Country Advisor

About NATO Afghanistan - Resolute Support

Job Summary

The NATO Senior Civilian Representative (SCR) is responsible for carrying forward the Alliance’s political-military objectives in Afghanistan. The SCR position is a high-level post, which necessitates the assignment of experienced and highly professional individuals.
Provide advice on Afghanistan specific matters to the SCR Office. Incumbent is responsible for providing Afghanistan country affairs information and analysis; and liaising with government officials, and others in support of the SCR mandate.
The incumbent is responsible for establishing and maintaining a close working relationship with key Afghan governmental institutions both at the national and sub-national levels.
In principle, already well connected with relevant Afghan officials, governmental institutions, political leaders, international and other interlocutors.

Working for the Office of the NATO Senior Civilian Representative.
International working environment.
Working in a military environment.
Primarily in Kabul, with occasional travel to other parts of Afghanistan and abroad.
High paced environment with irregular working hours

Duties & Responsibilities

The incumbent will work as a Country Advisor within the Political Advisor (POLAD) Team of the SCR Office.
Develop and maintain relationships with government officials, NGOs, Civil Society and organisations related to the work of his/her specific area of expertise.
Provide concise assessments, reports and updates on topics within his/her specific area of expertise.
Monitor, analyse and report on relevant developments within his/her specific area of expertise, including Afghan media.
Provide advice on all historical, social, economic, political and development issues that impact the work of the office.
Analyze Afghan government and civil society reactions to NATO and Resolute Support (RS) proposals and initiatives.
Liaise with other country advisers to optimise information and contact exchange.
Assist in the preparation of and support high level visits and delegations

The incumbent may be required to perform duties outside of his/her Terms of Reference, as assigned by the Director or his representative. These may include, inter alia:
Temporarily work for/assist another team or other members of the NATO SCR Office, as required.
Provide interpretation for official meetings/translate documents.
As a representative of the SCR Office, maintain a high degree of professional conduct, appearance and discretion at all times.
Travel both inside and outside the country as required.

Under the direct guidance of the Director or his designated representative, the Country Adviser should provide actionable information and advice relating directly to the SCR’s political policy decision-making process

Job Requirements

Broad familiarity and experience with Afghan governmental, political, economic, international, media and civil society institutions.
Track record of professional experience within area of expertise.
Record of collaboration or work for a governmental or political agency involved in Afghanistan.
Regional expertise.
Ability to conduct independent critical analysis of political and social developments, and provide concise written reports and assessments.
Ability to administer visitor programmes and schedules in a challenging security and logistical environment

University degree (preferably a Masters), preferably, but not limited to international relations political science, or economics with 4 years of work-related experience.
Ability to interpret, translate and revise Dari and Pashto into English and vice versa at the required level of quality and speed

Record of work with Afghan governmental, political, economic, media, civil society institutions and international organisations
Specific knowledge / work experience in one or several of Afghanistan’s regions.
Knowledge of NATO and ISAF
Master’s University Degree preferred

Standard Automated Data Processing (ADP) Knowledge: Working Knowledge with the exception of Graphic Design where Advanced Knowledge is required.
Highly motivated individual with initiative and able to anticipate both problems and opportunities and take appropriate action, independently, if required.
Analytical abilities and open-mindedness are essential to the post.
Able to work in a multi-cultural environment as part of a team.
Ability and willingness to work outside normal office hours.

Submission Guideline

We only accept RS LCH Application Forms and they should be sent to local.vacancies EMAIL ADDRESS

PLEASE NOTE: ONLY THE OFFICIAL LCH RS APPLICATION, FOUND ON OUR WEBSITE WILL BE ACCEPTED. CV’S, RESUMES, CERTIFICATES SENT WITH THE APPLICATION FORM WILL NOT BE TAKEN INTO CONSIDERATION.

Additional Remarks:
An initial 12 month contract will be offered and contract extensions may be possible. Because of the dynamic environment, RS posts are under regular review and therefore post details and responsibilities, including contract duration and contractual grade may change during the advertising and contractual period.

If interested, please apply in accordance with the General Information for applicants provided through the following link:

http://www.rs.nato.int/images/stories/File/general_information_for_applicants.pdf

Functional Area

General

Countries

Submission Email

local.vacancies@hq.isaf.nato.int

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