Church World Service - Pakistan Afghanistan Karachi Job Opportunity

An international humanitarian organization seeks the following candidate to work for the development and relief of marginalized communities in Pakistan and Afghanistan. If you are looking to work in an open, friendly, professional and stimulating environment, we are interested in you.

Position:              Enterprise Liaison Officer             

Location:             Karachi (with frequent travel to Thatta, part time)

No. of position:    1

Major Responsibilities:

• Conduct rapid market assessment
• Develop linkages of skilled artisan’s in Thatta with the Karachi market
• Explore, facilitate and mature orders for women’s artisans
• Communicate to artisan’s market demands, dynamics
• Act as a liaison between women artisan’s and buyers
• Develop record keeping logs for women’s products (e.g. costing, time needed to produce particular products, etc.)
• Facilitate women in meetings with buyers and exposure visits
• Facilitate in providing product finishing trainings at the field level
• Explore online marketing tools
• Monitoring and analyzing market trends and communicate information to women artisans
• Exploring ways of improving existing products and services, and increasing profitability
• Participate in project related meetings/trainings/workshops etc.
• Submit reports on weekly/monthly basis as per project needs

Skills Required:

• For the post of Enterprise Liaison Officer a degree from university and at least 3-4 years’ practical experience in business and enterprise development or small- to medium-scale enterprises
• Have knowledge of a wide range of marketing techniques and concepts
• Familiar with Karachi Market and has linkages with designers/outlets, market traders etc
• Be an excellent communicator
• Familiar with local tradition and culture
• Flexible, committed and dedicated.
• Good English & Urdu are essential. Sindhi is an asset.
• The Enterprise Liaison Officer must be tolerant and sensitive to needs of religious and ethnic minorities, women and the poor.
• In the absence of the supervisors, the Enterprise Liaison Officer must have the confidence, initiative, patience and integrity to work independently.
• The Enterprise Liaison Officer is required to follow Organization Accountability Framework and its commitment to the Codes of Conduct practiced by the organization. The Enterprise Liaison Officer will ensure his/her commitment to the organization mission and values and for working in accordance to his/her job expectations

Deadline for applications is April 14, 2014. Please submit your applications (cover letter and CV) to:  jobapplications.ingo@gmail.com c/o Pakistan Recruitment in the subject line.

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Indus Resource Center IRC Khairpur Jamshoro Job Opportunity

Indus Resource Center has announced following job opportunities in RH project

Sr.	Job Title	# Positions	Location	Minimum Education/ Experience
01	Asst. Project Manager (RH Project)	01	Khairpur/Jamshoro	Bachelor’s degree from a reputable university in medicine, public health or any other health sciences related subject 3 years’ management experience in health/population/development sector
02	Training Coordinator	01	Khairpur	Minimum Bachelor degree with 03 to 5 Years as a trainer or Training Coordinator Or Have managed trainings and capacity building on FP/RH, LSBE, Community Mobilization and Gender

Only candidates who fully meet the criteria would be considered. Applicants  may send a CV through email on the following ID uzair.irc@gmail.com, no later than 30th March, 2014. CV should be mailed through a proper subject line (c/o Pakistan Recruitment)

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for a written test and interview. No TA/DA will be provided.

Successful candidates can expect to be deputed immediately to IRC’s  Khairpur Office.

Postal Address:IRC Head Office: D-42/B, Block 1, K.D.A. Scheme No. 5 , Near Ziauddin Hospital, Clifton, Karachi,  Pakistan

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Training Manager Job USAID Islamabad

World Learning has an immediate vacancy for a Training Manager for the USAID-funded “Training for Pakistan Project” in Islamabad, Pakistan. The successful candidate must be able to read, write and speak in Urdu.  Please note, a resume and cover letter are required when applying to this position. The cover letter (in English) must explain why you are best qualified for this position. Qualified candidates must apply ASAP as interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis. 

 Training Manager Responsibilities: 

• S/he shall be responsible for overall training portfolio, including planning, designing, organizing, preparing or overseeing the preparation and implementation of all training interventions, including pre-departure orientations and briefings for all USAID/Pakistan participants. S/he must have thorough understanding of U.S. university systems.
• Conduct training needs assessments, plan and implement training programs and evaluate the results of training interventions, and manage participants’ data.
• In collaboration with USAID/Pakistan DO teams, work with the Chief of Party (COP) in the development of the USAID/Pakistan Mission Participant Training Plan.
• Design and develop all materials and visual aids used in conducting pre-departure orientations for all USAID/Pakistan participants and plan, schedule and organize all orientations and briefings.
• In collaboration with USAID/Islamabad Program Office, project officers and project contractors, partner institutions and project counterparts, plan, design, and develop all training interventions in line with Mission Participant Training Plan.
• Advise other contractor staff involved in the planning, scheduling, organizing, and implementation of training interventions, where needed.
• Coordinate with World Learning’s home office staff in identifying training providers, participant monitoring and tracking and data management.

Qualifications:

• Degree in education/teaching, social sciences, or a related field (or career/experience equivalent).
• At least 7 years of international experience in training or other programs involving significant multi-faceted and cross-cultural components.
• Demonstrated skills in designing, developing and implementing training programs and cross-cultural training materials, and in conducting interactive training sessions.
• Strong writing and presentation skills required as well as excellent interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated capacity to plan, schedule, and organize training programs involving many individuals and entities.
• Familiarity with Pakistani culture highly desirable.
• In-depth personal experience and knowledge of U.S. culture and issues affecting individuals who must live and study in the U.S. culture required.
• Familiarity with and understanding of the U.S. education system and training institution context required.
• Supervisory experience required.
• Experience working in Pakistan or critical priority countries (CPC) desired.
• Must have excellent ability to read, write and speak in Urdu.

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Agribusiness Support Fund Lahore - Training Coordinator

Agribusiness Support Fund - Business Support Service

Job Location: ASF Head Office - Lahore

Positions: 1

Job Type: Full Time

Last Date: 20 September, 2013

JOB PURPOSE:

Primary responsibilities of Training Coordinator are to ensure the smooth and effective functioning of training events and special programs/projects organized by ASF. This involves marketing, planning and execution of regular training programs as well as assistance in planning for and facilitating short, one-time trainings or other training programs initiated throughout the year. Responsibilities include presenter and participant outreach and logistics, as well as coordinating with clients on event details. The position also involves creation of training materials such as case studies, PowerPoint presentations, worksheet handouts, etc. and may also include writing of newsletters and other materials as required by each training and other programs/projects.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Coordinate course registrations/enrolments, provision of information to secure enrolments and facilitating the delivery of courses/workshops organized by Agribusiness Support Fund (ASF).
• Assist Head, BSS in developing business and marketing plan for training, workshops and other events
• Support the implementation of the annual business and marketing plan
• Keep Head, BSS updated on status of assigned training and projects
• Support the coordination of all training activities
• Co-ordinate training resources and manage these resources within budget allocations
• Ensure assessment records are held on file
• Monitor and support reporting on the progress and outcomes of the training operation
• Implement promotional strategies to secure additional enrolments
• Maintain trainer/facilitators files and to ensure that all contracted trainers/facilitators hold the required qualifications and professional industry competency prior to any appointment to deliver a training course/workshop/service on behalf of ASF
• Maintain and review (at least annually) training partnerships/agreements to generate income and deliver training opportunities and maintain a register of such agreements
• Issue certificates to the training /workshop participants
• Recruit, select, induct and manage trainers/facilitators for training/workshops etc.
• Prepare course schedules/calendars and co-ordinate the delivery of these training courses/workshops whilst maintaining the appropriate reporting systems
• Co-ordinate trainers/facilitators, room/venue hire and catering requirements to meet training course schedules
• Co-ordinate advertising and promotional materials (including registration/enrollment forms)
• Manage direct supervision assessment responsibilities and records where trainers do not hold appropriate qualifications for training course/workshop being delivered
• Collect and assess course feedback (evaluations and trainer/assessor feedback) and ensure this feedback is analyzed and appropriate actions or responses are developed for consideration and/or implementation
• Maintain course and Participants files
• Administrative duties (including data entry, invoicing and banking) where required
• Work cooperatively with other staff and business units to achieve organizational objectives
• Maintain high standard work practices and ensure integrity, respect and confidentiality
• Attend staff meetings
• Respond and refer enquiries from members and the general public (as appropriate)
• Utilize and learn software and technology as required
• Maintain database of training/workshops
• Prepare procurement Requisition for training and other events.
• Submit expense reimbursement forms as appropriate.
• Create timelines and work plans for each event, as directed by the Head BSS.
• Create and organize training materials including participant binders and handouts, name tags, etc. Also developing marketing materials for events as appropriate.
• Keep ASF Web sites for individual programs updated with latest training materials.
• Compile final reports for training programs.
• Manage and update electronic curriculum library as new trainings are created or old ones updated and improved.
• Manage and update database of experts/ trainers, Participants and Client Organizations
• Answer and respond to outside communications, such as phone calls, faxes, emails, and web-based inquiries. This includes on-going communications, project-based communications, i.e., from training participants, presenters and clients.
• Networking and ability to promote ASF as appropriate in the context of trainings and conferences/ service provider.
• Hold opening and closing ceremonies of trainings independently
• Other duties as required and/or assigned by Head, BSS

Qualifications

This position requires initiative, motivation, creativity and ability to understand many areas of expertise. Qualification, knowledge, skills and abilities required for this job are:

• A Master degree in English/Business Administration/Communication Studies
• At least 3 years of experience of training coordination
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Urdu are necessary to produce and deliver quality training programs.
• Communication skills in one of the regional languages would be an added advantage
• Excellent report writing skills
• Knowledge of computer applications i.e. Windows, Power Point, Word and Excel required.
• The knowledge of legal documents and contracts/Partnerships will be preferred.
• Experience in event management or logistics preferred.
• Leadership skills to effectively direct trainees/Participants while in a training class environment and ability to properly evaluate comprehension and application of subject material.
• The training area is one of constant change. This position must be able to react positively to these developments and help lead the way forward to include new developments in training targeted to both new and existing clients.

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Quick Action Foundation Islamabad Program Manager

Industry:                 Education/Training

Functional Area:      Project Management

Total Position:         1

Job Type:               Full Time/Permanent

Job Location:         Islamabad, Pakistan

Degree Title:          Bachelor's Degree

Career Level:         Manager

Salary Range:          PKR. 60,000 - 80,000/Month

Apply By:                Sep 24, 2013

Job Description:

• Prepare overall program plan
• Review plans of individual projects
• Oversee the implementation of all projects
• Coordinate the activities of all project teams
• Conduct research into all legal issues regarding the project
• Communicate with all stakeholders of the program as well as the individual projects on a regular basis
• Organize training for the individual project teams
• Request periodic project reports from individual project leaders
• Document all project events and milestones
• Prepare program budget, detailing budgets for individual project
• Developing and implementing contingency plans for the program
• Managing risks for the programs
• Developing and communicating project goals and deliverable
• Managing conflict between individual project groups
• Evaluate and access all project teams
• Identifying and evaluating all resources needed for the project
• Develop and implement the project life cycle development plan
• Determine timelines and deliverables for each project
• Facilitate decision making regarding the projects
• Providing mentorship for each project manager
• Ensure each project follows the organizations laid-down procedures
• Ensure that each project is within budget
• Accessing training levels of the team members and recommending appropriate training
• Identifying processes and procedures for improvement

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