April 16-30, 2005 Afghanistan-related Jobs

Location city: Kabul
Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 30 May 2005

Job Description
Location: Kabul, Afghanistan
Supervisor: Country Director

Summary:

Victims of decades of political strife, mothers and babies endured a rate of maternal and infant mortality among the highest in the world; almost one in ten Afghan women will die in childbirth during her childbearing years, while one child in four does not live to see his/her fifth birthday. DHHS, CDC and IMC is helping to renovate Rabia Balkhi Hospital (a large maternity hospital in downtown Kabul), and start a training program to help Afghan healthcare professionals update their medical skills, as well as creating a residency training program in Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Position:

The primary role of the RBH Program Manager is to coordinate activities within the Rabia Balkhi Hospital with DHHS, CDC, IMC-HQ, and consultants.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

- Provide program coordination, support and instructional guidance to DHHS consultants and IMC national staff involved in the RBH training program.

- Manage program budget, approve expenditures and coordinate with finance department to monitor spending and file monthly financial reports.

- Create and maintain records for project donor(s), proposal(s), grant(s) and reports. Assist the national staff project officer in supervising IMC staff assigned to this project.

- Maintain regular contact with national staff project officer responsible for coordinating support services to consultants and/or renovation efforts at the hospital.

- Cooperate and coordinate with IMC?s support departments to help ensure effective program implementation and smooth working relations.

- Attend meetings related to RBH project with RBH Administration, with MoH and with other NGOs to ensure coordinated program activities, prevent duplication of efforts, and keep abreast of program and funding opportunities.

- Submit timely and accurate weekly, monthly and quarterly reports as required. File copies of program description and weekly reports with Communications Office.

- Assist Senior Staff as appropriate. Perform other duties as assigned. The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and levels of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive

Education and/or Experience Requirements:

- Medical doctor with specialization in Obstetrics and Gynecology

- Five years of successful program/project administration and budget management experience.

- Post-bachelor?s degree in Education and/or Health Administration

- Native-language fluency in business-level English in both oral and written forms

- Good communication skills

- Demonstrated success in managing multiple instructional and administrative staff members

- Demonstrated skills in report and proposal writing

Vacancies ContactPlease apply online at http://www.imcworldwide.org.

Pediatrician

International Medical Corps is a global humanitarian nonprofit organization dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through health care training and relief and development programs.

Location city: Kabul
Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 30 May 2005

Job Description
Position: Pediatrician
Location: Kabul, Afghanistan

Job Description:

IMC is seeking a Pediatrician to join the Rabia Balkhi Hospital project in Kabul, Afghanistan. The job responsibilities will include planning and carrying out medical care program for children from birth. Examine patients to determine presence of disease and to establish preventive health practices. Determine nature and extent of disease or injury, prescribes and administer medications and immunizations, and performs variety of medical duties. Examine, diagnose, and treat diseases and injuries of infants. Prepare and monitor case histories and clinical records of infants. Examines patients, determines need for x-ray examinations and clinical laboratory tests, and interprets examination findings and test results. Prescribes pediatric treatment. Manages pediatric services. Formulates procedures for pediatric services. Schedules use of diagnostic and treatment facilities and assigns nurses and medical technicians. Advises on types and quantity of pediatric supplies and equipment. Coordinates pediatric services with other medical activities. Instructs interns and residents in procedures for diagnosis and treatment of diseases and injuries of infants and children.

Education and/or Experience:

The Pediatrician will be M.D. degreed with a specialty in Pediatric medicine, certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Must have an outstanding record of accomplishment in research as well as teaching, administrative, professional service, and scholarly accomplishments. Prefer prior experience in a working in a developing country, along with demonstrated leadership and management competencies, and a nationally recognized reputation in one or more of the areas of Pediatric medicine.

Vacancies ContactPlease apply online at www.imcworldwide.org

ObGyn Physicians

International Medical Corps is a global humanitarian nonprofit organization dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through health care training and relief and development programs.

Location city: Kabul
Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 30 May 2005

Job Description
Position: ObGyn Physicians
Location: Kabul, Afghanistan

Job Description:

IMC is seeking ObGyn Physicians to join the Rabia Balkhi Hospital project for a minimum of six months. The job responsibilities will also include patient care, as well as a student, resident, and fellow education. Provide direct medical care to patients. Participate in the monitoring and management of quality of patient care. Prescribing prenatal and postnatal care, performing deliveries in maternity cases and treating diseases and injuries of the female reproductive system while also managing obstetrical and gynecological services. Prepare and review case histories, obtaining data through interviews and examining patients to determine X-ray examinations and clinical laboratory tests if applicable. The OB/GYN also interprets test results, evaluates examination findings, prescribes prenatal and postnatal care, directs nurses and applies surgical procedures.

Education and/or Experience:

The incumbent will be M.D. degreed, currently certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, and licensed in the United States. Must have an outstanding record of accomplishment in research as well as teaching, administrative, professional service, and scholarly accomplishments. Prefer prior experience in a working in a developing country, along with demonstrated leadership and management competencies, and a nationally recognized reputation in one or more of the areas of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Vacancies ContactPlease apply online at www.imcworldwide.org

Certified Nurse-Midwives

International Rescue Committee (IRC)

International Medical Corps is a global humanitarian nonprofit organization dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through health care training and relief and development programs.

Location city: Kabul
Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 30 May 2005

Job Description
Position: Certified Nurse-Midwives
Location: Kabul, Afghanistan

Job Description:

IMC is seeking Certified Nurse-Midwives to join the Rabia Balkhi Hospital project in Kabul, Afghanistan. The CNM will work with national staff counterparts in the supervision of hospital personnel, which includes work allocation, training, and problem resolution; evaluate performance and make recommendations for personnel actions; motivate employees to achieve peak productivity and performance. Provide full-scope midwifery nursing care to patients. Teach midwifery to medical and nurse-midwifery students, and others in both clinical and didactic settings. Provide advice and consultation in the development of certified nurse-midwifery practices, clinical practices and guidelines. Develop and implement systems and processes to establish and maintain records for the operating unit.

Education and/or Experience:

The Certified Nurse-Midwives (CNMs) will have at least a bachelor's degree and may have masters' or doctoral degrees. CNMs will have completed both nursing and midwifery training and passed national and state licensing exams to become certified by the American College of Nurse Midwives (ACNM). CNM’s will have practical experience in independent management of women’s healthcare, focusing particularly on pregnancy, childbirth, the postpartum period, care of the newborn, family planning, and gynecological needs of women.

Vacancies ContactPlease apply online at http://www.imcworldwide.org

Field Coordinator

Location city: Western Afghanistan
Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 31 May 2005

Job Description
Responsibilities:

Administration:

Ensure all IRC activities are coordinated with and comply with local and national rules, policies and regulations as appropriate;

Provide management, leadership, training and support to the Administrative staff in the fulfillment of their duties especially with regards to provision of line management structure, accurate ‘Terms of Reference’ for all positions, employment contracts, timely and accurate ‘Performance Management System’ and standardized disciplinary procedures;

Supervise the implementation of standard IRC policies with regard to recruitment, employment, promotion and termination of staff; Supervise the creation and maintenance of an Administrative database tracking all staff allowances;

Supervise the timely recruitment of appropriate staff for vacant positions, and their subsequent orientation;

Supervise the implementation of IRC policies with regards to payroll, salary scales and benefits;

Supervise the effective implementation of IRC policy on the ‘Prevention of Abuse and Exploitation’;

Identify and oversee the provision of staff training and development needs; Oversee the contracting and management of IRC office and guesthouse facilities;

Liaise with HQ administrative staff and Deputy Director Operations (DDO) to provide timely and accurate updates and reports.

Logistics:

Provide management, leadership, training and support to Logistics staff in fulfillment of their duties especially with regard to IRC policies on procurement, transportation and storage of goods and materials;

Oversee the creation and maintenance of an accurate asset inventory and that all IRC assets are appropriately tagged and registered;

Supervise the maintenance and operation of a vehicle fleet; Supervise the maintenance and operation of a communications infrastructure that can include satellite, HF, VHF or cellular technologies;

Liaise with Kabul HQ logistic staff and DDO to provide timely and accurate logistic reports and updates;

Finance:

Provide management, leadership, training and support to Finance staff in fulfillment of their duties especially with regard to IRC policies on monthly budget and expenditure reporting, cash management systems, purchasing policy, payroll management, program budget management and forecasting;

Directly produce and manage an Operational Budget for the Field Office;

Conduct regular budget review meetings with finance and program staff to plan expenditures;

Supervise program staff in management of their budgets;

Supervise the secure and accurate transfer of cash and/or payments between IRC locations and/or between IRC and a third party;

Verify and oversee the distribution of the monthly staff salary; Liaise with Kabul HQ staff and DDO to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting;

Security:

Liaise closely with the Kabul based Security Coordinator or focal point;

On a daily basis monitor the local security situation;

Develop, implement and modify security plans for the region;

Submit weekly security report to IRC staff;

Ensure staff are aware of and follow the security regulations;

Directly supervise security field staff, if any.

Programmatic Oversight and Management:

In coordination with the Program Coordinators who are the direct supervisors of program staff, FC should support, inform and guide Program Managers in the implementation of their individual projects;

and advise Program Coordinators on ongoing program issues observed in the field;

Support and advise Program staff on prevailing security concerns which may impact their activities;

and support in adapting safe operating procedures if necessary;

In coordination with and support of the Program Coordinators, assist and advise Program Managers in the management of their program budgets;

In coordination with and support of the Program Coordinators, assist and review the production of program reports;

Assist and review the generation of new concept papers and proposals;

Liaise closely with Kabul HQ based Deputy Director of Programs in keeping local programming integrated with Country Strategic Plan;

Directly supervise program staff that are not part of a Program (i.e. with a Program Coordinator).

In this situation, FC reports to DD Programs for program oversight.

Strategic Direction:

Maintain an updated contextual awareness of prevailing humanitarian, political, social and security imperatives;

Lead and supervise an ongoing process of needs assessment and analysis, monitoring and evaluation of impact; Provide Kabul HQ staff with clear, insightful analysis of prevailing trends and needs in the form of regular reports;

Work in close coordination with Country Director and Deputy Director of Program to incorporate individual programming in to the National strategic plan.

Representation and Liaison:

Maintain active channels of communication with all appropriate humanitarian actors including UN, local and International NGO’s;

Develop and foster good relations with National Government departments relevant to the work of IRC and, where required, submit timely and accurate reports to such departments;

Maintain appropriate relations with military or civ/military institutions in accordance with IRC policy regarding impartiality and neutrality of action;

Actively foster relations between IRC and Afghan civil society organizations such as in academia, media, unions, NGO’s and others as appropriate;

Actively promote the acceptance of IRC by the widest possible audience specifically including project beneficiaries and the inhabitants of project areas;

Supervise the production of simple, accessible public information on IRC and its activities and mandate.

Responsibilities:

Proven management and staff supervision capacity (min: 1 year, 10 persons);

Proven budget and financial management capacity over an appropriate value of funds. (Ranges of US$500k-US$1m);

Proven understanding of the fundamentals of a wide range of humanitarian programs and principles; (min: direct involvement in 2 programs);

Proven capacity to work in a team and lead, often diverse, colleagues in a friendly and conducive atmosphere; (min: 2 positive referees);

Proven capacity to effectively work under conditions of insecurity and uncertainty; (min: 1 emergency assignment);

Proven experience in working with International NGO’s in an emergency or development context (min: 1 year);

Common sense and a proven capacity to multi-task (ascertained in interview);

Advanced degree in an appropriate field such as Economics, International Relations or Development Studies;

Basic technical awareness of common mechanical and electrical devices found in the field; (radios, generators, vehicles, satellite etc);

Supplementary trainings in technical or theoretical fields relevant to humanitarian action (I.E protection, advocacy, security, participation).

Long term, unaccompanied.

Vacancies ContactThe IRC requests that all applications be completed on line at www.ircjobs.org. Please note that IRC does not set closing dates/deadline dates for applications; recruitment is ongoing until the position is filled. The IRC reviews all applications and you will be contacted directly if you are selected as a candidate.

General Coordinator

Relief International (RI)

Médecins du Monde is an international humanitarian organisation whose mission is : to provide medical care for the most vulnerable populations when they are faced with crisis or exclusion from society, the world over, including France, to stimulate voluntary commitment from doctors, other health care providers, and from those whose expertise in other fields is needed for its activities, to enlist all competent support required for the achievement of its projects, to seek at all times to encourage close working relationships with populations in its care. based on its medical practices totally independent action, Médecins du Monde : identifies potential crises and threats to health and dignity so as to help prevent them, mobilises non medical assistance for solidarity campaigns denounces and bears witness to violations of human rights, especially denial of access to health care, develops new approaches and new practices for public health internationally, based on respect for human dignity, commits itself to a relationship of total transparency with donors, campaigns for establishing humanitarian medical principles based on ethics of accountability.

Location city: Kabul / Herat
Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 01 Jun 2005

Job Description
MdM has been working on 3 programs (in Kabul, Herat and Chaghcharan in Ghor Province) in Agfhanistan for more than 20 years.

Since 1995, MDM-F is supporting some MCH clinics of the Ministry of Health (MOH) in deprived districts of Kabul city. Currently MDM-France is in charge of 2 MCH clinics in Kabul city (district 5). By end of 2005 MDM will progressively withdraw while handing over to a local NGO still to be identified

Since 1995, MDM-F has been supported 3 MCH in Hérat. In April 2004 the first phase of a hand over has started with the MOH now in charge of paying the salaries to the staff. These salaries are still topped up through incentives paid by MDM. By end of 2005 MDM will progressively withdraw while handing over to a local NGO still to be identified.

The General Coordinator manages, supervises and supports the overall planning and the implementation of the work of the team, ensures the coherence of the programmes within the MdM strategies, guidelines and procedures and identify new intervention opportunities when necessary and ensures that appropriate logistic, administrative and financial structures and procedures which are established and maintained in accordance with the MdM rules and guidelines.

H/she representes MdM to local, national and international authorities, donors, UN agencies, and media.

The General Coordinator writes proposals, intermediary and final reports and maintain regular contacts with present donors and maximize the potential for further programme funding.

H/She remains well informed of the security context and ensures the maintenance of coherence, appropriate, understood and respected security rules and procedures.

The General Coordinator ensures fluent communication between the different programmes and HQ.H/she writes monthly national status and strategic reports as well as all proposals.

The General Coordinator oversees budget preparation, setting the parameters and the process, ensuring that country programmes are implemented within their budgets. H/she supervises and gives support to medical coordinators and administrators regarding financial and admnistrative management.

H/she manages all staff (expatriate and local) and takes active part in local staff recruitment and makes sure that the harmonization of internal regulations and salary policy remains maintained between the different programmes within the framework of MDM rules and guidelines.

Departure: As soon as possible
Duration: 6 months
Status: Volunteer
Monthly Allowance: 915 Euros + Daily Subsistence Allowance (Perdiem)

Profil :

Coordination experience within the framework of an humanitarian mission abroad is essential.

Management experience

Well organized and focussed

Able to work in and to manage a team

Able to prioritize between tasks

Capacity for planning

Capacity to elaborate reports

Able to work in an unsecured area and to strictly follow security guidelines

High level of English, written and oral

Basic computer skills (Word, Excel, email...)

Adaptability, flexibility

Initiative and motivation,

Ability to live and work in team

Capacity to adapt to difficult context and living conditions

Autonomy, diplomacy and patience

Vacancies ContactSi vous êtes disponible et intéressé(e), merci d’envoyer lettre de motivation et CV sous la référence:, If you are available and interested, thank you for sending a CV and a cover letter under the reference :, Si esta actualmente disponible e interessado(a), le agradecemos enviar carta de motivacion y CV indicando la referencia:, MEDECINS DU MONDE, - Pôle Recrutement / Parcours –, 62 rue Marcadet, F - 75018 Paris - FRANCE, Tel : 00(33) (0)1 44 92 14 72, Email:secretariat.rhmissions@medecinsdumonde.net

SME Coordinator

Founded in 1990, Relief International provides emergency, rehabilitation and development services that empower beneficiaries in the process. RI’s programs include health, shelter construction, education, community development, agriculture, food, income-generation, and conflict resolution. RI employs an innovative approach to program design and a high quality of implementation performance in demonstrating deep and lasting impact in reducing human suffering worldwide.

Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 21 Jun 2005

Job Description
Responsibilities & Duties:

Relief International has been implementing Alternative Livelihoods and CFW programs in Nangarhar since 2002. The program aims to provide immediate income and income generation activities to a wide population in this province. The SME Coordinator will be responsible for overall leadership of the SME development, which assists in enabling participants to create, run, and expand small businesses.

This includes developing and managing training programs, identifying credit profile criteria and the most appropriate methodologies that apply to the target beneficiary group; development of credit strategy, policies and procedures; overseeing portfolio management to ensure best use of funds and solvency of portfolio, and coaching, mentoring and training national staff; determining repayment period of loans. In summary, the person will be responsible for guiding the process and developing local capacity.

Requirements

A degree in Economics and finance or other relevant areas.

At least 3 years Micro credit experience, preferably managerial level.

Experience in Cash for Work Programs or vocational training.

International experience with NGOs

Vacancies ContactOnly candidates who submit Cover Letter, CV/Resume, 3 names of past supervisors (including e-mail address, mailing address, phone number), salary history will be considered: mailto:hr@ri.org

Project coordinator

International Federation Terre des hommes (IFTDH)

Swiss based Foundation providing direct aid to children in need

Location city: Kabul
Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 17 May 2005

Job Description
In charge of the coordination of the Child Rights Consortium Project, for which Terre des hommes is the leading agency, the coordinator implements, monitors and evaluates all activities linked to the CRC. He/she organises coordination and thematic meetings between the members and reports to the country representative and the head office. He/she manages HR, budgets and contracts and is the focal point person for the donor, the authorities and other NGO’s and agencies.

A previous experience of at least three years in a similar position as well as in developing countries, if possible in a Muslim context, is absolutely required. Candidates have an extended knowledge of child protection issues and of project cycle management; they are excellent team leaders and team members and experienced program managers. Skilful communicators, they have developed networking skills and stress resistance. Fluency in English is required. Minimum age: 30.

Starting date: June the 15th, 2005
Contractual conditions: salaried position

Vacancies ContactPlease send your complete application file, including the application form which can be downloaded on our website, to Mrs. Loyse Bonjour, Fondation Terre des hommes, Human Resources Department, En Budron C8, 1052 Le Mont-sur-Lausanne, Switzerland or mail it to rh@tdh.ch., The recruitment and selection procedures of Terre des hommes reflect our commitment for child security and protection.

Head of Internal Audit

Horus Banque et Finance (HORUS)

Consulting company specialized in microfinance

Location city: Kabul
Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 15 Jun 2005

Job Description
A consulting company specialized in financial services and microfinance in developing countries (mainly Africa and Asia) has a vacancy for a Head of Internal Audit position with a Bank in Afghanistan.

Under the supervision of the CEO, s/he will be in charge of creating and developing an Internal Audit Department. S/he should possess strong professional experience in establishing, implementing and developing accounting and control systems and procedures for micro and small finance programs and for commercial banks.

Applicants should have the ability to work independently within a multidisciplinary team of experts. Master in administration/management and minimum of ten years of banking experience (internal audit) are required as well as excellent spoken and written English.

Send CV and letter to Horus Development Finance - 39, rue La Fayette – 75009 Paris – FRANCE or recrut@horus-groupe.com under reference HBF-AFG-05-02

Vacancies ContactGuillaume Debaig: gdebaig@horus-df.com

Programme Coordinator

Mission East

Location city: Taloqan
Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 08 May 2005

Job Description
Position Title: Programme Coordinator, Taloqan
Location: Taloqan, Afghanistan
Reports to: Country Director
Has Reporting to: Project Coordinators

BACKGROUND:

Mission East, founded in Denmark in 1991, is an international humanitarian organisation, working in Eastern Europe and Asia. The organisation’s activities in Afghanistan presently focus on reconstruction, construction and public health. More information on Mission East and its work in Afghanistan can be found at: www.miseast.org.

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY: Coordination of Mission East programme in Takhar province, Afghanistan.

Key tasks and responsibilities will include:

-Operational Management

- Approval of expenditure within given authorisation limits, as delegated by the Country Director
- Recruitment and management of project staff in line with Mission East policies, ensuring that staff have the necessary induction, training and support as required
- Implementation of the Mission East performance management system with all directly line managed staff. With the Country Director, develop the performance management system where possible within the programme
- Monitoring of overall programme operations and make recommendations to the Country Director.
- As a member of the senior management team, participation in decision-making process and contribute to the early identification and resolution of operational issues

- Programme Delivery

- Working closely with the Country Director in strategic development of Mission East’s future work in this field. This will include proposal development.
- Monitoring and evaluation of programmes to maintain and/or improve the quality of work. Incorporate learning in the programme and ensure achievement of desired impact.
- Ensure, through coordination with the Country Director that Mission East programmes comply with donor contractual obligations and that all reporting is of acceptable quality and is done in a timely manner.
- Ensure that design and implementation of programmes are in accordance with Mission East policy and practice, principles and agreed priorities and objectives.
- Ensure that the programme is implemented in a consultative, participative and gender sensitive way
- To be familiar with and ensure that programme staffs abide by the NGO/Red Cross Code of Conduct, the People in Aid Code, Mission East procedures and other regulatory codes (e.g. Sphere Minimum Standards and InterAction Field Co-operation Protocol).

- Coordination and Representation

- Coordination with Project Coordinators regarding field operational needs
- Ensure Mission East representation in appropriate external programmatic fora, in liaison with the Country Director.
- Working closely with local and national level authorities to ensure that Mission East’s programmes remain within governmental strategies and Afghan law
- Propose or participate in short, medium and long-term in-service training initiatives for all operational staff, and collaborate with similar human resources development initiatives from other managers

- Reporting:

- In coordination with Project Coordinators, support the Country Director in internal reporting and communications, as well as reports to donors and external partners as relevant.

DESIRED PROFILE:

The ideal candidate will have a solid background related to the management of international relief development projects Education should be to at least degree level, preferably in a social sciences related discipline or international development. Advanced degree in community development or public health is preferred.

In addition to the theoretical skills, the ideal candidate will have a proven record of effective management, understanding of, and being able to practice situational leadership, - i.e. recognising and using the appropriate style of leadership that each situation demands (directing, coaching, supporting, delegating).

Other combinations of strong project and personnel management skills, cultural sensitivity and professional expertise may, however, also be relevant.

Finally, the ideal candidate will be someone accountable and responsible, with an ability to build others’ capacity while at the same time relating and communicating equally well with colleagues, beneficiaries as well as local, national and international bodies.

SKILLS REQUIRED

- Strategic and analytical thinking, and ability to perform under pressure.
- Ability to manage processes, maintain focus on objectives rather than problem details, and meet deadlines.
- Personnel management skills. Ability to delegate, follow-up and supervise as well as support.
- Project monitoring and quality control skills.
- Good information management and processing skills
- Understanding of donor guidelines and regulations as well as international protocols and guidelines
- Solid drafting/reporting skills (in good written English)
- Understanding of basic accounting and bookkeeping skills
- PC proficiency, at least including word processing (MS Word) and spreadsheets (MS Excel). Ability to design and use databases (MS Access) is an advantage.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

- Project management experience essential, at least three years practical programme management experience in a relief context.
- The candidate will have previous experience preparing proposals and budgets, overseeing budgets, preparing work plans, training staff, and monitoring/evaluating projects.
- The candidate will have demonstrated a good understanding of the needs of poor rural and urban communities and of appropriate ways of tackling these needs.

Vacancies ContactTo apply for this position, please visit www.miseast.org/apply where you will be able to complete an online application form. Please ensure that all questions are fully answered as candidates will be initially screened using data submitted on the online form., Closing date for applications is Sunday 8th May 2005

Monitoring & Evaluation Manager

Afghanistan New Beginnings Program (ANBP)

Project of UNDP

Location city: Kabul
Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 04 May 2005

Job Description
Responsibilities:

Design of M & E procedures and tools to support the positions of M & E Officers. The M & E Officers need to be in a position to judge if the implementing partners have delivered the agreed services as per the signed contract according to the UNDP rules and regulations.

Definition of standardized reports and tables;

Filing and recording system (for future audits);

M & E procedures and tools should be explained in a brief M & E manual;

Implementation of defined M & E procedures and tools to support the positions of M & E Officers;

Envisioned activities: Training of ANBP/UNDP personnel, especially the M & E Officers and their assistants in the use of the designed M & E procedures and tools;

Output: M & E Officers and their assistants should understand the M & E tools and procedures.

Qualifications:

Advanced university degree in economics, statistics, public affairs or international development studies;

At least ten (10) years of experience in monitoring and reporting at the macro level;

Experience of heading a unit dealing with development issues either in the public sector, or with a donor or implementing agency, at least some of which will be in a field setting; previous work experience in post-conflict situations an asset;

Experience in undertaking several evaluation studies and impact assessments;

Advanced computer skills, including Word, Excel and Access;

Ability to present information in a transparent and comprehensible manner;

Written and spoken fluency in English; knowledge local languages is an asset;

Expert knowledge of M & E procedures and tools within the UNDP project implementation context;

Expert knowledge of UNDP project implementing procedures, especially in the areas of Contracting, Procurement and Finance.

Vacancies Contactvacancies@anbpafg.org

Program Manager for Electoral Commission

The Asia Foundation

Location city: Kabul
Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 05 May 2005

Job Description
The Asia Foundation seeks a Program Manager for Electoral Commission Capacity Building in their Kabul Office. The position is expected to last 18 months and the Program Manager will be assisted by expert trainers and advisors, and administrative staff.

Job Responsibilities include:

In cooperation with the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC), assess, plan, implement and evaluate the 18 month program for sustainability of the IEC, which includes:

Cross-fertilization visits for electoral administrators, both inside and outside Afghanistan;

Training of elections administrators post-elections;

Organizational and financial management courses;

Establishing internal training capacity and a training centre;

Establishing and developing an elections library / resource centre.

Hire and manage consultants and Technical Assistants to implement the various aspects of the program.

Coordinate and cooperate with all stakeholders and implementers in the field of Electoral Commission capacity-building

Provide policy advice and recommendations to The Asia Foundation, the Independent Electoral Commission, and others on Electoral Commission development

Carry out training for the Independent Electoral Commission

Provide strategic analysis, recommendations and reporting on IEC development

Experience and skills preferred:

At least five years experience with electoral commission capacity building in a developing country

At least ten years experience in democracy and governance programme management

Accredited electoral commissions trainer

Extensive experience working with UN electoral systems

Extensive networks and resources in the field of electoral commission capacity-building

Demonstrated ability to work with a broad range of stakeholders, including senior electoral commissioners, donors, ordinary voters, trainers, translators, UN personnel

Ability to work in a dynamic environment in a post-conflict country

Experience in Afghanistan or Central Asia

Education:

Master’s or Professional degree preferred, with Bachelor degree the minimum. Studies in the field of development, political science, public administration, sociology, international relations, Asian studies or other relevant fields.

Vacancies ContactWe offer excellent benefits and salary commensurate with experience, education and prior salary history. Please send resume with cover letter, specifying the position for which you are applying, to: Human Resources, The Asia Foundation, P.O. Box 193223, San Francisco, CA 94119-3223, USA or fax to +1 415-956-4857 or email to jobs@asiafound.org. Recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce is a high priority at The Asia Foundation. The Asia Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. Application Deadline is May 5, 2005. No phone calls please.

Program Manager - Humanitarian Assistance for the Women of Afghanistan (HAWA)

CARE

CARE Canada is one of the world's largest relief and development organizations.

Location city: Kabul
Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 20 May 2005

Job Description
1. JOB SUMMARY

The incumbent will provide effective leadership for a program providing assistance to 10,000 widows living in 4 districts of Kabul. The aim of the program is to assist widows to become economically self-reliant. The program covers various components; large-scale food distribution, income-generating/ vocational training activities as well as reproductive and mental health initiatives. The program manger will provide effective transition strategies in order to manage the gradual phase-out of the food- component (over the course of 1.5/ 2 years) and seek new funding opportunities to increase the scale and effectiveness of the income-generating / skills building components.

2. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Manage a donor portfolio of approximately $7million (institutional and private funds), prepare budgets and donor reports accordingly.
2. Supervise 60 national staff, conduct yearly appraisals, to identify training needs and/or coaching and mentoring opportunities.
3. Supervise the effective use of food commodities for the program; approve distribution reports, prepare procurement updates, monitor warehouse/ commodity reports.
4. Supervise the implementation of HAWA’s yearly nutritional survey; selecting consultants, preparing terms of reference, etc.
5. Supervise the effective implementation of all other sub-projects such as -- psychosocial counseling initiative, poultry project, reproductive health, community health worker training etc -- ensuring that staff implement projects according to agreed objectives and following CARE procurement/ financial/ reporting regulations.
6. Identify potential funding sources and develop proposals for institutional and private donors according to the needs of program participants.
7. Develop and maintain effective alliances with relevant Ministries (Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs, Ministry of Women’s Affairs, etc), donors and international agencies.
8. Maintain existing and initiate new collaborative relationships with other NGOs, and UN agencies.
9. Participate in CARE senior management team meetings and contribute to CARE’s short and long term strategic planning sessions.
10. Participate and contribute to the development of CARE’s policy documents (particularly those focusing on gender).
11. Represent CARE in fundraising and public information activities with donors, Ministries and the media as required.

3. MINIMUM REQUIRMENTS

Education /Training

University Degree in International Development, Gender or Social Sciences

Work Experience

At least 5 years’ experience of managing multi-sectoral programs in at least one or more of the following areas-food distribution, income-generation, vocational training and reproductive health, with NGOs in post-conflict countries

Knowledge of nutrition and mental health issues affecting women in post-conflict countries.

Food and Commodity Management experience

Previous experience working in conflict and post conflict areas

Significant experience in small enterprise development and gender issues, particularly in an Islamic context

Experience of working in Afghanistan (Desirable)

Skills

High degree of self motivation

Excellent written and spoken English

Excellent analytical skills, project design and proposal writing skills (Essential)

Excellent people management, coaching and mentoring skills

A relaxed management style that empowers rather than controls

Knowledge of Dari (Desirable)

4. WORKING CONDITIONS

Though the three years following the fall of the Taliban have brought incredible political and social changes to Afghanistan, poverty remains extreme throughout the country. The security situation has stabilised somewhat since the recent successful presidential elections, particulalrly in the capital, Kabul. However parts of the south and southeast of the country continue to have pockets of insecurity.

Nevertheless, Afghans are an open friendly people with a reputation for hospitality. A healthy dose of humility, human respect and a sense of humour will guarantee strong friendships and a productive working environment.

CARE maintains offices in 10 provinces including Kabul. Health services remain fairly basic though healthcare of an international standard is more readily available than in the past - the military hospital which serves the International Security Assistane Force also provides emergency care to civilians. A number of private healthcare facilities serving internationals have also started operations recently. There is even an ambulance service available for emergencies. Hospitals in nearby Pakistan are of very good qualtiy and extreme health cases can also be flown to Dubai, one and half hours away.

There is a small international school in Kabul as well as an Afghan-American school and a well established primary and middle school run by the International Assistance Mission. In addition there are good daycare and kindergarten facilities. Office conditions and communication facilities are good. Local housing is also of good quality, but generally quite expensive. Afghanistan is an accompanied post but single expatriate staff generally share housing in an International Staff house. Electricity is generally supplied by the city, though this can be erratic. Therefore all residences and offices are equipped with generators.

Vacancies ContactInterested applicants should apply online via the CARE Canada website (www.care.ca) or via Careers Without Borders (careerswithoutborders.com)or by email to shirley@care.ca

Programme Officer

United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS)

Location city: Kabul
Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 08 May 2005

Job Description

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Vacancy No: 2005/GLO/AFG/05
Programme: Mine Action Programme in Afghanistan (00030011)
Post Title: Programme Officer
Organisation: UNOPS
Level: P3 (ALD equivalent)*
Duty Station: Kabul, Afghanistan
Duration: 6 months initial contract
Deadline for submissions: 8 May 2005
Estimated Start Date: 1 June 2005

I - Overview

The Mine Action Programme for Afghanistan (MAPA) includes the Mine Action Centre, five UN Area Mine Action Centres with three sub-offices and up to 20 NGOs working as implementing partners. The programme currently employs approximately 8,500 Afghan personnel. At the request of the Afghan Government, the UN Mine Action Centre for Afghanistan (MACA) has developed a mine action plan to clear all high impact contaminated areas within five years and national Mine Risk Education programmes will also be implemented. The strategy will be implemented in a coordinated fashion by the Government, UN Agencies, international organizations, academic centres and foundations, and national and international NGO implementing agencies working in Afghanistan.

The MACA Programme Coordination Section has been established to assist in the coordination of various mine action projects managed by MACA Project Offices, each responsible for a certain thematic portfolio, and is responsible for monitoring programme budgets that encompass the eight components of the mine action portfolio in Afghanistan. It also extends assistance to Project Offices in terms of budgeting.

The Programme Officer will work in the Programme Coordination Section of the MACA under the direct supervision of the Senior Programme Officer. His/her primary duties are to monitor each stage of the project cycle for the projects managed by various project officers and ensure that contractual obligations are being met by implementing partners/subcontractors, maintain updated records on mine action asset allocation across all implementing partners, consolidate/update information and the status of all mine action projects that are active in Afghanistan, and maintain the Programme budget in close liaison with UN agencies that are administering the projects and implementing partners operating under the Mine Action Programme for Afghanistan.

II – Duties and Responsibilities

Within this context, the incumbent main responsibilities are:

1. Monitoring/Appraisal of pipeline projects

- Assist in the review of potential mine action projects to determine feasibility of implementation by the MACA and MAPA, the appropriate capacity to undertake the demining work and appropriate timelines in relation to the workplan and available resources.Maintain a record of these reviews and actions taken.

- Establish a standard procedure for this process and ensure its full implementation.

2. Costing of the workplan/Project Formulation

The Programme Officerwill cost the annual MAPA operational workplan representing each of the eight components of the programme budget to form the basis of mine action portfolio (i.e. fund raising document for the Programme), review proposals received against each component and inform the funding requirement to fund raising agencies, and allocate funds as pledged.

Contracts

- Upon formal acceptance to a request for work, assist the Project Officer in charge of the component in asset allocation and preparation of project proposals, with technical inputs from other sections as necessary.

- Assist in the pre-funding discussions with funding/implementation agencies such as UNDP, UNOPS, UNMAS, as necessary. Ensure that all the required information/documents are provided from UNMACA.

Grants

- Review proposals submitted from potential implementing partners for review against the annual workplan by the relevant Project Officer.

- Assist the Project Officer in fine-tuning the budget with the implementing partners and making sure that the proposal format is in accordance with the requirement.

- Obtain updates from UNMAS on the progress of the grant process, signature of agreements and payment, and inform Project Officer accordingly.

General

- Monitor and follow up on the various processes that lead to funds transfer and contracting to ensure that each process takes place in a timely fashion.

- Maintain updated information on NGO budgets, costing and asset allocation.

3. Allocation of funds

- Receive information on pledges/contributions and allocate funds to projects in consultation with Project Officers.

- Maintain records on all donor intentions and funding information. Address shortfalls to External Relations as well as funding agency (such as UNMAS, UNDP).

4. Contracting

- For UN-implemented projects, prepare costings for contracts and amendment upon receipt of the workplan or its revision from the Project Officer.

- Maintain a log of all the agreements, contracts, project documents and other contractual documents relating to all mine action projects.

5. Reporting/Fund monitoring

- Receive technical/financial reports (and in certain cases, invoices) for UN implemented projects from implementing partners and forward to Project Officers for verification.

- Upon certification of reports, forward them with relevant documentation such as invoices, to to the respective administrating agencies for payment.

- Maintain the status of all project budgets under each of the Programme Components (Coordination, Clearance, Survey, Monitoring/Evaluation/Training, Mine Risk Education, Capacity Building, Victim Assistance and Stockpile Destruction) for various reporting/fund raising purposes.

- Ensure that information related to the payment to implementing partners is communicated in a timely fashion, from the administrating agencies.

- Assist Project Officers in monitoring the project balance and ensure smooth extension or closure of projects.

6. Monitoring of Implementing Partners

- As a member of the NGO Task Force, discuss various issues relating to implementing partners, and the course of actions.

- Review various requests/inquiries received from implementing partners and provide response with technical inputs with relevant sections of UNMACA, as required.

III – Qualifications

1. Academic background

- University degree in business administration, social sciences or economics

- Advanced University degree in business administration, social sciences or economics is desirable

2. Relevant working experience

- Three to five years relevant working experience in project management or programming.

- Experience with the United Nations or an International NGOs is an asset, preferably within Afghanistan.

3. Necessary Skills

- Team player with excellent interpersonal skills and proven ability to perform in a difficult environment;
- Ability to execute multiple tasks.
- Ability to speak and write fluently in English
- Sound computer skills, in particular Word, Excel, and Powerpoint
- Able to work in a multi cultural/multi national environment

Vacancies ContactSubmission of Applications, Interested individuals should e-mail a detailed CV (including birth date and nationality) to the address below and should include the exact vacancy number of the post they apply for in the “Subject” of their e-email. , E-mail address is: maujobs@unops.org Interested applicants must fulfill the specified qualifications. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted. Deadline for submission of applications is 8 May 2005. For more information on the UN’s involvement in Mine Action, visit our website at: www.unops.org and www.mineaction.org, * This grade is indicative only. The final grade will be determined at the time of recruitment according to the candidate’s qualifications.

Programme Coordinator

Mission East

Location city: Taloqan
Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 08 May 2005

Logistics Coordinator

Mission East

Location city: Taloqan
Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 08 May 2005

Job Description
Position Title: Logistics Co-ordinator
Location: Afghanistan (based in Taloqan with travel to Faizabad and Kabul)
Length of contract: 12 months
Reports to: Country Director
Has Reporting to: Logistics Managers and Officers

Background:

Mission East, founded in Denmark in 1991, is an international humanitarian organisation, working in Eastern Europe and Asia. The organisation’s activities in Afghanistan presently focus on reconstruction, construction and public health.

More information on Mission East and its work in Afghanistan can be found at: www.miseast.org.

Overall responsibility:

Coordination of all logistics to support projects in Afghanistan. Managing/ supervising resources within defined boundaries, which includes people, assets and/or budgets.

Key tasks and responsibilities:

- Implement logistics management systems and ensure their proper usage, e.g. purchasing and tender procedures, warehousing, transports, vehicles log books, and contract filing.

- Take lead responsibility for the management of supplies used in the programme. This will include requisitioning, local purchase, clearance, transport, warehousing (including storage and stock control systems) and the issuing of supplies.

- Approve of operations, office and accommodation expenditures within given authorization limits, as delegated by the CD.

- Maintain records and submit reports as appropriate, for aspects of the programme detailed above. This is to include a weekly situation report as outlined by and to be submitted to the Country Director.

- Work with the Country Director on security issues, security of assets, and the safety, security and evacuation of staff.

- To recruitment and manage logistics staff in line with Mission East policies, ensuring that they have the necessary induction, training and support as required.

- To provide training and mentoring to the national logistics supervisory and management staff to strengthen their management skills.

- Assist the Programme Coordinator and Project Coordinators with logistics advice during the drawing up of new project proposals. Make assessments of the logistics issues of new emergency situations (ports, airports, trucking fleets, etc.) and reporting any recommendations.

- Establish and maintain vehicle fleet management routines, including the management of lead drivers and mechanics, allocation of vehicles, maintenance of radio equipment, tool kits, spares, first aid kits and monthly costing reports. Monitor the fuel consumption of Mission East vehicles and the skills of the drivers.

- Maintain the installations (after training if necessary) of radio, phone, fax and other communications systems and establishing communications routines for programmes and teams. Training team members in the use of equipment.

- Maintain domestic arrangements for international teams, including renovating accommodation, and making arrangements for other domestic needs, travel arrangements etc.

- Provide assessment and reports of the job performance evaluations of all logistics staff.

Desired profile:

The ideal candidate will have qualifications and/or extensive experience in logistics management with the related skills as listed above (managing supplies, team support, vehicle management and communications, security)

The ideal candidate will have had experience in maintaining and developing offices with a range of equipment including radio and satellite communications equipment and computer networks.

In addition to the theoretical skills, the ideal candidate will have a proven record of effective management, understanding of, and being able to practice situational leadership, - i.e. recognizing and using the appropriate style of leadership that each situation demands (directing, coaching, supporting, delegating).

Other combinations of strong project and personnel management skills, cultural sensitivity and professional expertise may, however, also be relevant.

Finally, the ideal candidate will be someone accountable and responsible, with an ability to build others’ capacity while at the same time relating and communicating equally well with colleagues, beneficiaries as well as local, national and international bodies.

Competencies Required:

- Good organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Sound knowledge of logistics practices and standards.
- Strong interpersonal, management and leadership skills
- Ability to work in participatory manner with staff to assess needs, implement and monitor activities.
- Management of budgets and ability to prepare timely, complete and accurate reports.
- Commitment and demonstrated skills to build national staff capacity in the areas of logistic management, supervision, and monitoring.
- General practical competencies in vehicle maintenance, and building skills would be an advantage.
- Fluent spoken English, excellent abilities in written English. Ability to speak Dari is an advantage.
- Demonstrated ability to work in insecure or hardship locations, and be able to live in a group setting.
- Proficiency with MS word and Excel. Ability to use MS Access databases is advantageous.

Experience required:

- Requires at least three years experience coordinating or managing logistics for humanitarian relief programmes.
- Commitment to humanitarian principles and action.
- Experience in Afghanistan/Central Asia an advantage.

General Coordinator

Location city: Kabul / Herat
Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 01 Jun 2005

Coordination experience within the framework of an humanitarian mission abroad is essential.

Management experience

Well organized and focussed

Able to work in and to manage a team

Able to prioritize between tasks

Capacity for planning

Capacity to elaborate reports

Able to work in an unsecured area and to strictly follow security guidelines

High level of English, written and oral

Basic computer skills (Word, Excel, email...)

Adaptability, flexibility

Initiative and motivation,

Ability to live and work in team

Capacity to adapt to difficult context and living conditions

Autonomy, diplomacy and patience

Medical Coordinator

Save the Children Alliance

Location city: Kabul / Herat
Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 01 Jul 2005

Job Description
MdM has been working on 3 programs (in Kabul, Herat and Chaghcharan in Ghor Province) in Agfhanistan for more than 20 years.

Since 1995, MDM-F is supporting some MCH clinics of the Ministry of Health (MOH) in deprived districts of Kabul city. Currently MDM-France is in charge of 2 MCH clinics in Kabul city (district 5). By end of 2005 MDM will progressively withdraw while handing over to a local NGO still to be identified

Since 1995, MDM-F has been supported 3 MCH in Hérat. In April 2004 the first phase of a hand over has started with the MOH now in charge of paying the salaries to the staff. These salaries are still topped up through incentives paid by MDM. By end of 2005 MDM will progressively withdraw while handing over to a local NGO still to be identified.

The Medical coordinator manages and coordinates medical teams and operations for MDM programs in Afghanistan.

H/she coordinates and supervises medicals teams in Kabul and Heart (overall coordination and supervision, including active setting of medical priorities; human resources management and recruitment of national medical staff and training and capacity building of medical team and clinic staff.

The medical coordinator ensures that quality care is consistently provided in the clinics (supports and supervises MCH supervisors and assists in the prioritization of tasks; maintains overview of clinic operation and be proactive in suggesting and following up on improvements to the procedures and services.)

Toguether with the General Coordinator, h/she elaborates plans for 2006 operations (develops plans for 2006 activities in accordance with existing strategic direction ; participates in information gathering, contacts building and proposal writing relating to 2006 planning and activities).

The Medical Coordinator supervises the management of the pharmacy (supervises the process of drug record keeping and procurement, verifies the monthly request of the pharmacist; participates in the budget preparation with regard to predicted medical expenses and in particular drug consumption).

H/she maintains effective systems of gathering epidemiological data in the clinics, participates in writing of donor reports and proposals, in particular the medical aspects and collects, analyses and documents medical activities on a monthly basis.

The Medical Coordinator keeps General coordinator well informed on medical activities (be the primary contact point for the General Goordinator in relation to medical activities ; ensures that General Coordinator is informed of progress and any major difficulties ; participates in weekly coordination meeting ; participates in writing the medical monthly report and writes an end-of-mission report to use as hand-over to the next incoming expatriate and adapt job description).

Departure: June 2005
Duration: 6 months
Status: Volunteer
Monthly Allowance: 915 Euros + Daily Subsistence Allowance (Perdiem)

Profil :

Coordination experience within the framework of an humanitarian mission abroad is essential.

Medical Doctor, nurse or midwife

Good communication abilities

Well organized and focused

Able to work in and to manage a team

Capacity to elaborate reports

Able to respect security guidelines

High level of English, written and oral

Basic computer skills (Word, Excel, email...)

Background in public health

Humanitarian experience in similar project

Adaptability, flexibility

Initiative and motivation,

Ability to live and work in team

Capacity to adapt to difficult context and living conditions

Autonomy, diplomacy and patience

Deputy Program Manager

Save the Children is the leading independent organization creating real and lasting change for children in need in the U.S. and around the world

Location city: Balkh/Jawzjan
Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 15 May 2005

Job Description
Save the Children - the leading independent organization creating real and lasting change for children in need in the U.S. and around the world - seeks Deputy Program Manager to establish and manage administrative and finance operations for Save the Children's programs, offices, and staff in Balkh and Jawzjan Provinces, including Andkhoy in northern Afghanistan.

Responsibilities include financial, grant and personnel management and compliance, purchasing, inventory, logistics, communications, and compliance with local laws and contractual obligations. The Deputy Program Manager will also establish and implement security protocols to ensure safety and security of personnel and property.

BA with 5+ years' relevant experience in development sector required. Experience must include financial and narrative proposal preparation, finance and grants management and familiarity with security procedures in insecure environments. Must have strong administrative, organizational, personnel management, and capacity building skills. Strong English communication skills (oral and written), cross-cultural skills, leadership, interpersonal skills and ability to frequently travel in provinces and districts also required. Dari language skills preferred.

Vacancies ContactPlease apply on line at http://www.savethechildren.org/careers/index.asp.

Programme Support Assistant

Aga Khan Foundation

Location city: Kabul
Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 08 May 2005

Job Description
The position of Programme Support Assistant reports to the head of the Aga Khan School of Nursing (AKUSON), Kabul and is responsible for providing overall assistance to the unit as follows:

A. Grant Management and Donor Relations

1. Assisting in the development of proposals and writing of reports.
2. Researching potential avenues of funding for AKUSON and maintaining up-to-date information on donor interests and priorities.
3. In conjunction with Aga Khan Foundation (AKF), developing strategies for securing resources and influencing policy processes through diversification of AKDN’s support base and innovative approaches, including exploration of non-traditional and indirect resource opportunities.
4. Proofreading and editing documents prior to submission.
5. Maintaining a watching brief on Government of Afghanistan programmes.
6. Facilitating donor evaluations and other stakeholder visits.

B. Knowledge Acquisition and Management

7. Developing and maintaining a detailed understanding of the work being implemented by AKUSON in Afghanistan.
8. Assisting in the development and maintenance of a project information and management system that is responsive to the needs of the organization.
9. Supporting capacity-building efforts with AKUSON projects and grantees.

C. Communications

10. Assisting in the development and dissemination of effective communications materials on AKUSON programmes.

D. Impact Assessment

11. Assisting in the development of a strategic approach to measuring overall programme impacts.
12. Assisting in identifying gaps in policies and operational procedures as well as bottlenecks that hinder field implementation and achievement of programme goals, and recommending solutions to these issues.

E. General Support to AKUSON

13. Participating in key AKUSON strategic planning and budget preparation meetings.
14. Attending meetings, workshops and conferences as necessary as an AKUSON representative.
15. Carrying out day-to-day administrative tasks,
16. Providing overall support to the Head of AKUSON, Kabul as required.

REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum BA degree with at least 2 years related to the international development sector

Experience with preparing budgets and project proposals

Good oral and written communication skills in English and Dari

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel).

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Self-motivated, Pro-active, efficient, reliable and creative.

Vacancies ContactQualified applicants are invited to apply for this exciting and challenging position by e-mailing a resume (in Word format and no more than 3 pages in length) and application letter to the Human Resources Department at the following address (humanresources@akdn-afg.org). The deadline for applications is Sunday, 8th May, 2005. Only short-listed applications will be acknowledged.

General Coordinator

Location city: Kabul / Herat
Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 01 Jun 2005

Coordination experience within the framework of an humanitarian mission abroad is essential.

Management experience

Well organized and focussed

Able to work in and to manage a team

Able to prioritize between tasks

Capacity for planning

Capacity to elaborate reports

Able to work in an unsecured area and to strictly follow security guidelines

High level of English, written and oral

Basic computer skills (Word, Excel, email...)

Adaptability, flexibility

Initiative and motivation,

Ability to live and work in team

Capacity to adapt to difficult context and living conditions

Autonomy, diplomacy and patience

Programme Manager

Danish Demining Group

Humanitarian

Location city: Kabul
Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 10 May 2005

Job Description

Danish Demining Group
Invites applications for the position of: Programme Manager in Afghanistan

Danish Demining Group (DDG) has operated in Afghanistan since 1999. At present the total work force of approximately 400 national employees is involved in manual demining and EOD work. The Programme Manager reports to the Head of DDG and has 6-8 expatriate staff assisting him/her in the operations.

Terms of Reference

External relations

Liaise with Afghan authorities, donors, Mine Action authorities including UNMACA, and other organisations active in demining, development and security.

Write proposals and reports to the above actors.

Facilitate field trips with donors, HQ staff and occasionally media.

Management duties

Analyse, plan and implement programme developments on a strategic level, including development of responses to donor requirements for integration with other development sectors.

Manage finances with the assistance of the Programme Administrator

Plan, develop and manage human resources in the programme with the assistance of the Administrator.

Monitor and respond to the security environment with regards to Afghanistan’s internal conflict as well as to the risks associated with mine action activities.

Internal relations

Liaise with staff in Copenhagen HQ.

Head the management team for DDG Afghanistan consists of the Programme Manager, Project Managers the Programme Administrator (admin/fin) and the Operations Manager (technical).

Participate in meetings with Technical Advisors and senior national staff and visit field staff regularly.

Qualifications

Substantial international experience from humanitarian/development work including programme development and management responsibilities.

Substantial experience with humanitarian mine action but not necessarily in a technical capacity.

Experience with financial management.

Experience with writing proposals and reports to donors.

Experience with high security environments.

Cultural sensitivity. Afghan experience is an advantage.

Diplomatic, patient and persistent.

Fluency in written and spoken English.

Good knowledge of Word and Excell.

Conditions

Start: 1st of June or as soon as possible.
Duty station: DDG HQ Afghanistan, Kabul.
Contract: 1 year contract with possibility of extension. Salary and other conditions are in accordance with DDG/DRC staff rules.

Further information

Head of DDG: Paul Mackintosh at: Pmac@drc.dk

Vacancies ContactSend a letter of application and CV in English. Only applications, that address the stipulated duties and meet the required qualifications will be considered. CV-only applications will NOT be considered. Please forward your application no later than May 10th, 2005 to:, Suzanne.frost@drc.dk

Managing Director

Afghanaid

Afghanistan is listed in the bottom three of every possible statistic of the poorest countries. Afghanaid has worked in Afghanistan since 1983 and its work is highly regarded. Since 1995 our work has been based on a community development approach and we currently work in four provinces of the country.

Location city: Kabul
Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 13 May 2005

Job Description
We seek an experienced Director who can lead and inspire this significant NGO which now has a turnover of £3M per annum and a staff of approximately 400 of whom over 95% are Afghan.

This is a unique opportunity to take the helm of an important charity working in Afghanistan at a time when the international community is focused upon the country and new relationships are being forged with the Afghan government, international donors and others.

Do you have the leadership skills to take the organisation forward? Do you have the experience required to represent Afghanaid at all levels of government within Afghanistan and the UK, as well as with key donors, UN agencies and other NGOs? Can you rise to the challenges facing the people of Afghanistan?

Vacancies ContactDownload an application pack at our website: www.afghanaid.org.uk

Financial Controller

Aïna

Aïna is an international NGO dedicated to the reconstruction of civil society through local independent media and culture projects. At present, our activities in Afghanistan include: Eight media and cultural centers in Kabul and in the provinces; A radio production unit; A video production unit: A photojournalism agency; A communication agency; A national radio monitoring department; and a print press department supporting 7 publications. Approximately 250 Afghans and 25 expatriates work with Aina in Afghanistan. More details at www.ainaworld.org

Location city: Kabul
Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 30 Apr 2005

Job Description
Objectives and responsibilities:

Supervise all financial and accounting teams and tasks in Afghanistan; participate in the Executive Committee meetings.

Main tasks:

1/ Team Management

Manage a financial team of 5 employees; Evaluate and approve the monthly evaluations of the local team; Train the different teams to elaborate budgets and report to the donors.

2/ Budgets

Elaborate intermediary and final financial reports to the donors; Approve the budgets made by the Heads of Department for the donors or any other contract; Follow-up of the actual expenses in comparison to the budgets; Improve the existing processes and procedures.

3/ Accounts

Approve and review monthly / annual accounts; Responsible for cash management in Aina Afghanistan, and cash forecasts sent to HQ.

4/ Procedures

Responsible for the application of all financial and accounting procedures, particularly in the framework of expense authorization for which you are decision-maker; Responsible for the implementation of the financial software in Afghanistan.

5/ Other

Main contact to the donors for any financial subject; Decision-maker for any local financial aspect, in compliance with Aina’s procedures.

Necessary skills:

- Strong experience in financial management
- Capacity to work fluently in English

Additional, but not necessary skills:

- Knowledge / experience in development projects
- Experience in professional training
- Knowledge of Dari or Pashtu languages an asset

Comments:

This is a volunteer position. Aina will, however, provide housing, food, transportation and insurance to the employee while in Kabul, as well as a monthly transfer of €1050 in addition to a monthly living allowance of US$200.

PLEASE SEND RESUMES TO: hr@ainaworld.org

Vacancies ContactMike McGuire, hr@ainaworld.org

NSP Programme Coordinator

Concern

Location city: Taloqan City, Takhar Province
Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 19 May 2005

Job Description
To ensure effective and professional management of Concern Afghanistan’s Takhar South Programme which incorporates NSP in the Districts of Warsaj and Farkhar. (Note: NSP will be the major programme within Takhar South)

Experience Required:

Essential: At least two years previous overseas experience in a role directly involved with managing and implementing community development programmes or partner/local institution organisational capacity development programmes. At least two years experience of managing a team of national staff.

Desirable: Previous experience (one year or more) of working as a trainer in an area related to the objective of this job. Previous experience in Afghanistan with a local or international NGO. Previous experience working in an Islamic culture. Previous experience working in a complex post emergency. Knowledge or understanding of NSP or similar projects in other fields.

Vacancies Contacthrenquiries@concern.net

Senior Technical Advisor-Training and Development

Location city: Kabul
Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 02 May 2005

Job Description

VACANCY ANNOUNCMENT No. 2005/04/121
Date: 18 April 2005
Post Title: Senior Technical Adviser, Training and Development
Organizational Unit: UNDP Programme Division (State-building and Democratic Governance)
Type of Appointment: Special Service Agreement
Duration: Five months (starting early June 2005)
Position: One
Duty Station: Kabul, Afghanistan
Closing date: 02 May 2005

Background:

The Governments 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 Independent Administrative Reform and Civil Service Commission (IARCSC), as the lead government institution on public administration, has developed an ambitious and urgent agenda, which will be implemented by its Training and Development Department.

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 and in building and strengthening capacity within IARCSC.

One immediate challenge for the IARCSC is strengthening the capacity of its Training and Development Department in order to fulfill its mandate as the central coordination body in relation to training and development of civil servants. The newly established Department is starting with a low level of capacity relative to the number of tasks it faces, in particular in providing the overall strategic guidance at the political level. At the same time the Training and Development Department is not yet fully functional: a number of posts within the Department have to be filled, responsibilities of the Department and individuals have to be defined, basic administrative structures and standard operating procedures have to be put in place, a strategic work plan with associated priorities has to be developed etc.

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 assist the IARCSC to improve the functioning of its Training and Development Department and provide advice to the Director of the Department. She/he will be based at the IARCSC. The incumbent’s tasks will include, but not necessarily be limited to:

(1) Oversee and Advice on Implementation of the Overall Training Policy

Develop a strategic plan for the implementation of the recently developed training policy, including recommendations on developing the capacities of human resource (HR) Managers and Officers in the Government;

Develop a short reference document ("T&D Guidelines") for HR professionals that cover the essential information needed to make decisions on the management and implementation of training programs for their agency personnel and the accreditation process for training providers;

Support the T&D Department to share the training policy with HR professionals and managers within government agencies (e.g., ministries) and support the Department in all other ‘lobbying’ and dissemination related activities towards donors, governmental agencies and other actors;

Liaise with other actors working in the field of civil service reform, especially departments of the IARCSC involved in the development of Human Resources policies;

Liaise with the Ministry of Interior (MoI) that oversees training for provinces, municipalities and districts and support the T&D Department to clarify roles and responsibilities and division of labor on civil service training and development with the MoI.

Key deliverables: Policy Implementation Plan (Action Plan); IARCSC Training & Development Guidelines (Handbook); draft joint memorandum for IARCSC and MoI on civil service training and development.

(2) Strengthen Capacity of the Training & Development Department

Conduct organization diagnosis that assesses structure, systems, management, personnel and overall capacities of the T&D Department against government expectation/mandate and recommend measures to respond to short-comings;

Contribute to the design of the organizational structure so that it is capable of sustaining required programs, projects and policies;

Draft detailed job descriptions for staff in the Department and assist the Department in its recruitment effort to fill empty positions;

Establish adequate administrative/office processes and management procedures (standard operating procedures) to increase the organizational capacity and responsiveness of the Department;

Draft mission statement that defines strategic position and roles and responsibilities of the Training and Development Department;

Support IARCSC in the development of a strategic work plan that will prioritize and map out activities and key strategic options for the following months;

Train and develop capacities of national staff of the T&D Department.

Key deliverables: organization diagnosis and capacity assessment report of the T&D department; organizational chart; staffing strategy; job advertisements; job descriptions; administrative/office procedures; mission statement; strategic work plan; training/capacity development plan for national staff.

(3) Support to Implementation of Short-term Training Strategies

Assess the capacity of national training providers as possible implementers, as proposed training strategies will build on already existing structures and institutions and take into account present training and development programs;

This will include: preliminary identification of potential providers; development and distribution of a questionnaire to providers; interviews (providers, donors, contractors etc.); review of training materials;

Support the Department in establishing a training management system that will ensure the successful implementation of planned strategies (management structure, institutional mechanisms for planning and coordination and monitoring and evaluation procedures etc.).

Key deliverables: Provider capacity assessment report; training management system plan.

(4) Other Tasks

Perform other tasks as identified by the consultant and/or requested by the project steering committee, the Director of the T&D Department or UNDP;

Provide policy advice to the Director of the T&D Department on matters related to training and development, human resources management, management of technical assistance; project/program management etc.;

Advice UNDP on necessary support to the IARCSC in implementing it’s envisaged training strategies including input on implementation, budget and TOR; other general recommendations on further possible areas of support (e.g. strengthening capacity of national provider market);

Within the first 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 Skills required:

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 the establishment and management of Public Administration Institutions, civil service training, human resources management, and capacity building;

Prior experience with public sector reform in transitional and/or post conflict countries highly desirable;

Experience and proven skills in the field of organizational restructuring and work design as well as program and policy development, specifically in the field of training (experience in developing countries an asset);

Good judgment in dealing with complex and sensitive policy issues;

Strong experience and interest in building capacity of local staff (willingness to teach, patience, cultural understanding) and conducting instructional and participatory trainings, workshops, and presentations;

Strong team leadership abilities, interpersonal skills and communication skills;

Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English, knowledge of Dari or Pashto an asset.

Vacancies ContactSubmission of Applications:, Interested International candidates should submit their applications in writing (marked "Confidential" and clearly indicating on the sealed envelope the Vacancy Announcement number) to the Human Resources Officer, UNDP Afghanistan, Shah Mahmood Ghazi Watt Street, Kabul, Afghanistan or email their applications (indicating on the subject line the VA number and the title of the post applied to) to vacancies.afghanistan@undp.org , 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. 02 May 2005) will not be given consideration. Only short-listed candidates whose applications respond to the above criteria will be contacted for interview., Internal Candidates are eligible to apply only if they have completed full tenure of their current agreement, Women Candidates are highly encouraged to apply

Aid Co-ordination Advisor

Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 20 May 2005

Job Description

VACANCY ANNOUNCMENT No.2005/04/113
Date: 18 April 2005
Post Title: Aid Co-ordination Advisor
Organizational Unit: UNDP Country Office, Afghanistan; seconded to Budget Directorate General, Ministry of Finance
Type of Appointment: ALD International {AL3/4} (Subject to Experience)
Duration: Twelve Months, with possibility of extension, contingent on medical clearance Duty Station: Kabul, Afghanistan with possible travel to provinces
National Counterparts: Portfolio Monitoring and Budget Coordination (PMBC) Manager, National Aid Co-ordinator, National Database Manager
Number of Positions: 1 (One)
Closing Date for applications: 20 May 2005

Background:

The Budget Director is responsible for the preparation of the National Budget, and for monitoring and reporting on its implementation. The National Budget currently consists of two components - the Recurrent Budget and the Development Budget. Efforts are being made to integrate both budget streams.

The National Budget is a major co-ordination mechanism of the Government. Through the National Budget the priorities of the Government are consulted on, agreed and articulated to all national and international stakeholders. The Budget effectively becomes the plan of the Government, since it contains the expenditure programmes and priorities of the Government for the year ahead. The National Budget is also the primary instrument for the Government to allocate and manage its financial resources (both internal and external) in a balanced, transparent and accountable manner within a short to medium term economic framework.

All Afghans have a share in the National Budget. The budget should therefore be regarded as an important trust between the Government and its citizens. The budget is an important driver of reform, equitable development and national unity and will be used as a tool for measuring the progress and the performance of the Government in delivering on its promises. In this latter respect, and with the establishment of Parliament, greater importance than before is placed on the creation of provincial budgeting as a mainstream activity at the level of the Provinces.

Post Purpose:

The key role of the Aid Co-ordination Adviser will be to track, analyse and report on all flows of international assistance to Afghanistan. This will entail maintenance of the Donor Assistance Database and the careful management of all information collected and stored on it. The Advisor will be responsible for ensuring that a high level of co-operation exists between the Government of Afghanistan and its international development partners. Importantly, for several years to come, Afghanistan will remain highly dependent on international aid flows, and a healthy exchange of information exchange between donors and the Budget Directorate places a premium on this particular post within Government. Due to the high volume of financing flowing to the country, and with an increasing share expected to flow through Government channels, this post will make a significant contribution to the National Budget. Underpinning all responsibilities rests the capacity building imperative to ensure that institutional and professional development takes place and that the project is systematically invested with the capability to be sustainable over the longer-term.

The National Team:

A national team that has been recruited jointly by Ministry of Finance and UNDP is of growing calibre. It requires significant capacity development in order for it to carry out its broad range of responsibilities. These include the following:

Formulation of the National Development Budget in consultation with a broad range of international, national and provincial stakeholders.

Support and training to line ministries in preparing Public Investment Programmes (PIPs) for each sector.

Support to the policy and operational coordination mechanisms in Afghanistan: the Consultative Groups and Advisory Groups, including secretariat role vis-à-vis and the CG Standing Committee (principal Government-donor forum).

Tracking of external assistance to Afghanistan through the Donor Assistance Database (DAD) and its integration this with Treasury financial management system.

Regular reporting to Minister of Finance, Budget Committee and ultimately Cabinet regarding financial requirements for Afghanistan’s reconstruction on a sector basis, identification of funding gaps, implementation constraints and performance of donors against their pledges.

Preparation of donor profiles and briefs for use by Minister of Finance and other senior Government officials.

Mid-Term Review and End of Year Report on the National Budget.

Maintain and improve Government website (www.af).

Implementation of budget allotments.

Participation in the negotiation and finalisation with donors and International Financial Institutions of Grant and Loan Agreements. Reporting to donors on the implementation of Grant and Loan Agreements, drawing on financial reports prepared by Treasury.

Support monitoring of programmes and projects and facilitate their effective implementation.

Prepare for and help organise national and international conferences on aid to Afghanistan, for example ADF.

Other analytical and administrative responsibilities reflecting overall purpose of the National Budget.

Key Responsibilities of the Aid Co-ordination Advisor:

The successful applicant will support and report to the Director General of Budget and on a daily basis, will serve as senior adviser to support the PMBC Manager and team. The main responsibilities of the Aid Co-ordination Adviser include, but are not limited to, providing or supporting the provision of the following services:

Major contribution to the establishment of a Public Finance Expenditure Framework in the Budget Department of the Ministry of Finance.

Support the skills development and training of the national team of Budget Officers and Assistants and other team members in aid co-ordination, analysis and reporting.

Set the standard for the maintenance of high quality donor relations between the Government of Afghanistan and its international development partners.

Take responsibility for leading on support to the aid co-ordination function in the Budget Directorate.

Maintain the Donor Assistance Database as the Strategic Information System for recording and reporting on all major flows of international assistance to Afghanistan.

Prepare and ensure adherence to a data management policy and protocol relating to the collection, verification, entry and management of all information required for the effective and efficient operation of the Donor Assistance Database.

Devise and operate a quality control mechanism to ensure the integrity of the information collected, entered onto and managed through the Donor Assistance Database, including the Donor Profiles and sector profiles (see immediately below).

Take the lead role in supporting the preparation and maintenance of Donor Profiles and Sector Profiles.

Make a significant contribution to the preparation of quarterly reporting, the Mid-Year Report and the End of Year Report in respect to the National (Development) Budget.

Produce regular reports of International Assistance to Afghanistan, and contribute to the other international publications concerning aid flows that relate to Afghanistan – maintaining all items of interest on the www.af website.

Training of Line Ministries and Provincial Offices in relevant aspects of the Donor Assistance Database, in collaboration with the Capacity Development/Training Advisor.

Promote a culture of courteous and efficient service, and of facilitation, within DBER.

Support the Director and Deputy Director of Budget in gradually integrating the teams responsible for Operating Budget and Development Budget.

Other analytical and administrative tasks or any other duties reflecting overall purpose of the Budget Directorate.

Required Skills and Experience:

Post-graduate qualifications in economics, public administration, international relations or development studies desired;

International professional with at least three years experience in field of aid coordination, development cooperation, finance or public administration;

Solid experience of database management, MIS and quality control;

Excellent communication and diplomacy skills;

Proof of analytical skills, report writing and contribution to publications;

Demonstrated experience of capacity building;

Team-leadership skills and cultural sensitivity

Vacancies ContactSubmission of Applications:, Interested International candidates should submit their applications in writing (marked “Confidential” and clearly indicating on the sealed envelope the Vacancy Announcement number) to the Human Resources Officer, UNDP Afghanistan, Shah Mahmood Ghazi Watt Street, Kabul, Afghanistan or email their applications (indicating on the subject line the VA number and the title of the post applied to) to vacancies.afghanistan@undp.org , For more detailed information about the VA please visit our website www.undp.org.af , Please note that applications received after the closing date (i.e. 20 May 2005) will not be given consideration. Only short-listed candidates whose applications respond to the above criteria will be contacted for interview., Internal Candidates are eligible to apply only if they have completed full tenure of their current agreement, Women Candidates are highly encouraged to apply

Project and Policy Analyst

Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 20 May 2005

Job Description

VACANCY ANNOUNCMENT No.2005/04/115
Date: 18 April 2005
Post Title: Project and Policy Analyst
Organizational Unit: UNDP/ Country Office, Afghanistan; seconded to Budget Directorate General, Ministry of Finance
Type of Appointment: ALD International {AL3/4}
Duration: Twelve Months, with possibility of extension, contingent on medical clearance
Duty Station: Kabul, Afghanistan with possible travel to provinces
National Counterparts: Director General Budget, Deputy Director General Budget, Portfolio Monitoring and Budget Coordination Manager and Pillar Managers
Number of Positions: 1 (One)
Closing Date for applications: 20 May 2005

Background:

The Budget Director is responsible for the preparation of the National Budget, and for monitoring and reporting on its implementation. The National Budget currently consists of two components - the Recurrent Budget and the Development Budget. Efforts are being made to integrate both budget streams.

The National Budget is a major co-ordination mechanism of the Government. Through the National Budget the priorities of the Government are consulted on, agreed and articulated to all national and international stakeholders. The Budget effectively becomes the plan of the Government, since it contains the expenditure programmes and priorities of the Government for the year ahead. The National Budget is also the primary instrument for the Government to allocate and manage its financial resources (both internal and external) in a balanced, transparent and accountable manner within a short to medium term economic framework.

All Afghans have a share in the National Budget. The budget should therefore be regarded as an important trust between the Government and its citizens. The budget is an important driver of reform, equitable development and national unity and will be used as a tool for measuring the progress and the performance of the Government in delivering on its promises. In this latter respect, and with the establishment of Parliament, greater importance than before is placed on the creation of provincial budgeting as a mainstream activity at the level of the Provinces.

Post Purpose:

A key role of the Projects & Policy Analyst will be to ensure that projects proposed for inclusion in successive national budgets have been rigorously evaluated against a robust set of criteria. This will include the introduction of an appraisal process that seeks, for example, to assess the Internal Rate of Return, environmental impact, gender sensitivity, promotion of the private sector, impact on productivity, achievement or contribution to the Millennium Development Goals, geographic and social equity, and to pro-poor development. Further, the policy analysis dimension will seek to ensure that sector wide strategies elaborated in the Public Investment Programmes of Government are coherent and there is a logical and sequenced set of priority projects that reflect sound sector based policies. More generally, the policy analysis function will assist the Government to make inter-sectoral linkages and promote connectivity. The post will be expected to make a solid contribution to appreciating fully the requirement for fiscal discipline to ensure that capital projects are capable of being sustained over the longer-term and that no excessive burden is placed on the Government’s longer-term ability to cover its costs. Underpinning all responsibilities rests the capacity building imperative to ensure that institutional and professional development takes place and that the project is systematically invested with the capability to be sustainable over the longer-term.

The National Team:

A national team that has been recruited jointly by Ministry of Finance and UNDP is of a growing calibre. It carries out its broad range of responsibilities, including the following:

Formulation of the National Development Budget in consultation with a broad range of international, national and provincial stakeholders.

Support and training to line ministries in preparing Public Investment Programmes (PIPs) for each sector.

Support to the policy and operational coordination mechanisms in Afghanistan: the Consultative Groups and Advisory Groups, including secretariat role vis-à-vis the CG Standing Committee (principal Government-donor forum).

Tracking of external assistance to Afghanistan through the Donor Assistance Database (DAD) and its integration this with Treasury financial management system;

Reporting to Minister of Finance, Budget Committee and ultimately Cabinet regarding financial requirements for Afghanistan’s reconstruction on a sector basis, identification of funding gaps, implementation constraints and performance of donors against their pledges.

Preparation of donor profiles and briefs for use by Minister of Finance and other senior Government officials.

Mid-Term Review and End of Year Report on the National Budget

Maintain and improve Government financial website (www.af)

Implementation of budget allotments.

Participation in the negotiation and finalization with donors and International Financial Institutions of Grant and Loan Agreements. Reporting to donors on the implementation of Grant and Loan Agreements, drawing on financial reports prepared by Treasury.

Support monitoring of programmes and projects and facilitate their effective implementation.

Prepare for and help organise national and international conferences on aid to Afghanistan, for example ADF;

Other analytical and administrative responsibilities reflecting overall purpose of the National Budget.

Key Responsibilities of the Aid Co-ordination Advisor:

The Advisor is responsible to the Director General of Budget, but will be required to provide periodic advice to the Minister/ Deputy Minister of Finance. The main responsibilities of the International Budget Adviser/Projects Analyst will be to:

Major contribution to the establishment of a Public Finance Expenditure Framework in the Budget Department of the Ministry of Finance.

Support line ministries in preparing detailed guidelines, criteria and, where necessary, training, for the development of projects for prospective inclusion in the National Budget

Assist in the carrying out of detailed appraisals of all projects submitted to the Ministry of Finance prior to their consideration for inclusion in the national budget.

Play a lead role in the analysis of sectoral programmes, expenditure plans, and implementation capacities and value for money assessments in how such programme contribution to national growth and sustainable development.

Verify that projects on Ministry priority lists are viable and capable of implementation, ensuring that any potential barriers or assumptions that have been made have been identified, which could prevent their implementation.

Participate in bilateral meetings with donors, if necessary, to confirm the viability of projects on the priority projects list.

Assist the Budget Committee in making recommendations, based on thorough analysis, as to which projects ought to be considered for inclusion in the budget in budget hearings, and in the mid-year review of the national budget.

Attend Consultative Group meetings where necessary to discuss the requirement that projects need to be rationalized or prioritized in order to provide donors with a more cogent list of projects.

Work closely with Budget Managers in all activities, ensuring skills transfers takes place.

Required Skills and Experience:

Post-graduate qualification in development economics, public administration, policy or programme development, financial management or economic appraisal.

International professional with at least three years experience in the field of project appraisal, feasibility, viability, and reporting in developing countries.

Understanding of national policy development and implementation

Experience of Public Sector Expenditure Reviews, or similar evaluations

Knowledge and application of economic and social models used for evaluating the impact of public expenditure programmes

Excellent communication and diplomacy skills.

Proof of relevant analytical skills, report writing, presentation skills.

Demonstrated experience of capacity building and training national staff.

Provincial Budget Development Advisor

Location country: Afghanistan
Closing date: 20 May 2005

Job Description

VACANCY ANNOUNCMENT No.2005/04/111
Date: 18 April 2005
Post Title: Provincial Budget Development Advisor
Organizational Unit: UNDP Country Office, Afghanistan; seconded to Budget Directorate General, Ministry of Finance
Type of Appointment: ALD International {AL3/4} (depending on qualifications and experience)
Duration: One Year, with possibility of extension,
Duty Station: Kabul, Afghanistan with possible travel to provinces
National Counterparts: Director General Budget and National Provincial Budget Co-ordinator
Number of Positions: 1 (One)
Closing Date for applications: 20 May 2005

Background:

The Budget Director is responsible for the preparation of the National Budget, and for monitoring and reporting on its implementation. The National Budget currently consists of two components - the Recurrent Budget and the Development Budget. Efforts are being made to integrate both budget streams.

The National Budget is a major co-ordination mechanism of the Government. Through the National Budget the priorities of the Government are consulted on, agreed and articulated to all national and international stakeholders. The Budget effectively becomes the plan of the Government, since it contains the expenditure programmes and priorities of the Government for the year ahead. The National Budget is also the primary instrument for the Government to allocate and manage its financial resources (both internal and external) in a balanced, transparent and accountable manner within a short to medium term economic framework.

All Afghans have a share in the National Budget. The budget should therefore be regarded as an important trust between the Government and its citizens. The budget is an important driver of reform, equitable development and national unity and will be used as a tool for measuring the progress and the performance of the Government in delivering on its promises. In this latter respect, and with the establishment of Parliament, greater importance than before is placed on the creation of provincial budgeting as a mainstream activity at the level of the Provinces.

Post Purpose:

The principal function of the post is to strengthen linkages between the center and provinces in budget formulation, execution and reporting and to build capacity in the provinces for the development and implementation of provincial budgets and their co-ordination. This will involve close co-operation with Mostofiat Offices, through the Deputy Minister for Administration. The post holder will also ensure that systematic capacity building, training and mentoring is fully integrated within each Provincial office. The development of provincial budgeting requires the integration of initiatives at a number of different levels. For example, the post will also focus on the development of the capacity of the Ministry of Finance to meet the demands of budget decentralization and will complement other initiatives aimed at building multi sector budget competence within both the provinces and central government. Underpinning all responsibilities rests the capacity building imperative to ensure that institutional and professional development takes place and that the project is systematically invested with the capability to be sustainable over the longer-term.

The National Team:

A national team that has been recruited jointly by Ministry of Finance and UNDP is of growing calibre. It requires significant capacity development in order for it to carry out its broad range of responsibilities. These include the following:

Formulation of the National Budget in consultation with a broad range of international, national and provincial stakeholders.

Support and training to line ministries in preparing Ministry Plans and Public Investment Programmes (PIPs) for each sector.

Tracking of external assistance to Afghanistan through the Donor Assistance Database (DAD) and its integration with Treasury financial management system.

Preparation of donor profiles and briefs for use by Minister of Finance and other senior Government officials.

Mid-Term Review and End of Year Report on the National Budget.

Maintain and improve Government website (www.af).

Implementation of budget allotments.

Support monitoring of programmes and projects and facilitate their effective implementation.

Prepare for and help organise national and international conferences on aid to Afghanistan, for example ADF.

Other analytical and administrative responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities of the Principal Budget Adviser:

The advisor will report to the Director General of Budget, but will also be required to provide periodic advice to the Minister/Deputy Minister of Finance.

Major contribution to the establishment of a Public Finance Expenditure Framework in the Budget Department of the Ministry of Finance.

Contribute to the development of decentralised budget and fiscal strategies and implementation plans to enable the Ministry of Finance to both standardise the preparation of provincial budgets within the national budget preparation cycle, accommodating the requirements of the forthcoming Financial Management Act, including the role of Parliament and also to promote the concept of decentralised budgeting.

Complement existing initiatives seeking to strengthen nation building through the development of budget linkages with policy and planning , including prioritization of programmes, with the aims of significantly improving the conception, dissemination and adoption of national policy at local levels and enhancing equitable spending allocations within and between provinces.

Design a consultative budget preparation process at local levels that will embrace all stakeholders, including but not limited to, central and provincial government, donors, non government organizations, civil society and community organs and provincial reconstruction teams and support the process of developing guidelines using the consultative process when established.

Support the DG Budget in the development of a timetable for piloting the recommendations in selected provinces and the identification of training needs (including dissemination of the guidelines developed above) within the Mostofiat offices to strengthen the capacity of staff who will pilot the new budget processes at selected provincial levels and who will subsequently roll out the new processes to all provinces, subject to security and resource constraints.

Consult and liaise closely with the Deputy Minister of Finance (Administration) to ensure national ownership and leadership for the promulgation of a Provincial Budget Development process.

In consultation with the Training Advisor and national counterparts, contribute to the development of a national training programme for Line Ministries, Mostofiat Offices to build the managerial and technical budgetary skills base required for the effective and efficient operation of provincial budgets.

Ensure that all procedures and processes adopted at the National level by Ministry of Finance have the capability to be implemented in the Provinces – for example, use of the Chart of Accounts, role of the Province with the context of the Medium Term Economic Framework, application of AFMIS, and the Donor Assistance Database etc.

Contribute towards the creation of a series of standards and benchmarks for the development of Provincial Budget Management, including the monitoring of the achievements and performance.

Required Skills and Experience:

Post-graduate qualification in economics, public finance, accountancy, public administration, or fiscal management.

Senior international professional with at least five years experience in the field of budget preparation, execution and reporting

Knowledge and experience of aid co-ordination and donor relations in a provincial development context.

Experience of state-building, using budget as a tool for policy direction and co-ordination.

Ability to be able to clearly make the links between the operating and development budgets, and assist in their harmonization and integration in the provinces.

Experience of local or municipal administration.

Proven ability to develop budget policy guidance to second level budget agencies, for example provincial administrations, in budget formulation and execution process.

Excellent communication and diplomacy skills.

Proof of relevant analytical skills, report writing, presentation skills

Demonstrated experience of institutional capacity building, skills transfer, and mentoring and training of national staff with sustainable results.

Principal Budget Advisor