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District Resource Development Officer (Qarabagh-Ghazni)

AECOM/SIKA-East, Multi Location

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Bachelor's Degree
Multi Location ()
Full Time
1580

About AECOM/SIKA-East

Job Summary

SIKA-East Intermediate Results (IR) 2 – Provincial and District Entities understand what organizations and provincial line departments work in their geographic areas, what kind of services they provide, and how to access those services.
The District Support Unit (DSU) team leader will be based in Qarabagh of Ghazni province with frequent travel to the province and villages within the district. He will be primarily responsible for facilitating SIKA East program in the focused district and (possibly other districts) within the province. The District Team Leader main focus will be on Promotion of Stability and will assist the District Rural Rehabilitation Department (RRD) representative and district entities in program planning, project design, implementation and monitoring of projects. He will also build and maintain close working relationship with relevant District Entities, such as RRD, District Development Assembly (DDA), Community Development Council (CDCs), District Government Offices, etc., and act as the main SIKA East point of contact for district level interventions.
The District Team Leader will receive an annual Training and Enrichment Plan (TEP) with quarterly assessments of assistance and progress from his/her supervisor outlining the types of capacity building and mentoring the employee will receive from the supervisor during the year. The TEP is to be given to the employee for his/her review, allowing for collaborative revisions based on the employee’s personal professional goals, in line with the overarching programmatic goals.

The District Team Leader will undertake a wide range of IR2 tasks, including but not limited to those stipulated below

Duties & Responsibilities


Manage the district team in close consultation and coordination with Provincial Management Unit (PMU) head and the different IRs/Sections.

Help facilitate SIKA East entry into the target district.

Maintain constructive relationships with relevant District Entities and the community.

Work closely with the DSU team based in the district and coordinate with stability officers and organize and
Facilitate stabilization work sessions for District Entities based on the District Stability Framework (DSF) methodology to assist them in identifying root causes of instability in their area and plan solutions and activities to address them

Work closely and coordinate all SIKA East activities with relevant RRD officials

Mentor DSU staff, RRD officials, and other District Entities as necessary in stabilization methodology

Coordinate, as necessary, with GIRoA officials;

Mentor/Guide District Entities (Des) in project selection and/or review projects and rationale for stability impact;

Act as focal point for IR2 in the province and ensure implementation of all IR2 work plan activities

Undertake any other task delegated by the Program Support Unit Director and IR2 Director.

Common Duties:

Uphold the mission, values, and spirit of SIKA-East in coordinating the program and in interacting with all community members.

Follow and enforce all SIKA-East codes of conduct, including but not limited to the Sexual Abuse and Exploitation Code of Conduct and Drug and Alcohol Policy. Report any violations to appropriate SIKA-East authority, and participate in preventative initiatives.

Follow and enforce all SIKA organizational policies, procedures, and guidelines including but not limited to personnel, security, communications, finance, procurement, and logistics. Report any violations to appropriate SIKA authority.

Actively seek opportunities that will complement ability to fulfill position’s responsibilities as well as further professional development, such as taking part in internal and external trainings and participating on relevant advisory boards.

Perform other duties as requested by supervisor.

Job Requirements


University degree in Public Administration or social sciences (relevant experience and/or another university degree may substitute for the degrees mentioned).

Minimum of 3 years experience working in the related field

To be resident of (Ghazni Province) and be able to travel within the province and its districts

Professional experience working in a similar, resource development related position for an NGO or an international organization is preferred. USAID-funded project experience is preferable but not required.

Must be capable of working both individually and as part of a team to undertake tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Must be flexible, willing to perform other duties and work irregular hours.

Ability to communicate effectively, and be organized and articulate.

Excellent interpersonal skills, including patience, diplomacy, willingness to listen and respect for colleagues.

Excellent language proficiency in spoken and written Dari, Pashto, and English.

Strong computer skills, particularly with Microsoft Office and the Internet

Good knowledge of working with Community Development Councils (CDC), District Development Assemblies (DDAs) and other district entities

Good knowledge of reporting and record keeping and strong writing skills

Candidates should be self-disciplined and motivated critical thinkers who are willing to work under pressure to meet deadlines


Minimum of 3 years experience working in the related field

Submission Guideline

Please submit your resume along with cover letter to mobeen.ahmadzai@sikaeast.com no later than the closing date. Please indicate the position & Vacancy Number in the subject line.

Note: Only those applicants meeting the above-mentioned requirements will be contacted for an interview.

Functional Area

Programme

Countries

Post Date

Apr 14, 2013

Closing Date

Apr 28, 2013

Reference

AECOM/SIKA-East-330

Number of Vacancies

1

Salary Range

Salary is negotiable

Years of Experience

3 years

Probation Period

3 month

Contract Type

Permanent

Contract Duration

Not Specified

Contract Extensible

false

Minimum Education

Bachelor's Degree

Gender

Male