Director of Programs
An international non-governmental organization (INGO) administering relief and development programs worldwide is seeking applications for a program in the KP & FATA regions. The program aims to provide equitable and transparent support to civilian victims of conflict related violence in KP province and FATA. Positions based in Peshawar might require regional travel of up to 30%. Fluent spoken and written English is required for all positions except the cleaner. Applications are invited from interested and experienced applicants for the following position :
Program Summary:
The Community Victims Support Program (CVSP) is a three-year humanitarian assistance project funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) in Pakistan and implemented by International Relief and Development (IRD). CVSP is designed to provide support for Pakistani victims of conflict: individuals, families, and communities suffering losses from military and insurgent operations. CVSP operates in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA).
Objects:
CVSP aims to achieve the following:
Results:
CVSP offers a range of programs for conflict victims, such as short-term relief, small business support, and vocational training. CVSP aims to provide social and medical services and economic recovery assistance to 4,500-9,000 direct victims of conflict and their family members. The program will organize vocational training for 4,500 and basic business training for 800 individuals. It will also start or rehabilitate 800 businesses owned by conflict victims, and facilitate 1,000 educational scholarships for its beneficiaries.
Position Summary:
The Director of Programs develops and coordinates program activities of CVSP, providing technical support to activities in regions and districts. The Director of Programs also coordinates with the Government of Pakistan on all levels, and provides technical guidance to program and communications staff based in Islamabad
Essential Job Functions:
Ensure responsibility for the planning and implementation activities of all technical components;Coordinate activities of program staff and partner organizations in implementing the program;Ensure information flow within the country team and the program offices;Participate in capacity building of stakeholders, internal and external partners and beneficiary communities of the program;Prioritize CVSP activities to meet requirements as determined by USAID;Coordinate with GoP on the program and the implementation activities;Support regional offices directly in implementing the program activities;Ensure that the implementation of the program is consistent with the policies and regulations of USAID and IRD;Coordinate activities to ensure synergy of various program components;Contribute to the effective realization of strategic objectives of the program;Participate in business writing project documents for submission to authorities, partners and beneficiaries;Facilitate the development of partnerships among stakeholders, partners, and beneficiary communities;Participate in the identification of national and international expertise in capacity building of staff and program partner;Other duties as assigned by supervisor.Required Skills & Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences or related field10 years’ of progressive experience implementing community assistance programs;Demonstrate a working knowledge of project management or program;Technical experience in one or more areas of development area;Knowledge of USAID Rules and RegulationsFluency in written and spoken English;Demonstrated ability to work in teams and under pressure to achieve the deadlines set in;Knowledge of MS Office Suite;Have strong interpersonal ability and work in a multicultural environment;Excellent analytical and problem solving ability.Preferred Skills & Experience:
Master’s Degree in Social Sciences or related field;Experience managing an internationally funded community assistance program in the KP and FATA regions.Travel Requirements:Travel to regional offices and worksites; up to 50%Kindly email your CV and cover letter on or before May 25, 2012 to ingo.job.pk@gmail.com. Please mention correct job title in the subject line. No application will be entertained without cover letter.
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