Political Project Officer (Regional Diplomacy and Afghanistan Pakistan Cooperation Process)

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Job Summary

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Duties & Responsibilities

Under the direction of the First Secretary and Deputy
Program Manager (Political, Economic, and Regional
Affairs), plans APCP Working Group meetings (in particular
logistics, travel and communications), undertakes follow-
up on APCP commitments, particularly with Afghan
government departments, assists in project development of
APCP projects, supports the monitoring and evaluation of
APCP projects, and undertakes other duties as required.

Job Requirements

Essential Qualifications

Applicants must clearly demonstrate on their application that they meet all the essential criteria for the position(s) for which they are applying. Failure to do so may result in the rejection of your application

EDUCATION:
➢ University degree from a recognized university with a major in a discipline related to the job requirements (e.g. international development, education, human rights, political science) or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience
EXPERIENCE:

➢ Experience liaising with Government of Afghanistan ministries/agencies and development organizations such as multilateral organizations, bilateral donors, and/or non-governmental organizations

➢ Experience working in a professional, international setting

KNOWLEDGE:
➢ Knowledge of Canada’s priorities in Afghanistan
➢ Knowledge of Afghan government structures, governance issues/impacts and institutions, as well as the international community’s presence and activities in Afghanistan

ABILITIES:
➢ Ability to communicate well orally and in writing
➢ Ability to conduct independent research
➢ Ability to prepare formal written correspondence and summary reports
➢ Ability to build and maintain professional relations with a wide range of stakeholders including Afghan government officials, non-governmental organizations, and international organizations
➢ Ability to translate documents and articles and to interpret as needed
➢ Ability to work independently and to take initiative and be proactive
➢ Ability to co-ordinate conflicting priorities
➢ Ability to use PCs (e.g. windows XP, Office Suites, Outlook, spreadsheets)

PERSONAL SUITABILITIES:
➢ Effective interpersonal skills
➢ Effective team work skills
➢ Judgment
➢ Adaptability and flexibility
➢ Tact
➢ Integrity

LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY: English and Dari.
ASSET QUALIFICATIONS:

Ability to speak French and/or Pashto
Experience managing/monitoring projects
Experience writing analytical reports
Knowledge of international context of Afghanistan-Pakistan relations and regional dynamics
Work experience with a bilateral or multilateral donor
SELECTION PROCEDURE:
The staffing process will consist of a review of all applications to ensure that applicants meet the essential requirements. PLEASE NOTE THAT FAILURE TO MEET ALL OF THE ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS ELIMINATES CANDIDATES FROM FURTHER CONSIDERATION IN THE COMPETITION. Only those applicants who meet these will be contacted by the Human Resources Section for an interview or other form of assessment of the Rated Requirements.
The assessment can include an interview, a written test and other tests that will consist of a series of questions designed to evaluate each applicant's knowledge, abilities and personal suitability for the position.
An eligibility list of qualified candidates may be established for this position, and for similar positions at the Embassy of Canada in Afghanistan.
The Embassy offers a competitive salary, generous leave and a strong benefits package which includes a medical/dental plan and a pension plan
The Embassy is committed to conducting inclusive, barrier-free selection processes

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS:

The Canadian Embassy wishes to establish and maintain a representative workforce. Qualified candidates who self-identify as persons with disabilities may be given preference

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Travel and overtime as required

CONDITION OF EMPLOYEMNT:

Enhanced reliability clearance.
Must maintain a valid driver’s license throughout employment period.
Must have a valid work authorization covering the employment period

Submission Guideline

Applicants should send a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) and a resume (maximum 5 pages) outlining how they meet all the essential requirements. Cover letters should clearly indicate the name of the position and the position number they wish to be considered for. PLEASE NOTE THAT FAILURE TO MEET ALL OF THE ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS ELIMINATES CANDIDATES FROM FURTHER CONSIDERATION IN THE COMPETITION.

Applications must be received by 4:00 PM on Thursday, September 8, 2011

Applications should be sent to: kabul.hr@international.gc.ca
Human Resource Office
Embassy of Canada
Street 15, House 256, Wazir Akbar Khan
Kabul Afghanistan

1) A candidate may be appointed to the position even though he/she does not meet the asset qualifications, the operational requirement and the organizational need, but meeting them is desirable and may be a factor in choosing the person who will be appointed.

2) Candidates must provide 3 references.

3) Anticipated number of positions that may be staffed with this advertised process: 1

4) Intent / Result of this process: A pool of qualified candidates will be created.

5) CANDIDATES WHO ARE INTERESTED IN THIS OPPORTUNITY MUST CLEARY IDENTIFY ON THEIR APPLICATION WHICH POSITION(S) THEY ARE APPLYING FOR.

6) Some positions may be staffed as indeterminate and some on term contracts. A FULLY ASSESSED POOL OF CANDIDATES MAY BE ESTABLISHED AND USED TO STAFF SIMILAR POSITIONS.

7) The Embassy of Canada is committed to building a diverse workforce. It promotes employment equity and encourages women, Aboriginal persons, persons with a disability and members of visible minority groups to apply.

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