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Programme Associate (Economic Resilience)

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Position Title: Programme Associate (Economic Resilience)

2025-08-21    Kandahar     Full Time     147

Job Location: Kandahar
Nationality: Afghan
Category: Consultant
Employment Type: Full Time
Salary: As per organization salary scale
Vacancy Number: VAC-33930
No. Of Jobs: 1
City: Kandahar (Roving to Helmand)
Organization: CTG
Years of Experience: Two (2) years of relevant professional experience.
Contract Duration: 6 months
Gender: Male/Female
Education: Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Economics, Social sciences, International Relations, Development Studies, or related fields from a recognized institution
Close date: 2025-08-21

About CTG:

CTG staff and support humanitarian projects in fragile and conflict-affected countries around the world, providing a rapid and cost-effective service for development and humanitarian missions. With past performance in 17 countries – from the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Asia, we have placed more than 20,000 staff all over the world since operations began in 2006.

CTG recruits, deploys and manages the right people with the right skills to implement humanitarian and development projects, from cleaners to obstetricians, and mechanics to infection specialists, we’re skilled in emergency response to crises such as the Ebola outbreak in West Africa. Key to successful project delivery is the ability to mobilise at speed; CTG can source and deploy anyone, anywhere, in less than 2 weeks and have done so in 48 hours on a number of occasions.

Through our efficient and agile HR, logistical and operational services, CTG saves multilateral organisations time and money. We handle all our clients’ HR related issues, so they are free to focus on their core services.

Visit www.ctg.org to find out more

Job Descriptions:

Under the overall supervision of the Programme Coordinator (Economic Resilience), the technical supervision of the National Programme Officer (Economic Resilience), and the direct supervision of the relevant Regional Coordinator (RC), the incumbent will be responsible and accountable for supporting the management of livelihoods and economic resilience project activities in the provinces under his/her scope of responsibility.

Job Requirements:

Core Functions / Responsibilities:

  1. Assist in planning, implementing and, monitoring livelihoods and economic empowerment porgramme activities, including SME grants, asset support for small scale businesses, employment retention, skill development initiatives (vocational training and apprenticeship), IGA and business development services, etc., in accordance with IOM and donor requirements.
  2. Retrieve, compile, maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including reports, budgets, and other relevant records, and present information/data on specific project activities implemented in the field
  3. Monitor activity budgets, verify availability of funds, obtain necessary approval and update project and budget-related information for the area of your responsibility on regular basis.
  4. Work collaboratively with the team and support the coordination of project implementation, community outreach involving liaison with diverse organizational units, local communities, project beneficiaries, local authorities, and other relevant stakeholders such as other UN agencies, I/NGOs to build positive relationships, ensure community engagement, obtain necessary approvals, process and follow-up on actions, etc.
  5. Draft field activity reports, track project progress, identify shortfalls in service delivery, identify challenges/gaps, and bringing them to the attention of the supervisor.
  6. Ensure the effective integration of cross-cutting issues, such as protection, labour rights, gender, and decent work, into both project assessments and implementation, closely coordinating with relevant IOM units.
  7. Draft correspondence, field reports, briefing notes, graphics, statistical tables, presentations and other forms of documentation related to livelihoods and economic empowerment project activities.
  8. Attend meetings, workshops, and represent the organization in discussions related to livelihood, organize training sessions, and communicate effectively with project beneficiaries, providing information about project objectives, activities, and expected outcomes.
  9. Respond to general information requests and inquiries related to your areas of work; set up and maintain files/records.
  10. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Social sciences, International Relations, Development Studies, or related fields from a recognized institution with Two (2) years of relevant professional experience.

Or

  • High School diploma with four (4) years of relevant professional experience.

Experience

  • Strong grasp of livelihoods development, income-generating activities, and economic resilience strategies, coupled with proficient project management skills, particularly in the context of livelihood and economic empowerment activities.
  • Experience in liaising with governmental authorities, national/international institutions, United Nations agencies and non-governmental organizations.
  • Experience in working with migrants, refugees, internally displaced persons, victims of trafficking and other vulnerable groups; and,
  • Prior work experience with international humanitarian organizations, non-government or government institutions/organization in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage.

Skills:

  • In depth knowledge of the broad range of migration related subject areas dealt with by the Organization.
  • Knowledge of UN and bilateral donor programming.
  • Knowledge of financial rules and regulations.

Languages

  • For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written).
  • Working knowledge of Pashto or Dari is required.
  • Fluency in all national language(s) are highly advantages.

Note: Qualified female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

Required Competencies:

  VALUES - All IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

  • Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
  • Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
  • Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
  • Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
  • Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

CORE COMPETENCIES - Behavioural indicators

  • Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
  • Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
  • Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
  • Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
  • Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Submission Guidelines:

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  • Click on the vacancy that you want to apply for.
  • Provide your current employment details, date that you are available from and salary expectations.
  • Tick the boxes and click submit.
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