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Job Description:

Recruiting Technical Sales Manager for a leading organization in Karachi.

Candidates with experience with UPS and Batteries and have a technical graduate degree are encourage to apply.

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Project Description

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is a development partner to the Government of Sindh and is currently supporting the Department of Education and Literacy with implementation of the Sindh Basic Education program (SBEP) in Districts Sukkur, Khairpur, Larkana, Qambar-Shahdadkot, Jacobabad, Kashmore, Dadu and selected towns of Karachi city. The overarching goal of SBEP is to increase and sustain student enrollment in primary, middle and secondary schools in targeted geographical locations in Sindh. The Sindh Reading program (SRP) is a five-year initiative in the same geographic areas of the parent SBEP. SRP will support the SBEP goal based on lessons learned from USAID and the Government of Sindh’s legacy of early grade teaching and learning.

 Over the life of the program, SRP aims to improve:

About Chemonics International:

On January 6, 2014, Chemonics International and its institutional development partners School-to-School International, Health and Nutrition Development Society, Indus Resource Centre, and Souktel Inc., were awarded a contract by USAID to implement the Sindh Reading Program to achieve the aims above.

Chemonics is an international development company that partners with local and international organizations to promote social and economic change around the world. From our founding in 1975, we have worked in more than 150 countries to help our clients, partners, and beneficiaries face difficult challenges, from political instability to poor education performance, to a lack of market infrastructure. We have helped them overcome those challenges by working together to find and implement innovative programs that achieve development impact.

We are entirely employee-owned, giving us both the freedom and the responsibility to pursue our mission with single-minded focus. Holding ourselves to the highest quality standards, we are also committed to living our values of caring, excellence, innovation, integrity, and opportunity to implement efficient and effective programs that build a better future for those we serve.

At Chemonics, we believe our mission of helping people live healthier, more productive, and more independent lives is driven by our commitment to service to our mission, to our beneficiaries, to our clients, and to our staff.

Position Objective:

The Monitoring and Evaluation Manager will be responsible for implementing and coordinating the program's M&E system.  He/she will work with technical staff to develop performance monitoring indicators and implement databases and spreadsheets for M&E data collection. He/she will train staff and selected partners on M&E system operations, and collate databases from technical staff and partners to update the system and perform analyses. The M&E manager will be responsible for the performance monitoring plan. He/she will also supervise third party impact assessments, lessons learned, and successes during USAID SRP program implementation. Specific responsibilities include:

Qualifications

The position requires an individual with:

Application Instructions:

Please email a CV, letter of interest, and names and contact information for three professional references to ChemonicsSRP@gmail.com no later than December 31, 2014. Please write “Monitoring and Evaluation Manager” in the subject line.

Chemonics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors.

Job Description:

- Male
- Over 5 year Experience
- Have Diploma

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Location: Karachi,Lahore and Islamabad

Job Description:

Assistant Manager Sales Freight

Candidates are required for the post of Deputy Manager Sales and Assistant Manager Sales with having 3 – 5 years relevant experience of Freight (preferably Ocean Freight)

Education: BBA/MBA marketing.

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Job Description:

Senior Manager required to support private company, including management of a number of USAID projects.

Qualifications:

- Must be fluent in written and spoken English.
- Must have USAID experience of at least 5 years.
- Finance background and qualifications are desirable.
- Must have good understanding and knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).

Role and responsibilities:

- Project manager will be responsible for all aspects of a number of USAID projects.
- Responsible for liaising with operational staff and tracking all details of operational details of projects.
- Responsible for managing financial aspects of projects including planning, monitoring budgets, invoicing and all other financial issues.
- Acting as contracts manager and monitoring operational aspects are in compliance with contractual obligations.
- All other ad hoc duties in respect of various projects.
- Monitoring all legal aspects of projects.

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General Background and Position Description:

The IT Projects Lead (IPL) will work with project teams at MEPCO and/or PESCO to monitor IT projects and manage vendors’ performance. He will have hands-on architect experience cross-domain, cross-functional and cross industry.

The IPL will have hands-on experience in multiple industries, hardware platforms and architectures including high-end servers, distributed platforms and desktops. He must also possess skill and understanding of a variety of operating system specifically Microsoft windows and Linux.

The SA will report to the Senior IT infrastructure Expert and work very closely with IT teams deployed at the DISCOs and the vendors’ staff to ensure on time proper implementation of IT projects contracted out to the various vendors.

The candidate will have a broad technical knowledge, covering application, infrastructure and operations architecture. 

Job Description:

i.   Provides expertise to identify project implementation bottle necks and provide guidance.

ii.  Interface and coordinate tasks with internal and external stake holders.

iii. Collaborates with project teams to provide heads up on delays and escalates to the relevant quarters.

iv. Develop Gantt charts and keep them updates.

The ITP shall be self-motivated and capable of determining priorities to satisfy the USIAD PDP team, in consultation with the appropriate stakeholders.

The candidate shall hold appropriate qualifications and experience or equivalents, as follows:

i.  B.Sc. or M.Sc. degree or equivalent in IT domain.

ii. Project Management Professional Certification.

iii.Minimum five (5) years experience Managing IT Projects.

Note: Project end date is until Sept, 2015

Job Description:

Urgently an energetic candidate require for Multinational FMCG with 3-4 years of experience from cosmetic and homecare products.

Education: BBA / MBA Marketing.

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Position Title: Sub-Office Finance Manager
Department: Finance (Operations)
Location CRS Sub office Quetta, Pakistan
Reports To: Head of Office; with a dotted line to CPFM
Band: TBD
Supervises: Finance Officer, Partner Finance Officer

ABOUT CRS: Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. Out Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. We welcome as a part of our staff and as partners people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need.

BACKGROUND: CRS Pakistan is currently working in the following sectors: education, drought mitigation, WASH, livelihoods, and protection sectors. Alongside this, CRS continues to work in the areas of emergency response and disaster preparedness & mitigation. CRS main office is located in Islamabad with sub-offices in Sukkur- Sindh Province, Besham- KPK Province and Quetta- Balochistan Province.
Job Summary: The Finance Manager (FM) is responsible for managing the day-to-day financial activities at respective Sub-office. S/he is responsible for ensuring the robustness of the CP’s financial management systems and processes. S/he is in charge of financial reporting, financial grant management and compliance, communication, capacity building of finance staff as well as capacity strengthening of sub-recipients in the area of financial management. The Finance Manager designs, improves and maintains effective financial systems and processes. In line with CRS’ strategic priority to reinforce an organizational culture of high performance and accountability, s/he works with CP management to ensure that the country program maintains a high level of resource stewardship and strict financial accountability. S/he manages the day to day financial activities of Quetta Sub-Office.

Functional Responsibilities

Financial Management and Analysis
1. Ensure that the respective sub-offices financial accounting environment is in compliance with CRS’ policies and procedures, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), donors’ rules and regulations and legal requirements.

2. Oversee the development and implementation of robust local financial systems and processes (e.g., payroll and cash management) as appropriate.

3. Proactively develop financial forecast analysis to assist in areas such as management of currency risk and cost allocation rates.
4. Lead the process of analysis and interpretation of financial reports to ensure that accurate financial data is provided to budget managers to inform decision making.
5. Ensure financial records and transactions are adequately supported as per CRS’ Documentation Policy and Document Retention Policy with due consideration of local laws and donors’ documentation requirements.

Planning & Budget Administration
1. Support Program Managers in developing budgets for new programs/projects and revisions of existing projects. Ensure that reasonable estimates of direct cost and shared direct cost are used in budgets, based on historical data and current market conditions. In addition, s/he ensures that accurate indirect cost and support services rates are used in accordance with policies and guidelines.
2. In collaboration with Head of Office and Program Managers review budget comparison reports to provide analyses and action plans that address significant variances between approved budgets and actual expenses.
3. Facilitate timely submission of Annual Program Plan and Quarterly Current Year Spending Plans via effective coordination with Budget Managers and CP Finance for maintenance and management of e-Budget.

Sub-recipients’ financial management and Capacity Building
1. Oversee Build and strengthen the capacity of sub-recipients in the area of financial management. Plan and organize regular trainings and other capacity building initiatives such as exchange visits to ensure that subrecipients acquire and maintain the skills required to manage financial resources provided by CRS and other donors.
2. Assess and regularly monitor sub-recipients’ ability to safeguard financial resources entrusted to them. In addition, assess and monitor their ability to accurately record and post all financial transactions. Work closely with subrecipients to ensure that they design and implement effective internal control improvement plans.
3. Ensure donors’ requirements are included in sub-recipients’ agreements, and systems are in place to promote compliance.
4. Maintain good working relationships with sub-recipients based on mutual respect and effective communication and work with Grants and Compliance Officers to ensure coordinated and consistent partners strengthening efforts.
5. Ensure sub-recipient advances and liquidations are managed in accordance with the Sub-recipient Financial Management Policy and the terms of the related sub-recipient agreements.

Reporting
1. Oversee the month-end financial closure process and coordinate the timely submission of monthly financial reports to the CPFM.
2. Oversee the performance of all required functions of templates used for Sun System, report writing, daily transaction recording and production of periodical reports, reporting and keeping backup of data on regular basis.
3. Provide support in monthly and/or yearly closing of accounts, pre audit checking, presentation of various schedules/statements, accurate trail balance, balance sheet and other statements, as well as safe transfer of all financial records to Country Office.
4. Oversee timely and accurate financial year-end closure and coordinate the timely submission of year-end reports to the CPFM.

Taxation
1. Ensure deduction of withholding income and sales tax from the payments to vendors, income tax and from staff salaries as per tax law requirements.
2. Ensure timely deposit of all withheld taxes / tax liabilities in Government treasury per tax regulations.
3. Ensure timely submission of monthly and annual tax returns to CP Finance for e-filing as per tax law requirements.
4. Ensure timely provision of income tax deduction certificates to vendors and staff at the end of each tax year and / or whenever required.

Grant Management
5. Monitor grant agreements to ensure spending is within obligated budgets and the approved project periods; communicate with HQ/ Finance when new agreements are signed or existing agreements are modified.
6. Review and understand the financial sections of all agreements with donors to ensure financial terms are reasonable, practical, do not contradict CRS’ policies and procedures and are in CRS’ favor when possible.
7. Prepare monthly, quarterly and final financial reports for donors in accordance with donors’ regulations or as stated in agreements and CRS’ Grant Reporting Policy for submission to CPFM.
8. Lead the ongoing financial management of grants and related cost-shares through timely communication with program managers, to ensure budgets are not overspent or significantly under-spent.

Risk Management and Compliance
1. Ensure adherence to the Agency’s financial policies and procedures and compliance with all donors’ financial requirements.
2. Ensure internal control systems are in place and followed by all Finance Department staff and all other applicable CRS employees. Make certain that tools such as review checklists and process flow charts are made available to and consistently used by all appropriate staff.
3. Ensure that there is an adequate segregation of duties among cash receipt, cash disbursement, and bank reconciliation.
4. Actively engage with internal and external audit teams and ensure findings related to financial management are closed within the prescribed deadlines.
5. Promptly apprise the Senior Management Team of any known or suspected instances of fraud or of ethical violations.

Finance Personnel Management and Overall Capacity Strengthening
1. Supervise, mentor, coach finance staff. In addition, design and implement succession plans for finance staff.
2. Oversee the orientation of accounting staff and project managers in relevant financial management practices, CRS policies and procedures and donors’ financial requirements.
3. Encourage teamwork and facilitate job enrichment to involve team members in activities beyond their defined job descriptions. Ensure effective delegation of authority and staff capacity building within the Finance Department.
4. Ensure that job descriptions for Finance employees are up to date. In addition, ensure that performance and development plans are prepared each year. Complete annual performance appraisals for supervised staff. Make these documents a useful tool for employees to maintain and improve their performance.

Representation and Confidentiality
1. Attend and actively participate during management meetings at sub office.
2. Keep all documents and information related to CRS’ program activities, personnel and development plans confidential.
"The Finance Manager may be called upon as part of their roles and responsibilities to participate and/ or provide support in emergency response situations when and where required in consultation with their supervisor."

Internal Key Working Relationships:
Head of Office, Country Program Finance Manager, HoOps, Program Managers, Head of Admin & Finance, Admin / HR Manager, Procurement Officer, Administrative Officer, HR Officer, IT Officer and other Support Managers; and Internal Auditors
External Key Working Relationships:
Banking Institutions, Government Entities, Donors, Sub-recipients, Suppliers and External Auditors and Audit Firms

Requirements:
1. Strong leadership, management, and analytical skills.
2. Strong customer service orientation and effective communication skills (good listener, positive, supportive, clear, constructive, and accessible) both written and verbal.
3. Knowledge of English is required.
4. Excellent skills in Excel required. Knowledge of other application software, such as Word, Vision and Power Point highly desired.
5. Strong planning and organizational skills.
6. Ability to prepare training materials and to present training materials.
7. Ability to learn fast and adapt quickly to change.
8. Willingness to work the hours needed to meet deadlines, and work well under pressure.
9. Desire to work in a collaborative and proactive team environment, but able to work independently.

Qualifications:
1. University Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field or equivalent work experience required. A professional certification in Accounting or a related field highly desired.
2. Minimum of five years professional experience in a financial management position of responsibility, at least three of which is in a supervisory position required.
3. Budgeting and budget management experience required.
4. Proven ability to analyze reports or issues and to provide appropriate recommendations required.
5. Availability to perform work assignments out of the country required.
6. Sound knowledge of local law in the areas of taxation and local regulatory reporting obligations is required
7. Strong knowledge of effective management practices desired
8. Knowledge of the relevant public donors’ regulations will be highly desired.
Note: List of responsibilities, professional and personal skills are considered indicative and not exhaustive; actual duties may differ or change depending on office and agency priorities at the time.

Competencies for CRS Overseas Finance Managers
These competencies apply to all Overseas Finance Managers and are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of Catholic Relief Services.

Exemplifies financial stewardship and integrity

Definition: Models high standards and excellence in the appropriate use of agency funds.

a) Sets a standard of trustworthy and ethical behavior
b) Provides information in formats that can be easily understood and used by non-finance colleagues
c) Translates financial requirements for complex operating and programming environments
d) Ensures existence of, and compliance with, internal controls
e) Understands and models appropriate application of current policies, procedures, regulations and laws
f) Develops strategies to promote cost efficiency and cost control
g) Ensures accuracy of financial data

Manages people and priorities

Definition: Smoothly coordinates workflow and relations with others to handle complexity.
a) Organizes priorities on the basis of possible risks & impacts
b) Organizes work schedule to provide timely financial information needed to make timely decisions
c) Effectively manages people, relationships and situations (including appropriate delegation, constructive communications, and fair conflict management)
d) Plans and monitors priorities in close coordination with management and programming staff
e) Manages stress resulting from conflicting demands and the need to act quickly

Mitigates financial risks

Definition: Manages financial risk to the agency.
a) Understands and complies with CRS and donor policies, procedures and reporting requirements
b) Seeks a clear understanding of financial issues and champions proactive solutions in collaboration with CP leadership
c) Regularly analyzes and reconciles financial information for improved control and better decision making
d) Forecasts exposure to financial risks (from foreign exchange, growth/constriction, funding volatility, liquidity, and inflation) and recommends appropriate actions

Advocates for financial system efficiencies, improvements, and innovations

Definition: Actively strategizes for continuous improvement in agency financial systems.

a) Ensures use of appropriate financial tools and processes to increase quality and efficiency (in collaboration with HQ and Regions and other CPs)
b) Actively participates with program and management staff to strengthen finance practices
c) Provides management with the right information and tools to make informed decisions
d) Clarifies roles and functions to enhance efficiency and productivity
e) Conducts regular assessment of financial management systems and communicates the results to management with recommendations for improvement

Strengthens financial skills of CRS staff and partners

Definition: Builds other people’s capacity to support a high-quality financial management system.

a. Raises awareness among CRS staff and partners of finance skills required for quality CRS work
b. Constructively engages CRS staff and partners to assess skills, identify potential weaknesses in financial systems, and ensure that appropriate steps are taken to address gaps
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c. Ensures training (or other support) is offered to develop required financial skills
d. Builds skills and empowers subordinates to ensure that they have the appropriate skills to assume new/greater responsibilities
e. Supports CRS staff and partners to interpret financial information and identify implications for program quality and efficiency
f. Promotes cross learning among finance staff to ensure that there are no gaps when staff are away from the office

Job Description:

A well organized company looking for Assistant Manager Accounts for its sector based in Main Rashid Minhas Road, Karachi.

Candidate should be Graduate having atleast 5 years of experience.

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Job Description:

Location: Karachi,Lahore and Islamabad

Job Description:

Deputy Manager Sales Freight

Candidates are required for the post of Deputy Manager Sales and Assistant Manager Sales with having 3 – 5 years relevant experience of Freight (preferably Ocean Freight)

Education: BBA/MBA marketing.

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Description : Call Center Manager

Contact : shariqmqureshii@gmail.com

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Location: Bahadurabad

Job Description:

Office Manager Staff required for our school. The candidate must be graduate/Masters and having HR degree. Minimum 2 years of experience required with IT Knowledge

- Must having Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- The person shall be responsible for the overall preparation and Administration of HR Policies, Staff Recruitment, Evaluation, Maintaining Employees Related Information etc.

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