View Vacancy - CSSF Support to Peace Programme Manager - C4
Main purpose of job:
Manage the British Embassy Kabul’s Support to Peace programme in Afghanistan as Programme Manager, in line with UK government rules and guidance, and coordinate the design of a new programme to start in 2020.
Contribute to the UK Government’s policy and approach to supporting a peace process in Afghanistan, and represent the Embassy in peace projects coordination meetings and events.
Roles and responsibilities:
The British Embassy Kabul is delivering a programme to support the Afghan Government’s peace objectives. This is funded by the Conflict, Security and Stability Fund (CSSF) and managed by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO). This position will play a key role in designing a new peace programme to start in April 2020 in line with the UK Government strategy for Afghanistan.
Specific responsibilities include:
1. Lead on the successful delivery of the British Embassy Kabul’s Support to Peace Programme; ensuring projects achieve planned milestones and targets, and demonstrate good Value for Money (VfM).
2. Meet potential project partners and recommend projects that met the programme’s objectives.
3. Lead quarterly and annual reviews for the programme, identify lesson learnt, and implement recommendations to improve future delivery. Ensure final project reviews are completed within three months of project closure.
4. Coordinate the design of a new CSSF Support to the Peace Process programme to start in April 2020, in line with the UK Government’s strategy for Afghanistan. Draft the business case for the programme, incorporating inputs from technical advisors and colleagues across London and Kabul.
5. Take responsibility for financial and risk management of all projects to ensure all UK funds are implemented as planned by partners, with any poor performance or allegations of corruption or fraud immediately escalated in the Embassy.
6. Support implementing partners to understand Embassy objectives and requirements, and meet targets as planned.
7. Represent the British Embassy Kabul as required at external events including donor coordination meetings, and clearly communicate the Embassy’s approach to supporting a peace process in Afghanistan.
8. Engage with the Afghan Government, Ministry of Peace and international community to increase collaboration and coherence of efforts to support peace.
9. Work collaboratively with Embassy colleagues to ensure that the programme contributes to broader UK Government objectives.
Language requirements:
Language: English
Level of language required: Proficient
Essential on arrival:
1. A minimum of three years working in an Embassy, NGO, UN agency, business or related environment in Afghanistan, in a project management role or with project management experience.
2. A degree level qualification.
3. Able to work independently, to apply initiative, to problem solve and work under pressure to meet multiple and changing priorities, deadlines and objectives.
4. A confident communicator able to deal with senior government officials, VIPs and high level contacts.
5. An excellent team player, with interpersonal skills, and the ability to take the wider perspective.
6. To be proactive and work on their own initiative whenever required
7. Excellent communication and oral and written English skills
8. Computer literacy in all Microsoft packages, especially Excel, and accurate typing skills.
Desirable:
1. Experience or knowledge of peace processes.
2. Experience on incorporating gender equality into programming.
SALARY PACKAGE:
The Local Staff Terms & Conditions for staff working in the British embassy will apply.
For external candidates, Gross salary will be $ 3,442.69 per month with $100 transport and $125 medical allowances.
We also offer a competitive package including a yearly performance-related bonus scheme, an annual leave entitlement of 25 days per year, a multicultural environment and learning and development opportunities.
The British Embassy actively promotes a diverse workforce. Women who hold the right skills and experience are encouraged to apply for positions at the British Embassy. The British Embassy is proud to support women in the workplace and we have introduced a number of family-friendly policies to allow women the opportunity to apply in our progressive and supportive environment. These include a ladies transport provision (with pick up/drop off points around the city) and flexible working conditions. The British Embassy’s active Women’s Association meets regularly to discuss wide-ranging subjects and the Local Staff Association ensures all Afghan staff has a voice.
TO APPLY
Please note applications without (a), (b) and (c) will not be considered.
(a) Completed Online Job Application Form
(b) Attach a detailed CV
(c) Complete the Motivation Segment and Competency based question in the Online Application Form
Internal candidates applying for this position need to upload their appraisal forms for the previous 2 years (if applicable) and also inform their current line managers. Else the application will not be considered.
We will accept only online applications by 08th November 2019 midnight.
Please Note:
- Applicants who do not have the required qualification & experience should kindly abstain from applying, as their applications will not be considered.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and no telephone enquires will be dealt with.
- The appointment will be subject to Police Verification and other checks including references, educational and professional.
We welcome all applications irrespective of age, race, colour, gender, disability, sexual orientation, religion, belief or creed. We are also open to applications from people who want to work flexibly.
PLEASE NOTE: JOB OFFERS FROM THE UK GOVERNMENT
The UK Government, including the Department for International Trade, does not send unsolicited emails with job offers - either direct or through agents. Government vacancies are advertised on official websites in the UK: www.careers-civilservice.gov.uk or in Afghanistan: www.acbar.org and the British Embassy’s website.
All British Embassy vacancies are filled through a competitive process managed by our Human Resources Section. You will never be approached directly by the Ambassador with an offer of a job.
Some job scams falsely use the names and job titles of genuine Embassy staff. A genuine email from an official member of staff will always be sent from our official email address - @fco.gov.uk. It will never be sent from a hotmail or yahoo type email account.
This opportunity is closed to applications.
