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Closing date: 2019-02-18

Project Summary:

Creative Associates seeks a Procurement Officer for an upcoming USAID-funded program in Afghanistan. The overall goal of the Afghanistan Competitiveness for Export-Oriented Businesses Activity is to support and enhance the market-driven growth of Afghan SMEs associated with export-oriented value chains and enterprise clusters in Afghanistan. This will be achieved through a direct technical and in-kind support of leading afghan exporters and relevant supply/value chain.

Position Summary:

The Procurement Officer will be responsible for reviewing overall procurement processes, tracking procurements of goods and services through the procurement cycle, ensuring that adequate competition is achieved for procurements, and providing regular procurement mentoring to project staff to support project implementation.

Reporting & Supervision:

The Procurement Officer will report to the Operations Manager.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Maintain comprehensive procurement files, including solicitations, proposals, evaluations, award documents, official contracts and correspondence on all procurements, following USAID and Creative policies and local law;
• Supervise and verify the procurement of materials according to the needs of the project;
• Ensure presentation of sufficient selection that meets requirements of quality assurance, delivery, and transparency;
• Process procurements according to respective rules and regulations;
• Compile and review budgets, solicited quotations, negotiations, and analysis to recommend vendors for delivery of goods and materials to grantees;
• Verify deliveries are complete and done in a timely manner;
• Ensure prompt update of the procurement files into the procurement database, IDMS;
• Check daily on project vehicles and ensure up-to-date vehicle maintenance files for each vehicle; and
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in related field preferred;
• Minimum of two (2) years of relevant work experience;
• Experience working on USAID or similar internationally-funded programs;
• Strong knowledge of donor procurement rules and regulations;
• Strong ability to use and develop management and tracking systems;
• Strong communication skills;
• Oral and written working proficiency in English; and
• Ability to work under pressure in challenging working and living conditions.

Local candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Position contingent upon donor funding.

Please apply on our website: https://recruiting.ultipro.com/CRE1010CREAI/JobBoard/b093422a-53ee-4b40-ae33-72edfc017f55/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=d3d2581d-4995-4735-bbe4-7722b9e032ca

Closing date: 2019-02-18

Position Summary:

Creative Associates seeks a Human Resources (HR) Manager for an upcoming USAID-funded program in Afghanistan. The overall goal of the Afghanistan Competitiveness for Export-Oriented Businesses Activity is to support and enhance the market-driven growth of Afghan SMEs associated with export-oriented value chains and enterprise clusters in Afghanistan. This will be achieved through a direct technical and in-kind support of leading afghan exporters and relevant supply/value chain. The HR Manager will be responsible for assisting with all field-based HR and administration issues regarding national and international staff. This includes the coordination and completion of all recruitment processes. S/he will manage local national staff benefits as well as other related tasks as assigned. S/he is also responsible for providing overall administrative support to senior management on decision making regarding HR issues and ensures smooth flow of work throughout the project.

Reporting & Supervision:

Reporting directly to the Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) for Compliance, Operations and Grants Management, the HR Manager will support the management of a field team and offices for implementation of the program. S/he will liaise with the relevant regional HR managers on related corporate human resources matters.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Manage HR office operations ensuring compliance with Creative and USAID HR rules and regulations and meeting all requirements and deadlines pertaining to HR in a timely manner;
• Coordinate and conduct recruitment functions; communicate with department representatives to establish the development of job descriptions/announcements including opening and closing dates and develops and places advertisements;
• Manage the hiring process, in conjunction with senior management, to coordinate the screening of applications, interview process, and development of selection tools; performs reference checks, etc. and sends appropriate correspondence to all applicants in a timely manner.
• Work with project managers to ensure timely hire/renewal of consultants under project grants, ensuring required documentation is obtained;
• Develop, establish and update the Employee Manual, Internal Regulations, HR Policies, Performance Appraisals, the Employment Agreement and Consultancy Contracts;
• Develop, maintain and update, if necessary, human resources systems in collaboration with the DCOP;
• Within scope of responsibility, provides information and general assistance to the employees regarding human resources policies and procedures; answer questions and provide information regarding interpretation of rules, problem solving, general advices and recruitment issues;
• Serve as liaison with DCOP Operations/General Ops Manager to local legal services to advise on HR employee issues involving local labor law and grievances;
• Plan and conduct new employee orientation to foster a positive attitude towards organizational objectives;
• Responsible for coordinating staff training and establishing staff development plans based on staff appraisals and evaluations;
• Provide training to local staff on HR policies and procedures contained in the Host Country National Manual and Handbook;
• Prepare various forms of HR correspondence including letters, memos, tracking sheets, bulletins, announcements, training and capacity building plans and memoranda; updates various charts;
• Advise managers on deadlines for 90-day probation status, employee performance evaluations, and personnel action forms;
• Receive and log various grievances or complaints from employees; consult legal counsel on difficult cases and provide options prior to forwarding complaints to management for review;
• Provide information and general assistance to employees regarding human resource policies and procedures and respond to employee questions and provides information regarding interpretation of HCN employee rules;
• Provide administrative decision-making support and leadership to resolve employee problems; counsel employees and supervisors concerning performance and disciplinary matters; review and provide recommendations on a case by case basis;
• Provide administrative support to HR and Administration Department in all HR functions;
• Coordinate employee recognition activities such as service awards, employee-of-the month, etc. in consultation with senior management;
• Provide oversight to HR staff on organization and update of personnel files and other related HR documents including employment agreements, amendments, time sheets, calendar holidays and leaves, ensuring confidentiality;
• Liaise with health and life insurance Company to provide required benefits to local employees;
• Supervise subordinate HR and administration position;
• Conduct HR employee performance appraisals;
• Organize and evaluate office production and procedures and create processes to manage work flow;
• Provide direction and oversight to the maintenance of the HR information system; and
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• University degree related to human resources, administration, or business administration, plus five (5) years work experience in a related field;
• Certification in human resources (PHR, SPHR, GPHR) is considered a plus;
• Multi-tasker with positive attitude;
• Good communication and interpersonal skills;
• Considerable knowledge of local employment law is a plus;
• Proficient at using Microsoft office software: MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc;
• Excellent record keeping and documentation skills and the ability to correspond effectively via electronic methods; and
• Written and spoken fluency in English, Dari and Pashto.

Local candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Position contingent upon donor funding.

Please apply on our website: https://recruiting.ultipro.com/CRE1010CREAI/JobBoard/b093422a-53ee-4b40-ae33-72edfc017f55/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=c5dd2e76-36f0-4b8e-93ad-a99129b4b4fb

Closing date: 2019-02-19

Career with BRAC International

BRAC is a development success story, born in Bangladesh and expanding into 11 other developing countries in Asia and Africa. It spreads anti-poverty solutions making it a global leader in providing opportunities for the world s poor.

BRAC was founded in Bangladesh in 1972 by Sir FazleHasan Abed, and is today one of the top leaders in developing cost-effective, evidence-based poverty innovations in extremely poor, fragile and post-disaster settings. BRAC started its first programme outside of Bangladesh in Afghanistan in 2002 through its Dutch registered Stichting BRAC International. BRAC International is currently reaching over 19 million people beyond Bangladesh and creating opportunities to break the cycle of poverty.

With a holistic approach that uses a wide array of interventions including microfinance, education, healthcare, legal services and more, BRAC invests in communities own human and material resources, catalyzing lasting change and creating an ecosystem in which the poor have the chance to seize control of their own lives. Of the world s top development and humanitarian relief organisations, BRAC is one of the few based in the global south. In January 2018, BRAC was ranked as the number one NGO in the world for the third consecutive year by the Geneva-based NGO Advisor, an independent media organization committed to highlighting innovation, impact and governance in the non-profit sector.

BRAC Internationalis seeking applications from competent, dynamic and self-motivated individuals to fill the following position:

Deputy Manager, Finance & Accounts

Job Location: Kabul, Afghanistan

Key Responsibilities:

• To Prepare financial statements and donor reports

• To prepare the consolidated financial statements

• To Coordinate the entries in the accounting software ERP

• To prepare forecast and budget for new projects and present variance report to the program managements

• To extend support to the external and internal auditors

• Day to day correspondence with the field office accountants, disseminating information and resolving the financial issues

• To visit field offices to review and strengthen the process of financial management.

Educational Requirements: At least M.Com in Accounting/MBA in Accounting /Finance from reputed University preferred with partly qualification of CA/CMA/ACCA.

Required Competencies and skills:

• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing to management and other stakeholders.

• Fluent in English speaking and good in report writing, good knowledge on NGO financial environment and excellent communication skill

• Able to work in stressful conditions to undertake multitasking responsibilities.

• Excellent time-management and problem-solving skills, sound in financial decision making, MIS and cost analysis

• Advanced in IT skills, especially in MS word/excel/PowerPoint, competent user of financial database and software

• Proven track record of maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information.

Experience Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience ( at least 03 years in leading NGO)

Employment type: Contractual

Salary: Negotiable

If you feel you are the right match for the above mentioned position, please follow the application instructions accordingly:

External candidatesneed to email their CV with a letter of interest mentioning educational grades, years of experience, current and expected salary at recruitment.bi@brac.net

Internal candidatesneed to apply with their latest CV including all job assignments in detail with BRAC PIN and email to internal.bi@brac.net

Please mention the name of the position and AD# BI 07/19 in the subject bar.

Only complete applications will be accepted and short listed candidates will be contacted.

Application deadline: 19 February 2019

BRAC is committed to safeguard children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. Therefore, our hiring process includes extensive background checks and a criminal records disclosure to ensure safeguarding and to prevent harassment and abuse

BRAC is an equal opportunities employer

Closing date: 2019-02-20

Welthungerhilfe (www.welthungerhilfe.de) is one of the large and respected private organisations in the field of development cooperation and humanitarian aid in Germany. It carries out projects in 39 countries and campaigns for fairer cooperation with developing countries.

If you are prepared to dedicate yourself to carrying out projects under sometimes difficult conditions and you match the requirements set out below, we look forward to receiving your application for the position of.

Consultant (m/f) in Afghanistan

Supporting NGO accountability in Afghanistan: integrated downward accountability training series and perception study on the work of NGOs

WHH commissions this integrated downward accountability training series and a perception study on the work of NGOs to make a substantial contribution to transparency and accountability to beneficiaries targeted as part of projects implemented by ACBAR member NGOs. And WHH this study is conducted as part of a BMZ funded project

Through commissioning and supporting an integrated training series and a perception study on the work of NGOs, WHH seeks to enhance the accountability of ACBAR member NGOs by enhancing their abilities to capture the perceptions of targeted populations through the development of downward feedback systems featuring closed feedback loops.

Methodology

The Consultant is responsible for suggesting an appropriate study methodology as part of his / her application as well as presenting and discussing with key staff of WHH Afghanistan s Country Office the specific training plan / concept in alignment with the overall foreseen training.

Deliverables

• Training series consistent of three trainings lasting three days each, targeting roughly 20 participants from 10-20 participating NGOs, focusing on developing specific competencies enabling collection of data on perceptions of stakeholders and beneficiaries, the analysis and translation of the collected data into key messages, the conclusions to be drawn on necessary course changes in project implementation, and the communication with stakeholders at the end of the process to show what impact their feedback has had and what changes have been implemented as a result of their perceptions of projects, to be conducted in Afghanistan;
• One perception study on the work of NGOs comprised of one interim progress report and one final report, based on two rounds of data collection throughout Afghanistan, each targeting a minimum of 500 households plus focus group discussions

The deliverables are to be:

• Prepared and delivered in English only;
• Prepared in coordination with and actively seeking the input of WHH Afghanistan;
• Completed within the above indicated timeline.

General arrangements

• Required equipment and supporting services (laptop, recorders, translation, enumeration, etc.) is to be provided by the Consultant;
• Internet / telephone expensed/local transport are to be covered by the Consultant;
• Insurance costs will not be covered; the Consultant shall manage his / her own insurance and provide the details of this cover to WHH prior to starting the assignment.
• If the Consultant(s) requires a visa(s) to work in Afghanistan, it is his / her responsibility to acquire it. Shall a visa not be acquired one working week before the planned onset of work and send as scanned copy to WHH, WHH reserves the right to annulated the contractual agreement.
• The Consultants are requested to comply with WHH s security rules and regulations.

Time Frame

• Expected start date: February 28-02-2019
• End date: POSTING DATE PLUS 24 MONTHS 20-02-2021

Your qualifications will include

• To have significant experience in providing trainings to NGOs on downward accountability, specifically to non-Western training audiences;

• To be based in Afghanistan or possessing significant experience conducting consultancies in Afghanistan and willing to travel to and stay in Kabul, Afghanistan

• WHH specifically requests the Consultant to ensure fully integrated delivery of the downward accountability training series and perception study on the work of NGOs, featuring multi-level complementarities and synergies.

• Demonstrate a strong background in data collection, analysis and the conduct of perception studies strong knowledge, familiarity of the development and humanitarian context and stakeholders in Afghanistan

Consultant /consultancy Co that, fulfil the requirements shall submit in PDF and Word / Excel formats:

• Application/expression of interest letter, signed by Consultant
• Financial and technical proposal
• Detailed CV(s) of the Consultant(s)

The technical proposal for the integrated training series and perception study must at least contain:

• Draft concept for training series + work schedule

• Methodology for study on NGO perceptions:

• Type of study design

• Sampling technique

• Data collection technique

• Methods of data compilation and analysis

• Understanding and discussion of feasibility of the TOR

• Organizational experience and capacity to undertake the assignment

The financial proposal/offer for the content of the training must at least contain the costs of personnel lead and assistant consultant, enumerators, supervisors, etc. and inputs (stationary, photocopying, etc.). Costs for unforeseen expenses should not be included in the calculation

These should be submitted to afg.kab.hr@welthungerhilfe.deno later than 20-Feb-2019 at 17:00hrs Kabul time.

Please note that applications not received in all above-mentioned formats, and applications with an application letter lacking a signature will not be considered.

Closing date: 2019-02-20

Job Title:

COUNTRY DIRECTOR

Directorate:Federation Development

Job Family:Country Director

Reports to:Head of Country Support, Asia

Grade:Fm

Location:Kabul, Afghanistan

Direct Reports:Country Senior Management Team

Job Role

Role Overview:

The Country Director (CD) provides vision, leadership, management and effective high-level national representation for ActionAid International in Afghanistan, in line with the established policies, principles and operating practices of ActionAid International, as well as good management practice and the political, social, cultural and economic environment of the country.

The CD is responsible for overseeing the implementation of the ActionAid Afghanistan Country Strategy Paper (CSP), ensuring resources are in place to achieve budgeted performance targets and monitoring overall performance against these targets.

The CD role requires leadership competencies, organisational change management experience, competencies to manage large teams as well as deep knowledge on the context and development sector to enable the role holder to make significant improvements to policies and processes that lead to mid to long-term success of ActionAid in Afghanistan.

The CD will embrace the dual citizenship of an organisation that is strongly rooted in the country but also part of an international federation.

Accountabilities

Key Accountabilities / Responsibilities:

Organisational Representation

Implement and further develop AAI s vision, mission, philosophy and principles in Afghanistan in line with agreed AAI s strategies and organisational priorities

Represent ActionAid International in a variety of forums and maintain external relationships within a diverse range of stakeholders in the sector including national government, key national and international NGOs, donors, academic, social movements, CBO s, media and other relevant institutions in Afghanistan

Actively contribute to ActionAid International's development as an international federation.

Maintain regular communication with the line manager, AAI Global Secretariat and other Members of AAI federation.

Ensure that ActionAid Afghanistan lives up to its dual citizenship role as part of an international federation.

Provide inputs to AAI s activities as and when required, including participation on task forces, training courses and conferences

Strategy Development and Implementation

Ensures the delivery of AA Afghanistan s CSP and oversees the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the CSP and its annual plan.

Ensure all programme activities are sensitive to and responsive to changes in the political, social, and economic environments and that all changes in organisation s structure, systems and culture are planned and managed effectively

Lead and direct the work of AA Afghanistan in accordance with sound management practices and ActionAid's development policies and accountability systems.

Develop and maintain appropriate contingency plans for all kinds of emergencies. Such plans to be presented for approval of the Head of Country Support, Asia, for inclusion in AAI s humanitarian response and risk management related mechanisms.

Fundraising

Develop a funding strategy and plan to mobilise and diversify AA Afghanistan s resource base to support the change we seek to achieve as specified in the CSP.

Establish and develop strategic and working relationships with key donors in Afghanistan and actively develop local funding sources appropriate to AA Afghanistan Country's resource needs

Ensure a regular flow of information and report is available to AAI funding departments, funding affiliates and to donors and official funders as required by the various funding mechanisms.

Knowledge and experiences in ensuring cost recovery with donor funded projects and budgeting.

Communications and Campaign

Develop a communication strategy that will deepen the impact of communication work, identify key priorities, channels, audiences and messages to establish an appropriate public image for ActionAid Afghanistan in line with ActionAid International values and culture

Develop and manage a sound relationship with all sections of the media and ensure that any published material accurately reflects the views of AA Afghanistan.

Encourage the development of appropriate research with a view to improving the quality of grassroot work and influencing change in policy to improve the quality of life for the poor and excluded ActionAid works in Afghanistan.

Conceptualise and conduct local level campaigns to create connections between poor and excluded people to increase public awareness of, and support for their cause and grow our supporter base in Afghanistan.

People Management

Maintain an effective structure to ensure deliver country strategic plan

Maintain effective and appropriate staff recruitment, induction, appraisal, and remuneration and development policies and practices at all levels to ensure the optimum utilisation and development of AA Afghanistan's human resources.

Appoint, develop and manage all senior staff. Ensure a high calibre of staff is recruited while promoting a gender balance in the organisation, and that optimum investments are made in their development.

Develop a qualified and valued ActionAid team in Afghanistan, based on equality and diversity, and provide this team with an empowering and enabling environment conducive to quality programming by fostering innovation, ongoing learning and team work.

Actively promote staff exchange, secondment and development schemes, where these contribute to the meeting of ActionAid's programme objectives and priorities

Operations & Finance

Ensure mutual accountability between ActionAid and related stakeholders with the establishment of all organisational processes, systems and policy to ensure the effectiveness of AA Afghanistan.

Ensure the financial integrity and accountability of AA Afghanistan in accordance with ActionAid Financial Management framework

Manage the financial resources allocated to or raised by the country in compliance with approved policies/ frameworks as well as national law and donors regulations;

Prepare budget and financial plan to ensure that that the control of expenditure and the disbursement of resources in accordance with the established procedures ;

Provide progress and financial reports as required by the government, and ActionAid's accountability procedures and as required by other donors.

Maintain an efficient internal control framework to ensure that AA Afghanistan has a well-balanced, well documented and cost-effective programme.

Partnership management and development

Manage and encourage the co-operative relationships established with various specialist institutions and partners in the country and ensure that these joint initiatives conform to programme objectives and strengthen the profile of AA Afghanistan.

Lead the development and implementation of country-specific guidelines for the management of partnerships in line with the Country Strategy Paper (CSP) and other relevant organizational policies

Others

Develop ActionAid Afghanistan 's capacity to document, disseminate and learn from development work in and ensure all reporting meet the highest standard

Act as focal person to identify and manage all risks/ crisis related to AAI operations in Afghanistan

Typical People Management Responsibility

Approximate number of people managed in total:120

Matrix Manager (projects/dotted line):No

Team Leader:Yes

Organisation-wide expenditure:3 million GBP

Education & Certifications

Appropriate degree level qualification, preferably post-graduate qualifications in development study, social science and/or organisational management

Experience

A minimum of 5 years experiences in the senior management position in development work and poverty alleviation programmes with proven initiative, flexibility and enthusiasm in managing complex activities in a risk prone and changing environment. Experience working as country/executive director for similar organisation is required.

Demonstrated senior management expertise, including proven ability to develop the capacities of multi-disciplinary professional teams of similar staff size of 100 and above

Proven experience in managing complex financial control and management systems with the budget size of 3 million GBP

Demonstrated expertise in strategic and long-term planning and the ability to ensure that operational plans and activities meet targets and appropriately reflect longer term perspectives.

Experience in change management/ restructure

Proven track records in fundraising from diversified resources and contract management from bilateral and multilateral donors

Proven experience of working and negotiating with Government officials and/or donors at all levels

Essential knowledge and skills

Sound and up to date knowledge of development concepts, methodologies and techniques including demonstrated expertise in at least one specialist development field.

Excellent negotiation and communication skills, including demonstrated ability to handle sensitive diplomatic and Government level negotiations on matters affecting ActionAid's Afghanistan country programmes.

Sound awareness of the political, social, economic and historic environment in which ActionAid's poverty alleviation programmes are operating at both national and community levels.

Proficiency in English and a familiarity with the context of the country as it affects development strategies.

Strong leadership and management skills

Strong analytical/Problem solving, and management of crisis, conflict and risk

Desirable Knowledge , Experience and Skills

Understanding local language is an advantage to the role.

In addition to the essential requirements, candidates with proven project management record, especially management background in emergencies work and disaster response have additional advantages

This role is an exciting opportunity for a senior management professional who wants to help shape the future success of a major international NGO working with over 25 million people in more than 40 countries for a world free from poverty and injustice by helping people use their own power. The role provides vision, leadership, management and effective high-level national representation for ActionAid International in Afghanistan. If you are a leader who is strategic, influential with a passion for making a difference, this is the job for you.

The country director role represents ActionAid International Federation in Afghanistan; leads the development and oversees the implementation of Country Strategy for ActionAid.

As the top leadership in the country, the country director will focus on delivering high standards of ActionAid s operations in Afghanistan and ensuring resources are in place to achieve performance targets and monitoring overall performance against these targets. The role requires deep knowledge of Afghanistan social, political and economic context to make significant improvements to policies and processes that lead long-term success of ActionAid in Afghanistan; of broad organizational experience to develop and manage the team well and; strong alignment with ActionAid s values and principles . You will need to have excellent negotiation and communication skills, including demonstrated ability to handle sensitive diplomatic and Government level advocacy negotiations on matters relating to ActionAid's Afghanistan country programme.

Candidates should have significant experience working at the top management / executive director position in development work with proven initiative, flexibility and enthusiasm in managing complex activities in a changing environment and ability to influence change. Your backgrounds must include proven track records in leading change management, fundraising and managing complex financial control and management system from diversified resources with the budget size of at least 3 million GBP and above. A strategic thinker, you will need to have ability to manage a large diversified team and build high performance cultures. Experience of working in Afghanistan is essential for this position.

Application Procedures:

If you have the motivation to take on this exciting opportunity, please visit our website www.actionaid.org/jobsfor further details.

Candidates should apply by sending CV and motivation cover letter to hradmin.asia@actionaid.orgby 5PM Bangkok time on 20 February 2019. Please clearly indicate which position you are applying for. REF No: CD/AAAf

ActionAid International welcomes applications from all sections of the community and promotes diversity. Although all applications will be considered on their individual merit**, suitably qualified candidate, especially women leader, are especially encouraged to apply.**

Please check your application against our job descriptions and make sure you meet all the essential criteria listed in the person specification, in addition your application will be stronger if you meet at least some of the desirable criteria.

Due to high volumes of applications received, we can only correspond with short listed applicants who meet the essential criteria listed on the job description.

Should you not have received feedback on your application within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. ActionAid International will not consider unsolicited candidates from recruitment agencies. We reserve the right to withdraw any of our vacancies at any time

Closing date: 2019-02-20

United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) strives to promote education in Afghanistan as a fundamental human right while aiming to provide access to quality, relevant and inclusive education for all. Since 2016, UNESCO Kabul has provided technical and financial support to the Ministry of Education to facilitate the development and implementation of a curriculum reform program as part of the government s efforts to improve the quality and relevance of education in Afghanistan (National Education Strategic Plan, 2017-2021).

The development and implementation of the curriculum reform program has involved multiple actions and multi-stakeholder coordination, including the development of a curriculum framework, life skills competencies framework, subject syllabi and a framework for quality assuring each subject syllabi, guidelines for the development of textbooks, teacher training and capacity development, improving learning environments and resources, and engaging with parents and the wider community.

UNESCO provided initial funding support for the curriculum reform program through its Capacity for Education Development (CapED) program from 2016 onwards. This was supplemented by an Agreement with UNICEF, signed on 30 May 2017, which provided financing to UNESCO to coordinate and technically support the ongoing development of the curriculum reform process. The Agreement provided for UNESCO to provide support to the Ministry of Education to complete the scope and sequence of the subject area syllabi and the life skills competencies framework. On 22 November 2017, an amended Agreement was signed which extended the Agreement for the period 29 May 2017 to 31 December 2018.

UNESCO now requires an Evaluation Expert, with subject matter expertise in curriculum reform, to undertake a final evaluation of the curriculum reform program and to identify recommendations for subsequent phases of the curriculum reform program.

Evaluation objective:

The overall purpose for the final narrative evaluation is to assess how successful the curriculum reform program has been in meeting its objectives and to identify recommendations to inform its next phase of implementation.

The final narrative evaluation will consider the following elements:

Identification of the relevance, effectiveness, efficiency, impact and sustainability of the curriculum reform program;

Organizational and technical capacity in program design, planning, development, implementation, monitoring, data management, progress reporting, making management decisions, and providing feedback for project management;

Assessment of the expectations and satisfaction of key stakeholders involved in the curriculum reform program particularly the Ministry of Education as line ministry and UNICEF as program donor. This will include identifying issues related to the satisfaction of these stakeholders in terms of programme design and implementation. The challenges encountered by UNESCO in delivery should also be clearly identified;

Recommendations for the next phase of the curriculum reform program in Afghanistan.

Scope:

Under the overall authority of the Director of UNESCO Kabul Office and the Chief of Education Unit Kabul Office, and the direct supervision of the CapED Project Coordinator, the consultant will conduct the final narrative evaluation and provide a detailed report mentioning major achievements, constraints and lessons learned, and recommendations for future programming as applicable for the curriculum reform program team as well as UNESCO.

The consultant will perform the following duties:

1. Lead the entire evaluation process, including the collection and analysis of data;

2. Conduct 10-day mission to Kabul, Afghanistan to undertake interviews with key stakeholders;

3. Conduct knowledge sharing debrief session with key stakeholders at the conclusion of the in-country mission;

4. Prepare a draft report on narrative evaluation and incorporate (or respond to) comments and feedback from the stakeholders into a final report; and

5. Submit a final report of the narrative evaluation of curriculum reform program.

Methodology

The evaluation approach and method should likely yield the most reliable and valid answers to the evaluation questions within the limits of resources. The methodology will include:

Desk study: The consultant should examine all relevant project documents. The desk review should explore other curriculum reform initiatives globally and within the region, including UNESCO, as a basis for future advice and relevant lessons learned and best practices.

Development and finalization of methodology: The consultant team will design and finalize the tools for collection and interpretation of data. This will be done in close consultation and discussion with the curriculum reform program team.

In-country mission interviewing key stakeholders: The consultant should pay particular attention to interviewing the key stakeholders related to the curriculum reform program. This should include representatives from:

o UNESCO Kabul Office: curriculum reform program team members, CapED Project Coordinator, Head of Education Unit, and the Director and Representative of UNESCO Kabul Office;

o Ministry of Education: Deputy Minister of Education for General Education, Deputy Minister for Curriculum, and Senior Advisors; and

o Development partners: for instance UN agencies and international community, and particularly UNICEF (as program donor).

The consultant should also consider interviewing representatives from interested civil society organizations, women s groups, and so on.

Review and finalization of report: The draft of the final evaluation report will be shared with all stakeholders for feedback/ comments and inputs incorporated as applicable in the final report.

Evaluation ethics:

The evaluation will be conducted in accordance with the principles outlined in the Ethical Guidelines for Evaluation (UNEG 2008) and the consultant must take measures to ensure compliance with the evaluator code of conduct (e.g. measures to safeguard the rights and confidentiality of their sources, provisions to collect and report data, particularly permissions needed to interview or obtain information about children and young people, provisions to store and maintain security of collected information; and protocols to ensure anonymity and confidentiality).

Time and deliverables:

The final evaluation should be completed within two months during February and March 2018 with a final report submitted by 30 March 2019.

Expected deliverables are as follows:

Specific tasks to be carried out (including any objectives and targets)

Expected outputs and achievements (including specific reference to any deliverables and/or reports)

Date due

1. Development of work plan and approach to be employed for final evaluation, including methodology, theoretical framework, and timeframes.

An inception report with detailed work plan for conducting the final evaluation.

9 February 2019

1. Draft evaluation of curriculum reform program including identification of achievements, lessons learned, challenges and constraints, and recommendations for the next phase of the curriculum reform program in Afghanistan.

A draft report of the narrative evaluation of the curriculum reform program.

16 March 2019

1. Final evaluation of curriculum reform program including incorporation of (or response to) comments and feedback from key stakeholders UNESCO Kabul Office, UNICEF and the Ministry of Education.

A final narrative report evaluating the curriculum reform program incorporating (or responding to) stakeholders comments and identifying recommendations for the next phase of the curriculum reform program.

30 March 2019

Competencies

A successful candidate will be required to demonstrate the following competencies:

Core Competencies

Accountability

Communication

Teamwork

Innovation

Results focus

Planning and organizing

Knowledge sharing and continuous improvement

For detailed information please consult the UNESCO Competency Framework

Required qualifications

Education:

An advanced university degree in education (PhD, EdD, MEd, MA);

Curriculum development qualification is an asset.

Work experience

At least 10 years of relevant work experience in education program management, and ideally in curriculum reform;

Deep technical expertise in curriculum reform in a formal education sector;

Experience in organizational management, structures and systems, operations, capacity development, reporting, and monitoring is desired but not essential.

Skills:

Strong background and familiarity with education program management and curriculum reform;

Proven monitoring and evaluation experience;

Strong sensitivity and adaptability (cultural, gender, religion, race and nationality);

Ability to interact with a wide range of high-level stakeholders;

Excellent strategic and analytical skills;

High-level drafting and delivery in English.

Language requirements

Fluency in both written and oral English is a requirement.

Knowledge of another official UN language, or Dari or Pashto, would be an asset**.**

Conditions of work:

The consultant will be provided with secure office space by UNESCO while in Kabul including equipment, office stationaries, printing, photocopying, and communication equipment.

Accommodation will be arranged by the UNESCO Office in Kabul and will be in premises cleared by the United Nations Department of Safety and Security (UNDSS) in Afghanistan.

Interested candidates are requested to send (in English):

1. Up-to-date curriculum vitae

2. Cover letter outlining qualifications and experience for the position

3. A technical proposal, of no more than two (2) pages, indicating the approach s/he would adopt to carry out the evaluation (including methodology, theoretical framework, timeframes and costings).

Applications must be sent before midnight20 Feb 2019(Afghanistan time) by email to k.human-resource@unesco.org.

Closing date: 2019-02-23

Career with BRAC International

BRAC is a development success story, born in Bangladesh and expanding into 11 other developing countries in Asia and Africa. It spreads anti-poverty solutions making it a global leader in providing opportunities for the world s poor.

BRAC was founded in Bangladesh in 1972 by Sir Fazle Hasan Abed, and is today one of the top leaders in developing cost-effective, evidence-based poverty innovations in extremely poor, fragile and post-disaster settings. BRAC started its first programme outside of Bangladesh in Afghanistan in 2002 through its Dutch registered Stichting BRAC International. BRAC International is currently reaching over 19 million people beyond Bangladesh and creating opportunities to break the cycle of poverty.

With a holistic approach that uses a wide array of interventions including microfinance, education, healthcare, legal services and more, BRAC invests in communities own human and material resources, catalyzing lasting change and creating an ecosystem in which the poor have the chance to seize control of their own lives. Of the world s top development and humanitarian relief organisations, BRAC is one of the few based in the global south. In January 2018, BRAC was ranked as the number one NGO in the world for the third consecutive year by the Geneva-based NGO Advisor, an independent media organization committed to highlighting innovation, impact and governance in the non-profit sector.

BRAC Internationalis seeking applications from competent, dynamic and self-motivated individuals to fill the following position:

Regional Accountant, Finance & Accounts, BRAC Afghanistan

Job Location: Regional Office, Afghanistan

Major Responsibilities:

• To oversee the accounts at regional office level

• To perform regular field office visits

• To build the capacity of subordinate accountants

• To reconcile the MIS data with accounting data

• To reconcile of any In-transit & Current accounts

• To prepare the bank reconciliation statements

• To assist Country Accountants to reconcile other balances of the accounts

• To produce Trial Balance for the monthly accounts to help the Country Accountants for the timely submission of the monthly accounts

• Any other duties as delegated by the supervisors in addition to the above

Educational Requirements: At least M.Com/ MBA in Accounting/Finance from any reputed university.

Required Competencies and skills:

Ability to communicate effectively

Good knowledge on NGO financial environment

Proven track record of maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information

Proven track record of maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information

Experienced in making transactions as procedures and to keep utmost financial transparency.

Experienced in Ms Word and Excel

Trained on accounting software

Skilled on Tax calculations

Experience Requirements:

• 5-6 years of experience in relevant fields

Employment type: Contractual

Salary: Negotiable

If you feel you are the right match for the above mentioned position, please follow the application instructions accordingly:

External candidatesneed to apply through email their CV with a letter of interest mentioning educational grades, years of experience, current and expected salary at recruitment.bi@brac.net

Internal candidatesneed to apply with their latest CV including all job assignments in detail with BRAC PIN and email to internal.bi@brac.net

Please mention the name of the position and AD# BI 08/19 in the subject bar.

Only complete applications will be accepted and short listed candidates will be contacted.

Application deadline: 23 February 2019

BRAC is committed to safeguard children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. Therefore, our hiring process includes extensive background checks and a criminal records disclosure to ensure safeguarding and to prevent harassment and abuse

BRAC is an equal opportunities employer

Closing date: 2019-02-25

The Opportunity
As a member of the PDQA Department in Afghanistan, the Head of Advocacy, Campaign and Communication shares in the overall responsibility for the direction and coordination of the Country Office advocacy, Campaigns and Communication strategies. He/she is responsible for the development and implementation of child rights governance programming, advocacy strategies and impactful campaigns that will influence government and other institutional policies and practice to achieve positive and lasting changes to fulfil children s rights. S/he will ensure that SCI profile is raised both nationally and internationally.

Skills and Experience
* Master Degree in policy, social studies or equivalent
* Minimum of 7 years' experience of working with INGOs in senior position in advocacy/policy sector
* Demonstrated knowledge and experience in designing and implementing advocacy, campaigns and CRG initiatives/projects
* A general appreciation of the issues concerning the INGO sector with an in-depth knowledge of advocacy issues in Afghanistan
* Experience of working with implementing partners in a consortium and of building coalitions to affect change in policy and issues
* Substantial experience working in international locations with INGOs, with experience in successfully leading the development and implementation of advocacy, campaigns and communication strategies
* Demonstrable track record of leading change which has led to significant results for the organisation and their stakeholders
* Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including influencing, negotiation and coaching, and excellent writing and presentation skills
* Writing and presentation skills in English
* Ability and willingness to dramatically change work practices and hours, in the event of emergencies
* Commitment to and understanding of Save the Children's aims, values and principles

The Organisation
We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.

We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:
* No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday
* All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
* Violence against children is no longer tolerated

We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive workplace where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.

Application Information:
Please apply using a cover letter and up-to-date CV as a single document. Please also include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations. A copy of the full role profile can be found at www.savethechildren.net/careers

Closing Date for Application:22 February 2019

We need to keep children safe so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

Application URL:http://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=dy5jaGVvbmcuODM1NDcuMzgzMEBzYXZldGhlY2hpbGRyZW5hby5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20

Closing date: 2019-02-28

Background:

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is one of the world s leading agencies working in post-conflict and development contexts, supporting communities in over 40 fragile, failed and developing states. In this capacity, we work to restore safety, dignity and hope to millions who are uprooted, struggling to endure and wishing to advance on a path of development. The IRC opened the country program in Afghanistan in 1988. Our programs span the range from humanitarian relief to early recovery and development activities, focusing on emergency response, child protection, education, economic wellbeing, and health. The IRC works in 9 provinces throughout Afghanistan, among which some of the most security volatile, and employs over 1,000 staff. IRC Afghanistan operates an annual portfolio of over $17 million.

Scope:

The Deputy Director Programs (DDP) provides a leadership, decision-making and coordinating role on programmatic issues, both in developing quality proposals as well as the effective implementation of IRC s projects in Afghanistan. With a focus on refugees, internally-displaced populations affected by conflict and natural disaster, IRC currently works in the following sectors: Economic Well-Being, Environmental Health (WASH), Education, Protection, Nutrition and Emergency Response.

As a part of the country Senior Management Team (SMT), the DDP leads on developing strategies and implementing programming in the nine geographic areas/provinces: Kabul, Nangarhar, Laghman, Paktya, Helmand, Badghis, Herat, Logar, and Khost.

The DDP line manages the Program Coordinators, as well as the Grants Coordinator and the M&E Coordinator. As DDP, you will report to the Country Director.

Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning

• With the CD, lead on implementing the Country Strategic Action Plan (SAP) and achievement of the plan objectives, universal expectations, regular progress review of plans. Serve as the focal point person for the SAP Monitoring and Reporting Protocol and SAP Implementation Committee.
• Advance program sector strategies, including the integration of cross-cutting issues of gender, partnership, disaster risk reduction and advocacy.
• Work closely with the Deputy Director for Emergencies in ensuring appropriate support of Program Coordinators, Grants and M&E to our Emergency Response programs.

Program Development and fundraising

• Provide mentorship and leadership in the rollout and use of the SAP and Outcome and Evidence Framework when developing new projects.
• In coordination with the CD, actively design and implement fundraising strategies, incorporating donor mapping and communication plans, to ensure program sectors are adequately financed.
• Support the Grants Unit and M&E Unit to make sure that high quality and needs-based project proposals are developed, according to the Proposal Flowchart and in compliance with IRC and donor regulations as well as within the parameters of the Strategic Action Plan.
• Support in developing Communication and Advocacy strategies, growing IRC visibility in country and positioning IRC in line with advocacy strategy.

Program Implementation

• Support the Provincial /Sector Coordinators to ensure that program implementation is led closely through creation of structured work-plans and approved monitoring plans based on project proposals and that expenditures are monitored monthly; with well-structured corrective action is initiated and tracked where required.
• Chair monthly Grants Review Meetings review progress of programs/projects as well as budget spending and take corrective measures so that projects finish on time.
• Provide the Country Director with accurate and up to date advice of developments and opportunities in program and project implementation together with any necessary recommendations for action.
• Support the M&E Coordinator in developing, rolling out and monitoring a country-wide M&E strategy and tools for the collection and analysis of program information (qualitative and quantitative) to inform all stages of the project cycle to increased shared learning internally and externally.
• Lead the development of timely and high quality reporting by the grants team and program staff for submission, per IRC and donor guidelines.
• Coordinate donor visits, and support field staff in preparing and conducting these visits as necessary.

Human Resources and Staff Development

• Provide supportive mentorship and supervision to direct reports. Provide appropriate and timely feedback to staff regarding their performance, including timely implementation of the annual staff performance management system.
• Set clear objectives for sector coordinators.
• Support the identification of staff development opportunities for senior staff.
• Assist in developing job descriptions and in the recruitment of senior program staff (national and international). Ensure that regular and quality staff evaluations are conducted for all staff.
• Work with the Country Director, Deputy Director Operations, Finance Controller and Human Resources Coordinator to review/revise and develop appropriate policies and address issues.

Liaison/Representation and Coordination

• Actively, systematically and regularly communicate with various partners in country.
• Maintain a sound understanding programs to be able to represent the IRC and the IRC s interests with implementing partners, government, donors and clients.
• Help develop a positive relationship with donors / Government counterparts to ensure sustainable programs in the portfolio sectors. Encourage and support improved program cohesion through coordination initiatives and information sharing with and between all key country program staff.
• Promote the IRC Afghanistan vision and mission amongst all staff.
• Serve as an active member of the Senior Management Team and deputize for the Country Director as necessary.

Requirements:

• Graduate degree in International Development, International Relations, business; management and administrative science.
• Excellent professional track record with 5-6 years of overseas experience, preferably in a conflict/post-conflict environment with program leadership responsibilities. Successful experience working within a complex security environment is preferred.
• Proven ability to think strategically, prioritize and meet deadlines in a complex and challenging environment; must be culturally sensitive
• Excellent leadership, people management, interpersonal and negotiation skills and a demonstrated ability to develop harmonious teams in a multi-ethnic context.
• Strong diplomacy skills; ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with partners, donors, government and clients in a sensitive environment.
• Have fluent spoken and written English
• Strong computer skills: including competency in the use of Windows MS office programs (Word, Excel), email programs, etc.
• Willingness to travel outside Kabul depending on security clearance.
• Willingness to live in strict security protocol environment

https://rescue.csod.com/ats/careersite/jobdetails.aspx?site=1&c=rescue&id=3404

Closing date: 2019-02-28

Duty LocationMazar-e-Sharif and Kabul, Afghanistan, frequently travel to other operational areas based on security situation

Duration6 Months with possible extension

RelationshipThe Security and Access Advisor is reportable to Country Director, Afghanistan. S/he will supervise one National Security Manager. The post holder will work together with senior management team in the country to ensure safety and security issues are managed professionally. S/he will have functional relationship with PIN s global security advisor based in HQ.

People in Need (PIN)is a Czech NGO that provides relief and development assistance in 22 countries around the world. In Afghanistan, PIN has been responding to humanitarian needs and implementing development programs since 2001. PIN has established presence in 8 provinces in Afghanistan with approximately 140 staff. PIN implements projects focused on agriculture, women s economic empowerment, social integration, and humanitarian response.

PIN has a long term strategic commitment to contribute to the alleviation of suffering caused by extreme poverty and both natural and man-made disasters in Afghanistan, by providing neutral and impartial relief and assistance, regardless of the prevailing national and international dynamics. PIN aims to work in coordination with existing local governance structures and promote community-based approaches to avoid undermining local structures.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

Safety and Security Management:

• Oversee the country Safety and Security management process and ensure the implementation of the security management plan.
• Develop, review and update country Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and ensure implementations.
• Facilitate Risk and Threats Assessments and ensure the implementation of mitigation plans and measures.
• Ensure that safety and security reports and relevant information are analysed and shared across the team.
• Develop the capacity of National Security Manager and Security Coordinators so that they can work independently with minimum guidance
• Develop, review and update Incident Management protocol and take active role in management of incidents if occurs.
• Provide technically advice on the procurement of safety-related equipment, facilities and other resources.
• Represent PIN in various security coordination meetings organized by INSO, UN, Donors and other organizations.

Access Management

• Develop, review and continue update PIN Afghanistan access strategies in collaboration with National Security Manager, Coordinators, Project/Program Managers and other similar organizations.
• Support in development and implementation of access tools, training and orientations for safe delivery of activities.
• Work closely with PIN team and provide support and quality control of access assessments and necessary measures based on changed contexts.

Training and capacity Building

• Plan and implement safety and security related training for PIN team in Afghanistan
• Regularly facilitate meetings of security department and provide feedback

• Continue guide and coaching the security and safety team

• Ensure all staff have access to security policies/procedures and enhance their knowledge and attitude towards security management

ABOUT YOU

To be successful in this role the applicant will fulfil the following criteria:

• Minimum 2 years of security management experience with INGO in a challenging security context. Working experience in Afghanistan is an advantage.
• Working experience in fragile countries and hostile environment
• Demonstrated experience of working in multicultural diverse team
• Proven capacity to develop and implement context based safety and security protocols and systems;
• Demonstrated capacity in information gathering, analysis and report writing
• Proven ability to carry-out quality assessments on access and security issues
• Knowledge and experience with incident management
• Demonstrated capacity to facilitate training programs
• Full professional proficiency in English. Knowledge and understanding about local languages is an advantage
• Proven ability to gender analysis and look the safety and security issues through gender lenses

Core Competency:

• Leadership:You take initiative, continue search innovation and influence others
• Result orientated:You ensure achieving results with efficiency
• Integrity:You perform according to PIN s vision and values
• Cooperation:You engage various internal and external stakeholders and value their feedback
• Communication:You are an active listener and speak effectively

PIN OFFERS:

• Working environment in a well-established and growing humanitarian organization
• Salary and benefits according to PIN salary scale and HR policies,
• Accommodation in PIN guesthouse on PIN expense;
• Performance related bonuses paid twice yearly, offering up to one-month additional salary based on performance;
• 25 days of paid leave annually plus 15 days of R&R
• Reimbursement of travel expenses with travel to the country of residence once per every 6 months of completed work and regional travel every 3 months of completed work
• Reimbursement of costs of visas and vaccinations; assistance with visa application procedure;
• Free medical helpdesk and psychological consultation available on line; travel medical insurance.

Kindly send us your cover letter and an updated CVin English via this link. Please note only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Thank you.