Opportunity at "CARE International in Pakistan" - Islamabad

 

*Opportunity at "CARE International in Pakistan" - Islamabad*

Project Assistant 

Last date to apply: 17th January, 2024

Individuals can send their resumes directly to: pakhr@care.org 

Clearly mention the position title in the subject line of the email, before the stated deadline. 

Please share your current as well as salary expectations along with the CV.

JOB SUMMARY:

CARE International in Pakistan is strongly committed to working on Safer Workplaces, it has worked with several private sector organizations, government, and workers’ organizations in supporting management in addressing workplace safety issues. CARE led a campaign to promote the new ILO instrument on ending GBV and Harassment in the world of work in collaboration with ILO Pakistan Office, National Commission on the Status of Women, it also engaged the Chamber of Commerce, Unilever Pakistan, Employers Federation of Pakistan, and Pakistan Workers’ Federation. CARE has also worked with women entrepreneurs in partnership with the Mastercard Center for Inclusive Growth, which runs in Pakistan, where there are large segments of unserved micro and small enterprises ready for investment. By partnering with local financial and non-financial service providers, Ignite Project for women entrepreneurs opens up much-needed access to finance, technology, and networks and builds entrepreneurship capacity and skills.

Since October 2020, Chrysalis has partnered with CARE UK to develop women’s safety guidance for Unilever’s last-mile distribution networks. Alongside this, CARE UK has partnered with CARE Guatemala and the CARE Gender Cohort to develop an entrepreneurship skills curriculum also intended for Unilever’s last-mile distribution networks.

Now that the women’s safety and entrepreneurship tools are in a final draft state, CARE UK requests the support of CARE Pakistan to conduct an in-market context analysis to understand the needs of women entrepreneurs in the Unilever networks in Pakistan- Guddi Bajis.

II. Job Responsibilities and Tasks:

Job Responsibility #1: Implementation: Support implementation of all project activities consistent with approved program designs and strategies. Time:  70%

Assist and support in the implementation of project activities.

Assist project team to efficiently meet commitments and deadlines in achieving results.

Support in finalization of the research consultants.

Plan, organize, modify work plans by identifying priorities in consultation with the Project Manager.

Assist in designing and facilitating meetings.

Build synergies with other CARE Programs.

Job Responsibility #2: Coordination and Reporting. Time: 10%

Coordinate with Consultants/stakeholders and ensure effective implementation of Unilever-supported project interventions.

Build synergies among different stakeholders which includes CARE program team, consultants, and other key players.

Assist in project reporting and program documentation as per CARE and Donor requirements and timelines.

Job Responsibility# 3: Monitoring and evaluation and promoting the visibility of project through relevant channels. Time: 15%

Assist in designing and implementing of regular monitoring system in collaboration with MEAL Unit.

Support and assist in generating reports that can guide future programs/Interventions

Collect case studies, photographs, and insights from the field.

Assist Project team to promote visibility of CARE Programs through relevant channels.

Ensure that project documentation is compliant with CARE and reports are prepared well in time.

Conduct all business in a manner that respects local culture.

Job Responsibility #4: Any other task as assigned by the supervisor.

Time: 05%

The duties and responsibilities described above are subject to change, depending on organizational needs.

Safety and Security is everyone’s responsibility within CI through full compliance and accountability (as per Principle of the CARE International Safety & Security Principles).

III. Problem Solving

Levels one and two of problem solving apply to the incumbent. The incumbent will be involved in daily routine activities, s/he also uses interpolative skills to pick and choose the right solution to address given problems.

IV. Qualifications (Know How)

A)Education:

Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in economics, finance, business administration, social sciences and/or related field.

B) Experience:

At least one- or two years experience of working in a similar position with a reputed National, or international organization or an internship in INGO/Private sector will be an added advantage.

C) Technical Skills:

Basic knowledge in project implementation as demonstrated by successful work experience.

Demonstrated basic practical experience of coordinating entrepreneurship development services, preferably related to micro-entrepreneurs.

Fair understanding of project implementation, reporting and monitoring.

Fluency in written and spoken English and Urdu; knowledge of any other local language will be preferred.

Excellent computer skills (MS office)

D) Competencies:

Excellent written and spoken communication skills.

Flexibility and adaptability

Ability to self-manage, work under pressure, and meet deadlines.

Proactivity and ability to present the big picture.

Capacity to be dynamic, creative, and innovative.

Excellent rapport-building, interpersonal and team-building skills, and able to manage relationships with stakeholders.

Capacity to plan, organize and deliver results; and

Commitment to CARE’s vision and mission.

V. Contacts/Key Relationships

The incumbent is expected to collaborate with program team at the Country Office, Partners, and all CARE Staff.

VI. Working Conditions and Level of Travel Required

The position is based in Islamabad and entails traveling to different parts of Pakistan.

CARE participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we hereby request information from the candidate’s previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the candidate left employment. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.