(AFG) Management and Programme Liaison Officer (MPLO)
Position Title Management and Programme Liaison Officer (MPLO)
Location Afghanistan
Agency Aga Khan Foundation
Sector Social Development
About the Agency
The Aga Khan Foundation (AKF), at http://www.akdn.org/akf alongside its sister Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) agencies, has implemented innovative, community-driven solutions to development challenges for more than 45 years. It focusses on a small number of specific development problems by forming intellectual and financial partnerships with organisations sharing its objectives. With a small staff, a host of cooperating agencies and thousands of volunteers, the Foundation reaches out to vulnerable populations on four continents, irrespective of their race, religion, political persuasion or gender. More information…. at http://www.akdn.org/akf
The position
Objective:
The MPLO is primarily responsible for helping to ensure progress against the approved AKDN Country Policy and to support the AKDN Diplomatic Representative to represent the AKDN to the international community. The MPLO will contribute to dialogue on the strategic direction of the AKDN Diplomatic Office in close collaboration with the AKDN Diplomatic Representative. The MPLO will play a variety of roles in this regard, including, for example, catalyst, facilitator, reviewer, and reporter as well as engage in key donor and Government meetings. The MPLO will aim to advance the AKDN programme agenda by working with AKDN agencies, helping to mobilize the Network’s human and organizational resources, identifying and helping to realize potential synergies between AKDN agencies, and engendering a collegiate and collaborative approach amongst all the AKDN agencies.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
Contribute to AKDN agency or sector strategies for the country where they are based, when requested to do so by the AKDN Representative. Facilitate inter-agency coordination for joint AKDN activities e.g. development of MIAD strategies. Likewise, facilitate coordination between the National Council and AKDN. Prepare concept papers/background information on areas of new opportunity or interest to AKDN.
Monitor and track the activities of the various AKDN agencies including construction projects against the approved country policy (and subsequently approved additions to/modifications thereof). Prepare comprehensive reports for the AKDN Committee on AKDN Programmes in the country where they are based at least twice a year, and with greater frequency if requested.
Monitor AKDN agency issues that require addressing with Government authorities. Monitor and raise agency and provincial-level issues or gaps with the AKDN diplomatic representative.
Monitor, report and respond to key policy developments (with donors and the Government), in the country that have an impact on AKDN activities. Facilitate AKDN agency inputs into Government policy dialogue. Monitor and report on political developments.
Develop profiles of other national and international development agencies active in Afghanistan and participate when required with the AKDN Representative in meetings and/or functions for the diplomatic community, with a view of enhancing diplomatic and programmatic relations of the AKDN. Conduct background research and prepare briefing materials and talking points for diplomatic or other meetings and/or events and conduct research to support the advancement of programmatic activities in Afghanistan.
Represent AKDN interests and policy recommendations to donors and Government authorities and respond to requests for information from the same.
In close coordination with AKDN agency staff at headquarters and in the country in which they are based, as well as with the AKDN Resident Representative, engender effective, strong, and positive relations with donors at the country level.
At the request of the AKDN Committee, undertake evaluations of AKDN programmes, projects, or activities in the country where they are based.
Track and report on the profile of AKDN’s human resources in country, including professional/volunteer staff, expatriates and nationals, within the framework of AKDN’s human resource policy for the country where they are based.
When requested to do so by the AKDN Committee, assist headquarters’ Legal Department in the incorporation of AKDN agencies and resolution of other legal issues that impact the AKDN in the country where they are based.
Facilitate the preparation of country specific AKDN communication material.
The requirements
A keen appreciation of the objectives and ethical underpinnings of the AKDN.
A strong interest in the developing world and an ability to learn quickly about a broad range of development issues in which AKDN is involved.
Excellent communication skills and an outstanding ability to articulate issues both written and orally.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Experience in working in a multicultural environment.
An advanced degree preferably at the Master’s Level: this might be in, public policy, management, international relations, political science, law or the social sciences.
At least five to seven years of experience of related experience in legal practice, public relations, development, international relations, journalism or a communications position preferably with some work experience in an international context.
Self-starter and willing to put in the time that is required.
Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Ability to critically analyze and provide constructive recommendations.
Good team player with the ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with colleagues.
Fluency in English required with knowledge of Farsi (Dari) language particular a plus.
Discretion and ability to handle confidential information is essential.
Salary Salary and package to attract the best candidate
Removal Date 11-Jun-2016
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