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Program Manager

Date Posted: May 19, 2024
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Job Detail

  • Location:
    kabul
  • Company:
  • Type:
    Contract
  • Shift:
    Rotating Days
  • Career Level:
    Entry Level Staff
  • Positions:
    1
  • Vacancy number:
    VDO-0028-2024
  • Experience:
    5 Year
  • Gender:
    Any
  • Salary:
    As per company salary scale Af
  • Degree:
    Masters
  • Apply Before:
    May 20, 2024

About Vision Development Organization

VDO is an independent, non-profit, non-political and non-governmental organization established in January 07, 2015. The organization is composed with a strong and committed team to respond to the needs of Afghanistan. VDO’s special concentration on project implementation is impact- centered approach and VDO ‘s team is committed to work for the welfare and progress of society and the vulnerable people. VDO ‘s efforts focus on changing mentalities and attitudes about women’s participation and contribution in the society. Not only, it also focuses on economic development, advocacy, research and girl’s education.

Job Description

  • Develop and implement comprehensive project plans, timelines, and strategies for economic development programs, aligning activities with organizational goals and donor requirements.
  • Ensure effective execution of economic development projects, overseeing project implementation, budget management, and resource allocation.
  • Foster partnerships and collaborations with government agencies, local authorities, community organizations, and private sector stakeholders to support economic development initiatives.
  • Engage with stakeholders to identify needs, priorities, and opportunities for economic empowerment and livelihood enhancement within target communities.
  • Contribute to the design and development of economic development programs, incorporating best practices, innovative approaches, and lessons learned to maximize impact and sustainability.
  • Provide technical guidance and support to program teams in the implementation of economic development activities, ensuring adherence to project objectives and quality standards.
  • Develop and implement monitoring and evaluation frameworks for economic development programs, establishing key performance indicators (KPIs), data collection tools, and reporting mechanisms.
  • Conduct regular programmatic reviews, evaluations, and assessments to track progress, measure impact, and identify opportunities for program improvement and adaptation.
  • Ensure timely and accurate reporting to donors, stakeholders, and internal teams for economic development programs, preparing narrative reports, financial reports, and other documentation as required.
  • Document program achievements, success stories, and lessons learned to inform organizational learning and knowledge sharing.
  • Advocate for policies and initiatives that promote economic development, livelihood enhancement, and entrepreneurship opportunities for vulnerable and marginalized populations.
  • Participate in relevant forums, networks, and working groups to exchange knowledge, share experiences, and build partnerships for economic empowerment.

Job Requirements

Qualification:

  • Master's degree in economics, business administration, or a related field with management specialization is required. PMP certification is also a plus point
  • At least 5-7 years of progressively responsible experience in designing, managing, and implementing economic development programs, preferably in a humanitarian or development context.
  • Demonstrated experience in project management, including planning, budgeting, monitoring, and evaluation, with a track record of successful project implementation and delivery.
  • Strong technical expertise in economic development, livelihood enhancement, entrepreneurship, microfinance, value chain development, and/or market systems development.

Commitment and dedication:

  • Knowledge, understanding and commitment to organizational policies
  • Willingness to travel to provinces when planed by the management
  • Willingness to work outside official hours

Language Proficiency:

  • Fluency in both national language (Dari & Pashto) oral and written
  • Fluency in English is a must both oral and written

Submission Guideline:

Interested and qualified Afghan Candidates with the required qualifications and experience should submit their CVs to: careers@vdongo.org

In the e-mail subject line, please put job title & vacancy number of the position you are applying for, otherwise your applications will not be screened.

CVs will not be accepted or considered after the closing date. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for the written test/interview.

 Do not submit academic certificates with the application. These can be requested if the candidate is selected.

Submission Email:

careers@vdongo.org

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