Aga Khan Foundation
Aga Khan Foundation (AKF) is a private international, nonprofit, and non-denominational development agency. It seeks sustainable solutions to long term problems of poverty, with special emphasis on the needs of rural communities in mountainous, coastal and other resource poor areas across the world. Concentrating its efforts in health, education, rural development and strengthening civil society sectors, AKF’s approach is based on long-term commitment that is maintained through political and social uncertainty.
Closing date: 22 Nov 2009 -- (CLOSED)
Location: Afghanistan - Kabul
- Provide leadership and overall management to the regional education team in the implementation of education programmes;
- Prepare an annual regional education programme budget and manage budget utilization and disbursement within the region; and report on expenditure in association with regional finance
- Prepare an annual plan for education programme implementation ensuring effective utilisation of staff, and monitor the progress of this implementation;
- Provide regular programme reports and updates to the National Office;
- Regularly monitor the quality of education programmes in the field, and ensure the accuracy of M&E data collection and reporting;
- Provide regular mentoring and capacity building opportunities for education staff in conjunction with the Regional Education Training Unit Head;
- Maintain a close working relationship with the Provincial and District Education authorities;
- Responsible for recruitment, management and appraisal of senior education staff
- Coordinate closely with the RPM on education programmes in the region and regularly update him/her on education programmes.
- Provide necessary technical assistance to assist with other MoE workshops in the province; Assist in materials writing and teaching/ training manual production in conjunction with the PDU Coordinator.
- Administration: Responsible for regional planning and implementation
- Finance: Responsible for financial planning and budget utilisation
- Technical : Monitor the programme output of staff in conjunction with the Regional Education Training Unit Head
- HR/ staffing: Responsible for recruitment and management of Education Officers (REOs, PLO, SCEs, and M&E Officer)
- Geographical Scope: Across all programme areas
- Logistical: Monitors logistic matters to ensures effective budget utilization
Required Qualifications and Experience:
- Degree or Masters Degree in Education (preferably in teaching or management)
- Minimum 3 years experience in the areas of international education development and/or international development programme management with significant experience in post conflict areas and in complex security environments
- Proven leadership qualities including excellent interpersonal, advocacy and team building skills, particularly in cross-cultural contexts;
- Analytical strength and strong organisational skills and sound management experience in administration, financial and HR matters;
- Excellent communication skills in English (preferably also Dari/Pashtu).
- Excellent interpersonal and team building skills
Reference Code: RW_7XLANL-28
