Director of Codes, Certification and Environment (Funded by JICA)

About Capital Region Independent Development Authority (CRIDA)

Job Summary

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Duties & Responsibilities

Reporting Line:

The CE Director will report directly to the CEO of DCDA

Duties/Responsibilities:

Specific and key accountabilities and responsibilities are outlined as under:

General Management:

The Director of Certification, Codes and Environment (CE) is responsible for the management of CE related Departments, lead the Dehsabz and Brikab related CE activities and develop a corporate culture for the project.

Lead and cooperate with Managers of branches in their operations.

Develop policies and draft strategies for CE Departments and ensure smooth flow of operations.

Implement the strategies and translate plans into action to achieve performance goals.

Demonstrate active participation in the review and certification of the projects.

Promote a courteous environment and efficient operations by introducing new procedures as per the policies of DCDA and laws of Afghanistan.

Prepare periodic reports on the progress of projects.

Embark on new management, policy, analytical task as assigned by the CEO pertaining to the CE Division.

To liaise closely with other departments, where necessary to ensure efficient and effective management of all CE Division activities

Cooperate with other divisions to ensure transfer of information and projects implementation.

Coordinate activities of DCDA with NEPA and other relevant organizations of the government.

Develop division related projects budgets and ToRs.

Project Management:

Lead the development of strategic and technical plans for the CE departments with strong participation from the team.

Oversee certification, performance monitoring and evaluation to ensure that program reporting and monitoring meets DCDA needs and expectations.

Plan for Human Resources requirements to meet its objectives of the Organizational Chart.

Ensure oversight and staffing of projects, monitoring and attending to technical, quality and financial performance considerations.

Work with team to filter to-priority issues and consolidate project information for weekly technical meetings.

Make periodic visits to the field to review technical and operational progress.

Liaise with other departments to ensure proper certification and monitoring and evaluation.

Leadership:

Provide strategic directions to the CE Division by developing strategic plans, operational plans and prioritizing activities.

Leads his division team towards the achievement of DCDA’s goals.

Provide capacity development to the technical and administrative staff under his supervision.

Motivate the departments for better planning and efficient implementation.

Reporting:

Respond to all operational and other management reporting requirements of CE Division in accordance with internal policies of DCDA.

Preparation of the reports over the progress of the projects of CE Division

Reporting about the performance of her/his team.

Donors Relations/Coordination:

Maintain a steady flow of information with donors and Co-financiers on operational related matters together with FI division of DCDA.

The Director of CE Division will liaise with cooperating partners and will present the DCDA in relevant donor forums.

Respond to ad-hoc information requests from external parties, as may be necessary.

Build lasting and viable relationships with key donors in harmony with the Finance division of DCDA.

Organizational culture is maintained and developed, including its values, the reputation in the market while taking into account the various stakeholders.

Staff and Resource Management:

Bringing staff and resources together to achieve the DCDA goals.

Help each team member reach personal development plans.

Ensure optimal use of both human and financial resources of DCDA.

Business Development:

Struggle for business development by showing hi/her excellence in all the areas of his/her duties and responsibilities.

Build and maintain excellent relations with central and local government, private sector and community groups, as appropriate, in order to secure a high level of support for Dehsabz among relevant groups and individuals.

Actively seek and secure increased financial resources for the implementation and ongoing project development.

Work for the development of DCDA’s plan projects by coordinating with potential donors.

Job Requirements

MSc. in Civil Engineering or MA in Architecture or in Urban Planning. Higher degree in relevant field as an advantage.


Skills Required:

Professionalism in all aspects of work and life

Well-developed planning, organizational development and business skills.

Ability to think clearly and logically.

Skills in planning, problem identification and solution.

Demonstrated leadership ability: capacity to recruit, lead and marshal the talents of a competent and marshal resources and execute projects to completion.

Exceptional interpersonal skills.

Ability to meet deadlines, ability to allocate and review priorities.

High degree of flexibility in work and personal life.

Demonstrated ability to communicate with persons of various cultures and disciplines.

Excellent oral and written communication skills of English, Dari/Pashto are strongly desired.

Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with professional contacts, resources and/or networks and deal with people with sensitivity, tact, discretion and professionalism

Adept at using a range of computer hardware and software, preferably AutoCAD

A desire to build the skills of, and motivate a team.

Experience:

At least 5 years of experience is preferred including a management/leadership background and in addition:

Experience in construction regulation, environmental engineering and municipal services

Experience in the Urban Development will be highly preferable.

Demonstrated experience in the development of business plans and the operational strategies for commercial opportunities.

Demonstrated experience in the management and development of the organization and staff under his/her supervision.

Proven experience in the design and production of management and teams for the achievement of organizational goals.

Demonstrated experience in the management and supervision of staff.

Submission Guideline

To apply for the above position, please email your application, together with a CV before 8th May 2014, to

Administrative Manager
Dehsabz City Development Authority (DCDA)
House #4, Street #6, 10th Precinct
Qala-e- Fathullah Khan
Kabul, Islamic Republic of Afghanistan
Email: jobs@dcda.gov.af

DCDA will not be able to respond to inquiries about application status and will only contact short-listed candidates.

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