Afghanistan-related Jobs
List for Dec 25-31 2004 PART 2
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Country Director
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Hiring Agency
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RedR/IHE (http://www.redr.org/)
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Position Location
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Afghanistan (Kabul - 25% in country Travel)
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Closing date
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05
Jan 2005
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Job Description and qualifications:
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Starting date: End of Jan/Feb 2005
Duration: One Year Renewable Fixed Term Contract
Salary: £20,000-£24,000 p.a. + hardship allowance + benefits
The Country Director will be the key contact person and official designate
responsible for and representing this agency in Afghanistan within the
responsibilities assigned by the agency Headquarters. The Country Director
shall be responsible for the overall management and direction of the agency's
field offices in Afghanistan and all in-country projects. 25%
of the post will involve travel within the Country
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Provide strategic direction to the overall goals of the agency in Afghanistan through the development of a
Strategic plan
1. To represent the agency in Afghanistan in relation to other INGOs,
Governments, donors and officials.
2. To effectively manage agency activities in Afghanistan.
3. Develop programmes and projects based on donor funding.
4. Liaising and strengthening linkages with NGOs, institutional donors and
government departments
5. To be responsible for the preparation and submission of programme
proposals for the areas covered, including any emergency proposals, and to
ensure the submission of timely and quality reports, both financial and
narrative, to agency HQ and to donors.
6. Supervise the welfare and professional development of the field and
programme staff
7. Ensuring that all projects are implemented in a consultative and
participative way
8. To supervise and support programme staff in development of new projects
and effective monitoring and evaluation of existing ones
9. Report regularly to agency HQ
The successful candidate will have:
Five
years experience of managing complex emergencies/development programmes
Extensive
programme development, appraisal and monitoring skills
Be able
to demonstrate the ability to secure donor funding and management of grants
Possess
a wide-range of field experience;including post-conflict, insecure
environments.
Fluency
in English is essential and knowledge of a second language such as Persian or
Pashto would be desirable.
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Applications for this
position should be sent to:
Please apply online at http://www.onlinejobs.redr.org/
Position
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National Solidarity Program (NSP)
Coordinator
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Hiring Agency
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ActionAid (http://www.actionaid.org)
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Hiring Agency Description
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ActionAid is an international
social development organization with a mission to work with poor and
marginalized women, men, girls and boys to eradicate poverty, injustice and
inequity that cause it. ActionAid International has work and presence in more
than 40 countries in Africa, Asia, Americas and Europe. We work in partnership with
CBOs, NGOs, social movements, people's organization, urban and rural
communities and activists. ActionAid International engages with governments,
international development organizations and private companies to ensure
pro-poor policies, programmes and practice. Our poverty eradication programs
focus on equity, dignity and rights of poor and marginalized people and
communities and on the core themes of gender inequity, food security,
education, governance and HIV/Aids. Our work in Afghanistan commenced in early 2001 with a
small initiative and has deepened and expanded over the years.
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Position Location
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Afghanistan (Kabul with extensive travel to the
programme areas in the Northern Region provinces as well as travel externally
to other parts of ActionAid International)
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Closing date
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07
Jan 2005
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Job Description and
qualifications:
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The NSP Coordinator will be responsible in supporting the team of programme
staff to implement NSP programme of the government by focusing on community
mobilization; community development council (CDC) and establishment of local
governance bodies and infrastructure development in the villages. The
successful candidate will liase and network with the other facilitating
partners, oversee the ongoing programs, ensure compliance of financial
systems and make timely reports to the partner concerned. S/he will be
responsible in developing a strong team, supporting their development as well
facilitating the capacity growth of relevant stakeholders in the programme
areas.
Candidates will have sound understanding of rights based approaches and
posses a higher degree in relevant field with at least three years working
experience of managing development program in post conflict countries.
Salary depends on the experiences and qualification of the individual and
will range between 1,500 to 2,200 USD per month. Additional to this
insurance, medical benefits and return ticket (in case of expatriates) will
be covered as per our policies.
The duration of the above engagement is initially for one year.
We are interested in mature and self-motivated persons having capacity for
independent work and committed to working on issues of poverty and rights in
a difficult work setting. They should have excellent networking and
communication skills with fluency in English both written and spoken.
Knowledge of Afghani languages would be an asset. Good interpersonal skills
are extremely essential and experience of working in multi cultural work
settings both within the region and internationally would be advantageous.
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Applications for this
position should be sent to:
Please email your application by the
7th of January 2005 with a recent CV and names of two referees to: job@actionaidasia.org .
Applicants from Afghanistan may also post it directly to:
Qale-a- Fatullah Street 2, House 74, Kabul, Afghanistan. Please indicate the title of the
position in the subject of your email application. We will be able to respond
to the shortlisted candidates only for the selection process.
Position
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Project Manager
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Hiring Agency
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UN
Development Programme (http://www.undp.org/)
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Position Location
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Afghanistan
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Closing date
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21 Jan 2005
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Job Description and
qualifications:
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VACANCY
ANNOUNCMENT No.2004/12/326
Date: 22 December 2004
Post Title: Project Manager
Organizational Unit: UNDP/Promotion of Regional Supply of goods,
services and expertise for Afghanistan reconstruction
Type of Appointment: ALD International (ALD 4) (Equivalent to P4)
Duration: Six Months (with possibility of extension)
Duty Station: Kabul, Afghanistan
Number of Positions: 1 (One)
Closing Date for applications: 21 January 2005
Background:
The UNDP Afghanistan in cooperation with other 7 UNDP COs in Iran,
Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan has
established a new project to follow up the Bishkek Conference Action plan and
to promote regional cooperation for Afghanistan reconstruction. The project
will promote the supply and use of goods, services and technical expertise
from the countries in the region for the needs of Afghanistan recovery. It first will assess
the demand in Afghanistan and second the available capacity
and resources in the region to meet that demand. Private businesses and
individuals will learn to be better suppliers, employees and trade partners
to Government of Afghanistan, donors, international organizations, financial
institutions and large contractors.
The project:
1) Follows up the action plan agreed during the Bishkek Conference
'Afghanistan regional economic cooperation: Central Asia, Iran and Pakistan';
2) Meets the needs of the people of Afghanistan by supporting the cost
effective provision of reconstruction and development assistance; and
3) Helps the emerging private sector and qualified labor in the region by
providing new business and job opportunities.
The Project manager will work in a close cooperation with the team of UNDP
Partnership for Private Sector Development programme and will coordinate
various implementing partners in all involved countries. The Ministry of
Commerce is the lead counterpart of the PPSD programme and will lead this
task on behalf of Afghan government as well. In all UNDP COs a professional
staff member will be designated to act as a focal point for the project.
Project will involve government agencies in all countries, all 8 UNDP country
offices, UNDP IAPSO; other UN agencies, donor agencies, all national Chambers
of Commerce and its regional networks of offices, business support and
development centers and trade associations. The WB and ADB offices in the
region are expected to be involved in project as the closest partners
together with other bilateral agencies.
Duties and responsibilities:
Project manager is expected to operationalise the project and to build the
national capacity and regional network among the 8 countries involved. For
all the issues related to the cooperation with Afghan government, business
sector s/he will act under the overall umbrella of and in close coordination
with UNDP Afghanistan PPSD programme. Administratively s/he will act under
the immediate supervision of PPSD programme manager and the overall guidance
and supervision of UNDP Country Director through the Senior Deputy Country
Director/Programme/. The project manager will work to ensure the implementation
of the project activities are in accordance with project document agreed upon
by Ministry of Commerce and UNDP. The Project Manager will be responsible for
the daily management of all the Project activities. He/She will coordinate
and manage a team of national and international experts hired for the project
as well as will facilitate creation a network among the 8 UNDP COs and
business sector in region on trade, procurement and economic cooperation.
Specific duties of the Project Manager will include:
- Coordinate and manage the overall delivery of the project in an effective
and efficient manner, working closely with government ministries, business
chambers and associations and private sector as well all other partners in
the region;
- Implement the activities as outlined in the project document and suggest
further development of project;
- Monitor the delivery status and prepare written monthly work progress
updates and quarterly report on the progress of the project in relation to
the agreed work plan and strategy;
- Formulate detailed tasks and ToRs for all the experts and research teams
and monitor and ensure that the experts carry out functions and deliver
reports and assessment in accordance with original requirements;
- Establish a network of focal points in UNDP COs and to formulate common
approaches for all the country offices in the areas of project activities to
ensure that tasks are carried in a similar way in all the countries by
research teams, staff, consultants and partners;
- Lead and/or coordinate resource mobilization efforts within the project,
including, the development of a strategy in this area;
- Liaise with other UN agencies and donors on behalf of the project;
- Prepare performance appraisal review (PAR) of project staff
- Other tasks and responsibilities as requested by the UNDP country Director
and/or Senior Deputy Country Director (Programme) in consultation with the
Ministry of Commerce.
Qualification and Skills required:
The selected candidate should have:
- An advanced university degree, in developmental economics, business
administration or international relations.
- At least Eight to Ten years of experience of working in the field of
private sector development and project management, as well as policy
development experience.
- Proven planning, management and reporting skills
- Excellent communication skills, written and spoken.
- Effective coordination and communication skills and ability to establish
working relations with many partners in different countries and international
organizations.
- High moral, integrity, imitativeness, sound judgment, diplomacy,
impartiality and discretion and proven capacity in leadership of a
multi-sectoral teams.
- Ability to work and act under pressure and with discretion in a politically
sensitive environment, with a minimum of comfort.
- Availability and willingness to undertake travel in region under relatively
difficult conditions.
- Good knowledge of the UN system and its regulations and procedures
- Excellent command of English, knowledge of Russian is an important asset.
- Knowledge of political and economic situation in region and in Afghanistan is highly desirable.
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. 21
January 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.
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Applications for this
position should be sent to:
Position
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Senior Technical
Advisor-Leadership Database
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Hiring Agency
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UN
Development Programme (http://www.undp.org/)
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Position Location
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Afghanistan
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Closing date
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15 Jan 2005
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Job Description and
qualifications:
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VACANCY
ANNOUNCMENT No.2004/12/324
Date: 22 December 2004
Post Title: Senior Technical Adviser, Leadership Database
Organizational Unit: UNDP Programme Division (State-building and
Democratic Governance)
Type of Appointment: Special Service Agreement (International)
Duration: Approximately 9 months in 2005, 4 months in 2006 (Starting
early 2005, with possibility of extension)
Duty Station: Kabul-Afghanistan
Number of Positions: 1 (One)
Closing Date for applications: 15 January 2005
Background:
The Government’s aim of restoring peace, creating stability and enabling a
successful, nationally owned process of reconstruction and development
throughout the country requires the rapid re-establishment of a competent and
efficient civil service.
The challenge of establishing a small, modern, capable, and fairly
compensated and results oriented civil service is a long-term process and
will require several interrelated activities. In addition to the
reestablishment of affordable structures, basic rules and regulations and the
aggressive recruitment of qualified individuals for key positions, there is a
fundamental need to train and develop civil servants throughout the
government.
Today, the lack of human capacity is among the most serious problems facing
the Afghan civil service. For the past several years there has been minimal
investment in professional development. Moreover there is a lack of the core
competencies and specialist skills required to deliver improved results. The
problem is particularly acute at senior management level, where the absence of
merit-based appointments over many years means that there is no senior cadre
with genuine leadership and management skills.
In order to respond to the urgency of training and developing the Afghan
Civil Service the IARCSC, as the lead government institution on public
administration, has developed a Civil Service Leadership Development
Strategy. This will be implemented by its Training and Development Department
over 2005-6. The Strategy sets out a development framework with three streams
of new development programs, namely Training Programs; the Career Development
Programs; and the External Development programs. The framework is outlined as
an Attachment to this TOR.
Upon the request of the IARCSC, UNDP will support the Training and
Development Department of the Commission in designing, coordinating and
managing its envisaged activities under the Strategy through the recently
launched Civil Service Leadership Development Project. For this purpose a PMU
is to be set up to manage the implementation process. An early task in the
PMU’s work is the design of a Leadership Data Base to support accessing the
target group and the implementation of the Strategy.
Duties and responsibilities:
Under the overall guidance of the UNDP Senior Deputy Country Director (Programme)
and the IARCSC Director of Training and Development and the direct
supervision of the UNDP focal point, the technical advisor will support the
PMU by designing the Leadership Data Base, with a view to the IARCSC then
undertaking the necessary applications work and developing the software.
She/he will be based at the IARCSC. The incumbent’s tasks will include, but
not be necessarily be limited to:
(1) Development of a desired profile for the data that needs to be collected
and held on the target group;
- Review existing data, including
information collected by the Training and Development Department, on the
target group;
- Review existing plans for upgrading HRM information held by the IARCSC;
- Examine likely requirements of the PMU for accessing information on the
target group (eg. basic CV and qualifications; competency level; development
already undertaken etc);
- Develop and agree a desired profile, within the IARCSC;
- Determine the IT functionality required to support those business
processes.
(2) Identify the business processes of the PMU;
- Examine the decision-making and
administrative support issues that will require support in implementing the
Strategy, the Action Plan and management systems;
- Develop a process map for the business processes and agree within the
IARCSC;
- Determine the IT functionality required to support those business
processes;
- Advise on data storage, reports and statistics able to be produced, letters
generated to clients, evaluation reports maintained, precedents for documents
and contracts held, and budget expenditure managed, and performance
monitored.
(3) Determine the IARCSC’s long term needs in storing curriculum and learning
materials;
- Identify storage needs and
functionality required
- Advise on options needed
(4) Advise on creation of a related website for the project, including the
possibility of clients interacting with the site (eg. applying to attend a
program) or downloading materials (eg. reading materials) direct from the
site or a including PMU email function to clients (eg. sending advice of
program).
- Identify required features and
functionality;
- Develop possible design of website and email function;
(5) Identify what might be the implications for data base design should the
IARCSC ever take on a broader role in managing the target group
- Identify what might be the IT
implications of such a broader role;
- Determine what features might need to be incorporated in design of the Data
Base at this point so that this potential is available
(6) Advise on the options for IT support of the Data Base
- Research available and user
friendly systems and software that is used in training and development;
- Research IT support provided to training and development institutions in
the region;
- Advise on the available options, software and hardware implications and
budget for IT support of the PMU’s work.
(7) Develop an IT specification that can then be used as a blueprint to
develop the specific features and functionality of the Data Base.
- Develop a detailed outline of
required functionality for the data base;
- Develop, in consultation with IARCSC and PMU, an implementation plan for
development of the data base;
- Develop, in consultation with the Program Manager a Plan for implementing
the data base;
- Develop a plan for training in the use of the data base.
Within one week of his/her arrival and in close consultation with the IARCSC
and UNDP the International Technical Advisor will prepare a detailed
work-plan for the duration of the consultancy. This will also include a list
of key deliverables that will be approved by UNDP. A de-briefing shall be
delivered to the Country Director, the Senior Deputy Country Director and to
the IARCSC. A final mission report will be submitted to UNDP no later than 10
days after the assignment. Reports and other relevant produced outputs will
be shared with the IARCSC and relevant Ministerial focal points.
Qualification and Experience:
- Advanced qualification in IT;
- At least 5 years experience in IT work including in public administration,
and preferably in supporting HRM or training and development programs. Prior
experience in transitional and/or post conflict countries would be highly
desirable;
- Capacity to work in a cross cultural context as part of a team;
- Experience in capacity building and skills transfer;
- Experience and proven skills in the design and implementation of IT
systems;
- Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English, knowledge of Dari or
Pashto an asset.
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. 15
January 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
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Applications for this
position should be sent to:
vacancies.afghanistan@undp.org
Position
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Reflect Program Coordinator
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Hiring Agency
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ActionAid (http://www.actionaid.org)
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Hiring Agency Description
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ActionAid is an international
social development organization with a mission to work with poor and
marginalized women, men, girls and boys to eradicate poverty, injustice and
inequity that cause it. ActionAid International has work and presence in more
than 40 countries in Africa, Asia, Americas and Europe. We work in partnership with
CBOs, NGOs, social movements, people’s organization, urban and rural
communities and activists. ActionAid International engages with governments,
international development organizations and private companies to ensure
pro-poor policies, programmes and practice. Our poverty eradication programs
focus on equity, dignity and rights of poor and marginalized people and
communities and on the core themes of gender inequity, food security,
education, governance and HIV/Aids. Our work in Afghanistan commenced in early 2001 with a
small initiative and has deepened and expanded over the years.
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Position Location
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Afghanistan (The position is based in
Mazar-i-Sharif with field visits within the country as and when necessary and
travels to other parts of ActionAid International.)
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Closing date
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07
Jan 2005
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Job Description and
qualifications:
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ActionAid
Afghanistan
The Reflect Program Coordinator will be responsible in coordinating, managing
and implementing the daily operations of Reflect programme with integration
of other projects in the Northern region. The potential candidate will be
leading a team of project officers and community facilitators for
mobilisation of the community. S/he will be ensuring proper monitoring and
evaluation, documentation and report writing. Overseeing project logistics,
financial management, donor field visits and conducting refreshing training
courses will be vital parts of the responsibilities.
Candidates will have sound understanding of Reflect methodology and/or
alternative education programmes. They should have Master’s degree in
development related discipline and minimum of three years of working
experience in implementing projects in post conflict countries.
We are interested in a mature and self-motivated persons having capacity for
independent work and committed to working on issues of poverty and rights in
a difficult work setting. They should have excellent networking and
communication skills with fluency in English both written and spoken.
Knowledge of Dari, Persian, Uzbeki, Pashto languages and other Afghani
languages would be an asset. Good interpersonal skills are extremely
essential and experience of working in multi cultural work settings both
within the region and internationally would be advantageous.
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Applications for this
position should be sent to:
Please email your application by the
7th of January 2005 with a recent CV and names of two referees to: job@actionaidasia.org.
Please indicate the title of the position in the subject of your email
application. We will be able to respond to the shortlisted candidates only for
the selection process.
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Project Manager of the Gender
Training Institute
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Hiring Agency
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UN
Development Programme (http://www.undp.org/)
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Position Location
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Afghanistan (Kabul)
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Closing date
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05
Jan 2005
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Job Description and
qualifications:
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VACANCY
ANNOUNCEMENT No. 2004/12/319
(Readvertisement)
Date: 21 December 2004
Post Title: Project Manager of the Gender Training Institute
Organization: UNDP /Ministry of Women’s Affairs (MoWA)
Type of Appointment: ALD International (ALD 3)
Duration: One Year (with possibility of extension)
Duty Station: Kabul, Afghanistan
No of position: One (1)
Closing date: 05 January 2005
Background:
The purpose of the post is to support MoWA and Kabul University initiative to
establish Gender Training Institute, which is developed as one of the main
components of the UNDP Institutional Capacity Building Program Support to
MoWA Program. The project manager, in coordination with the duly designated
representative(s) of the university, will be responsible to establish
policies, regulations, system, procedures program and activities for the
Gender Training Institute and also oversee the implementation, and
modification of such policies.
Project Manager specific accountability for achieving all of the defined
project objectives within the time and resources allocated. The Project
Manager performs the day-to-day management of the project. Specifically,
he/she will focus on the capacity building of the assigned and recruited
project staff and staff of gender tranining institute some of whom will be
from Kabul University and MoWA. Project Coordinator
will work closely with curriculum development expert an international staff
in program development, while carrying out planning, coordination, budgeting,
financial management, staff management, monitoring & evaluation and
reporting;
Reporting:
The Project Manager will be accountable and report to UNDP Program Manager.
The post-holder will be counterpart of the assigned committees and
individuals from Kabul University and MoWA.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Establish GTI project coordination office including procurement of
equipments, staff recruitment, preparation of ToRs and supervision and
strengthening the capacity of the project staff;
- In consultation with project partners, develop annual work plan and manage
operational budget, which consist of, identifying resource requirements to
meet the programme needs; and also ensuring that the budget is spent
efficiently.
- Form and facilitate the functioning of consultative and decision making
committees among MoWA and Kabul university professionals, in relevance to
work areas of each office to be established under GTI organizational
structure such as committees for admissions, finance and admin, curriculum
development, internship and others;
- Provide technical assistance in the establishment of system for management
and supervision of the operation of gender training institute mainly in the
areas of: Program/ Curriculum Development, Admin and Finance, External
Affairs, Establishment of Resource Centre, all of which needs to be in
agreement with the policy and regulations of higher education in Afghanistan;
- Develop project proposals to expand project resources and meet donor
requirements for reporting.
- Provide policy and technical support to the MoWA and Kabul University
officials, advisers and program staff to ensure that the capacity is built to
plan, finance and manage the gender training institute and are effectively
and efficiently implemented;
- Establish and manage formal links with academic resources, experts, UN
organizations and others at the international level for the conceptualization
and planning of the program and activities of the Gender Training Institute;
- Deliver the outputs described above timely, efficiently and systematically
in accordance with a work plan that would be mutually agreed upon between
her/him and the MOWA, through the Institutional Capacity Building Team.
- Produce timely report for UNDP Program Managements, donors and other
stakeholders as required;
Required Qualifications & Experience
- PhD or equivalent, or a Masters Degree in development with specialization
on women and gender studies with a record of research and publication in a
discipline required by the Institution.
- A minimum of ten years of work and particular management and supervisory
experience in the establishment or initiation of training/academic institute.
- Demonstrated experience of successful management of staffs up to thirty.
- Should have a very strong network among gender scholars, activists and
organizations.
- Work experience in a developing country.
- Systematic and have knowledge and experience in result based management.
- Have strong skills in team building and ability to work and communicate
effectively in a wide variety of cultural settings with flexibility,
confidentiality, initiative.
- Fluent in English and local language knowledge Dari/Pashto is an asset.
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. 05
January 2005) will not be given consideration. Only short-listed candidates whose
applications respond to the above criteria will be contacted for test and
interview.
Previous applicants do not need to apply.
Internal Candidates are eligible to apply only if they have completed full
tenure of their current agreement
Women Candidates are highly encouraged to apply
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Applications for this
position should be sent to:
vacancies.afghanistan@undp.org
Position
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Senior Technical
Advisor-Evalaution Leadership Development Strategy
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Hiring Agency
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UN
Development Programme (http://www.undp.org/)
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Position Location
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Afghanistan
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Closing date
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15 Jan 2005
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Job Description and
qualifications:
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VACANCY
ANNOUNCMENT No.2004/12/323
Date: 22 December 2004
Post Title: Senior Technical Adviser, Leadership Development Strategy
Organizational Unit: UNDP Programme Division (State-building and
Democratic Governance)
Type of Appointment: Special Service Agreement (International)
Duration: Approximately 9 months in 2005, 4 months in 2006 (Starting
early 2005, with possibility of extension)
Duty Station: Kabul-Afghanistan
Number of Positions: 1 (One)
Closing Date for applications: 15 January 2005
Background:
The Government’s aim of restoring peace, creating stability and enabling a
successful, nationally owned process of reconstruction and development
throughout the country requires the rapid re-establishment of a competent and
efficient civil service.
The challenge of establishing a small, modern, capable, and fairly
compensated and results oriented civil service is a long-term process and
will require several interrelated activities. In addition to the
reestablishment of affordable structures, basic rules and regulations and the
aggressive recruitment of qualified individuals for key positions, there is a
fundamental need to train and develop civil servants throughout the government.
Today, the lack of human capacity is among the most serious problems facing
the Afghan civil service. For the past several years there has been minimal
investment in professional development. Moreover there is a lack of the core
competencies and specialist skills required to deliver improved results. The
problem is particularly acute at senior management level, where the absence
of merit-based appointments over many years means that there is no senior
cadre with genuine leadership and management skills.
In order to respond to the urgency of training and developing the Afghan
Civil Service the IARCSC, as the lead government institution on public
administration, has developed a Civil Service Leadership Development
Strategy. This will be implemented by its Training and Development Department
over 2005-6. The Strategy sets out a development framework with three streams
of new development programs, namely Training Programs; Career Development
Programs; and External Development programs. The framework is outlined as an
Attachment to this TOR.
Upon the request of the IARCSC, UNDP will support the Training and
Development Department of the Commission in designing, coordinating and
managing its envisaged activities under the Strategy through the recently
launched Civil Service Leadership Development Project. For this purpose a PMU
is to be set up to manage the implementation process.
Duties and responsibilities:
Under the overall guidance of the UNDP Senior Deputy Country Director
(Programme) and the IARCSC Director of Training and Development and the
direct supervision of the UNDP focal point, the technical advisor will
support the PMU that is managing the implementation of the Civil Service
Leadership Development Strategy in the Training and Development Department of
the IARCSC in all stages necessary to implement the Strategy. She/he will be
based at the IARCSC. The incumbent’s tasks will include, but not be
necessarily be limited to:
(1) Provision of technical and management advice related to coordinating the
implementation of the individual strategies set out in the Strategy, the
individual actions set out in the Action Plan, and activities contained in
the Project Plan
- Support the Project Manager and
the Program Support Managers in decision-making and in particular in the
determination of technical development issues in implementing the Strategy,
Action Plan and Project;
- Establish the development programs management system as set out in the
Action Plan;
- Facilitate the PMU developing and maintaining ongoing relationships with
stakeholders and in marketing activities;
- Prepare regular draft reports on the progress in implementing the Strategy
for the IARCSC;
- Ensure effective monitoring of implementation action, the integration of
action between different parts of the Strategy and follow up on matters
raised through evaluation;
- Follow up the implementation of the work undertaken by the short-term
Technical Advisors on the Leadership Development Data Base and the Evaluation
Framework respectively.
- Assist in mid term review of the Strategy’s implementation in late 2005.
(2) Provision of technical advice to the PMU related to the standards set by
the Strategy and Action Plan, for the design of all development programs and
liaison with particular providers on the quality and acceptability of any
draft design documents for individual programs, the curriculum and the
learning materials;
- Ensure that providers involved
in program design have a clear understanding of the program design process- including
competencies, the timelines, format, design standards, context and the target
group’s learning requirements;
- Review and critique draft design materials forwarded by providers against
the design requirements and liaise on any adjustments that are needed.
(3) Provision of technical advice to the PMU related to the standards set by
the Strategy for delivery of all development programs and liaison with
particular providers on the quality of actual delivery of particular
programs.
- Review the experience in
delivery of particular programs both as to coverage of the competencies, the
relevance to context, the pitch of delivery and the level of interaction by
the target group, the comprehension of presentations and materials etc.
- Maintain close involvement in the implementation of the Mentoring Program
to ensure that the mentoring services are effective and valued.
- Liaise with providers on any adjustments that are required.
(4) Provision of policy advice to the IARCSC on issues related to leadership
development in the Civil Service
- Liaise with the IARCSC and other
central agencies on progress in Civil Service reform and change management as
it affects the Strategy’s implementation
- Ensure that the development programs offered under the Strategy maintain
their currency and reinforce the reforms and changes;
- Provide policy advice on the further options available to the IARCSC to
broaden the management and development of senior civil servants.
(5) Provide capacity building support to the staff of the PMU in relation to
managing the design, delivery and the administration of leadership
development programs;
- Provide on the job training in
all stages of the design, delivery and administration process and reinforce
training with ongoing mentoring and coaching, as needed;
- Provide customer service and marketing training to all PMU staff.
(6) Facilitate provision of additional capacity building support to local
providers involved in the implementation of the Strategy.
- Liaise regularly with local
providers on their experience in implementing the Strategy and provide
coaching and mentoring support with a view to considering a possibly broader
role for them in delivery in 2006.
Within the two weeks of his/her arrival and in close consultation with the
IARCSC and UNDP the International Technical Advisor will prepare a detailed
work-plan for the duration of the consultancy. This will also include a list
of key deliverables that will be approved by UNDP. A de-briefing shall be
delivered to the Country Director, the Senior Deputy Country Director and to
the IARCSC. A final mission report will be submitted to UNDP no later than 10
days after the assignment. Reports and other relevant produced outputs will
be shared with the IARCSC and relevant Ministerial focal points.
Qualification and Experience:
- Advanced degree in the area(s) of public administration reform, management,
law, political science or other related social sciences backgrounds;
- At least 10 years experience in public administration issues, specifically
in leadership development and in conducting training and development
programs. Prior experience with public sector reform in transitional and/or
post conflict countries would be highly desirable;
- Capacity to work in a cross cultural context as part of a team;
- Experience in capacity building and skills transfer;
- Experience and proven skills in the design and implementation of education
curricula or programs in the field of public administration;
- Strong experience in conducting instructional and participatory trainings,
workshops, and presentations; training of trainers;
- Strong team leadership abilities, interpersonal skills and communication
skills;
- Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English, knowledge of Dari or
Pashto an asset.
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. 15
January 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
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position should be sent to:
vacancies.afghanistan@undp.org
Position
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Senior Human Resources Manager
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Hiring Agency
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Altai Consulting
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Hiring Agency Description
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Altai Consulting is an Afghanistan based company specialized in
Strategy Consulting, Research and Communication. Its client base is composed
of major International Aid Agencies and Private Sector Organizations.
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Position Location
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Afghanistan (Kabul)
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Closing date
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15 Jan 2005
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Job Description and qualifications:
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Altai Consulting is currently looking for a Senior Human Resources Manager as
of January 2005 for a project in the area of Technical Assistance with a
Government Agency of the Islamic State of Afghanistan.
The Senior Human Resources Manager will:
- Liaise with line Ministries in order to assess their needs for Technical
Assistance
- Support the Ministries in drafting Terms of Reference for the various
positions
- Search and recruit the best international experts
- Negotiate remuneration packages and handle all contractual matters
- Organize the experts’ evaluation process
- Define and implement HR policies and procedures for expatriate staff
- Prepare the project to become an independent Project Implementation Unit
for the Afghan Government by transferring skills to national Afghan staff.
Candidates must demonstrate the following qualification and experience:
- Minimum of a Master’s degree in a relevant discipline
- 10 years of experience in International Human Resources Management
- A previous experience in a post-conflict environment is a strong plus
- Knowledge of World Bank procedures is highly desirable
- Perfect command of English language, both oral and written
- Recognized leadership abilities
Duration: 6 months
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Applications for this position
should be sent to:
Candidates must send their resume
and cover letter to Rodolphe Baudeau at rbaudeau@altaiconsulting.com, under the
reference HR-03 by January 15, 2005. Only pre-selected candidates will
be contacted.
Position
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Monitoring & Evaluation
Interns (3 Positions)
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Hiring Agency
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ActionAid (http://www.actionaid.org)
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Hiring Agency Description
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ActionAid is an international
social development organization with a mission to work with poor and
marginalized women, men, girls and boys to eradicate poverty, injustice and
inequity that cause it. ActionAid International has work and presence in more
than 40 countries in Africa, Asia, Americas and Europe. We work in partnership with
CBOs, NGOs, social movements, people’s organization, urban and rural
communities and activists. ActionAid International engages with governments,
international development organizations and private companies to ensure
pro-poor policies, programmes and practice. Our poverty eradication programs
focus on equity, dignity and rights of poor and marginalized people and
communities and on the core themes of gender inequity, food security,
education, governance and HIV/Aids. Our work in Afghanistan commenced in early 2001 with a
small initiative and has deepened and expanded over the years.
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Position Location
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Afghanistan (These positions are based in
provinces of the northern region demanding extensive travel to remote field
areas.)
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Closing date
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07
Jan 2005
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Job Description and
qualifications:
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ActionAid
Afghanistan
These Interns will be primarily responsible for monitoring and evaluation of
ongoing projects and programs and ensuring due documentation of learnings and
experiences. S/he will be responsible for developing tools and methods for
monitoring & evaluation, planning and implementation. Other
responsibilities would involve preparing statuary reports, supporting the
team in proposal writing, collecting qualitative information and analyzing the
outcome and lessons learnt, developing data collection system and writing
reports and field experiences.
They will have sound understanding of monitoring and evaluation systems and
posses graduate degree with at least one year of working experience on monitoring
and evaluation system. Persons who would be open to learning more about
monitoring and evaluation systems and prepared to make all round
contributions to the organizational goals are welcomed.
Fellowship amount of 500 to 700 USD, accommodation, round trip airfare,
insurance and medical benefits will be covered.
The duration of the above engagements is initially for one year. We are
interested in mature and self-motivated persons having capacity for
independent work and committed to working on issues of poverty and rights in
a difficult work setting. They should have excellent networking and
communication skills with fluency in English both written and spoken.
Knowledge of Afghani languages would be an asset. Good interpersonal skills
are extremely essential and experience of working in multi cultural work
settings both within the region and internationally would be advantageous.
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Applications for this
position should be sent to:
Please email your application by the
7th of January 2005 with a recent CV and names of two referees to: job@actionaidasia.org .
Applicants from Afghanistan may also post it directly to:
Qale-a- Fatullah Street 2, House 74, Kabul, Afghanistan. Please indicate the title of the
position in the subject of your email application. We will be able to respond
to the shortlisted candidates only for the selection process.
Position
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Rural Micro-Finance Advisor
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Hiring Agency
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UN Human Settlements Program
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Hiring Agency Description
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UN-HABITAT Afghanistan: The United Nations Human
Settlements Program, UN-HABITAT, has been working from within Afghanistan for the past 15 years with the
funding support of UNDP and several bilateral donors as well as The World
Bank. During this period, its program expanded to include a wide range of
human settlements initiatives, from small-scale neighbourhood level
improvement schemes to community empowerment. UN-HABITAT has been assisting
the Transitional Islamic State of Afghanistan through a number of projects,
both urban and rural, supported by different donors. In terms of its rural
programme, UN-HABITAT is supporting the Ministry of Rural Rehabilitation and
Development (MRRD) to implement the National Solidarity Program (NSP) in 17
districts in six provinces: Bamyan, Parwan, Panjshir, Kandahar, Herat and Farah. With funding from
USAID, the Education Development Centre (EDC) and UN-HABITAT are developing
an integrated programme of support to approximately 200 rural communities
that have completed their first year of activities under the NSP. The
Literacy and Community Empowerment Programme (LCEP) will strengthen community
capacities in four specific areas: (a) literacy, numeracy and life skills;
(b) local governance; (c) micro-finance; (d) micro-enterprise development.
The strategy of community self-reliance underpins all four components. Under the literacy component,
community members support each other to strengthen basic literacy, numeracy
and practical life skills using a non-formal education approach targeting
community members who have not been able to or cannot access the formal system.
In addition to this core foundation, specific modules will be developed to
support the practical training that will take place under the local
governance, micro-finance and micro-enterprise development components. The local governance component
will focus on strengthening the capacity of Community Development Councils
(CDCs) to become the foundation for grassroots development planning and
management in Afghanistan. Activities will focus on the
following core areas: (a) strengthening the overall management capacity of
CDCs; (b) promoting transparent and accountable governance through community
monitoring and public audits; (c) strengthening linkages between CDCs and the
formal Government institutions at the district and provincial levels. The micro-finance component will
build on Afghan traditions of community savings to provide support to form
savings and credit self-help groups at cluster level of existing UN-HABITAT
working rural villages. This is a savings based approach so it starts by
collecting savings after formation of savings and credit self-help group
(SHG). The loans are granted after formation of federating SHGs into a
governing body (committee) under the Community Development Council. The
required rules and regulation will formulate by group members with following
minimum required guide lines prepared by LCEP. The micro-enterprise component
will emphasize the diversification of small business opportunities to include
new possibilities in agriculture, livestock, crafts and appropriate
technology, particularly for women. In addition, business development support
will be provided including training in such issues as the business plan,
market analysis, etc..
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Position Location
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Afghanistan (Islamabad, Pakistan – Duty station of entitlements; Kabul, Afghanistan – Duty station of assignment;
(with frequent travel to other parts of Afghanistan, 50% of time to be spent in the
field))
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Closing date
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10 Jan 2005
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Job Description and
qualifications:
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1. Duties and Responsibilities
Under the overall supervision of the Chief Technical Advisor and in
consultation with senior staff in Kabul and the Provinces, the
Micro-Finance Advisor will report to the LCEP Programme Manager. Her/His
duties and responsibilities will include:
1.1 Support UN-HABITAT provincial teams to develop and implement a strategy
for the savings and investment component of the LCEP, including:
(a) Selecting provinces and districts for pilot phase;
(b) Assess the existing savings box activity and make a final decision for
pilot test of 25 CDC;
(c) Identify focal persons at district level and train on Self-Help Group
(SHG) formation and its operational modalities;
(d) Select Social Organizers and train them on SHG formation process and its
operational modalities;
(e) Arrange preliminary meetings at selected CDC to inform about savings and
investment component of the LCEP;
(f) Form savings and credit self-help groups at cluster level and train them
to do their regular business;
(g) federate self-help groups at CDC level and establish a governing body;
(h) Replicate the test approach in more one or two provinces and expand
another province on demand basis;
1.2 Develop training materials and supervise their translation, including:
(a) Prepare draft manual to conduct CDC level introductory meetings with
poster of community bank approach;
(b) Prepare draft manual to form savings and credit self-help groups at
cluster level;
(c) Prepare draft bylaws for an informal community bank;
(d) Prepare draft policy of compulsory group savings for social organizers
and SHG members;
(e) Develop accounting manual for SHG level activities with require forms and
formats;
(f) Prepare draft policy of group guarantee loan policy for social organizers
and SHG members;
(g) Prepare draft policy of social fund for social organizers and SHG
members.
(h) Develop accounting manual for governing body level activities with
require forms and formats;
(i) Develop reporting formats to prepare community bank progress reports;
1.3 Provide training to strengthen community capacity to manage savings and
investment activities, including:
(a) Training for focal person of province and district office including
social organizers on issues such as formation of SHGs, record keeping,
monitoring;
(b) Training for social organizers on facilitating SHG and governing body
meetings, calculations for savings and loan products, monthly reporting, etc;
(c) Training for SHG members on SHG formation and operations and orientation
on savings and credit products;
(d) Training for SHG leaders (group leader and group secretary) on roles and
responsibilities, record keeping and cash management;
(e) Training for governing body and internal controllers, including recording
keeping, savings and loan management, progress reports, etc.;
1.4Backstop District Trainers, Social Organisers, and Self-Help Groups,
including:
(a) Core Trainers are responsible to conduct major training at district level
trainings and provide necessary supports to district trainers;
(b) District trainers are responsible for district and CDC level support to
social organizers;
(c) Social organizers are responsible to conduct SHG level training program
and provide necessary supports to governing body official of community bank;
(d) Initial four to six months period, social organizers facilitate SHG
regular meetings (weekly or biweekly) and train group leaders to conduct
their regular meetings and keep records. After that SHG leader take
responsibilities for it and social organizers monitor by visiting once a
month in their regular meetings;
(e) Social organizers also play important role at community bank governing
body meetings. Every governing body meeting social organizers presence is
must. During the meeting also prepare monthly progress report for district
and province about individual community bank and this report should discuss
at governing body level as well;
1.5 Prepare reporting and MIS system to support SHG management, including:
(a) Before governing body formation, social organizers prepare SHG level
progress report for district and province office on monthly basis;
(b) Later on social organizers support to the governing body to prepare
monthly report;
(c) District and Province office prepare a monthly report for centre office;
(d) Prepare regular and ad hoc reports related to the micro-finance component
of LCEP;
1.6Support the Programme Manager in any other related tasks as agreed and
assigned;
2.QUALIFICATIONS
The applicant should have at least 5 years of field experience working with
community based rural micro-finance initiatives. Specific knowledge in
developing the systems, procedures and forms to support the establishment of
a new programme is a distinct advantage. A strong training background,
including in materials design, would be desirable.
The ability to think creatively, work in a team, and perform under
challenging circumstances is crucial. The applicant should have good English
language and writing skills. The applicant should have experience of working
with Government counterpart and various partners.
3.TRAVEL ADVICE/REQUIREMENTS
The applicant shall abide by all UN security instructions.
4.REPORTING ARRANGEMENTS
The incumbent will report to the LCEP Programme Manager under the overall
supervision of the CTA, UN-HABITAT NSP
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Applications for this
position should be sent to:
LCEP-Rural Micro-Finance Advisor
Position
Candidates must send his/her CV and P-11 form (MS-Word or PDF) by 10 January
2005 to the address below:
Applications should be sent to:
UN-HABITAT Fukuoka Office
ACROS Fukuoka 8th Floor
1-1-1 Tenjin Chuo-ku, Fukuoka 810-0001
Fax: (81-92) 724-7124
E-mail: habitat.fukuoka@unhabitat.org
* Please note that we will contact only the short-listed candidates.
Position
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Country Coordinator
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Hiring Agency
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Agency for Technical Cooperation
and Development (http://www.acted.org)
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Position Location
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Afghanistan (Kabul)
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Closing date
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30 Jan 2005
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Job Description and
qualifications:
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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
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Applications for this
position should be sent to:
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
Position
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Area Coordinator North
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Hiring Agency
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Agency for Technical Cooperation
and Development (http://www.acted.org)
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Position Location
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Afghanistan (Mazar-e-Sharif)
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Closing date
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30 Jan 2005
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Job Description and
qualifications:
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Duration: 1 year with possibility of extension
Starting date: January 2005
I. 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.
II. Responsibilities:
ACTED is currently looking to fill an Area Coordinator post in
Mazar-e-Sharif. The incumbent will have overall management responsibility of
2 bases (Mazar-e-sharif, Maymana) and 3 sub-bases spread across these two
areas. Project activities encompass Emergency Relief, Health Promotion,
Economic Development, institution building and Food Security 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 Deputy Coordinator and with his 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.
IV. 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.
IV. 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
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Applications for this
position should be sent to:
Applications, 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
Position
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Area Coordinator North-East
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Hiring Agency
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Agency for Technical Cooperation
and Development (http://www.acted.org)
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Position Location
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Afghanistan (Kunduz)
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Closing date
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20 Jan 2005
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Job Description and
qualifications:
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Duration: 1 year with possibility of extension
Starting date: January 2005
I. 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.
II. Responsibilities:
ACTED is currently looking to fill a Regional Coordinator post in Kunduz. The
incumbent will have overall management responsibility of 4 bases (Taloqan,
Pul-e-Khumri, Baghlan, Kunduz) and 7 sub-bases spread across these four
areas. Project activities encompass Emergency Relief, Economic Development,
Health Promotion, Education and Training, Micro-Finance, cultural Promotion.
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 Deputy Coordinator and with his 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, 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, incuding
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.
III. 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.
IV. 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
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Applications for this
position should be sent to:
Applications, 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
Position
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Area Coordinator Center
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Hiring Agency
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Agency for Technical Cooperation
and Development (http://www.acted.org)
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Position Location
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Afghanistan (Charikar, Shamali )
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Closing date
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30 Jan 2005
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Job Description and
qualifications:
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Duration: 1 year with possibility of extension
Starting date: January 2005
I. 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.
II. 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.
III. 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.
IV. 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
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Applications for this
position should be sent to:
Applications, 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
Position
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National Solidarity Programme
(NSP) Project Engineer (Advisor)
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Hiring Agency
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UN Human Settlements Program
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Hiring Agency Description
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UN-HABITAT Afghanistan: The United Nations Human
Settlements Program, UN-HABITAT, has been working from within Afghanistan for the past 15 years with the
funding support of UNDP and several bilateral donors as well as The World
Bank. During this period, its program expanded to include a wide range of
human settlements initiatives, from small-scale neighbourhood level
improvement schemes to community empowerment. UN-HABITAT has been assisting
the Transitional Islamic State of Afghanistan through a number of projects,
both urban and rural, supported by different donors. In terms of its rural
programme, UN-HABITAT is supporting the Ministry of Rural Rehabilitation and
Development (MRRD) to implement the National Solidarity Program (NSP). The
programme addresses two objectives: establishing and empowering elected
Community Development Councils (CDCs) to take charge of their development
agenda; transferring block grant funds directly to the CDCs to enable them to
address priority infrastructure needs. Currently UN-HABITAT is directly engaged
in implementing this programme in 17 districts in six provinces: Bamyan,
Parwan, Panjshir, Kandahar, Herat and Farah. Experience from the
first year shows that communities are tending to prioritize infrastructure
projects for block grant funding. The priority projects include schools,
clinics, public baths, irrigation canals, water supply, micro-hydropower,
roads and culverts, and bridges. UN-HABITAT has emphasized community-based,
labour-intensive approaches to completion of infrastructure projects. Given this infrastructure
emphasis, UN-HABITAT seeks to recruit a Project Engineer to support rural
communities to successfully implement their block-grant projects.
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Position Location
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Afghanistan (Islamabad, Pakistan – Duty station of Entitlements Kabul, Afghanistan - Duty station
of Assignments (with frequent travel to other parts of the country, 50% time
to be spent in the field))
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Closing date
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10 Jan 2005
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Job Description and
qualifications:
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1. Duties and Responsibilities
Reporting to the Chief Technical Advisor, and in consultation with senior
staff in Kabul and the Provinces, the Project Engineer’s duties and
responsibilities include:
1.1 Support UN-HABITAT provincial teams to achieve contracted targets for
sub-project preparation, implementation and completion through:
(a) Review the standard forms and format for preparing proposals of NSP block
grant projects;
(b) Review the system and practice of design and estimation of various
infrastructure projects under NSP;
(c) In consultation with the NSP Oversight Consultant, MRRD and relevant
Ministries develop a catalogue of standard designs, type design, design aid
etc. and provide training in its application in the field;
(d) Assist to standardize/ harmonize work norms, rate analysis and estimation
principles and practices;
(e) Prepare training outlines and training related to rural infrastructure
development
(f) Provide ad-hoc on the job training to technical supervisors;
(g) Liaise with the NSP Oversight Consultant to identify ways and means to
expedite approval and disbursement processes;
(h) Support the preparation of monthly sub-project status reports and review
to identify and propose solutions for any bottlenecks;
1.2 Strengthening the capacity of communities to design and implement small
infrastructure projects funded under the NSP, including:
(a) Review current practice and establish standard system of community
contracting, billing and payments;
(b) Review and improve the standard practices of preparing contracts and
bills of quantities for private contracts;
(c) Prepare a training module to develop a cadre of “village technical
supervisors” to supervise the various types of infrastructure works
constructed in NSP;
(d) Strengthen the capacity of field supervision by developing “village
technical supervisors and establishing supervising line of command;
(e) Organize engineering orientation/ training to village supervisors and
social organisers on basic engineering to improve the physical quality of
works;
(f) Promote exchange visits and sharing of “good practices” between
communities;
1.3 Improve the sustainability of infrastructure projects by strengthening
operation and maintenance, cost-recovery and related service/information
systems into project design and implementation, including:
(a) Develop a concept and approach for operation and maintenance of local
infrastructures in the rural context of Afghanistan;
(b) Systematically integrate O&M into the catalogue of standard project
design and monitor its implementation in the field;
(c) Strengthen existing tools for ensuring cost-recovery is incorporated in
project design and integrate into the catalogue of standard project designs;
(d) Develop a system to ensure related infrastructure and information is
systematically integrated in project design, for example, including hygiene
education component for water supply projects or ensuring sanitation needs
are met for schools/clinics, etc.)
1.4 Strengthening the capacity communities in monitoring project
implementation and ensure accountability for project funds, including:
(a) Review and strengthen community based monitoring systems currently in
practice to improve accountability;
(b) Developing and implement a programme to mainstream the concept and
methodology of “Social Audit” within NSP communities;
(c) Identify, adapt and introduce any other “good practices” related to
promoting transparency and accountability at the community level;
1.5 Identify opportunities and introduce new ideas and approaches
(a) Identify opportunities to introduce or strengthen labour-based
technologies and approaches;
(b) Based on experience, prepare orientation and promotion materials for
promotion of labour based technology;
(c) Explore, identify and pilot opportunity of technology transfer in rural
engineering;
1.6 Assist UN-HABITAT in any other related tasks as agreed and assigned by
CTA;
2.QUALIFICATIONS
The applicant should have at least 10 years of field experience working with community
based rural infrastructure development initiatives. Specific knowledge in
labour based technology with experience in holistic rural development
planning and management is an advantage. A strong training background,
including in materials design, would be desirable. The ability to think
creatively, work in a team, and perform under challenging circumstances is
crucial. The applicant should have good English language and writing skills.
The applicant should have experience of working with Government counterpart
and various partners.
3.TRAVEL ADVICE/REQUIREMENTS
The applicant shall abide by all UN security instructions.
4.REPORTING ARRANGEMENTS
The incumbent will report to the CTA, UN-HABITAT NSP
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Applications for this
position should be sent to:
NSP-Project Engineer (Advisor)
Position
Candidates must send his/her CV and P-11 form (MS-Word or PDF) by 10 January
2005 to the address below:
Applications should be sent to:
UN-HABITAT Fukuoka Office
ACROS Fukuoka 8th Floor
1-1-1 Tenjin Chuo-ku, Fukuoka 810-0001
Fax: (81-92) 724-7124
E-mail: habitat.fukuoka@unhabitat.org
* Please note that we will contact only the short-listed candidates.
Position
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Project Manager of the Gender
Training Institute
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Hiring Agency
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UN
Development Programme (http://www.undp.org/)
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Position Location
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Afghanistan (Afghanistan (Kabul))
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Closing date
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05
Jan 2005
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Job Description and
qualifications:
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VACANCY
ANNOUNCEMENT No. 2004/12/319 (Readvertisement)
Date: 21 December 2004
Post Title: Project Manager of the Gender Training Institute
Organization: UNDP /Ministry of Women’s Affairs (MoWA)
Type of Appointment: ALD International (ALD 3)
Duration: One Year (with possibility of extension)
Duty Station: Kabul, Afghanistan
No of position: One (1)
Closing date: 05 January 2005
Background:
The purpose of the post is to support MoWA and Kabul University initiative to
establish Gender Training Institute, which is developed as one of the main
components of the UNDP Institutional Capacity Building Program Support to
MoWA Program. The project manager, in coordination with the duly designated
representative(s) of the university, will be responsible to establish
policies, regulations, system, procedures program and activities for the
Gender Training Institute and also oversee the implementation, and
modification of such policies.
Project Manager specific accountability for achieving all of the defined
project objectives within the time and resources allocated. The Project
Manager performs the day-to-day management of the project. Specifically,
he/she will focus on the capacity building of the assigned and recruited
project staff and staff of gender tranining institute some of whom will be
from Kabul University and MoWA. Project Coordinator
will work closely with curriculum development expert an international staff
in program development, while carrying out planning, coordination, budgeting,
financial management, staff management, monitoring & evaluation and
reporting;
Reporting:
The Project Manager will be accountable and report to UNDP Program Manager.
The post-holder will be counterpart of the assigned committees and
individuals from Kabul University and MoWA.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Establish
GTI project coordination office including procurement of equipments, staff
recruitment, preparation of ToRs and supervision and strengthening the
capacity of the project staff;
In
consultation with project partners, develop annual work plan and manage
operational budget, which consist of, identifying resource requirements to
meet the programme needs; and also ensuring that the budget is spent
efficiently.
Form
and facilitate the functioning of consultative and decision making committees
among MoWA and Kabul university professionals, in relevance to work areas of
each office to be established under GTI organizational structure such as
committees for admissions, finance and admin, curriculum development,
internship and others;
Provide
technical assistance in the establishment of system for management and
supervision of the operation of gender training institute mainly in the areas
of : Program/Curriculum Development, Admin and Finance, External Affairs,
Establishment of Resource Centre, all of which needs to be in agreement with
the policy and regulations of higher education in Afghanistan;
Develop
project proposals to expand project resources and meet donor requirements for
reporting.
Provide
policy and technical support to the MoWA and Kabul University officials,
advisers and program staff to ensure that the capacity is built to plan, finance
and manage the gender training institute and are effectively and efficiently
implemented;
Establish
and manage formal links with academic resources, experts, UN organizations
and others at the international level for the conceptualization and planning
of the program and activities of the Gender Training Institute;
Deliver
the outputs described above timely, efficiently and systematically in
accordance with a work plan that would be mutually agreed upon between
her/him and the MOWA, through the Institutional Capacity Building Team.
Produce
timely report for UNDP Program Managements, donors and other stakeholders as
required;
Required Qualifications & Experience
PhD or
equivalent, or a Masters Degree in development with specialization on women
and gender studies with a record of research and publication in a discipline
required by the Institution.
A
minimum of ten years of work and particular management and supervisory
experience in the establishment or initiation of training/academic institute.
Demonstrated
experience of successful management of staffs up to thirty.
Should
have a very strong network among gender scholars, activists and
organizations.
Work
experience in a developing country.
Systematic
and have knowledge and experience in result based management.
Have
strong skills in team building and ability to work and communicate
effectively in a wide variety of cultural settings with flexibility,
confidentiality, initiative.
Fluent
in English and local language knowledge Dari/Pashto is an asset.
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. 05
January 2005) will not be given consideration. Only short-listed candidates whose
applications respond to the above criteria will be contacted for test and
interview.
Previous applicants do not need to apply.
Internal Candidates are eligible to apply only if they have completed full
tenure of their current agreement
Women candidates are highly encouraged to apply
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Applications for this
position should be sent to:
vacancies.afghanistan@undp.org
Position
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Regional/ Provincial Logistics
Officer
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Hiring Agency
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UN Office for Project Services (http://www.unops.org/)
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Hiring Agency Description
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UN Service Provider
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Position Location
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Afghanistan (Kabul)
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Closing date
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07
Jan 2005
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Job Description and
qualifications:
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Background
The Afghan Government has announced the holding of elections for Parliament
in July 2005. The Joint Electoral Management Body (JEMB) consists of Afghan
Electoral Commissioners, UN appointees, and the Secretariat of the JEMB
supported by UNOPS who are responsible for the electoral process.
Duties and Responsibilities:
As part of the Regional/Provincial Management Team and in coordination with
the Project Management Team in Kabul, the incumbent of the post is required
to perform the following specific duties and responsibilities:
1.Coordinates with the Project Management Team members the requirements to
carry out the project in a timely and cost-efficient manner to the best
satisfaction of our clients.
2.Manages the logistic operations activities of the OSU in the
region/province. Ensures timely and cost-efficient delivery of tasks and
duties such as sub-contracting of local companies, renting and rehabilitating
of premises, communication systems, office equipment and supply,
transportation and fuel agreements in coordination with the project
management team at HQ in Kabul.
3.Supervises and works closely with the Regional/Provincial Project
Admin/Finance Officer to ensure a proper management and record keeping
according to UNOPS rules and regulations.
4.Establishes and maintains regional/provincial offices sufficient to support
project needs and in full compliance with UN security regulations.
5.Manages provincial transport requirements; assigns duties to drivers
ensuring timely services, issuing fuel, recording log-books and maintenance
and repair/recovery of vehicles.
6.Supervises all project related national staff contracted by UNOPS in the
region/province.
7.Briefs and assists new international staff, experts and consultants about
the project requirements and procedures.
8.Assists in obtaining security clearance for international staff and
missions to his/her project area.
9.Ensures regular radio reporting procedures.
10.Performs other duties as and when assigned by the office of the Country
Coordinator or the Project Management Team
Reporting
The RLC/PLC will provide regular progress Situation Reports and will prepare
information notes and updates as required by the Operations Manager or Chief
of Logistics at HQ in Kabul.
Minimum Qualifications & Experience Required:
•Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree or substantial professional experience in the
field.
•Fluency in written and spoken English
•Minimum 6 years of progressively responsible logistic and management
experience, preferably with relevant UN System/Organization experience.
•Minimum 4 years relevant field work experience in a developing country.
•Knowledge of UN/UNDP/UNOPS rules and regulations considered an asset.
•Excellent communication and team-building skills.
•Cultural sensitive
•Sound judgement and mature disposition and ability to advise, counsel and
guide others in the performance of their duties are very important.
•Ability to work long hours when required
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Applications for this
position should be sent to:
Submission of Applications:
Applications should comprise of a one page cover letter explaining your
interest and suitability for the position and a CV in the P11 format, which can
be found by clicking on the following link http://www.undp.org.ph/jobs/p11form.doc.
Interested international candidates should either submit their application in
writing marked “Confidential”, and clearly indicate on the sealed envelope the
Vacancy Announcement Number (VA) to the UNOPS Operation Support Unit _
Elections, at UNOCA Compound, Kabul Afghanistan; or email their application
(indicating on the subject line the VA number and the title of the position
applied for) to recruitmentAPIF@unopsmail.org
Applications sent to any other address will be rejected.
Please note that applications received after the closing date 07
January 2005
will not be given consideration. Only short-listed candidates whose
applications respond to the above criteria will be contacted for test and
interview.
Women Candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
Position
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Training Officer
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Hiring Agency
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UN Office for Project Services (http://www.unops.org/)
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Hiring Agency Description
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UN Service Provider
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Position Location
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Afghanistan (Kabul)
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Closing date
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07
Jan 2005
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Job Description and
qualifications:
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VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT No.
AFG/OSU/05-VA003
Post Title: Training Officer
Organization: JEMB/UNOPS
Unit: JEMB/UNOPS
Type of Appointment: Special Service Agreement (International)
Duration: 6 months (with possible extension depending on staff
member’s performance and the duration of the project)
Duty Station: Kabul, Afghanistan
Starting Date: January 2005
No. of position: Several
Closing date: 07 January 2005
Background
The Afghan Government has announced the holding of elections for Parliament
in July 2005. The Joint Electoral Management Body (JEMB) consists of Afghan
Electoral Commissioners, UN appointees, and the Secretariat of the JEMB
supported by UNOPS who are responsible for the electoral process.
Job Summary
The Training Officer will help develop training materials and training
programs. S/he will provide technical assistance in training and work with
training staff to perform the following activities.
Duties and Responsibilities:
1.Devise a cascade training program for operational training;
2.Develop training content and materials for the operational training,
including where possible training aids such as flip chart and manuals, etc,
3.Based on the law and relevant procedure, draft and design user friendly
handbook for the use of electoral staff in the different phases of the
electoral process;
4.Conduct the training of Trainers who will conduct field training;
5.Advise, support and monitor the training conducted and assist with reports
on training;
6.Assist in the development, organization and implementation of training
courses for JEMB/UNOPS Electoral staff and other UN Agencies, International
and local NGOs on electoral procedures as appropriate.
7.Supervise and assist the Provincial Training Officers.
Minimum Qualifications & Experience Required:
•University degree (political, social science, education or related field)
•Experience in development training, human resources development.
•Substantial experience in elections, electoral training and staff
development;
•organizational skills;
•Well developed interpersonal skills and sensitivity to local custom and
traditions;
•Knowledge of political issues related to Afghanistan is an asset.
•Fluency in English.
•Proficiency in any of the local languages an asset.
•Flexibility and willingness to live and work in hazardous conditions
involving physical hardship and little comfort.
•Ability to work harmoniously with people of different cultural background
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Applications for this
position should be sent to:
Submission of Applications:
Applications should comprise of a one page cover letter explaining your
interest and suitability for the position and a CV in the P11 format, which can
be found by clicking on the following link http://www.undp.org.ph/jobs/p11form.doc.
Interested international candidates should either submit their application in
writing marked “Confidential”, and clearly indicate on the sealed envelope the
Vacancy Announcement Number (VA) to the UNOPS Operation Support Unit -
Elections, at UNOCA Compound, Kabul Afghanistan; or email their application
(indicating on the subject line the VA number and the title of the position
applied for) to recruitmentAPIF@unopsmail.org
Applications sent to any other address will be rejected.
Please note that applications received after the closing date 07
January 2005
will not be given consideration. Only short-listed candidates whose
applications respond to the above criteria will be contacted for test and
interview.
Women Candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
Position
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Software Developer
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Hiring Agency
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UN Office for Project Services (http://www.unops.org/)
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Hiring Agency Description
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UN Service Provider
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Position Location
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Afghanistan (Kabul)
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Closing date
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07
Jan 2005
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Job Description and
qualifications:
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VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT No.
AFG/OSU/05-VA004
Post Title: Software Developer
Organization: JEMB/UNOPS
Unit: JEMB/UNOPS
Type of Appointment: Special Service Agreement (International)
Duration: 6 months (with possible extension depending on staff
member’s performance and the duration of the project)
Duty Station: Kabul, Afghanistan
Starting Date: January 2005
No. of position: One
Closing date: 07 January 2005
Background
The Afghan Government has announced the holding of elections for Parliament
in July 2005. The Joint Electoral Management Body (JEMB) consists of Afghan
Electoral Commissioners, UN appointees, and the Secretariat of the JEMB
supported by UNOPS who are responsible for the electoral process.
Job Summary
Software developer is required to address an anticipated need for server-side
web developing and additional elections and Voter Registration related
software development and maintenance.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Under authority of the Data Management and Technical Director of the Data
Processing Unit and overall guidance of the Head of Unit the incumbent will:
•Develop additional functionality for large client/server election and voter
registration system
•Develop additions to election results website
•Design, develop, and maintain new software applications as required
•Assist in database, network, and user administration
•Train national counterparts
•Train and support end users
•Other duties as assigned by the Data Management and Technical Director
Minimum Qualifications & Experience Required:
•University Degree in Information Technology or related field
•At least 3-4 years of software development experience, with at least 2 years
in Visual Basic client/server development
•Strongly prefer 1 year experience with VB.NET and SQL Server
•2+ years experience with 5M+ record databases and 25+ client environments
•Experience with server-side web development, preferably using ASP.NET
•Experience developing multi-lingual applications
•Well developed interpersonal skills and sensitivity to local customs and
traditions
•Flexibility to live and work in hazardous conditions involving physical
hardship and little comfort
•Excellent knowledge of English and good knowledge of local languages
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Applications for this
position should be sent to:
Submission of Applications:
Applications should comprise of a one page cover letter explaining your
interest and suitability for the position and a CV in the P11 format, which can
be found by clicking on the following link http://www.undp.org.ph/jobs/p11form.doc.
Interested international candidates should either submit their application in
writing marked “Confidential”, and clearly indicate on the sealed envelope the
Vacancy Announcement Number (VA) to the UNOPS Operation Support Unit -
Elections, at UNOCA Compound, Kabul Afghanistan; or email their application
(indicating on the subject line the VA number and the title of the position
applied for) to recruitmentAPIF@unopsmail.org
Applications sent to any other address will be rejected.
Please note that applications received after the closing date 07
January 2005
will not be given consideration. Only short-listed candidates whose
applications respond to the above criteria will be contacted for test and
interview.
Women Candidates are highly encouraged to apply
Position
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Regional/Provincial Logistics
Officer
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Hiring Agency
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UN Office for Project Services (http://www.unops.org/)
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Hiring Agency Description
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UN Service Provider
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Position Location
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Afghanistan (Kabul)
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Closing date
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07
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Job Description and
qualifications:
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VACANCY
ANNOUNCEMENT No. AFG/OSU/05-VA001
Post Title: Regional/Provincial Logistics Officer
Organization: JEMB/UNOPS
Unit: JEMB/UNOPS
Type of Appointment: Special Service Agreement (International)
Duration: 6 months (with possible extension depending on staff
member’s performance and the duration of the project)
Duty Station: Kabul, Afghanistan
Starting Date: January 2005
No. of position: Several
Closing date: 07 January 2005
Background
The Afghan Government has announced the holding of elections for Parliament
in July 2005. The Joint Electoral Management Body (JEMB) consists of Afghan
Electoral Commissioners, UN appointees, and the Secretariat of the JEMB
supported by UNOPS who are responsible for the electoral process.
Duties and Responsibilities:
As part of the Regional/Provincial Management Team and in coordination with
the Project Management Team in Kabul, the incumbent of the post is required
to perform the following specific duties and responsibilities:
1.Coordinates with the Project Management Team members the requirements to
carry out the project in a timely and cost-efficient manner to the best
satisfaction of our clients.
2.Manages the logistic operations activities of the OSU in the
region/province. Ensures timely and cost-efficient delivery of tasks and
duties such as sub-contracting of local companies, renting and rehabilitating
of premises, communication systems, office equipment and supply,
transportation and fuel agreements in coordination with the project
management team at HQ in Kabul.
3.Supervises and works closely with the Regional/Provincial Project
Admin/Finance Officer to ensure a proper management and record keeping
according to UNOPS rules and regulations.
4.Establishes and maintains regional/provincial offices sufficient to support
project needs and in full compliance with UN security regulations.
5.Manages provincial transport requirements; assigns duties to drivers
ensuring timely services, issuing fuel, recording log-books and maintenance
and repair/recovery of vehicles.
6.Supervises all project related national staff contracted by UNOPS in the
region/province.
7.Briefs and assists new international staff, experts and consultants about
the project requirements and procedures.
8.Assists in obtaining security clearance for international staff and
missions to his/her project area.
9.Ensures regular radio reporting procedures.
10.Performs other duties as and when assigned by the office of the Country
Coordinator or the Project Management Team
Reporting
The RLC/PLC will provide regular progress Situation Reports and will prepare
information notes and updates as required by the Operations Manager or Chief
of Logistics at HQ in Kabul.
Minimum Qualifications & Experience Required:
•Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree or substantial professional experience in the
field.
•Fluency in written and spoken English
•Minimum 6 years of progressively responsible logistic and management
experience, preferably with relevant UN System/Organization experience.
•Minimum 4 years relevant field work experience in a developing country.
•Knowledge of UN/UNDP/UNOPS rules and regulations considered an asset.
•Excellent communication and team-building skills.
•Cultural sensitive
•Sound judgement and mature disposition and ability to advise, counsel and guide
others in the performance of their duties are very important.
•Ability to work long hours when required
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Applications for this
position should be sent to:
Submission of Applications:
Applications should comprise of a one page cover letter explaining your
interest and suitability for the position and a CV in the P11 format, which can
be found by clicking on the following link http://www.undp.org.ph/jobs/p11form.doc.
Interested international candidates should either submit their application in
writing marked “Confidential”, and clearly indicate on the sealed envelope the
Vacancy Announcement Number (VA) to the UNOPS Operation Support Unit _
Elections, at UNOCA Compound, Kabul Afghanistan; or email their application
(indicating on the subject line the VA number and the title of the position
applied for) to recruitmentAPIF@unopsmail.org
Applications sent to any other address will be rejected.
Please note that applications received after the closing date 07
January 2005
will not be given consideration. Only short-listed candidates whose
applications respond to the above criteria will be contacted for test and
interview.
Women Candidates are highly encouraged to apply
Position
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Support Officer (Data Processing
Unit)
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Hiring Agency
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UN Office for Project Services (http://www.unops.org/)
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Hiring Agency Description
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UN Service Provider
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Position Location
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Afghanistan (Kabul)
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Closing date
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07
Jan 2005
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Job Description and
qualifications:
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VACANCY
ANNOUNCEMENT : No. AFG/OSU/05-VA005
Post Title: Support Officer (Data Processing Unit)
Organization: JEMB/UNOPS
Unit: JEMB/UNOPS
Type of Appointment: Special Service Agreement (International)
Duration: 6 months (with possible extension depending on staff
member’s performance and the duration of the project)
Duty Station: Kabul, Afghanistan
Starting Date: January 2005
No. of position: One
Closing date: 07 January 2005
Background
The Afghan Government has announced the holding of elections for Parliament
in July 2005. The Joint Electoral Management Body (JEMB) consists of Afghan
Electoral Commissioners, UN appointees, and the Secretariat of the JEMB
supported by UNOPS who are responsible for the electoral process.
Job Summary
Support Officer will provide high-level administrative assistance to the Data
Processing Unit ensuring smooth running of administrative and HR issues.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist in management of HR issues, recruitment, attendance and assess
performance of 100-150 Data entry operators of the Data Processing Unit
- Coordinate staff transportation and other logistical matters of large
number of Data Processing Unit staff
- Coordinate the receipt of data batches from regions/provinces and maintain
control and security of data forms
- Coordinate and manage archive system and archive room
- In coordination with Data Processing Unit technical team coordinate the
setup of the Data Processing Unit processing and entry rooms
- Follow up and revise as necessary process of shipment of data forms from
regions
- Follow up problems with data forms
- Coordinate logistical and supply matters with appropriate units of the JEMB
Secretariat
- Assist in preparation of Data Processing Unit administrative guidelines for
employees as well run daily attendance sheets and follow up attendance of
large number of staff
- Other duties as assigned by the Head of Unit
Minimum Qualifications & Experience Required:
- University degree preferably in public or business administration or other
related field
- 5 years experience in administration, preferably in United Nations agencies
- The Candidate should have strong analytical and problem solving skills,
should be flexible; capable of creating and implementing administrative
guidelines, interpreting rules and analyzing and evaluating routine and
non-routine human resources.
- Should be able to communicate effectively (verbally and in writing) and be
able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with large
number of staff.
- Proven organizational skills and experience in administrative management
including HR experience
- Experience in supervision of staff and movement of materials and personnel
is highly desirable
- Well developed interpersonal skills and sensitivity to local customs and
traditions
- Flexibility to live and work in hazardous conditions involving physical
hardship and little comfort
- Good computer skills in basic office applications
- Excellent knowledge of English and good knowledge of local languages.
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Applications for this
position should be sent to:
Submission of Applications:
Applications should comprise of a one page cover letter explaining your
interest and suitability for the position and a CV in the P11 format, which can
be found by clicking on the following link http://www.undp.org.ph/jobs/p11form.doc.
Interested international candidates should either submit their application in
writing marked “Confidential”, and clearly indicate on the sealed envelope the
Vacancy Announcement Number (VA) to the UNOPS Operation Support Unit -
Elections, at UNOCA Compound, Kabul Afghanistan; or email their application
(indicating on the subject line the VA number and the title of the position
applied for) to recruitmentAPIF@unopsmail.org
Applications sent to any other address will be rejected.
Please note that applications received after the closing date 07
January 2005
will not be given consideration. Only short-listed candidates whose
applications respond to the above criteria will be contacted for test and
interview.
Women Candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
Position
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Protection Officer/Risk Assessment
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Hiring Agency
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UN Office for Project Services (http://www.unops.org/)
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Hiring Agency Description
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UN Service Provider
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Position Location
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Afghanistan (Kabul)
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Closing date
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07
Jan 2005
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Job Description and qualifications:
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VACANCY
ANNOUNCEMENT: No.AFG/OSU/05-VA006
Post Title: Protection Officer/Risk Assessment
Organization: JEMB/UNOPS
Unit: JEMB/UNOPS
Type of Appointment: Special Service Agreement (International)
Duration: 6 months (with possible extension depending on staff
member’s performance and the duration of the project)
Duty Station: Kabul/Provinces, Afghanistan
Starting Date: January 2005
No. of positions: Several
Closing Date for applications: 07 January 2005
Background
The Afghan Government has announced the holding of elections for Parliament
in July 2005. The Joint Electoral Management Body (JEMB) consists of Afghan
Electoral Commissioners, UN appointees, and the Secretariat of the JEMB
supported by UNOPS who are responsible for the electoral process.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Under the general supervision and direction of the JEMB Security Manager, the
incumbent will effectively implement all appropriate risk management
strategies, related to the safety and security of JEMB staff, and the protection
of JEMB assets in mission. Specifically, he/she will establish and maintain a
high level of security awareness in order to effectively advise on all risk
management related matters. In particular, he/she will:
- Network and collaborate with both national and international organizations
working in the security management field, to ensure appropriate lines of
communications are established and well maintained, in respect to all aspects
of staff security and safety.
- Ensure all relevant security information is disseminated in a timely manner
to the appropriate JEMB offices, their staff and other stakeholders as
required.
- Develop a close working relationship with UNSECOORD (United Nations
Security Co-coordinator) personnel in the mission and a comprehensive working
knowledge of the UN Security system.
- Conduct security assessments and threat analysis as required, offering
effective mitigation strategies for country specific threats. Develop and
implement evacuation/emergency plans in coordination with existing UNSECOORD
plans.
- Assist in the design and implementation of mission related security
strategies, security policies/standards and establish a concrete course of
action for their implementation.
- Liase with JEMB Security Standards Unit on all security related training
matters, to ensure that JEMB and UNSECOORD training procedures and policies
are followed and that the required training meets accepted standards.
- Assist in training of JEMB national and international staff to enhance security
awareness and promote a solid organizational safety culture.
- Work closely with the Logistics, Operations and other key stakeholders to
ensure that all JEMB programs are implemented with the highest degree of
staff safety and security, throughout Afghanistan.
- Prepare regular security briefings and pro-actively encourage all staff to
follow JEMB and UNSECOORD mission security guidelines and procedures.
- As required and in coordination with the JEMB Security Manager, manage
administrative, logistic and budgetary issues related to the mission safety
and security programs/procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the JEMB Security Manager related to
staff safety and security. Additional security assignments outside of the
mission will be coordinated with the JEMB Security Manager and the JEMB Chief
of Operations
Minimum Qualifications & Experience Required:
- University degree or a diploma in risk management, social sciences, law,
disaster management, international studies, communications and related
disciplines, or alternatively an equivalent combination of relevant training
and field experience is required in security management fields.
- A minimum of seven years experience working in security management, law
enforcement and military disciplines is a pre-requisite, preferably with
international experience.
- Additional experience in United Nations missions, international
peacekeeping, humanitarian emergency operations, strategic security
planning/analysis and advanced security training with national or
international security agencies or private organizations is highly desirable.
- A high level of computer literacy in Microsoft Office.
- An excellent command of both written and oral communications skills in the
English language is required.
- The position requires one to project a confident, professional image and
appropriate inter-personal communications/negotiation skills, including the
ability to collaborate with police, military and government officials on
security matters.
- Proven ability to work under difficult physical conditions and in a very
stressful environment is a distinct advantage.
- Dedication to your assigned responsibilities, pro-active/creative thinking,
flexibility and the aptitude to work in team-oriented structures are
important attributes.
- Working with colleagues from various cultures and professional backgrounds
in a co-operative, harmonious spirit is essential.
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Applications for this
position should be sent to:
Submission of Applications:
Applications should comprise of a one page cover letter explaining your
interest and suitability for the position and a CV in the P11 format, which can
be found by clicking on the following link http://www.undp.org.ph/jobs/p11form.doc.
Interested international candidates should either submit their application in
writing marked “Confidential”, and clearly indicate on the sealed envelope the
Vacancy Announcement Number (VA) to the UNOPS Operation Support Unit -
Elections, at UNOCA Compound, Kabul Afghanistan; or email their application
(indicating on the subject line the VA number and the title of the position
applied for) to recruitmentAPIF@unopsmail.org
Please note that applications received after the closing date 07 January 2005
will not be given consideration. Only short-listed candidates whose
applications respond to the above criteria will be contacted for test and
interview.
Qualified women candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
Position
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IT Officer - Team leader
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Hiring Agency
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UN Office for Project Services (http://www.unops.org/)
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Hiring Agency Description
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UN Service Provider
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Position Location
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Afghanistan (Kabul)
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Closing date
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07
Jan 2005
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Job Description and
qualifications:
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VACANCY
ANNOUNCEMENT: No. AFG/OSU/05-VA007
Post Title: IT Officer - Team leader
Organization: UNDP/JEMB
Unit: UNDP/UNOPS/JEMB
Type of Appointment: Special Service Agreement (International)
Duration: 6 months (with possible extension depending on staff
member’s performance and the duration of the project)
Duty Station: Kabul, Afghanistan
Starting Date: January 2005
No. of position: One
Closing date: 07 January 2005
Background
The Afghan Government has announced the holding of elections for Parliament
in July 2005. The Joint Electoral Management Body (JEMB) consists of Afghan
Electoral Commissioners, UN appointees, and the Secretariat of the JEMB
supported by UNOPS who are responsible for the electoral process.
Job Summary
IT Officer - Team Leader will provide high-level IT and administrative
assistance to the Data Processing Unit and lead the IT team to ensure the
smooth running of computer hardware/software related issues at the Data
Processing Unit and JEMB.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop a plan for ensuring that all hardware and software needs for JEMB
and its Data Processing Unit are met
- In cooperation with the Head of Unit develop a plan for effective
functioning and support system of JEMB provincial offices
- Coordinate and liaise with UNAMA CITS on IT related issues
- Coordinate/Provide IT Support to the Project.
- Build up a reliable and responsive team of IT specialists to meet all JEMB
and its Data Processing Unit requirements
- Coordinate all hardware and software related issues of the Data Processing
Unit including server maintenance and data backup issues
- Coordinate communication related issues and liaise with UNAMA CITS as
needed
- Other duties as assigned by the Head of Unit
Minimum Qualifications & Experience Required:
- University degree preferably Computer Science or related field
- 5+ years experience preferably in IT administration, preferably in United
Nations agencies.
- 2 - 3 years of IT support experience.
- Candidates should have strong analytical and problem solving skills, should
be flexible and have common sense; capable of creating and implementing IT
administrative guidelines
- Should be able to communicate effectively (verbally and in writing) and be
able to establish and maintain effective working relationships with large
numbers of staff.
- Proven organizational skills and experience in IT administrative management
- Capacity to build and lead a responsive IT team
- Experience in supervision of staff
- Well developed interpersonal skills and sensitivity to local customs and
traditions
- Flexibility to live and work in hazardous conditions involving physical
hardship and little comfort
- Good computer skills in basic office applications
- Excellent knowledge of English and good knowledge of other language
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Applications for this
position should be sent to:
Submission of Applications:
Applications should comprise of a one page cover letter explaining your
interest and suitability for the position and a CV in the P11 format, which can
be found by clicking on the following link http://www.undp.org.ph/jobs/p11form.doc.
Interested international candidates should either submit their application in
writing marked “Confidential”, and clearly indicate on the sealed envelope the
Vacancy Announcement Number (VA) to the UNOPS Operation Support Unit -
Elections, at UNOCA Compound, Kabul Afghanistan; or email their application
(indicating on the subject line the VA number and the title of the position
applied for) to recruitmentAPIF@unopsmail.org
Applications sent to any other address will be rejected.
Please note that applications received after the closing date 07
January 2005
will not be given consideration. Only short-listed candidates whose
applications respond to the above criteria will be contacted for test and
interview.
Women Candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
Position
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Women's Political Party Specialist
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Hiring Agency
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National Democratic Institute for
International Affairs (http://www.ndi.org)
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Position Location
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Afghanistan
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Closing date
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31 Jan 2005
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Job Description and
qualifications:
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Summary
National Democratic Institute seeks a Women's Political Party Specialist,
based in Kabul, to provide assistance to
programs for supporting women's political leadership and candidate training
in Afghanistan. This individual would work in
close cooperation with and provide technical assistance to political party
representatives to support emerging women political leaders in Afghanistan. The position requires travel
within Afghanistan. Position is available
immediately.
Primary Responsibilities
Programmatic:
Conduct
training seminars and workshops for aspiring women candidates in advance of
the spring 2005 elections on topics such as enhancing leadership skills,
campaign planning, fundraising, negotiation, public speaking, networking,
message development and constituency outreach.
Build
and maintain collaborative working relationships with political parties and
NGO partners.
Assist
in developing networks for information and skills exchange between political
party members, emerging women leaders, and international trainers.
Consult
with political party representatives to develop mechanisms for increasing support
for women within the party structure.
Develop
and maintain relationships with the U.S. Embassy, U.S. Agency for
International Development, the donor community, and other international and
domestic organizations active in Afghanistan.
Administrative:
Coordinate
training activities and logistical arrangements for short-term trainers/
consultants.
Assist
in planning conferences, seminars and other events.
Supervise
local staff and foster their professional development.
Draft
monthly reports to NDI/Washington that detail program activities and monitor
and measure program results and political developments.
Manage
and reconcile program expenses.
Qualifications
Bachelors
degree in international relations or related field.
A
minimum of five (5) years of experience working to increase women's political
participation, either through work with political parties, civic groups, or
community outreach and organizing.
Proven
political training and campaign training experience.
Proven
ability to communicate skills and experience to others as a trainer, advisor,
or consultant, including conference/seminar organizing and facilitation.
Strong
written and oral communications skills. Computer literacy is required.
High
degree of organization and initiative.
Experience
in financial management and reporting.
Excellent
staff and office management and interpersonal skills.
Knowledge
of program evaluation techniques helpful.
Experience
working or living in the region is desirable or a proven ability to adapt
quickly to new cultures, both professionally and personally.
Knowledge
of Dari or Pashto or another applicable language is highly desired but not
required
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Applications for this
position should be sent to:
Application Instructions
Interested applicants can apply now using our on-line resume tool at
www.ndi.org. Refer to the exact position title in the cover letter, which
should be pasted in the same entry field as the resume
Position
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Senior Road Engineer (International)
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Hiring Agency
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UN Office for Project Services (http://www.unops.org/)
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Hiring Agency Description
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UN Service Provider
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Position Location
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Afghanistan (Kabul)
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Closing date
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15 Jan 2005
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Job Description and qualifications:
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VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT No. AFG/REMABAR-VA001
Title: Senior Road Engineer (International)
Duty Station: Kabul with extensive travel to the road sites
Duration: Eleven (11) months, with possibility of extension
Type of Contract: International SSA
Project: Rehabilitation of the Maydan Shar-Bamyan Road (REMABAR)
Closing date: 15 January 2005
Location: Kabul (with extensive travel to the road sites)
Background:
UNOPS is providing a range of services to the Transitional Islamic State of
Afghanistan (TISA) in the rehabilitation of the country. Currently, the
portfolio of services is focused on emergency employment on vulnerable groups
and ex-combatants while improving socio-economic infrastructure in sectors of
access roads, school and government buildings, clinics, water supply and
irrigation. As these portfolio of services needs to be responsive to the
emergency situation in Afghanistan and together with the increasing volume of
work presently valued at more than US$ 250 million, UNOPS established an Afghanistan
Projects Implementation Facility (APIF) in early 2004. APIF's mandate is
threefold- manager of inputs for projects assigned to it, alternative service
provider for other projects executed in Afghanistan, and UNOPS institutional
coordinator/liaison in Afghanistan. Within the APIF, there is an
Engineering Department responsible for the implementation of infrastructure
projects.
With a pledged budget of Euro 36 million, the rehabilitation of the Maydan
Shar-Bamyan road is part of UNOPS/APIF's current portfolio from funds
provided by the Government of Italy. An Italian Consulting Firm will (a)
prepare studies, design and tender documents necessary to build the new road;
(b) assist the Project Management Unit (PMU) in the administration,
coordination and monitoring of all road construction activities; and (c)
provide technical assistance to the staff of MOPW for carrying out road
special maintenance and improvement as well as training on the job.
UNOPS/APIF's role on this project is mainly to support the activities of the
Project Management Unit (PMU) in the MPW, provide an independent review of
all documents to be submitted by the PMU to the other bodies involved in
Project implementation, and provide technical assistance to the PMU.
General:
The Senior Road Engineer will work under the overall guidance from
UNOPS/APIF's Deputy Country Coordinator on Program and technical supervision
from the Head of UNOPS/APIF's Engineering Department, with a primary
responsibility to ensure that UNOPS services to the Project are timely and
efficiently delivered.
Specifics:
The Senior Road Engineer will have the following specific tasks:
(a) Lead and manage the work of UNOPS staff recruited for this Project.
(b) Represent UNOPS in the Project Steering Committee (PSC), the high level
consultative and decision-making authority at local level for the Project.
(c) Act as an Assistant to the PMU Project Manager at the MPW in terms of:
defining
the PMU work program and in securing its smooth functioning;
providing
technical assistance on general tasks and responsibilities to facilitate an
effective and efficient implementation of the Project;
monitoring
the correct execution of all Project activities including their physical
progress and the performance of the implementing bodies; and
preparing
all reports foreseen in the Agreement and/or in providing MPW and MOF with
all documents and information necessary for their reporting activities.
(d) Review all reports to be submitted to the Directorate General for
Development Cooperation (DGCS) and, in particular, the financial and
procurement reports.
(e) Recommend to UNOPS Country Coordinator for Afghanistan the countersigning of all
official Project documents before their transmission by the PMU to the other
bodies involved in Project implementation (MPW, MOF, DGCS, Italian Embassy).
(f) Ensure that all the technical assistance provided to the MPW through the
PMU will lead to substantial increase of all capacities of the MPW in
procurement and in contract management.
Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, with a minimum of 10 years of
engineering experience inclusive of at least one year proven track record in
road construction in a post-conflict developing country including some
experience in procurement of goods, services and works. Use of computer with
word/excel and MS Project software are required. Excellent understanding of
written and oral English is essential.
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Applications for this
position should be sent to:
Submission of Applications:
The applications should comprise a one page cover letter explaining your
interest and suitability for the position and your CV in the P11 format, which
can be found by clicking on the following link http://www.undp.org.ph/jobs/p11form.doc
Interested candidates should either submit their application indicating on the
subject line the title of the position and the VA number to
vacancyAPIF@unopsmail.org Applications sent to any other address will be rejected.
Please note that applications received after the closing date 15
January 2005
will not be given consideration. Only short-listed candidates whose
applications respond to the above criteria will be contacted.
Candidates should be available at short notice.
“UNOPS is an equal opportunity employer. Female candidates are therefore
encouraged to apply for the position.
Position
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Admin/Finance Officer
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Hiring Agency
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UN Office for Project Services (http://www.unops.org/)
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Hiring Agency Description
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UN Service Provider
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Position Location
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Afghanistan (Kabul)
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Closing date
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15 Jan 2005
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Job Description and
qualifications:
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VACANCY
ANNOUNCEMENT: No.AFG/OSU/05-VA012
Post Title: Admin/Finance Officer
Organization: JEMB/UNOPS
Unit:JEMB/UNOPS
Type of Appointment: Special Service Agreement (International)
Duration: Six months (with possible extension depending on staff
member’s performance and the duration of the project)
Duty Station: Kabul, Afghanistan
Starting Date: January 2005
No. of position: Several
Closing date: 15 January 2005
Background
The Afghan Government has announced the holding of elections for Parliament
in July 2005. The Joint Electoral Management Body (JEMB) consists of Afghan
Electoral Commissioners, UN appointees, and the Secretariat of the JEMB
supported by UNOPS who are responsible for the electoral process.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Under the direct supervision of the Regional/Provincial Management Team and
overall guidance of the Project Manager in Kabul, the incumbent of the post is
required to perform the following specific duties and responsibilities:
1. Maintains Administrative and Financial records of the provincial offices.
Supervises and helps to built capacity of national administrative and
financial staff. Trains national staff on basic and simple computer software
applications for finance, HR and procurement.
2. Ensures application of UNOPS/UN rules and regulations for proper
disbursement of cash, utilization of resources, management and record
keeping/distribution of office stationery, equipment and vehicles usage for
official purposes, furniture and other inventory in the regional office and
implement and administer standards of housekeeping in the office.
3. Manages the recruitment and contracting of national staff in coordination
with the Regional/Provincial Management Team as well as the Kabul HQ.
4. Maintains inventory records of office equipment, furniture, fittings and
tracks physical movements of all office inventories. Carries out monthly
physical inventory exercises, initiates and handle issues related to
submissions to UNOPS-main office Kabul for Local Property Survey Board
(accident, theft, replacement, damage, disposal, auction, acquisition, loan
transfer and relevant record).
5. Supervises in collaboration with the Management Information System (MIS)
officer the payment records of daily wages and SSA staff (election and
police). Assures that the payment of staff and daily wage is transparent and
in accordance with UN financial rules. Trains national staff on payment
procedures and requirements.
6. Collaborates with the MIS officer to maintain computerized database
systems for collecting, processing, manipulating and analyzing data, and
generating reports and outputs, in appropriate forms and as required.
7. Assists in supervising office and assign duties to drivers ensuring timely
services, issuing fuel, maintaining logbooks and maintenance of vehicles.
8. Assists in setting/revise standards on procedures to improve
administrative, logistics and financial supports of the UNOPS Kabul Election
office and ensures efficiency and effectiveness.
9. Prepares, on own initiative, routine correspondence,
administrative/financial reports, evaluations, and justifications, as
required, on a variety of subjects regarding admin, logistics and finance as
assigned by Kabul HQs and Regional/Provincial Management Team.
10. Prepare recurring reports on assigned accounts, noting problems resulting
from excess cost or less-than-expected receipts and control and check of
vouchers, invoices and financial reports. Submits administrative/financial
reports required for compilation, reconciliation and clarification to the
UNOPS-Management team.
11. Briefs and assists international staff, experts and consultants on
administrative and financial procedures. Also assists the staff in missions,
flight booking and vehicle assignment for national and international election
staff.
12. Performs other duties as and when assigned by the Project Management
Team.
Minimum Qualifications and Experience Required:
1. Minimum post-graduate degree in accounting/financial management or in
business administration.
2. Minimum of five years progressively responsible experiences in financial,
administrative and programme management.
3. In-depth knowledge of UN administrative and financial aspects.
4. Full proficiency in automated financial systems (preferably in ATLAS).
5. Ability to work in a multi-cultural and stressful environment.
6. Field experience, an asset.
7. Knowledge of and commitment to the principles and mandate of UNDP.
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Applications for this
position should be sent to:
Submission of Applications:
Applications should comprise of a one page cover letter explaining your
interest and suitability for the position and a CV in the P11 format, which can
be found by clicking on the following link http://www.undp.org.ph/jobs/p11form.doc.
Interested international candidates should either submit their application in
writing marked “Confidential”, and clearly indicate on the sealed envelope the
Vacancy Announcement Number (VA) to the UNOPS Operation Support Unit -
Elections, at UNOCA Compound, Kabul Afghanistan; or email their application
(indicating on the subject line the VA number and the title of the position
applied for) to recruitmentAPIF@unopsmail.org
Applications sent to any other address will be rejected.
Please note that applications received after the closing date (i.e. 15
January 2005)
will not be given consideration. Only short-listed candidates whose
applications respond to the above criteria will be contacted for test and
interview.
Women Candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
Position
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Boundary Delimitation Technical
Liaison
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Hiring Agency
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UN Office for Project Services (http://www.unops.org/)
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Hiring Agency Description
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UN Service Provider
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Position Location
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Afghanistan (Kabul)
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Closing date
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07
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VACANCY
ANNOUNCEMENT: No.AFG/OSU/05-VA011
Post Title: Boundary Delimitation Technical Liaison
Organization: JEMB/UNOPS
Unit: JEMB/UNOPS
Type of Appointment: Special Service Agreement (International)/
Activities of Limited Duration
Duration: Six Months with possible extension
Duty Station: Kabul, Afghanistan
Starting Date: January 2005
No. of positions: One
Closing Date for applications: 07 January 2005
Background
The Afghan Government has announced the holding of elections for Parliament
in July 2005. The Joint Electoral Management Body (JEMB) consists of Afghan
Electoral Commissioners, UN appointees, and the Secretariat of the JEMB
supported by UNOPS who are responsible for the electoral process.
Job Summary
An expert on the technical and database aspects of electoral/administrative
boundaries delimitation is required to address the challenge of identifying
boundaries and allocating voters to correct constituencies. This person will
work with the JEMB Secretariat and liaise closely with the government of Afghanistan to ensure that outputs from
political and administrative decisions are sufficient to assign voters to the
appropriate electoral constituencies. The successful candidate will be able
to both coordinate with various stakeholders as well as perform technical
tasks to manipulate voter allocations.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Under the direct supervision of the chief of electoral operations and in
coordination with the Head of the Data Unit the incumbent will:
- Develop procedures for collecting, prioritizing, and resolving disputed
boundaries
- Liaise with organizations involved in constituency delimitation on
technical aspects to ensure that outputs from political and administrative
decisions fit with voter database constraints
- Develop tools and software to manipulate boundaries and voter allocations
in database and voter lists
- Perform quality checks, and data cleanse voters roll to ensure that voters
are assigned to the correct electoral constituencies
- Produce and present reports and maps displaying the extent of problems and
progress
- Organize and integrate geographic data from numerous government and aid
agencies to assist government in boundary identifications
- Assist in modification of database/software to ensure long-term
sustainability of voters roll despite numerous boundary changes
Minimum Qualifications & Experience Required:
- University Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field
- 4-5 years previous experience with technical aspects of constituency
delimitation, including modifying voter list databases based on boundary
changes. Prefer experience in country with limited or poor quality
geographic/demographic data.
- Experience liaising with numerous government, UN, and international
organizations to ensure that outputs from political and administrative
decisions fit with voter database technical and data constraints
- Proven ability to coordinate with numerous stakeholders in boundary
delimitation process.
- Strong GIS (prefer ArcView), database (prefer SQL Server), and software
development skills (prefer VB.NET)
- Well developed interpersonal skills and sensitivity to local customs and
traditions
- Flexibility to live and work in hazardous conditions involving physical
hardship and little comfort
- Excellent knowledge of English and good knowledge of local language
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Applications for this
position should be sent to:
Submission of Applications:
Applications should comprise of a one page cover letter explaining your
interest and suitability for the position and a CV in the P11 format, which can
be found by clicking on the following link http://www.undp.org.ph/jobs/p11form.doc.
Interested international candidates should either submit their application in
writing marked “Confidential”, and clearly indicate on the sealed envelope the
Vacancy Announcement Number (VA) to the UNOPS Operation Support Unit -
Elections, at UNOCA Compound, Kabul Afghanistan; or email their application
(indicating on the subject line the VA number and the title of the position
applied for) to recruitmentAPIF@unopsmail.org
Please note that applications received after the closing date 07 January 2005
will not be given consideration. Only short-listed candidates whose
applications respond to the above criteria will be contacted for test and
interview
Qualified women candidates are highly encouraged to apply
Position
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Cartoonist
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Hiring Agency
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UN Office for Project Services (http://www.unops.org/)
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Hiring Agency Description
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UN Service Provider
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Position Location
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Afghanistan (Kabul)
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Closing date
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07
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Job Description and
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VACANCY
ANNOUNCEMENT: No.AFG/OSU/05-VA010
Post Title: Cartoonist
Organization: JEMB/UNOPS
Unit: JEMB/UNOPS
Type of Appointment: Special Service Agreement (International)
Duration: Consultancy
Duty Station: Kabul, Afghanistan
Starting Date: January 2005
No. Of position: One
Closing Date for applications: 07 January 2005
Background
The Afghan Government has announced the holding of elections for Parliament
in July 2005. The Joint Electoral Management Body (JEMB) consists of Afghan
Electoral Commissioners, UN appointees, and the Secretariat of the JEMB
supported by UNOPS who are responsible for the electoral process.
Duties and Responsibilities:
In close consultation with the Chief of Public Outreach, Civic educators and
the Senior Designer from the Graphic Design Unit and the National
Illustrators the incumbent will be expected to undertake the following tasks.
- To work as a team member to develop the concepts of print materials for
Civic Education, Public Information and Training.
- To execute initial cartoons/illustrations and revise for flip charts,
posters, leaflets, newspaper cartoon strips and inserts, booklets and other
print materials as needed.
- To attend National focus groups and meetings to ensure the intended message
is easily understood.
- To work with the National Illustrators in developing these
cartoons/illustrations into final art.
- To provide direction and assistance to local artists/illustrators.
- To work with Graphic designers when creating final art to ensure the
illustrations work with the intended print materials.
Minimum Qualification & Experience Required:
- University degree in art, design or visual communications.
- Minimum 6 years experience as an illustrator/cartoonist.
- Proficiency on PC and Macintosh systems in Quark X-press, Photoshop,
Illustrator and Word.
- Previous work with electoral and/or civic education is an asset.
- Ability to work in a stressful environment and meet tight deadlines.
- Ability to contribute ideas within a team environment.
- Self-motivated and ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Ability to work harmoniously with people from different cultural
backgrounds.
- Experience working with Arabic, Farsi, Dari or Pashto languages is an
asset.
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Applications for this
position should be sent to:
Submission of Applications:
Applications should comprise of a one page cover letter explaining your
interest and suitability for the position and a CV in the P11 format, which can
be found by clicking on the following link http://www.undp.org.ph/jobs/p11form.doc.
Interested international candidates should either submit their application in
writing marked “Confidential”, and clearly indicate on the sealed envelope the
Vacancy Announcement Number (VA) to the UNOPS Operation Support Unit -
Elections, at UNOCA Compound, Kabul Afghanistan; or email their application
(indicating on the subject line the VA number and the title of the position
applied for) to recruitmentAPIF@unopsmail.org
Applications sent to any other address will be rejected.
Please note that applications received after the closing date 07
January 2005
will not be given consideration. Only short-listed candidates whose
applications respond to the above criteria will be contacted for test and
interview.
Women Candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
Position
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Professional Photographer
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Hiring Agency
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UN Office for Project Services (http://www.unops.org/)
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Hiring Agency Description
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UN Service Provider
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Position Location
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Afghanistan (Kabul)
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Closing date
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07
Jan 2005
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Job Description and
qualifications:
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VACANCY
ANNOUNCEMENT No. AFG/OSU/05-VA008
Post Title: Professional Photographer
Organization: JEMB/UNOPS
Unit: JEMB/UNOPS
Type of Appointment: Special Service Agreement (International)
Duration: 6 months (with a possibility of extension depending on staff
member’s performance and duration of the project)
Duty Station: Kabul, Afghanistan
Starting Date: January 2005
Number of Positions: One
Closing Date: 07 January 2005
Background
The Afghan Government has announced the holding of elections for Parliament
in July 2005. The Joint Electoral Management Body (JEMB) consists of Afghan
Electoral Commissioners, UN appointees, and the Secretariat of the JEMB
supported by UNOPS who are responsible for the electoral process.
Duties and responsibilities
Under the supervision of Public Outreach and Project Manager, the
Photographer will be servicing all Units and Departments within the Joint
Electoral Management Body-Secretariat.
Photographic services will include:
- Photo journalistic photography of official JEMB/UN related public events
and press conferences for JEMB’s Media Relations Unit;
- Artistic photography of people, places and objects for the Public
Information Unit’s outreach program and printed press coverage, as well as
the Civic Education Unit’s print campaign;
- Technical photography for the Training and Procedures Unit, to be used as
visual aids in staff training;
- Legal documentation for the Security Unit, to be used as evidence in
security incidents and/or in the coroner’s reports;
- Advocacy to Civil Society and Donor Countries for the promotion of the
Voter Registration and Elections Project in Afghanistan;
- Historical photographic documentation of the Afghan Electoral process;
- Develop and maintain a stock photo databank, for easy browsing and keyword
searches;
- Design and layout production of "Voter Registration and Elections
Project" Newsletter.
Minimum Qualifications & Experience Required:
- Minimum 5 years of relevant work experience, including in the photographic,
arts, design, journalism and/or advertising sectors;
- High proficiency with professional digital SLR cameras and photography,
including multiple lenses, flashes and all necessary camera hardware,
software and peripherals;
- Graphic Design skills and publishing experience;
- Strong computer skills, i.e. PC and Macintosh operating systems, including
Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat, QuarkXpress and stock photo databank
softwares;
- Excellent knowledge of photo retouching, color correction and editing in
Adobe Photoshop;
- Ability and willingness to work in a stressful and dangerous environment,
with a healthy and calm attitude;
- Self-motivated and ability to work with minimal supervision;
- Ability to work harmoniously with people from different cultural
backgrounds;
- Previous UN mission experience and/or electoral is an asset.
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Applications for this
position should be sent to:
Submission of Applications:
Applications should comprise of a one page cover letter explaining your
interest and suitability for the position and a CV in the P11 format, which can
be found by clicking on the following link http://www.undp.org.ph/jobs/p11form.doc.
Interested international candidates should either submit their application in
writing marked "Confidential”, and clearly indicate on the sealed envelope
the Vacancy Announcement Number (VA) to the UNOPS Operation Support Unit -
Elections, at UNOCA Compound, Kabul Afghanistan; or email their application
(indicating on the subject line the VA number and the title of the position
applied for) to recruitmentAPIF@unopsmail.org
Please note that applications received after the closing date, 07 January 2005
will not be given consideration. Only short-listed candidates whose
applications respond to the above criteria will be contacted for test and
interview.
Qualified women candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
Position
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Graphic Designer
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Hiring Agency
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UN Office for Project Services (http://www.unops.org/)
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Hiring Agency Description
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UN Service Provider
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Position Location
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Afghanistan (Kabul)
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Closing date
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07
Jan 2005
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Job Description and
qualifications:
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VACANCY
ANNOUNCEMENT: No.AFG/OSU/05-VA009
Post Title: Graphic Designer
Organization: JEMB/UNOPS
Unit: JEMB/UNOPS
Type of Appointment: Special Service Agreement (International)
Duration: 6 Months (with possibility of extension depending on
performance and duration of the project)
Duty Station: Kabul, Afghanistan
Starting Date: January 2005
No. Of position: One
Closing Date for applications: 07 January 2005
Background
The Afghan Government has announced the holding of elections for Parliament
in July 2005. The Joint Electoral Management Body (JEMB) consists of Afghan
Electoral Commissioners, UN appointees, and the Secretariat of the JEMB
supported by UNOPS who are responsible for the electoral process.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Under the supervision of the Chief of Public Outreach and the Senior Designer
the incumbent will be expected to work with the team to conceptualize, design
and produce nation wide print campaigns for civic education, voter
registration, training and elections. These materials will be produced in
English, Dari and Pashto. The materials will include posters, brochures, flip
charts, manuals and other printed materials. Specific tasks include:
- Working with Public Outreach officers, training and procurement officers
and senior designers to conceptualize the print campaigns.
- Design and layout print materials in Quark Xpress, Photoshop, Illustrator
and Word.
- Design and layout Dari and Pashto versions of printed materials.
- Provide illustrations for designs where needed.
- Assist in providing direction and assistance to local artists/illustrators.
- Prepare materials for printing.
Minimum Qualification & Experience Required:
- University degree in art, design or visual communications.
- Minimum 3 years experience as a graphic designer/illustrator.
- Proficiency on PC and Macintosh systems in Quark X-press, Photoshop,
Illustrator and Word.
- Working knowledge of Corel Draw a plus.
- Previous work with electoral and/or civic education is an asset.
- Ability to work in a stressful environment and meet tight deadlines.
- Ability to contribute ideas within a team environment.
- Self-motivated and ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Ability to work harmoniously with people from different cultural
backgrounds.
- Experience working with Arabic, Farsi, Dari or Pashto languages is an
asset.
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Applications for this
position should be sent to:
Submission of Applications:
Applications should comprise of a one page cover letter explaining your
interest and suitability for the position and a CV in the P11 format, which can
be found by clicking on the following link http://www.undp.org.ph/jobs/p11form.doc.
Interested international candidates should either submit their application in
writing marked “Confidential”, and clearly indicate on the sealed envelope the
Vacancy Announcement Number (VA) to the UNOPS Operation Support Unit -
Elections, at UNOCA Compound, Kabul Afghanistan; or email their application
(indicating on the subject line the VA number and the title of the position
applied for) to recruitmentAPIF@unopsmail.org. Please include work samples in
your application.
Applications sent to any other address will be rejected.
Please note that applications received after the closing date 07
January 2005
will not be given consideration. Only short-listed candidates whose
applications respond to the above criteria will be contacted for test and interview.
Women Candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
POSITION: Macroeconomic/Monetary
Policy Specialist
Date Posted: 30
December 2004
Country/Region: Afghanistan
Apply By: 31
January 2005
Job Opportunity Description
TSG is seeking a short-term consultant for a USAID-funded
project in Afghanistan
working with The Central Bank of Afghanistan (DAB).
Qualifications:
-PhD in Economics
-Technical knowledge of Monetary-Macroeconomic Policy and
Statistics
-Technical experience with training and policy advisory
services on monetary issues
-Advisory experience working with Central Banks
-International experience
-Experience with the IMF
-Experience working on USAID-funded projects a plus
-Experience in Central Asia a plus
-Effective oral and written communication skills in English
To apply visit www.tsginc.com and click on Careers or email
resume to smccafferty@tsginc.com
Agri-business, Micro
Finance/Credit and Enterprise Development Specialists Date Posted: 28
December 2004
Organization: ACDI/VOCA
Country/Region: Afghanistan
Apply By: 10
January 2005
Email: roster@acdivoca.org
Job Opportunity Description
Agri-business, Micro Finance/Credit and Enterprise
Development Specialists Needed - Afghanistan
ACDI/VOCA seeks individuals to provide technical services as
part of our proposed implementation of the Afghanistan Alternative Livelihoods
Program (ALP) project. ALP is a USAID-funded program aimed at accelerating
broad based, sustainable regional economic development in ways that provide new
opportunities for the Afghan population to seek livelihoods in the licit
economy. ACDI/VOCA seeks qualified candidates in the fields of:
„X Agricultural
production, processing, marketing.
„X Association and
Cooperative Development.
„X Alternative
crop identification, technical training, marketing.
„X Rural financial
services and products.
„X Business
development services, training and study tours, information services.
The ideal candidates will have relevant degrees, experience
in South Asia (preferably Afghanistan)
and familiarity with USAID contracts and projects.
Qualified candidates should submit CVs and cover letters
with salary requirements to roster@acdivoca.org. Please put ATTN: Afghanistan
ALP in subject line. No phone calls please. Only finalists will be
contacted.
Position: Registration
Team Leader
Date Posted: 22
December 2004
Organization: Emerging Markets Group, Ltd.
Country/Region: Afghanistan
Apply By: 22
January 2005
Email: emergmarkets@emergingmarketsgroup.com
Job Opportunity Description
Emerging Markets Group, an independent firm associated with
Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu, has a 20 year history of serving donor clients,
international lending agencies and governments in developing countries. Our
mission is to apply business expertise for sustainable development and to
improve people’s lives. We seek a long-term Registration Team Leader for a Land
Titling and Privatization project in Kabul, Afghanistan.
This position will be responsible for reorganizing the deed archives and
re-engineering the property registration system in country.
Responsibilities:
• Rehabilitation
of archive space and installation of cabinets; including reorganization of
bound volumes of deeds, and placing them the new storage facilities
• Contribute to
improved security for the stored documents
• Establish a
simplified process for transfer of titles
• In collaboration
with local counterparts, the team will analyze existing title transfer work
flow and identify opportunities for improvement; the result will be a
re-designed process that facilitates the implementation of a “one stop shop”
Qualifications:
• 15 years
experience working with registration systems in the United
States
• Graduate degree
in a relevant field
• International
work experience, preferably on USAID projects
To Apply: Please
submit your CV to http://www.emergingmarketsgroup.com.
Position: Potato
Post Harvest and Storage Expert
Date Posted: 22
December 2004
Organization: CNFA, Inc.
Country/Region: Afghanistan
Apply By: 22
January 2005
Email: careers@cnfa.org
Fax: 202-296-3948
Job Opportunity Description
Working under the supervision of CNFA
Afghanistan’s Country Director, create a viable enterprise design for post
harvest potato handling and storage. The focus of CNFA’s USDA-funded project is
to stimulate linkages between producers and markets, resulting in income and
employment generation from the sale of Afghan high-value agriculture
production, while improving local value adding capacity. Strategies aim to be
replicable in multiple regions of Afghanistan,
initially focused on domestic markets. This enterprise design for a post
harvest potato handling and storage facility must be customized to the local
building materials available in Afghanistan.
The consultant’s final report should include estimates for the cost of these
materials. This is an 18-day assignment.
Principle Responsibilities:
1) Analyze local potato harvest and storage practices. Afghanistan
has very few value-adding food processing and storage facilities.
2) Design a low-cost, post harvest storage facility for
potatoes. Design must be right-sized to the needs of the owners. It is
anticipated low-tech in-ground ventilated cellars at the individual farmer
level or group of farmers -- depending on the volume of their production -- is
the correct approach for Bamyan conditions. Construction of in-ground
ventilated cellars should use local building materials (cement, wood, prefab
frames). However, sizing, design, material used and construction costs will be
defined by the consultant.
3) Identify local building materials for storage facility
and record cost estimates.
Potato is the main vegetable production in Afghanistan
and accounts for 52% of the area cultivated in vegetables. The annual
production is estimated at about half a million tons per year. The Central
Highlands region is the main area of potato production supplying
150,000 tons annually. Potato prices are significantly higher in the spring and
by storing potatoes and offsetting the sale until spring, farmers can double
and in some cases triple their income. Simple ventilated storage facilities
(cellars) are not used in the central highlands, which leaves producers with a
limited capacity to store potatoes other than for seed.
Ideal Candidate:
Has academic training in agronomy, with experience in potato
production, post-harvest handling, and storage. Candidates with potato
research, as well as prior business management experience preferred. Has some
knowledge of agricultural production, processing, and trade in Afghanistan.
Has excellent conceptual, oral and written communication and people skills.
Fluency in English is a requirement.
Please send cover letter, resume and salary history to CNFA
Careers, careers@cnfa.org, with Potato Expert Afghanistan in the subject line.
Kindly indicate where you saw this advertisement. Application deadline is January 20, 2004. No phone calls
please. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. CNFA is an
equal opportunity employer.
Position: Environmental
Health/Engineering Technical Advisor
Date Posted: 7
December 2004
Organization: International Rescue Committee
Country/Region: Afghanistan
Apply By: 31
January 2005
Email: taramc@theirc.org
Fax: 212-551-3170
Job Opportunity
Description
The EH/Engineering Technical Advisor directly contributes to
IRC Afghanistan’s overall aim to rapidly develop national capacity to fully
manage National Solidarity Program responsibilities. Thus, this is principally
an advisory position, with the specialist facilitating rather than leading
achievement of sector objectives. Primary decision-making authority rests with
the national counterpart. The specialist will also frequently provide hands-on
assistance with day-to-day implementation. The position is based in Kabul
and may require occasional travel, as security permits, but in general, the
national counterpart will be responsible for fieldwork.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Serve as advisor for all NSP environmental health and engineering activities;
Lead development/implementation of systematic, participatory approach to NSP
technical programming; Guide development of NSP environmental health strategy
in line with IRC worldwide; Facilitate sector strategic planning and
decision-making; Ensure integration of NSP technical and non-technical
programming (process- and project-related); Get advise to the national
counterpart and others directly and indirectly involved in technical service
delivery; Monitor technical processes and activities, ensuring quality control
and compliance with relevant standards; Provide technical advice and support to
staff and institutional partners; Develop and oversee implementation of
technical training plan for staff and institutional partners; Ensure compliance
with IRC, donor, and grant requirements.
REQUIREMENTS:
Advanced degree in engineering and minimum seven years’ hands-on experience,
preferably in water/sanitation or related field; Demonstrated mastery designing
effective field-based environmental health/engineering programs conforming to
governmental policy and linked to central and local institutions; Demonstrated
capacity to develop and oversee complex, large-scale community-based
programming; Creative ability to transform complex concepts into practical,
user-friendly procedures and tools; Superior analytical, presentation,
communication, and reporting skills; Competency in participatory methodologies;
Proficiency in relevant software applications; Ability to work in close
partnership with national management facilitating capacity development,
combined with willingness and ability to provide hands-on assistance; Positive
attitude in managing professional challenges in demanding post-conflict
environment.
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