Afghanistan-related
Jobs
List for 01-14 May 2004
Employment Opportunities
Program Security Manager
Afghanistan Primary Education Program (http://www.cii.net)
Job Location
Closing date
Job Description and qualifications:
The Afghanistan Primary Education Program (APEP) is funded
by USAID and operates in 17 provinces of
Candidates for this position should have experience with civil/military affairs, some experience with the development/humanitarian relief sectors and should have a background dealing with field security issues.
Applications for this position should be sent to:
Programme Advisor
UN Development Fund for Women (http://www.unifem.org/)
Job Location
Closing date
Job Description and qualifications:
The UNIFEM Programme Advisor for
The Programme Advisor is
responsible to the Regional Programme Director (RPD)
in
The Programme Advisor's responsibilities will have four main domains:
- Support and strengthen the capacity of the Ministry of Women's Affairs to effectively advance Afghan women;
- As a member of the UN interagency team, facilitate operational level interagency coordination on gender issues;
- Conceptualize, operationalize
and monitor implementation of UNIFEM's programmes for
- Manage office operations including financial and human resources management as well as organization of logistical support including procurement of office space and equipment, as is necessary.
Within the above listed dimensions, the Programme Advisor will ensure that the following duties and responsibilities are carried out:
1) Monitor trends and issues affecting women in the Afghanistan for a strategic response to opportunities and challenges, particularly in UNIFEM's core focus areas of economic empowerment, political empowerment and leadership, and women's human rights;
2) Maintain close contact with UNIFEM's
constituency in
3) Provide assistance to establish structures and mechanisms that will ensure a central role for the MOWA in national governance and peace-building efforts;
4) Assist MOWA in gender mainstreaming in national policies, programmes and resource allocation processes, and within key Ministries;
5) Work closely with other UN agencies for operational coordination and strategic gender sensitive interventions, programmes and resource allocations;
6) Support Senior Gender Advisor in SRSG's
office to secure gender mainstreaming in all UN supported efforts in
7) As required, mobilize and coordinate gender inputs for various donor meetings and UN interagency processes;
8) Develop and operationalize UNIFEM's programmes for
9) Identify and build partnerships and mobilize resources for programme implementation with clear accountability;
10) Monitor programme implementation ensuring results orientation and drawing of lessons for learning;
11) Ensure effective management of programme resources using appropriate financial information systems to closely monitor programming of resources and to closely track project authorizations and expenditures;
12) Manage human resources in the office ensuring optimal performance and incorporating the principles of a transparent, learning organization;
13) Promote a positive and accurate image of UNIFEM and its work in the region through effective communication and media strategies.
14) Manage overall day-to-day office operations, including issues of Finance and Human Resources, as well as organizing logistical support (i.e. procurement of office space and equipment) as is necessary
ACADEMIC BACKGROUND
Advanced university degree in development studies, comparative politics and/or related fields. Strong familiarity with current theories and issues in gender, development studies and human rights is an important prerequisite for the position.
- Knowledge of and experience in working in the region within similar cultural/religious/local context.
- Fluency in English and ability to analyze and document complex gender issues. Knowledge of Dari or Pashtu would be considered as an asset.
TECHNICAL EXPERTISE
- Strategic planning, programme development and management.
- Budget management. IT skills.
- The candidate must have at least 10 years working experience at a management level, international level and in Development, particularly with strong experience in gender and development issues.
RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE
- Knowledge of UNDP and UN system.
- Previous professional experience working with United Nations agencies and bilateral international aid agencies is essential.
- At least five years professional experience in crisis management in a developing country.
SKILLS NECESSARY
- Demonstrated leadership, negotiation and team building capacity to be able to guide UN system effort in a highly sensitive and complex environment.
- Corporate responsibility and direction;
- People skills;
- Managing for results;
- Partnership and networking;
- Innovation and judgment and
- Communication.
LANGUAGE: English
Applications for this position should be sent to:
donna.karrar@undp.org
Agronomist - Project Manager
Cooperazione Internazionale (http://www.coopi.org/)
Job Location
Closing date
Job Description and qualifications:
COOPI - Cooperazione Internazionale is an Italian development and relief organisation that has been working since 1965 to assist the most vulnerable individuals in developing countries.
COOPI's projects are often multi-sectoral and are integrated with each other in order to
promote the harmonious development of the local beneficiary communities. The
main fields of intervention are health, agriculture, soil protection,
livestock, income generating activities,
infrastructure, education and training, work organisation.
In 39 years of activity, COOPI has carried out more than 500 development programmes in numerous countries in
COOPI has been working in
COOPI is currently seeking an Agronomist to implement a
project for the reintegration of ex-combatants in
Main tasks and responsibilities:
Overall management and co-ordination of the project activities, planning and supervising;
Training, Management and supervision of the national staff;
Developing and co-ordinate the training programs and technical assistance assignments.
Consolidate good relationship with central authorities, donors, NGOs and UN agencies
Periodical reports for headquarters and donors (narrative and financial)
Administrative and financial management
Make recommendations concerning needed adjustments to planned activities
Qualifications Required:
Degree in Agricultural Sciences
Sound experience in projects management with International NGO (at least three years)
Relevant supervisory skills and guidance capacities in the implementation and management of programmes.
Good team player
Good computer skills
Excellent English
Strong motivated and able to work in unstable or remote areas
Starting Date: ASAP.
Contract Length: 10 months, renewable
Applications for this position should be sent to:
cv+cover letter to: selezione@coopi.org
Field Manager
Danish Committee for Aid to Afghan Refugees (http://www.dacaar.org)
Job Location
Closing date
Job Description and qualifications:
Specific responsibilities:
Management
1. Manage overall project implementation by planning for and allocating staff, materials and equipment in an efficient and timely manner to ensure that WSP teams can implement activities smoothly.
2. Ensure that implementation process is in compliance with plan, budget and WSP strategies.
3. Supervise and monitor activities of WSP Teams under the FMO.
4. Ensure smooth running of Field Management Office.
Planning
1. Prepare own workplan and ensure that all staff at FMO have proper plans and adhere to them throughout implementation.
2. Assists WSP Manager in project survey and identification.
Monitoring/ Reporting
1. Undertake project monitoring and ensure that all project monitoring takes place in timely manner and WSP Teams receive feed-back.
2. Respond to TMU and IMU as well as external monitoring reports when requested.
3. Monitor and report on all issues that may be affecting safety and security of DACAAR staff and property.
4. Ensure that at all standard reports are prepared and submitted to WSP Manager according to schedules - including, standard reports on surveys; project progress and completion; expenditures; procurement; material use; stock: assets; inventories; staff attendance and leave; and vehicles and equipment.
5. Notify WSP Manager in a timely manner on all problems and delays in plans and recommend solutions to problems.
Finances/Accounts
1.Oversee proper use of DACCAR funds and closely monitor the cash flow.
2.Ensure that procurement is efficiently and honestly planned and implemented in accordance with DACAAR standards and procedures.
3.Ensure that all expenditure reports are properly prepared and checked according to DACAAR regulations.
Administration
1.Monitor and authorize staff attendance and leave.
2.Ensure and monitor efficient and correct use of DACAAR assets, including vehicles and equipment.
3.Ensure and monitor that WSP Teams are supplied and equipped according standard camp accommodation lists.
Coordination
1. Represent DACAAR is various coordination meetings with authorities and other organizations in the region, including the NGO coordination meetings and security meetings.
2. Chair monthly meetings with all WSP Team Leaders and submit minutes of meetings to WSP Manager.
3. Ensure that all WSP teams are kept updated with relevant information and decisions taken by DACAAR Senior Management.
Applications for this position should be sent to:
dacaar1@get2net.dk
Field Supervisor
Danish Committee for Aid to Afghan Refugees (http://www.dacaar.org)
Job Location
Closing date
Job Description and qualifications:
DACAAR is a Danish NGO leader in Water and Sanitation in
Implementation is run by 21 field teams operating in 21
provinces, referring to 4 Field Management Offices (
Job title:
Field Supervisor
Job Description:
Coordinate and monitor the field teams in their activity of technical assessment of all water points and sanitation facilities to be constructed and or rehabilitated
Monitor the teams in their activity of construction and or rehabilitation of assets
Participation in the entire biding process and recommendation of a potential contractor
Participation in the contract negotiation
Technical supervision of the contract implementation
Keep the relations with the donor representatives at a field level
Ensure that correct and timely reporting is provided to the Programme management and donors
Support and advise Field Managers and Field Officers
Required Qualifications:
Degree in Engineering, Geology, Hydrogeology or equivalent
At least two years experience in well construction in developing countries
Experience in contracting - tendering preferred
Strong motivation to travel all over the country
Working language is English
Applications for this position should be sent to:
dacaare@psh.paknet.com.pk
Provincial Engineering Manager
Aga Khan Foundation (http://www.akdn.org/agency/akf.html)
Job Location Afghanistan (Located in Northern region of
Closing date
Job Description and qualifications:
The Aga Khan Foundation (AKF) is
supporting the reconstruction and new provision of physical infrastructure
vital for the delivery of quality social services and economic development.
This includes rehabilitation / construction of education and health
infrastructure, increasing assess to safe water and sanitation, provision of
access to electricity through introduction of micro-hydropower, rehabilitation
and new construction of roads and bridges to overcome isolation of rural
communities from access to markets and services. The Badakshan
province is one of the largest in terms of its engineering/infrastructure
projects in the above mentioned fields of interest. The AKF (
Position: Provincial Engineering Manager
Basis:
Reports to: Regional Programme Manager (RPM) on managerial issues and to the National Engineering Programme Manager (NEPM) on technical issues.
Main Responsibilities:
Lead all engineering and infrastructure development
activities including the National Solidarity Programme
(NSP) undertaken in
Assist the RPM and the NEPM in planning infrastructure development programmes including NSP.
Support all construction activities undertaken in province with improved coordination and timely technical inputs in order to effectively meet completion target. Strategies need to be put together for effective planning and implementation of the NSP.
Undertake extensive field visits to assess the quality of construction activities undertaken directly internally or through external contractors, and to provide advice and support to field staff to help overcome any shortcomings in the construction quality, and management procedures.
Assist in defining standards, formulate procedures, and provide training and technical support to the field staff for effective quality control of the on-going and future construction activities including those under the NSP.
Lead the preparation and ensure timely submission of monthly progress reports to RPM and the NEPM on all construction activities undertaken in the Badakshan region.
Any other relevant tasks assigned by the RPM or the NEPM.
Applications for this position should be sent to:
Nadia Keshavjee - HRD Manager
Nadia.Keshavjee@akdn-afg.org
Responsible of video department
Aïna (www.ainaworld.org)
Job Location
Closing date
Job Description and qualifications:
Objectives and responsabilities:
Supervise the video department team
Work on proposals and report to donors and customers
Main Tasks:
Supervise schedules and coordinate the preparation for, and production of, programs and materials in conjunction with filmmakingrelated activities.
Work with writers, production assistant, editors and other staff to coordinate the day to day management of a production NGO.
Necessary Skills:
5 years experience in film production in a madia related environment
Pro-active approach to improving newscasts, documentaries and training interns in a very remote environment.
Enterprising, strong skills in management, resourceful and detail oriented.
Direct knowledge and undrestandind of the element involved in the daily management of production unit, including editorial decisions, video editing.
Knowledge of Avid computer operations.
Professional proficiency in English
Additional skills:
Knowledge of the NGOs environment
Dari or Farsi Speaking
Status: Volonteer
Indemnity: 800€
Applications for this position should be sent to:
Eric Martin
122, rue Haxo
75019 Paris(
mail:hr@ainaworld.org
Mobile Disarmament Unit Manager ( Heavy Weapons)
Job Location
Closing date
Job Description and qualifications:
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NO. ANBP 2004/04/0011/KABUL
Post Title: MDU Team Manager (Heavy Weapons)
Organizational Unit: UNDP/ANBP
Type of Appointment: ALD / 3 International
Duty Station:
Duration: 6 months with possible extension
Closing date of applications:
Background
Based in
Within the delegated authority, the incumbent:
- Provide overall command and control functions of the MDU prior to and during deployments.
- Assume responsibility for all aspects of the MDU's administration, both prior to and during deployment.
- Deploy with the MDU to pre-designated locations, as directed by the ANBP Operations Manager.
- Coordinate the movement of all MDU personnel, equipment and vehicles as directed by the ANBP Operations Manager and in conjunction with the ANBP Regional Offices.
- Assume overall responsibility for the establishment of the MDU site, and the establishment of effective functional facilities therein.
- Ensure office and administrative facilities are functioning to the highest standards at all times when deployed.
- Be prepared to contribute to planning and reconnaisance requirements as required for DDR and Heavy Weapons Cantonment.
- Be prepared to select Heavy Weapons Cantonment sites and assume responsibility for all aspects of Heavy Weapons cantonment.
- Coordinate with ANBP Regional Coordinators as appropriate.
- Perform other duties as required.
Experience & Qualifications:
- 5-10 years of progressively responsible administration experience.
- An excellent command of the English language is essential.
- Ability to remain focused under pressure, with a commitment to working hard and for long hours.
- Good computer skills, with familiarity of MS Word and MS Power Point.
- Good interpersonal and diplomatic skills are essential.
- Previous military experience is essential.
- Previous experience of logistics provision for groups of up to 50 personnel will be a distinct advantage.
- Experience with international organizations will be an advantage.
- Keen eye for detail, looking for perfection in all administration matters.
- Willingness to deploy into the field for considerable periods of time, during which only basic life support facilities will be available.
- Ability to start work at short notice.
Submission of Applications:
The application comprises of one page cover letter explaining your interest and suitability for the post attaching your CV to it. Interested INTERNATIONAL CANDIDATES should submit their application via e-mail indicating on the SUBJECT line the VA number and the title of the position applied for to vacancies@anbpafg.org
For hard copy applications, please send to UNOCA Compound,
Human Resources Section, UNDP / ANBP (DDR),
Please note that applications received after the closing
date (i.e.
Applications for this position should be sent to:
vacancies@anbpafg.org
General coordinator
Médecins du Monde (http://www.medecinsdumonde.be)
Job Location Afghanistan (Nimruz province)
Closing date
Job Description and qualifications:
The coordinator will represent MDM Canada on the field in
The select person will supervise, organize and planed the program of Emergency obstetrical care implantation in the hospital and rural zone (CEmoC and EmoC).
The candidate will evaluate the program, manage the team on the field, and be responsible for the security of the program and the volunteers.
The general coordinator will also be responsible of the sponsor relations and the reports drafting.
The select person will work to expend MDM Canada activities
in other provinces in
Applications for this position should be sent to:
MÉDECINS DU MONDE
338, rue Sherbrooke Est,
Montréal (Québec),
H2X 1E6
recrutement@medecinsdumonde.ca
International Advisor to the Provincial Government
UN Development Programme (http://www.undp.org/)
Job Location
Closing date
Job Description and qualifications:
VACANCY ANNOUNCMENT No.2004/04/069
Date:
Post Title: International Advisor to the Provincial Government
Organizational Unit: UNDP/NABDP
Type of Appointment: ALD 3/ International
Duration: One Year
Duty Station: Maimana-Afghanistan
Number of Positions: 1 (One)
Closing Date for applications:
General information:
The international advisor will be based in Maimana city and will be responsible, in collaboration with the Governor's office and provincial government departments, for the overall supervision and co-ordination for IDP reintegration projects in Faryab, Jawzjan and Saripul provinces.
The Ministry of Refugees & Repatriation, the Ministry of Rural Rehabilitation & Development and the Ministry of Frontiers and Tribal Affairs, closely supported by UNDP, UNHCR, WFP and UNAMA, have developed the IDP National Plan.
Main Objectives of the IDP National Plan:
To increase the rate of IDP return to areas of origin
Sustainable reintegration of IDPs into the areas of origin
Duties and responsibilities:
Co-ordination:
Oversee all activities for the implementation of the reintegration activities of the IDP National Plan in Faryab, Jawzjan and Saripul provinces, ensuring these are in line with the objectives of the IDP National Plan and with Government priorities.
Assist the Governor's office in co-ordination and collaboration efforts with the relevant provincial Government departments and assistance actors (UN agencies, international and national NGOs and the private sector) regarding IDP reintegration, to ensure consistency and linkages in reintegration activities.
Raise the awareness of all the relevant Government departments to the reintegration needs of returning IDPs and their surrounding communities and advise on how these needs might be addressed.
Co-chair the IDP Provincial Task Forces (in Faryab, Jawzjan & Saripul), the implementation and information-sharing bodies for the IDP Plan.
Establish linkages with the national development programmes and the development organisations
to monitor the inclusion of returning IDPs in their
activities. Pass this information to the Ministry of Rural Rehabilitation &
Development's (MRRD) Reintegration Unit in
Establish linkages with all the UN agencies and NGOs present in or implementing activities including returning IDPs in Faryab (currently located: UNHCR, UNAMA, WFP, IOM, Intersos, Acted and CHA), Jawzjan and Saripul.
Ensure close collaboration with the Department of Refugees & Repatriation (DoRR) and UNHCR, the provincial department and UN agency responsible for the care and maintenance, return and protection of IDPs. Liase with UNAMA for increased monitoring by the Provincial Reconstruction Team in areas of IDP return. (UNAMA as the UN focal point for the PRT is responsible for recommending targeting of PRT monitoring activities.)
Project Management:
Supervise the economic integration survey and disseminate the findings to the appropriate provincial Government departments, their central Ministries, UN agencies and other organisations.
Prepare the Terms of Reference and the necessary information for an evaluation of this project at the end of 12 months.
Project Design:
In collaboration with the provincial government and assistance partners, assess the reintegration needs of returning IDPs and how these fit in with the overall needs of villages and areas of return. Identify project opportunities to respond to these needs and the gaps to be addressed.
Develop area-based reintegration projects to facilitate the reintegration of IDPs and to promote co-existence with the receiving and neighbouring communities.
Information Management:
Act as the focal point for the Government and assistance
community regarding IDP reintegration activities. Consolidate and share
information on ongoing activities. Provide updates and briefings on current
progress both to Government departments and organisations
in the provinces and in
Provide regular feedback and reports on progress achieved to all relevant actors including the Central Steering Committee and the Consultative Groups on Returnees and IDPs (CG1) and Livelihoods and Social Protection (CG4).
Any other duties as required.
Co-ordination and Collaboration with Other Advisors:
The advisor will be one of a number of advisors based in or
responsible for activities in Faryab. These include
the National Area Based Development Programme's
Capacity Development Advisor (NABDP CDA), based in
Due to its reintegration mandate, the advisor will work closely with the Department of Rural Rehabilitation and Development and the Provincial Management Advisor (PMA), in co-ordination and consultation with the National Area Based Development Programme's Capacity Development Advisor, advising on its response to the returning IDPs and their reintegration needs. S/He will assist with developing methodologies for needs assessments and monitoring and evaluation exercises in relation to the activities within the IDP National Plan.
The Ogata Initiative monitoring officer will be responsible for the monitoring of activities through the Ogata Initiative and is likely to be responsible for the capacity development assistance to the Faryab Provincial Co-ordination Cell. These activities target IDP (and refugee) return areas and will be the key funding source for the UN agencies' response to the returning IDP population. The IDP advisor will contribute ongoing analysis of the village identification for Ogata activities and will liaise with the Ogata monitoring officer to facilitate the capacity development of the provincial authorities.
Reporting:
With full recognition that the IDP National Plan is a government-led initiative, the advisor will report directly to the Governor of Faryab primarily, in addition to the Governors of Jawzjan and Saripul. The advisor will also report to the central MRRD Reintegration Unit in its capacity as the co-ordination body for reintegration issues between the various Ministries, international and national organizations and donors. The UNDP Assistant Country Director will supervise the advisor for Sustainable Livelihoods and National Security.
A review of this position including the duties, responsibilities and the geographical coverage will take place after six months.
Minimum Qualification and experience required:
Higher degree or equivalent in development studies, business development or other related subjects.
Experience in project management, securing sustainable livelihoods, refugee and IDP return and reintegration programmes, community based development and socio-economics, local Government capacity development and business development.
Expertise and knowledge of rural government structures, rural development and liaison responsibilities.
Fluency in spoken and written English.
Dari and Pashtu is an advantage.
Submission of Applications:
Interested International candidates should submit their applications in writing (marked "Confidential" and clearly indicating on the sealed envelope the Vacancy Announcement number) to the Human Resources Officer, UNDP Afghanistan, Shah Mahmood Ghazi Watt Street, Kabul, Afghanistan or email their applications (indicating on the subject line the VA number and the title of the post applied to) to vacancies.afghanistan@undp.org
For more detailed information about the VA please visit our website http://www.undp.org/afghanistan
Please note that applications received after the closing
date (i.e.
Women Candidates are highly encouraged to apply
Applications for this position should be sent to:
See above instructions.
Gender Training Coordinator
UN Development Programme (http://www.undp.org/)
Job Location
Closing date
Job Description and qualifications:
VACANCY ANNOUNCMENT No.2004/05/085
Date: 06 May 2004
Post Title: Gender Training Coordinator
Organizational Unit: UNDP/Ministry of Women's Affairs (MoWA)
Type of Appointment: ALD 3.1/ International
Duration: One Year
Duty Station: Kabul-Afghanistan
Number of Positions: 1 (One)
Closing Date for applications:
Purpose of the Post:
The purpose of the post is to support overall gender training program of MOWA, by developing capacity and assisting gender trainers and staff of MOWA TAD, partner trainers, and gender focal points in other ministries and staff of MoWA Gender Training Institute. The overall support entails resource material and manual development assistance. Support and provide technical support and backstopping to TAD and its implementing partners during the entire process of training management and delivery (Pre, during and post training support).
Reporting:
The post holder will be accountable and report to the UNDP MoWA Program Manager. Post holder will be the counterpart for the Training and Advocacy Department in day-to-day routine work and liaison with other MOWA staff. All terms and conditions will be the responsibility of UNDP.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Training Program Evaluation and Periodic Assessment: Assist in implementing and developing format and methodology for conducting need assessment, program evaluation and monitoring of TAD gender program in Kabul at the ministerial level and in provinces;
Establish System and Mechanisms: Review and establish framework and systems for technical and management support to ensure that TAD Gender Program at the ministerial and inter-ministerial level is implemented and managed in accordance with Ministry's gender mainstreaming vision in government;
Module Development: Develop capacity and assist in designing, developing and incorporating feedback and inputs into standard and tailor made gender training modules and Training of trainers (ToT);
Gender Manual Development: Support and develop capacity for Gender Manual development, which includes drafting in cooperation with national and international experts, organizing culturally appropriate case studies, gender issues, exercises, energizer, audio visuals etc., planning and supervising the manual testing process;
Assist and support Gender Expert/Trainer: Support Gender Mainstreaming expert in training implementation and in developing gender mainstreaming training modules, which is to be designed on a sectoral basis such as in the areas of education, legal, health, economic empowerment and planning and in the implementation of trainings;
Act as a resource person to support the curriculum establishment and certificate program of MoWA Gender Training Institute;
Develop systems for preparation and monitoring of monthly and annual reports of the program;
The post holders will continue undertake routine duties and such as contribution to report and news letters, organizing seminars/conference, representing MOWA/UNDP in national and international events and making presentations, networking, liaising and consult ting national and international partners, and so on.
Minimum Qualification and experience required:
Essential:
Degree in a gender and/or development related fields.
Proven knowledge, skill and experience of conducting gender training.
Experience in capacity building and training of trainers.
High level of experience in designing and developing gender manuals and modules.
Knowledge and experience of working in the post-conflict region and/or similar cultural context and/or countries in transition.
Working knowledge of computer.
Desirable:
Familiarity with gender issues in the context of the
cultures of
Experience of work in
Submission of Applications:
Interested International candidates should submit their applications in writing (marked "Confidential" and clearly indicating on the sealed envelope the Vacancy Announcement number) to the Human Resources Officer, UNDP Afghanistan, Shah Mahmood Ghazi Watt Street, Kabul, Afghanistan or email their applications (indicating on the subject line the VA number and the title of the post applied to) to vacancies.afghanistan@undp.org
For more detailed information about the VA please visit our website http://www.undp.org/afghanistan
Please note that applications received after the closing
date (i.e.
Women Candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
Applications for this position should be sent to:
See above instructions.
Programme Officer
Aga Khan Development Network (http://www.akdn.org)
Job Location
Closing date
Job Description and qualifications:
Based in
The position requires a strongly driven, committed and flexible individual with proven competencies particularly in project development and with an analytical and results-oriented background.
Key requirements for recruitment to the position:
A minimum of 3 years relevant professional experience in a developing country context, with proven knowledge of donor liaison and report writing skills;
Excellent written and spoken English, excellent numeric skills and a proven ability to analyse and process budget information;
The proven ability to show initiative whilst working under and with others
The proven ability and desire to thrive under pressure
Preference will be given to candidates with fluent knowledge of at least one other major European language. Knowledge of Dari helpful but not essential.
Applications for this position should be sent to:
steve.mason@akdn-afg.org
Media
Management Consultant
Internews Network (http://www.internews.org)
Job
Location
Closing
date
Job
Description and qualifications:
Media
Management Consultancy
Internews, a media NGO supporting broadcast media in
The
successful candidate(s) will help the 16 independent radio stations which now
exist in
Radio
is the only potential mass medium in
Local
radio in particular can play a role in driving local markets, as most Afghans
are illiterate, and unable to access market prices and product information in
any other way.
The
successful candidate(s) will be self-starting, inventive, full of energy and
prepared to travel to stations across the country.
Job
Description: Reports to Radio Network Coordinator; works with independent radio
stations to build advertising revenues; works to keep cost base down in local
stations; builds national advertising campaigns in Kabul to be distributed
across the network, and develops other possible revenue streams.
Qualifications:
Required: business school graduation or equivalent; three years experience in
the private sector, experience working in developing countries, preferably in
Central and/or South Asia.
Desirable:
working knowledge of Dari or Pashtu; media management
or advertising experience.
Applications
for this position should be sent to:
Please
email resume to injobs@internews.org w/ "Media Manager - AFG" in the
subject line. No calls. EOE.
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Project
Director
Internews
Radio Support Program for Afghan Elections
Internews,
a media NGO supporting broadcast media in
Internews
is helping to increase the core competence of journalists from
The project
director will manage a team of international and national training staff, assure thorough project implementation according to
the approved project guidelines and intended outputs.
The
successful candidate will have a strong project management background and
experience working with journalists in developing countries. Candidates must be
ready to work in
Job
Description:
- Reports to Internews
- Manages project implementation and
finances, assuring that project stays within budget
- Works with program team to develop
training curriculum
- Oversees editing/publication of the
Afghanistan Media Monitor and training materials
- Prepares all narrative and financial
reports for donors on schedule
- Manages media interaction including
press releases, press conferences, etc. and EU visibility requirements
Qualifications:
· Required: minimum 2 years experience
in donor-funded project management, preferably EU-funded
· Required: minimum of 5 years
experience in NGO development work and/or research and/or media/advocacy work
· Required: experience working in
developing countries, preferably in Central or
· Desirable: experience in radio
journalism or production
· Desirable: working knowledge of
Farsi or Pashto
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Gender
Issues/Journalism Trainer
Radio
Support Program for Afghan Elections
Internews,
a media NGO supporting broadcast media in Afghanistan, is seeking journalism
trainers to assist in our project to strengthen the capacity of Afghan
broadcast media and individual journalists to cover practical women’s/gender
issues. Internews is helping to increase the core
competence of independent and state radio stations in support of women’s
participation in
Under EuropeAid’s Special Media Support Program for Afghan
Elections, Internews seeks to train radio journalists
from across
Through a
series of four seminars, the Gender Issues/Journalism Trainer will assist
journalists in understanding and covering gender issues, election issues as
they pertain to women, develop a body of training material and cultivate a
local assistant to continue seminars beyond the first training cycle.
The
successful candidate will have a strong journalism background and/or experience
training journalists in emerging democracies, with substantial experience
related to gender issues. Candidates must be ready to work in
Job
Description:
- Reports to Radio Support Program
Project Director
- Works with program team to develop
training curriculum and produce printed training material for continued use by
Afghan journalists
- Trains journalists on gender issues
coverage principals
- Educates journalists on voter participation
and women’s social issues
Qualifications:
· Required: five years experience in
journalism
· Required: experience working in
developing countries, preferably in Muslim countries
· Required: university degree
· Desirable: previous experience in
journalism training
· Desirable: radio journalism or
production experience
· Desirable: working knowledge of
Farsi or Pashto
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Democratic
Processes/Journalism Trainer
Radio
Support Program for Afghan Elections
Internews,
a media NGO supporting broadcast media in
Internews
is helping to increase the core competence of independent and state radio
stations in coverage of
Through a
series of four seminars, the Democratic Processes/Journalism Trainer will
assist journalists in understanding election issues and procedures, develop a
body of training material and cultivate a local assistant to continue seminars
beyond the first election cycle. During the elections, scheduled for September,
the Trainer will provide oversight to participating journalists in the
production of elections reports for radio.
The
successful candidate will have a strong elections coverage background and/or
experience training journalists in emerging democracies. Candidates must be
ready to work in
Job
Description:
- Reports to Radio Support Program
Project Director
- Works with program team to develop
training curriculum and produce printed training material for continued use by
Afghan journalists
- Trains journalists on electoral
coverage principals
- Educates journalists on fundamentals
of democratic processes
Qualifications:
· Required: previous experience in
journalist training
· Required: experience working in
emerging democracies, preferably in Central or
· Required: university degree in
journalism, political science or five years relevant experience
· Desirable: experience in radio
journalism or production
· Desirable: working knowledge of
Farsi or Pashto
POSITION
DESCRIPTION
Afghanistan/REACH
Program
POSITION: Field Office Advisor
BAND: 6
REPORTS TO: Program Manager for Provincial Support and
Strengthening
LOCATION:
OVERALL
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Field
Office Advisor contributes to the REACH Field Offices having adequate technical
capacity to carry out the REACH Program requirements. The Advisor provides
technical assistance to REACH non-governmental organization (NGO) grantees,
Ministry of Health (MOH) Provincial Health Offices (PHOs),
and Provincial Health Coordination Committees (PHCCs)
in areas relating to her/his technical specialty. He/she promotes adoption of Community-Based
Health Care approaches with grantees, PHCCs, and PHOs. The Advisor is responsible for training, mentoring,
and supervising an Afghan counterpart.
SPECIFIC
RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Play key role in setting up and
maintaining REACH Field Office technical capacity in the areas such as health
planning, collection and use of information, supervision, and human resource
management.
2. Provide input into the development of
policies at the national level to help ensure that they reflect the realities
and needs of the provinces.
3. Train, mentor, and supervise an Afghan
counterpart to take on the responsibilities of the Advisor.
4. Report to the Program Manager and to
other REACH staff on identified needs and current developments at the
provincial, district, and community levels.
5. Represent the REACH Program at PHCC
meetings, and in meetings with provincial health staff, NGOs, the community,
and other stakeholders.
6. Provide technical assistance to REACH
NGO grantees (in conjunction with REACH Access to Quality Services and Training
and Education Programs) in his/her technical specialty.
7. Provide technical assistance to MOH
Provincial Health Offices.
8. Provide technical support to the PHCCs to enable them to operate efficiently and to fulfill
their role.
9. Contribute to the development of
Program and field office workplans.
10. Contribute to building the capacity
building of REACH Provincial Health Advisors and other Field Office staff.
11. Promote adoption of community-based
health care approaches with approaches with NGOs, PHCCs,
and PHOs.
12. As required, participate in the implementation
and evaluation of the Fully Functional Service Delivery Point, a tool for
strengthening the management of services.
13. Explore opportunities for linkages with
programs of other institutions and the private sector, particularly at the
community level.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Master’s degree, including training in
health or public health, or equivalent experience.
2. Extensive experience working with NGOs
and public sector institutions at various levels in the health sector,
especially in a post-conflict and health care needs situation, and preferably
in
3. Knowledge and experience with
reproductive health, maternal and child health, and/or community-based health
care programs.
4. Demonstrated ability to work
harmoniously with colleagues in a complex and rapidly changing environment.
5. Spoken and written competence in Dari
(Farsi) and/or Pushtu highly desirable.
6. Ability to speak and write coherently
and effectively in English.
7. Demonstrated management and supervisory
experience.
8. Basic computer ability, including
competence in word processing and spreadsheets; prefer knowledge of MS Office
suite.
9. Ability to travel to
Management
Sciences for Health is an equal opportunity employer offering employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national
origin, citizenship, physical or mental handicap, or status as a disabled or
Vietnam Era veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces.
Send cover
letter and CV to:
Marcia
Herrera, Senior Recruitment Officer
Management
Sciences for Health
Fax: (617)
524-1363
E-mail:
jobs@msh.org
HealthNet
International
Malaria and Leishmaniasis
Job
Description
PROJECT
MANAGER
(RAPID
APPRAISAL OF MALARIA RISK IN
01 May –
To coordinate, under the line
management of the MLCP Programme Manager (HPM), the
implementation of all activities necessary for the completion of the ECHO
funded Phase II project for a rapid appraisal of malaria risk in
To document and manage these
activities in a manner that allows for timely preparation of the required
interim and final reports, and to guarantee the quality of the project.
Objectives:
• To ensure that project activities are
implemented according to attached workplan.
• To ensure the project conforms to all
regulations as laid out in the ECHO contract.
• To ensure the project completes the
activities as set out in the ECHO contract and ensure spending of budget lines
is consistent with this.
• To ensure activities and spending are
correctly documented to enable interim and final reports.
• To prepare first drafts of interim
and final narratives for discussion with HPM and to subsequently prepare the finalised narratives.
• To recruit and manage staff on this
project according to standard HNI guidelines and ensure ongoing staff training
• To represent HNI at all meetings
relevant to this project.
• To collaborate closely with the HPM
and MLCP technical co-ordinators to ensure project
activities are implemented as an integral part of MLCP programme
activities.
• To collaborate closely with the MoH Afghanistan to ensure project activities are
implemented with their full knowledge and agreement and, as far as possible,
collaboratively.
• To carry out any other task requested
by the HPM.
POSITION
DESCRIPTION
CENTER FOR
INTERNATIONAL PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Position
Title: Deputy
Chief of Party
Date of
Posting:
Salary and
Benefits: To Be Negotiated
Includes: Competitive Salary, Housing Allowance, Health and
Life Benefits
Term of
Contract: Three Years
Position
Description: The Deputy Chief of Party
will play a key role
in the
implementation of CIPE’s programs and the management of its
staff. In
consultation with the Chief of Party, the Deputy COP will direct staff
and
resources
to achieve CIPE’s program goals in a timely manner
and within
budget
parameters. Due to the international
nature of the project, the
Chief of
Party will travel back and forth to
the
case, the
Deputy COP will direct oversight of programs and finances for
up
to six
months of the year. He/she will have
direct responsibility for
the
following:
• NED Phase Two Program
Implementation: The Deputy COP will lead
a
staff
team that
will ensure implementation of all facets of CIPE’s
democracy-building program funded by the National Endowment for
Democracy.
• USAID Cooperative Agreement: The Deputy COP will lead a staff team
that
will
ensure implementation of all facets of CIPE’s cooperative
agreement
with
USAID.
• Other Programs: The Deputy COP will lead a staff team that
will
ensure
implementation of all facets of other programs developed or awarded to
CIPE.
• Financial Reporting: The Deputy COP will ensure accurate financial
reporting
by ensuring that CIPE’s financial procedures are
followed and
that
all
expenses are appropriate.
• Strategic Planning: The Deputy COP will work with the COP and
CIPE
headquarters officials to develop and implement a strategic plan for
each
year of
operation.
• Reporting: When the COP is in the
communicate
directly with him concerning any programming or reporting
issues. If the COP is outside
States, the
Deputy COP will report to Andrew Wilson, CIPE’s
senior
program
manager
in
When the
Chief of Party is in country, the Deputy COP will work with
him to
ensure a
synergetic and seamless operation. In the absence of the Chief
of
Party, the
Deputy COP will be responsible for all implementation and
reporting
functions including:
• Contact with CIPE Partners: The Deputy COP will communicate with
CIPE’s
business
association partners and will provide guidance and services as
necessary
to ensure continued capacity building.
• Contact with Donors: The Deputy COP will communicate with USAID
and
other
donors to
ensure the effective and timely implementation of all CIPE
programs.
• Representation: The Deputy COP will represent CIPE at all
official
meetings
and will have the authority, in consultation with the Chief of
Party and
other any other appropriate CIPE officials, to make
programming
and
budget decisions that are necessary to ensure effective
implementation
of CIPE’s programs.
When the COP is out of the country the Deputy COP
will
act in
his behalf and have the full authority to manage programs and
staff.
Experience/Qualifications: The Deputy COP will possess the following
experience
and/or qualifications:
• Educational Level: The Deputy COP will have a minimum of an
undergraduate
degree
from an accredited university.
Desirably, this degree would be
in
the field
of organizational management or business administration.
• Language Proficiency: The Deputy COP must be fluent in both the
speaking
and
writing of English. Knowledge of Dari
and Pashto is desired but
not
required.
• Writing Skills: The Deputy COP must be proficient in all
forms of
written
communication, whether this is in writing reports, correspondence, or
articles.
• Work Experience: The Deputy COP will have a minimum of five
years of
corporate
or organizational management experience.
Prior experience in
implementation of USAID and other international donor programs is
desired.
• Leadership: The Deputy COP will be a strong leader and
will be able
to
motivate
the staff and collaborative partners to perform at the highest
operational
level.
• Financial Management: The Deputy COP will have a proven track record
of
financial
management and will have a working knowledge of international
accounting
and reporting standards. Experience in
managing the
finances
of
a USAID
or other international development program is desired.
• Communications: The Deputy COP will be a skilled communicator
both
verbally
and in writing.
• Organizational Skills: The Deputy COP will be highly organized and
will
have a
successful track record of program initiation and
implementation.
Experience
in managing volunteers and/or consultants is desired.
Community
Midwife Education Project Officer
Merlin
(http://www.merlin.org.uk/)
Job
Location
Closing
date
Job
Description and qualifications:
PROGRAMME:
Community Midwife Education Program in
RESPONSIBLE
TO: Medical Coordinator
START DATE:
DURATION:
12 months minimum
ALLOWANCE:
£800 - £1300 per month (Approx $1,459 -$2,371 per month) - dependent on
relevant experience. Plus comprehensive insurance cover, accommodation, return
flights, a per diem to cover daily living expenses, and holiday allowance ($145
per month). Only short-listed applicants will be contacted. Due to the urgency
of this position, applications will be shortlisted on
a regular basis and we may offer this post before the closing date.
Please
note, on submitting your application, you are agreeing to Merlin holding and
using the information that you have given for the purposes of recruitment and
employment should an offer be made.
In order to
process your job application, it may be necessary for your CV to be sent to the
Country Manager (in the country you are applying for) for consideration. If you
do not agree with this, please can you state so when applying.
Project
Executive Summary
Decades of
conflict in
Merlin's
mission is to save lives and alleviate suffering. In Afghanistan, Merlin has
being working with local health structures since 1994, building maternal health
service capacities through preservice and on-the-job
training, mentoring, and supervision. Merlin is currently supporting a network
of 29 Ministry of Health facilities in Takhar
province, northern
1. Build
community support for educating community midwives. Activities include:
Raise
problem awareness
Engaging in
dialogue
Educate
Promote
behavioral change
2.
Establish a community midwife education system. Activities include:
Establish
Coordinating Council
Prepare
learning facilities
Recruit
candidates
Support
students
Manage
resources
Monitor
student progress
Develop
teacher skills
Reinforce
role of midwives
3. Link the
program to related initiatives and sectorial actors.
Activities include:
Engage
other initiatives
Collaborate
for behavioral change
Manage
process progress
The program
will be implemented in six provinces simultaneously by six different NGOs. The
18 month course curriculum is standard for all NGOs and training will be
provided at the national level for Merlin CME staff on curriculum
implementation.
Core
Responsibilities
Overall
responsibility for implementation of the Community Midwife Education (CME)
project
Overall
responsible for effective and efficient management of the project consistent
with the project management cycle and compliant with Merlin procedures, systems
and guidelines
Ensure
monitoring systems are in place and that project reviews are carried out
periodically in conjunction with the team and HQ staff.
Overall
management of CME staff
Optimize,
in conjunction with other team members, the use of human, logistical and
financial potential
Overall
planning for all training and education activities
Review/revise
all technical aspects of the program on a regular basis
Establish
Merlin Health Education policy in co-ordination with the Medical Coordinator
Monitor
budget for training, supplies, salaries, and transportation on a regular basis
with the Finance officer
Represent
Merlin in all CME program and technical aspects
Prepare
quarterly CME reports for donor & MoH
Oversee the
activities of all other Merlin CME staff
Plan all
national staff requirements
Maintain
good inter-team communications, engender good team dynamics, and take suitable
action when problems occur
Carry out
staff appraisals as per Merlin standard requirements and procedures
Support
team members professionally and monitor and support stress management
Responsible
for capacity development and training of all national personnel
Overall responsible for CME national staff selection and recruitment.
Position
requirements
Essential
Qualified
midwife with clinical experience
Public
health training or experience, experience in managing midwife training programs
Fluent
spoken & written English language
Previous
co-ordination & representational experience in humanitarian context
Demonstrated
ability to co-ordinate with MoH and NGOs
Previous
supervisory experience
Excellent
management and communications skills
Ability to
analyze and interpret education data
Ability to
write clear and concise reports
Ability to
work independently to a high professional standard
Sensitivity
to the cultural & political environment
Basic
computer skills, including Word, Excel
Adaptable
and practical
Diplomatic
Ability to
work in climactic extremes and with frequent travel within the province
Desirable/advantageous
Considerable
clinical experience, particularly in midwifery in a developing country
Knowledge
of Dari / Farsi
Previous
experience in
Previous
experience in Muslim country
Applications
for this position should be sent to:
HR
Department
Merlin
4th Floor
Email:
georgina.houle@merlin.org.uk
Fax: +44
(0)207 065 0801
Désigner,
Production Manager, Chef de Production
Aïna
(www.ainaworld.org)
Job
Location
Closing
date
Job Description
and qualifications:
Ce poste doit correspondre
à un désir
personnel visant à transmettre ses connaissances et ceci à travers une
formation continu en design.
Le candidat doit avoir
une expérience dans le domaine de l'humanitaire notamment dans les pays difficiles.
Le candidat doit avoir
une formation en arts appliqués et/ou en graphisme d'édition sur tout type de
support.
Ses compétences sont:
- en tant que
responsable de la production il
a sous ses ordres et à sa
charge, tous les designers seniors ainsi que les juniors. Il supervis tous
les projets et il est responsable de leur développement et de leur livraison.
- La
conception et la réalisation graphique(logo, poster,
leaflet, presse, contes, affiches, fresques...), la mise en page (brochures, presse, rapport,etc), plus généralement,
le graphisme (tous désigns: chartes graphiques, illustrations et décorations
murales,etc), le Web desogn
(création de graphisme de
sites Internet et connaissance en programmation).
Le candidat doit avoir
une connaissance des processus d'imprimerie presse et e marchandising.
Il doit maîtriser les logiciels de gestion d'images et de mise en page tels que: Photoshop, Illustrato, Quark X-Press, In Design, Corell
Draw ainsi que les outils de création web: Dreamweaver, Flash
Qualités professionnelles:
- Excellente capacité d'encadrement
- Personne calme, dotée de sang froid.
- Sait prendre des décisions et à
réagir efficacement en
situations tendues
- Grande
rigueur d'organisation et de
gestion de production
- Capacité à définir
et gérer son travail et celui des autres
- Maîtrise de l'ensemble du processus de production:de la prise de briefing auprès de
client à la livraison du projet
- Préparation du planning de
production ou de suivi de
production pour établisement
de vedis avec le responsable
commercial
- suivi de production chez les imprimeurs et les autres sous- traitants.
Applications
for this position should be sent to:
ONG Aïna
122, rue Haxo
75019
tél: +33 01 42 03 64 34
Mail:hr@ainaworld.org
Poste de
designer Formateur
Aïna
(www.ainaworld.org)
Job
Location
Closing
date
Job
Description and qualifications:
Compétences
et expérience:
Ce poste doit correspondre
à un désir
personnel visant à transmettre ses connaissances dans l'agence et ceci à travers une
formation continue et en milieu universitaire. Le candidat doit avoir
une expérience du milieu humanitaire etdes pays difficiles. Le candidat doit
avoir une formation en arts
appliqués et/ou en graphisme
d'édition. Ses compétences sont:
Un bon niveau d'anglais
L'intégration des différences culturelles
La capacité à organiser,
évaluer et programmer des cours
La capacité à transmettre
son savoir(justifié par des expériences)
La conception
et la réalisation graphique (logo, poster, leaflet, presse,
contes, affiches, fresques...) la mise en page
(brochure, presse, rapport, etc)
Une connaissance profonde des logiciels de Design Assisté par Ordinateur
Une forte
sensibilité culturelle
Le Web
design
Le candidat doit avoir
une connaissance des processus d'imprimerie presse et de marchandising.
Il doit maîtriser les logiciels de gestion d'images et de mise en page tels que:Phtoshop, Illustrator,
Quark X-Press, In Design, Corell Draw ainsi que les outils
de création web:Dreamweaver,Flash
Qualités professionnells:
Grande
rigueur
Calme
Capacité à définir et
gérer son travail
Capacité à encadrer plusieurs
élèves designers Afghans
Prise de
briefing auprès du client et suivi du
projets
Préparation
du planning de production ou
de suivi de production pour établissement de devis avec le responsable commercial
Management d'une équipe de production:organisation et répartition des étapes de travail
jusqu'à la livraison des commandes.
Suivi de
production chez les imprimeurs et
les autres sous traitants
Applications
for this position should be sent to:
ONG Aïna
122, rue Haxo
75019
Tél:01 42 03 64 34
Mail:hr@ainaworld.org
Ingenieur
Civil / thermicien
Groupe
Energies Renouvelables, Environnement
et Solidarité
(http://geres.free.fr/)
Job
Location Afghanistan (Lowgar, HazaraJat,
Badakhsan with base in
Closing
date
Job
Description and qualifications:
Nature du projet:
Accompagnement d'ONG internationales
ou afghanes pour la réalisation de bâtiments faisant appel à
l'architecture bioclimatique:
aide à la conception, réalisation
de plans détaillés, formation à
la construction, suivi des chantiers...
Description
En
collaboration avec un homologue afghan, le volontaire devra principalement assurer les tâches suivantes:
Conception
des bâtiments: participation aux groupes
de travail des ministères afghans de la santé et de l'éducation élaboration de plans adaptés au contexte, avec des solutions simples à
mettre en oeuvre évaluation
les surcoûts liés à l'achitecture bioclimatique
Formation (afin de faciliter l'appui technique): conception et rédaction de documents de formation participation à l'organisation de formations
Appuis
techniques à la mise en
oeuvre: suivi de chantiers dans les zones sécurisées et appui à
un ingénieur afghan chargé des autres
zones transfert de compétences
aux ingénieurs afghans partenaires
Suivi
socio-énergétique: préparation
du suivi de l'année 2004-2005
Qualifications
requises
expérience en génie
civil,
connaissances en thermique
du bâtiment et architecture
bioclimatique
1ère expérience de coopération internationale indispensable
connaissances de base en architecture para sismique
capacité à convaincre,
à travailler en partenariat, et à établir des consensus capacité à vivre en groupe
Formation
technique en génie civil indispensable: niveau technicien supérieur, ingénieur ou architecte avec sens pratique développé.
Bonne maîtrise de l'anglais
indispensable (écrit et parlé)
Statut: volontaire ou salarié
suivant l'experience
Durée: 9 mois minimum, prolongeable
Applications
for this position should be sent to:
Vincent
Stauffer
E-mail:
geres_kaboul@yahoo.fr
Agronome
Groupe
Energies Renouvelables, Environnement
et Solidarité
(http://geres.free.fr/)
Job
Location Afghanistan (HazaraJat, Chamali,
Badakhan, base a Kaboul)
Closing
date
Job
Description and qualifications:
Tâches principales
Coordination
de plusieurs petits projets: introduction du maraîchage sous serres, amélioration du séchage des fruits,
introduction de systèmes d'électrification
des moulins traditionnels à eau.
Formation
de cadres du Ministère de l'Agriculture et des ONG partenaires
Diagnostic
socio-économiques
Etudes et mise en mise
en place de filières d'approvisionnement
en intrants et commercialisation
des produits
A moyen terme, le poste est a vocation régionale (Inde..)
sur les activités agronomiques génératrices de revenus (serre, poulaillers..)
Profil:
Agronome, connaissance
du maraîchage souhaitée.
Expérience de terrain indispensable; débutant non accepté.
Capacité à vivre en conditions difficiles
Capacité à travailler en partenariat
Maîtrise
de l'anglais indispensable
Durée: 1 an renouvelable
Début souhaité: mai 2004
Salarié:
1400 USD net par mois minimum (plus selon expérience)
- Logé, nourri
- Assurance
- Un A/R
Afghanistan<>
Applications
for this position should be sent to:
Vincent
Stauffer
E-mail:
geres_kaboul@yahoo.fr
Civil
Engineer
Relief
International (http://www.ri.org/)
Job
Location
Closing
date
Job
Description and qualifications:
Relief
International, an international relief and development agency with cross-sectoral programs bridging relief and development, will
require the services of a Construction Program Manager to manage and supervise various
phases of construction projects in
Responsibilities
include:
1. Managing
sub-office and national staff
2. Ensure
timely and accurate financial and narrative reports
3.
Represent Relief International to authorities, donors, UN and other NGOs
4. Quality
assurance management
5. Program
budget monitoring and allocation
6.
Identification and supervision of implementing partners
7.
Identification and selection of construction projects
8. Supply
chain management
9. Security
management
Requirements:
1.
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
2. At least
3 years of progressively responsible community-based construction programming
in developing country settings; construction experience in the use of
appropriate technology; experience with community participatory techniques
3.
Experience of living and working in insecure environments
4.
Excellent team skills
5. Strong
written and oral communication skills in English, including proven experience
of proposal writing
6. MINIMUM
2 YEARS EXPERIENCE IN AN OVERSEAS POSTING
7. MINIMUM
2 YEARS EXPERIENCE WORKING FOR A NON-GOVERNMENTAL ORGANIZATION (NGO)
8.
Immediate availability
Starting
date: ASAP
Contract
period: 8-12 months
This is an
unaccompanied post.
Applications
for this position should be sent to:
Please
submit cover letter including salary history, a copy of your resume/CV and 3
professional references (name, title, organization, relationship, phone number,
email) to
The email
subject line MUST include the following: Civil Engineer
RESUMES WITHOUT THE JOB TITLE IN THE SUBJECT HEADER CANNOT NOT BE
CONSIDERED.
Country
Director
Relief
International (http://www.ri.org/)
Job
Location
Closing
date
Job Description
and qualifications:
Relief
International, an international relief and development agency with cross-sectoral programs bridging relief and development, has an
immediate opening for a Country Director in
Responsibilities:
Program
Planning and Development
1. Develop,
in cooperation with other staff, short, medium and long-range strategic plans
maintaining program focus in areas congruent with RI's program objectives
2. Maintain
effective communications with donors by tracking trends and anticipating the
likelihood of funding opportunities. This will include all OECD donor
institutions, the UN and other donor organizations as the possibility arises
3. Spot and
aggressively pursue new opportunities for program growth and start-up which may
include conducting full-scale assessments
4. Assess
other implementing organization's activities using all available means to
identify gap areas and overlap
5.
Negotiate contracts and agreements with donors ensuring both programmatic and
financial requirements in conjunction with other RI senior staff
6. Maintain
effective communications with RI's HQ, regarding program development, funding
agreements and staffing
Program
Management
1. Manage
project implementation, including allocation of resources and ensuring that
appropriate controls are maintained at all levels, by working with program
managers and heads of sub-offices
2. Provide
adequate support to each program support including but not limited to strategic
vision and technical input and advice
3. Monitor
project implementation, communication and report both internally and externally
4. Serve as
a link between RI and all project counterparts
Reporting
and Control
1. Provide
daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual reports that are timely, meet
information requirements and professionally written as needed by RI and as
required by donors
2. Evaluate
and monitor all country programs to determine the extent to which they are
meeting goals and determine action needed to improve achievements
3. Provide
periodic project and program reports as needed
4. Ensure
all programs are completed within time, on budget and achieve its objectives
External
Representation
1. Maintain
a suitable image for RI in
2. Effect
liaison with the
3.
Represent RI at high level and routine meetings with the
4. Initiate
RI's response to disasters and emergencies when appropriate
Media
Relations
1.
Responsible for all in-country advocacy and media relations
2. Develop
media briefs and materials as needed
3. Liaise
with mass media organizations to effectively communicate RI's goals, programs
and achievements
4. Provide
program-related interviews following established guidelines for print, radio
and television broadcasts representing all RI efforts in
Other
Undertake
additional activities as required by RI HQ
Requirements:
Required
Background
1.
Bachelor's degree in relevant or technical field
2. Minimum
5 years experience in international development, preferably in community
sustainable development and/or post-conflict humanitarian aid with skill-sets
in each of the areas outlined above
3. At least
3 years successful experience at the managerial level
4. Ability
to live, work and travel under difficult environmental conditions and in
physically insecure/politically complex areas
Required
Skills
1. Superior
leadership skills
2.
Outstanding interpersonal skills, particularly when dealing with national staff
and multi-cultural teams
3. Solid
programmatic, financial and organizational planning skill
4. Proven
initiative and resourcefulness
5.
Excellent oral communication skills and writing ability
6.
Knowledge of USAID grantee regulations
7.
Demonstrated record in collaborating with local governments, rural communities,
other NGOs, and United Nations organizations
8. Proven
decision making and problem solving abilities
Preferred
Qualities
1. Master's
degree in related area (e.g. International Relations or Development) or
technical field (e.g. Engineering or Medicine/Public Health)
2.
Proficiency, or aptitude and willingness to quickly become proficient, in a
language of the region
3. Prior
experience as a Program Coordinator for a relief/post-conflict oriented NGO
4. Prior
experience in an overseas posting
Applications
for this position should be sent to:
hr@ri.org
Programme
Manager
International
Organization for Migration (http://www.iom.int/)
Job
Location
Closing
date
Job
Description and qualifications:
Position
title: Programme Manager, Disarmament, Demobilization
and Reintegration (DDR) Programme
Classification:
Official, Grade P3 (UN salary scale for Professionals)
Type of
Appointment: Special, six-months, with possibility of extension
General
functions:
Under the
general supervision of the Chief of Mission in
1. Assess
general DDR process in
2.
Supervise the Demobilization and Reintegration components of the Programme, including the initial programme
set-up and maintenance of the relevant systems.
3.
Undertake outreach visits and collect statistical data on labour,
employment and training opportunities in the regions; develop an information
mapping system and oversee the accuracy of the Programme
database.
4.
Undertake and supervise counselling sessions to
former combatants and refer them to reintegration opportunities or alternative
livelihood activities through self-employment and business startups, as
appropriate.
5.
Coordinate Programme activities with relevant
governmental and non-governmental agencies and ensure that all activities fall
into the National Development Plan; maintain regular contacts and participate
in meetings with relevant international and local organizations.
6.
Coordinate activities with other IOM programmes;
identify potential fields of cooperation and maintain liaison with implementing
partners, service providers and stakeholders for employment and training
referral of target beneficiaries.
7.
Cooperate with the Public Information unit in the development and production of
information materials regarding Programme activities
for distribution among donors, local and international community and press.
8. Prepare
regular donor reports and keep the donors fully informed of all activities of
the Programme.
9. Oversee
the Programme financial records and make sure that
all budget lines and procurement rules and regulations are followed at all
times.
10. Maintain
filing system for individual projects including initial project proposals,
contract agreements, outreach and monitoring forms and project evaluation
forms.
11. Ensure
that proper project monitoring system is in place and use lessons learned from
monitoring visits to improve the quality of project planning.
12.
Participate in the development of Information, Counselling
and Employment Referral Service Centres in the Mazar area and beyond, as a direct corollary of DDR
activities and other related meetings and engagements.
13. Hold
regular meetings to provide programme updates and
devise methods to facilitate and accommodate the needs of the Programme
14. Perform
such other duties that may be assigned.
Desirable
Qualifications: (Education, experience and competencies)
University degree in International Relations, Conflict Resolution,
Political or Social Science or, alternatively an equivalent combination of
training and experience. Five years of experience in programme
management and implementation in post-conflict operations. Experience
in liaising with governmental and diplomatic authorities as well as with
international institutions. Ability to supervise and
direct staff. Willingness to work long hours in and
ability to adapt to a difficult environment. Commitment
to improve overall situation and living conditions of the Afghan people.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills. Drive for results and effective
resource management skills. Ability to work well under
pressure. Flexibility and open management style.
Ability to lead and work effectively and harmoniously with a
team of colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds.
Languages:
Thorough knowledge of English. Knowledge of local language/s
an advantage.
Applications
for this position should be sent to:
SVN-2004-31@iom.int
Computer
Experts and Civil and Road Engineers
International
Organization for Migration (http://www.iom.int/)
Job
Location
Closing
date
Job
Description and qualifications:
For Afghans
Residing in the European Union Only:
The
International Organization for Migration's (IOM) Return of Qualified Afghans
program (EU-RQA), co-funded by the European Commission, offers comprehensive
assistance packages to qualified and skilled Afghans residing in the European
Union who wish to return to their home country to work in the public and
private sectors.
Placement
of qualified nationals will focus on available positions in various fields
dedicated to the reconstruction of
Assignments
are 6 or 12 months in duration and include travel and reintegration assistance.
Particular attention is given to the recruitment of qualified women to work in
the fields essential for recovery, modernisation and
rapid development. The EU-RQA program also offers a Self-Employment Option,
which awards grants of up to € 5 000 per person for those individuals wishing
to start up their own small businesses in Afghanistan.
Please
note: This position is only available to Afghans residing in the European
Union.
Applications
for this position should be sent to:
For
application materials, please consult our website: http://www.iom-rqa.org, or
via telephone, +32.2.282.45.74, or in writing, EU-Return of Qualified Afghans
International
Organization for Migration
Rue Montoyer, 40
1000
