qualifications. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
Deadline for submission of applications is 12 June 2005.
For more information on the UN’s involvement in Mine Action, visit our website
at: www.unops.org and www.mineaction.org
Additional Considerations
• Candidates should be available at short notice.
• Only those candidates that are short listed for interviews will be notified.
• Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
• UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a selected candidate at a level below the
advertised level of the post.
• * This grade is indicative only. The final grade will be determined at the
time of recruitment according to the candidates qualifications
ANSO Operations Coordinator- Afghanistan
Organization: International Rescue Committee
Contact Information :
Email: nicoleb@theirc.org
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Promote security awareness and appropriate security behavior amongst the
diverse and independent NGO (humanitarian and development) community in
Afghanistan; Deputize as a country security focal point and security advisor to
the NGO community; Coordinate and liaise on all matters concerning NGO security
and safety; Maintaining and ensuring that ANSO staff maintain appropriate
relations with all actors that may provide positive and adverse effects in
policy or operation on the safety of the NGO community including various UN
agency missions, United Nations Department of Safety and Security,
international security forces, International government offices, coalitions and
national ministry representation, national/local security authorities and
forces and factional forces as required; Facilitate the provision of security
intervention for NGOs, maintaining a credible and expert information and
dialogue between actors such as UN agencies and national and international
security actors; Representation of ANSO and NGO security concepts to various
actors and agencies at all levels; Facilitate the provision of credible
information and contextual analysis of localized, regional and countrywide
security situations; Aid our information service; Provide review and
improvement of systems and of existing and new information technology to ensure
the cohesive and efficient passage of information between the field,
headquarters and NGO community; Development, introduction and oversight of best
incident reporting, incident mapping, collation and analytical aids;
Supervision of ANSO countrywide communication nodes consisting of HF, VHF,
repeaters, satellite, data systems, telecommunications static and mobile;
Monitor the mentoring and training by the ANSO program of our ANSO national and
NGO counterparts; Ensure the understanding of, and monitor compliance with, to
humanitarian principles in by all ANSO staff; Ensure that ANSO staff and office
follow all IRC policies and procedures. REQUIREMENTS: Clear understanding of
humanitarian principles as well as neutrality to local conflicts and
conflicting parties is required; Ability to interact with all such parties
while maintaining a position of humanitarian neutrality is also required;
Security related experience in a operational and policy management role (e.g.
NGO, military, police); Overseas work experience in insecure/hostile
environments; Proven ability to produce appropriate operational policy,
planning and implementation; Understanding, commitment and supportive of the
humanitarian no weapons principle; Excellent command of the English language
(written and verbal) and ability to analyze and present information; Sound
operational judgment and assessment is a vital asset in this mission: the
selected candidate will work amongst a variety of armed actors in an
environment where the related discipline and standards in general are not high;
Experienced and knowledgeable in personnel and organizational security issues,
threat/risk assessment, security management and security awareness in an insecure
environment; Management of operations/communications center with a full
understanding of current information technology and of new advances to ensure
the most efficient passage of information;Fully conversant in incident
reporting, incident mapping, intelligence collation and analysis functions, the
set up and execution of a incident warning system (warden system), compilation
of security reports and assessments;
Technical competency and training experience in field based communications
systems such as HF Codan, Motorola VHF, Thuraya/Mobique satellite systems and
internet systems; An excellent understanding and working ability in Internet
and Microsoft Office systems including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and
other database/mapping systems; Organizational management experience at
strategic levels including financial, budgetary, administration, logistics,
human resources; Previous work experiences with NGOs and humanitarian agencies
an asset; Willing to live in shared group housing with sporadic utilities;
Experience in negotiation with senior level management and/or governmental
authorities; Ability to adapt to needs and to balance demands of beneficiary
and security actors while maintaining appropriate contextual NGO security
advice and coordination.
National Solidarity Program Advisor
Organization: International Rescue Committee
Contact Information :
Email: nicoleb@theirc.org
RESPONSIBILITIES: The Advisor provides comprehensive strategic leadership and administrative oversight of NSP to contribute to an enabling environment for poverty reduction, community empowerment, and institutional strengthening. This includes ensuring the program effectively and creatively addresses governance and development issues in line with national priorities and policies, while maintaining compliance with demanding contractual obligations. Additionally, in support of NSP aims and IRC’s commitment to nationalized management, the Advisor provides technical advice and assistance to a senior national manager to effect full transition in responsibility for program development and implementation. The Advisor is based in Kabul, with occasional travel. Specific responsibilities include: Provide overall vision, leadership, and technical direction for program in alignment with national priorities and policy and in manner consistent with program and organizational values and requirements; Provide overall administrative and financial management to ensure best use of resources to achieve objectives and compliance with donor and organizational regulations; Develop capacity of senior national manager to assume full management responsibility for program; Follow and analyze relevant developments, issues, and trends, and ensure appropriate information is available to support informed management decision-making; Lead development/implementation of systematic, participatory approach to programming, and facilitate practical incorporation of participatory principles into all program stages; Guide and coordinate exploration and development of key sectors (i.e. governance, environmental health, rights) from conception through execution and documentation/sharing of results; Identify and address needs for technical assistance and sector support; Oversee development of strategic work plans with clear objectives and achievement benchmarks, short- and medium-term priorities, implementation plans, financial projections (comparison of facilitation costs versus block grants), and tools for evaluation; Guide and supervise provision of timely and high-quality deliverables for contract compliance; Support staff by creating and maintaining a work environment that promotes teamwork, trust, mutual respect, and empowers them to take responsibility and show initiative; Liaise and maintain ongoing, open dialogue with government, oversight bodies, and other stakeholders; Monitor approach and activities for maximum involvement of broad cross-section of the population and implementation in non-partisan, culturally and socially appropriate manner. REQUIREMENTS: Advanced degree in related field with minimum seven years’ overseas experience administering large-scale governance or capacity development programs, preferably in Asia; Previous experience as head of a large complex program; Proven ability to provide strategic leadership and manage challenges positively in complex post-conflict environment; Experience managing large, geographically dispersed teams and working in tandem with national partners; Demonstrated mastery designing effective field-based programming in line with governmental policy and linked to institutional and private sector bodies; Creative ability to transform complex concepts into practical programming; Demonstrated budget management ability; Superior analytical, presentation, communication, and reporting skills; Proficiency in relevant software applications; Experience working in an insecure environment; commitment to nationalization and capacity building, understanding of post-conflict programming under challenging conditions.
