JOINT COOPERATION PROGRAM BETWEEN DISTRICT GOVERNMENT CHITRAL AND BARCELONA PROVINCIAL

COUNCIL ON DISASTER RISK GOVERNANCE IN CHITRAL-KP PAKISTAN

New opening for Disaster Risk Governance Project in Chitral
INTRODUCTION:
District Government Chitral under the dynamic leadership of District Nazim Chitral in collaboration of Barcelona
Provincial Council is implementing a pilot project on Disaster Risk Governance in Chitral, initially for one year till
31 December 2017, extendable on an ex-officio basis or after written and supported request from JAD Foundation,
by means of a resolution of Barcelona Provincial Council.
Local Government Chitral and regional government Barcelona call for a collective action framework to localize
SFDRR-2030, SDGs-2030, and climate finance at COP 22 through this pilot project.
JAD Foundation, a dynamic humanitarian, development, and research oriented organization is facilitating both
the governments to implement this pilot project in District Chitral Pakistan to work locally to contribute towards
interdependent, interlinked and interconnected challenges that are transnational in nature and trans-institutional
in solution at local to global level.
JAD Foundation is committed to supplement efforts of the governments, organizations, and the community to
tackle natural, human, and technological disaster and climate risks at multiple levels by harnessing human
potentials and strengthening the district level disaster management system through local government structure.
Through its work, the foundation aims to contribute to KP Provincial government Road Map for Disaster Risk
Management 2014 2022, national disaster management policies and the four major global frameworks i)Sendai
Framework of Disaster Risk Reduction, ii) Sustainable Development Goals, iii) Paris Conference Commitment on
Climate Change, and iv) Global Humanitarian Summit 2015.
The project will specifically focus on the two essential out of four priority areas of SFDRR 20152030,
i) Understanding disaster risk, ii) Strengthening disaster risk governance to manage disaster risk.
The JAD Foundation Chitral is regarded by both the government of Chitral District and Barcelona Provincial
Council as an organization suited to managing and executing the Pilot Project on Disaster Risk Governance (DRG)
in three areas: (i) disaster preparedness and response, (ii) disaster risk governance, (iii) youth
development/leadership, initially for one year till 31 December 2017, extendable on an ex-officio basis or after
written and supported request from JAD Foundation, by means of a resolution of Barcelona Provincial Council.
In the current project, the following vacancies are open for prospective, dynamic, innovative and energetic
professionals who are interested in career building in multi-dynamic local/global teams of multi-sectoral and
multidisciplinary experts and organizations.
All the positions are challenging professionally and technically and test the managerial and leadership skills as well
as competencies. The candidates will be working with district administration, local government agencies,
international donor, line departments, emergency responders/volunteers, provincial and national government
departments, senior bureaucrats, politicians, youth and women leadership.

Values of an ideal candidate

1. He/she should be strategic thought-partner, hands-on and participative manager, who will lead and
develop an internal and external team to support their area of expertise in particular and multi-tasking
areas in general.
2. He/she is self-evaluator of his/her own performance and competency and proves selection purely on
merit basis.
3. Any personal contact, recommendations, and influence will automatically disqualify them for the position.
4. He/she will be working with communities and the organizations with innovative and unique approach
while promoting collective and integrated disaster preparedness and response mechanism for improved
disaster risk governance in Chitral.
5. He/she will be technically and administratively independent and equally responsible for outcome, ensure
top-down, bottom-up and horizontal accountability and transparency in productive, efficient and
effective use of every single penny of the project fund for the purpose it was envisaged.
6. He/she will fully adhere to the values, principles of JAD Foundation and your deed and action will
represent these values and principle of JAD Foundation that will not be compromised at any stage.
Attention:
1 How to apply: Please apply to Program Coordinator Human Resources and Administration at:
Info@jadoundation.org or info.jadfoundation@gmail.com
Application can be submitted with PRO District Nazim Chital at the office of District Nazim Chitral
DDMO at DC Office Chitral.
2 where I will get job description:

JAD Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and particularly encourage applications from female
candidates.
Your application should accompany the following:
1. A short covering letter (with maximum 1000 words) stating the position that you want to be considered
for and describe how your qualifications, experience, and competencies are relevant to the position;
1. A detailed and updated curriculum vitae;
2. Expected Salary
3. Should you be shortlisted based on your well written cover letter and CV specific to job description, you
will be required to appear for written test and interview, no TA/DA will be admissible.
Closing Date: 10 January 2017:
If you are result oriented, you have a passion for youth leadership development, local government system
strengthening and transformation of peace/development of Chitral/Pakistan, and possess the competencies to
meet the new challenges, submit your application now!!!
Only applicants who meet the requirements of the JAD Foundation and are being considered for shortlisting
followed by written test and interview will be contacted. Should you not hear from JAD Foundation within four
weeks after closing date, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.
Current Project vacancies.
Project Coordinator
Program Officer
Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
Admin and Finance Officer

Training and Youth Development Officers (m/f )

JOB Description:
1 Program Coordinator
The role of position in the organization:
The Project Coordinator is responsible for overall management, operation, and performance of the
project.
He/she will be responsible for coordinating all the three areas of project activities for integrated outcome
and achievement of the result of the project.
He/she responsible for capacity building of the staff and partner organizations on local government
system on disaster risk governance, climate change adaptation, youth development and leadership and
effective functioning in service delivery to the public with specific consideration of risk reduction of multisectoral development strategy.
He/she will be responsible for overseeing human resources, procurement, recruitments to ensure the
maximum outcome of the project and that JAD values have not been compromised.
Project coordinator shall directly report to the project director.
Key working relationships:

Internal: PD, tripartite agreement partners. Project staff.

External: Partners, donors, district provincial and federal government agencies, consultants, auditors, sector
stakeholders and other NGOs.
Job Purpose

The Project Coordinator will lead the overall project implementation process under the guidance and supervision
of PD and shall ensure that project objectives are achieved efficiently and effectively within committed resources
and timelines. PC shall supervise the project team, and support the work of the staff and local partners in
promoting as well as implementing, monitoring and evaluating the cooperation program, policy and DRR agenda.
The overarching strategic objective of the work of the Project Coordinator is to keep the track of the things, work
plan, budgets and deliverables and keep the PD informed on progress and issues as well as provide advice and
consultation to resolve issue and bottlenecks.
Key Responsibilities:

The Project Coordinator is required to demonstrate high-quality skills of program management and
leadership while designing and managing program policy and overall implementation of project activities
with a futuristic approach.
He/she will be the member of Senior Management Team (SMT) of cooperation program and will be
required to provide quality input in shaping new programs, to contribute to and develop new strategic

initiatives for influencing policy internally and externally as well as developing program strategies for
effective and successful achievement of objectives.
Coordinate effectively with the members of tripartite cooperation program including district government
Chitral and Barcelona.
Mobilize and coordinate with local community leadership, elected representatives and youth leadership.
Plan, organize, direct, control and review program/projects and manage program budgets as well as
facilitate recruitments and manage project human resource control and development.
Proactively analyze and review sector policies and plans for promoting pro-poor, gender sensitive, and
sustainable approaches in the sector and project areas.
Design issue-based advocacy, research and communication campaigns at international, national and
provincial level and undertake coordination to make the process inclusive and consultative
Provide required level of leadership direction for scaling up of disaster risk governance and successfully
demonstrated models through government and other sector partners
Coordinate and facilitate sustainable relationships with local district governments, sector ministries,
departments, UN, bilateral agencies, INGOs, CSOs, academia/media and the private sector in the country
including for learning and initiating joint programs
Coordinate and manage the project team to successfully achieve the cooperation program objectives
through the efficient and effective use of financial and human resources.
Identify, direct, coordinate, commission and/or undertake thematic research studies and learning
materials.
Design and lead strategic capacity support to partners/stakeholders in mutually identified areas
Represent cooperation program and its partners work at meetings and forums in-country and
internationally to continuously strengthen its strategic positioning and extension in future.
Facilitate and contribute to key organizational processes and in development of documents such as
program strategy, multi-year planning, and budgeting (MPB), and in producing high-quality training
materials and progress reporting
Facilitate and monitor all budgetary and financial matters, social mobilization events, procurement of
goods and services in line with organizational policies and project provisions. He/she will be responsible
for coordination with District/Tehsil Nazims and village/neighborhood councils for youth and women
leadership development, capacity building and formation/functioning of youth councils at VYC/TYC and
DYC.
He/she will be responsible for overseeing the website development, updates, and reporting the entire
events on behalf of the project.
He/she will be responsible for external and internal communication with partners, donors, government
organizations as per the communication policy of JAD Foundation in respect of the project
He/she will responsible for facilitating and coordinating with DDMU, the core team of DDMU, the focal
persons, emergency responders and ensure that all scheduled meetings are held on time and action
plan developed and action taken.
Conveying monthly, quarterly meeting, half and yearly meeting of concern authorities, developing
agenda and minutes of the meetings and monitoring that action taken on the action plans.
He/she will be responsible for overseeing the performance of the project staff who are directly or
indirectly reporting to the project coordinator.
He/she will be responsible for ensuring that the project will adhere all International humanitarian and
human rights principles and standards in pre-during and post disasters sphere.
He/she will be responsible for strategic work planning and field activities, M&E, progress and budget as
well as reporting.

The responsibilities of the PC is beyond the ToRs mentioned above while performing and delivery of
public services to the organizations and the community during the project life
Reporting line: Directly reporting to the Project Director.
Person Specification
Essential
Knowledge
Postgraduate / Masters degree in development studies,
social sciences, disaster management, and public policy
project management or development economics from a
reputed university.
Ability to lead and direct projects of multilateral agencies,
government and international donors, conduct program
and policy analysis, undertake cutting-edge research and
advocacy as well as managing advocacy and capacity
development campaigns at senior management and
leadership positions would be preferred.
Human resource management and staff development
techniques.
Experience

Desirable
Demonstrated knowledge in DRR/DRM and

CCA sector issues, advocacy networks and

social movements in Pakistan.
Staff management and development.
Performance evaluation of human resources
and program outcome.
Strong
report
writing
skills
and
competencies
Excellent working knowledge of the KPK

especially Chitral
of prevalent KPK local
government system and rules of business of
different tiers of local government system in
KPK. Pakistan.

Knowledge

Minimum 10 years including at least 5 years of experience in a

senior management position
Others
Knowledge of the political and governmental structure and policy making process in Pakistan would be
preferred.
Knowledge on cross-linkages of DRR/DRM with other sectors of social development would also be a
preferred area of knowledge.
High quality is written/verbal communication skills including well-demonstrated administrative and financial
management, project management and lobbying ability
Self-motivated person able to work independently
Able to lead effectively in a diverse team environment.
Good analytical skills and a stable/calm demeanor
Able to effectively promote JAD foundations mission values and objectives
2 Program Officer
The role of position in the organization:

The Program Officer is technical expert responsible for providing capacity building training to line
departments, local government agencies, INGOs/NGOs and CSOs on Disaster Risk reduction and
governance, climate change adaptation, assistance to the Project Coordinator in the overall
management of project implementation.
He/she shall provide technical assistance in field management and act as the first point of contact for all
program related information, progress tracking, knowledge management, proposal development,

fundraising, developing an exit strategy, sustainability of the projects and d partners relationship
primarily at district and community level.

Reporting line: Project coordinator.

Key working relationships:
Internal: PC, PD, tripartite agreement partners. Project staff.
External: District and provincial government agencies, communities, youth and women activists and
volunteers, elected representatives of local government, sector stakeholders and other NGOs operational in
Chitral.
Main purpose of the Job
To provide leadership in strengthening of coordination and capacity building of District Disaster Management
Unit(DDMU) and local government agencies, line departments, NGOs/CSO and youth leadership and
implementation of the Disaster Risk Governance Project and Disaster Risk Reduction Strategy and Program
The Program Officer will extend every desired support to project team and local partners to ensure successful
implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of the cooperation program, its policy, DRR agenda, and
objectives.
The overarching strategic objective of the work of the Program officer is to implement the project strategic
work plan, track progress, record indicators and bottlenecks and prepare situational analysis and progress
reports on the basis of data and evidence from the field.
Key Responsibilities:
He/she will be the frontline driver of the field implementation of cooperation program and will be
required to provide quality input in shaping the direction of success.
Plan, organize, manage field activities i.e. meetings with local government leaders, social events, social
organization, training of youth and local council leaders, community and volunteers.
Proactively analyze and review progress in line with the work plan, prepare activity progress reports,
collect, analyze and manage data and communications.
Manage and update project and institutional databases, MIS, web portals, social media etc
Facilitate the process of development and documentation of ToRs, bylaws, IEC materials, profiles for youth
councils, forums, and committees
Develop working relationships with government agencies, volunteers, ERTs and CSOs of the areas.
Keep him/herself aware of the local agenda and work of other sector partners in order to implement more
effectively, as well as inclusively, the disaster governance policy influencing agenda
Play proactive and instrumental role to successfully achieve the cooperation program objectives.
Facilitate and/or undertake thematic research studies and development of learning materials.
facilitate capacity support to partners/stakeholders in mutually identified areas
Represent cooperation program and its partners work at meetings and forums at district and community.
Coordinating and facilitating skills/capacity building training of District Disaster Response Team( DDRT)

Deployments and facilitation of DDRT, coordination with DDMU and line department, NGOs and local govt
organizations, emergency responders and the community both in peace and emergencies.
Responsible for developing training contents and manuals for the purpose of peacebuilding training,
ensuring standards and quality of effective delivery of capacity building training.
Responsible for ensuring accountability, transparency in technical competency and financial accuracy with
the conformity of the core values of JAD Foundation.
To promote and facilitate a rights-based approach to disaster relief, the Interagency Standing Committees
(IASC) adopted Operational Guidelines on Protecting Persons in Natural Disasters in all sphere of the
disaster cycle.
Take on any other tasks as when and where required.

Person Specification
Essential
Desirable
Knowledge
Postgraduate/Masters degree in development studies, social sciences,
Demonstrated knowledge
disaster management, and business management or MIS from a reputed
in socioeconomic and
university.
political narratives and
High-quality computer/MIS knowledge and skills.
development challenges,
Disaster Risk Management competencies and multi-stakeholder
strong advocacy networks
coordination skills
and local government
Project Proposal and funding rising skills.
system in KP specifically.
Experience
Minimum 5 years in social mobilization, program coordination, content Excellent
working
development and training delivery on DRR/CCA and integrated response
knowledge
of
the
mechanism.
DRR/DRM and project
Lead and coordinate Search and Rescue Team and coordinate with DDMU
management softwares,
both in peace and emergencies.
data management and
Experiences of project proposal writing and fundraising.
web/ social media handling
PowerPoint
pentation,
Skills:
public speaking skills, and
Excellent report writing skills,
public relation are some of
Computer proficiency with commonly used packages like MS Word, Excel,
the desirable skills.
and PowerPoint and familiarity with database management Programs.
Fluent in spoken and written English
Knowledge of RS, GIS, database programming will be an added advantage

Others
Knowledge of the political and governmental structure and policy making
the process at district level would be preferred.
Knowledge on cross-linkages of DRR/DRM with other sectors of social
development would also be preferred areas of knowledge.
High quality was written/verbal communication skills including welldemonstrated lobbying and advocacy ability
Self-motivated person able to work independently and able to effetely
promote JAD Foundations mission, values and objectives.

3 Monitoring and Evaluation Officer

The role of position in the organization:
Under the overall guidance of the Project Director and direct supervision of the Project Coordinator, the M&E
Officer will be responsible for the monitoring and ensuring high quality and timely inputs, and for ensuring that
the project maintains its strategic vision and that its activities result in the achievement of its intended outputs in
a cost effective and timely manner.
The M&E officer will be responsible for designing and implementing the M&E activities of the Project; assisting
the Project coordinator in preparing Quarterly/Annual reports on project progress and will monitor the project
activities on a regular basis, developing and maintaining the MIS of the Project and will be responsible for the
collection & analysis of different data in relation to the project activities.
The Monitoring and Evaluation Officer works in close collaboration with work closely with project team and PD,
Steering Committee of the Project, Government officials, private sector, non-government and civil society
organizations. The M&E Officer is responsible for providing quality services in overall monitoring and evaluation
of project implementation, he/she shall provide technical assistance in knowledge management through project
MIS, data collection, and management, identification and measurement of progress indicators to keep the project
on track of success.
Reporting line: Project Director/PC.
Key working relationships:
Internal: PC, PD, tripartite agreement partners. Project staff.
External: District and provincial government agencies, communities, youth and women activists and volunteers,
elected representatives of local government, sector stakeholders and other NGOs operational in Chitral.
Job Purpose
The M&E Officer will extend every desired support to project team and local partners to ensure successful
implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of the cooperation program, its policy, DRR agenda, and objectives.
The overarching strategic objective of the work of the M&E officer is to keep progress monitored and recorded in
line with the project strategic work plan. Track progress, record indicators and identify bottlenecks, prepare
situational analysis, progress and research reports on the basis of field data and his observations in consultation
with senior management.
Key Responsibilities:
He/she will be the frontline driver in shaping, recording and documenting the success.
Design and develop project M&E frameworks and tools.
Proactively analyze and review progress in line with the work plan, prepare activity progress reports,
collect, analyze and manage data and communications.
Facilitate, manage and update project and institutional databases, MIS, web portals, social media in
consultation with the project team and senior management.
Facilitate the process of identification, analysis and documentation of achievements, impact, and success
as well as lessons learned.
Develop and maintain outlook reports and keep the senior management informed of any deviations and
bottlenecks of progress.
Keep him/herself aware of the local agenda and work of other sector partners in order to implement more
effectively, as well as inclusively, the disaster governance policy influencing agenda
Play proactive and instrumental role to successfully achieve the cooperation program objectives.

Facilitate and/or undertake thematic research studies and development of learning materials.
Design develop and maintain overall project MIS, databases, and profiling of partners and beneficiaries,
Represent cooperation program and its partners work at meetings and forums at district community and
national level.
Take on any other tasks as when and where required. Organize and conduct training on M&E/MIS for
project and government staff
Assist Project Manager in the preparation of reports on the findings and lessons learned from project
innovations;
Provide input and update information related to project outcome in UNDP and GOB website;
Assist Project Manager in preparing monthly and quarterly reports on project progress based on MIS
reports on project activities;
Prepare Issues Log and Risk Log for the project;
Develop M&E system for the Project and for the government counterpart/stakeholders;
Prepare and maintain data base

Person Specification
Essential
Knowledge
Postgraduate / Masters degree in development studies,
social sciences, disaster management, and business
management or MIS from a reputed university.
High-quality
computer-PMIS-Data
management
knowledge and skills.
Experience
Minimum 3-5 years reflective practices of in M&E working
with donor funded projects, especially EU/USAID etc and
MIS in development projects implemented by
national/international NGOs/UN bodies/ Government;
Experience in designing tools and strategies for data
collection, analysis and production of reports;
Proven ICT skills, especially in the development of MIS
software using database software;
Expertise in analysing data using statistical software;
Strong training & facilitation skills.
Language Requirements: Fluency in written and spoken in

Desirable
Demonstrated knowledge in DRR/DRM
sector issues, advocacy networks, and
social movements in Pakistan and in
specifically in Chitral.

Excellent working knowledge of the M&E

and project management tools and
softwares
Familiarity with NDRM policies and Disaster
Risk management roadmaps.
Well aware of the International
humanitarian and human
rights/principles/standards and practices

Others

Knowledge of the political and governmental structure and policy making the process at district level
would be preferred.
Knowledge on cross-linkages of DRR/DRM with other sectors of social development would also be
preferred areas of knowledge.
High quality is written/verbal communication skills including well-demonstrated computer software
and data management skills.
Self-motivated person able to work independently
Able to effectively promote JAD foundations mission values and objectives

Admin and Finance Officer

The role of position in the organization:

The Admin and Finance Officer is responsible for providing administrative, logistic and financial management
services to effective and efficient delivery and achievement of project objectives
Reporting line:
Project director and coordinate with Project Coordinator as and when required
Key working relationships:
Internal: PD, tripartite agreement partners, key project staff.
External: District administration, provincial government agencies, communities, youth and women activists and
volunteers, elected representatives of local government, sector stakeholders and other NGOs operational in
Chitral.
Job Purpose
The Admin and Finance Officer will extend administratively and financial management assistance to project team
to ensure successful implementation of cooperation program. The overarching strategic objective of the work of
the Admin and Finance Officer is to facilitate the development and implementation of the project strategic work
plan, finance, and procurement policies, develop and maintain administrative and financial records and reports
as per audit needs and requirements of national and international standards.
Key Responsibilities:

He/she will be the frontline manager of the administrative, procurement and financial activities of
cooperation program and will be required to ensure the quality of records, procurement of goods and
services involved in project implementation.
Facilitate to plan, organize and manage the administrative, HR and financial policies and procedures.
Provide logistic support for meetings with local government leaders, social narratives, social organization,
training of youth and local council leaders, community and volunteers.
Proactively analyze and review receipts and expenses in line with the work plan and budget, prepare
financial reports, collect, analyze and manage all the project related data, filing system, receipts, and
vouchers, financial and other administrative records.
Manage and update project and institutional records for audit and reviews
Facilitate the process of progress reporting, audit, and reviews
Keep himself/ herself aware of the latest financial, administrative, income tax and personnel management
rules and regulations and facilitate the senior management in appropriate financial and administrative
decision making.
Play proactive and instrumental role to successfully achieve the cooperation program objectives through
efficient financial management.
Facilitate and/or undertake periodic appraisals, reviews and forecasts.
Manage cash flows, bank records, bookkeeping and accounting procedures with overall financial and cash
controls
Represent cooperation program and its partners work at meetings and forums as and when required

Responsible for ensuring that financial transactions, accounting standards protocols, financial policy of
JAD Foundation are fully implemented and ensured.
Take on any other tasks as when and where required.

Person Specification
Essential
Knowledge
Postgraduate/
Masters
degree
in
business
management/M Com/ACCA
High-quality computer IT knowledge and skills.
Recruitment, procurement, HRM, and negotiation skills

Desirable
Demonstrated knowledge of latest
project administration and financial
management tools and systems and
finance and administration in local
government

Experience
Excellent working knowledge of the
Minimum 5 years in administration and financial computer applications in accounting and
management recruitment, procurement, and human
resource development experiences with NGOs/donor- management
funded projects.
Others
Knowledge of the donor funded projects and grant management.
Knowledge of the personnel management, procurement management, bookkeeping and audit
facilitation.
High quality was written/verbal communication skills including well-demonstrated financial analysis
and reporting
Self-motivated person able to work independently
Able to effectively promoted foundations mission values and objectives

5 & 6. Two training and youth development Officers (one male and one female)
The Role of position in the organization:
The Training Officer is responsible for engaging/involve, train, organizing and making functional the youth councils
at village/Tehsil and District Level. To enhance the essential capacity of the youth and women leadership to
strengthen their capacity to manage disasters and emergencies at the local level and to plan to mitigate the
emerging threats of disaster. To provide exposure opportunities to the emerging youth generation in collaboration
with the local government leadership. To establish and functional village youth councils, Tehsil and district youth
councils and linking with national and international youth forums and other organizations to harness their
potentials to meet the future challenges.
Reporting line: PO and Project coordinator
Key working relationships:
Internal: PC, PO, tripartite agreement partners. Project staff.
External: District and provincial government agencies, communities, youth and women activists and volunteers,
elected representatives of local government, sector stakeholders and other NGOs operational in Chitral.
Job Purpose

The Training Officer will provide managerially and leadership support to the youth and women leadership across
the district and establish youth councils at village/Tehsil and district level to coordinate youth development
activities/program at the village to district national and global level. The training and youth development officer
will extend capacity development support to project partners and youth and local representatives to ensure
successful implementation of the cooperation program, its policy, DRR agenda, and objectives.
The overarching strategic objective of the work of the Training Officer is to implement the project training and
building capacity of youth leadership in a befitting manner for peacebuilding and conflict transformation at the
local level.
Key Responsibilities:
He/she will be the frontline driver of the field implementation of training initiatives of the cooperation
program and will be required to provide quality input in designing training curriculum and manuals.
Plan, organize, facilitate and manage field training activities and need assessments for DRR/DRM of local
government leaders, CSOs, ERTs, DDMUs, youth, community, and volunteers.
Proactively analyze and review training outputs/impact in line with project results and objectives.
Develop, manage, and update training records/reports learning outcomes and achievement of
deliverables etc.
Facilitate the process of development and documentation of capacity enhancement, ToRs, bylaws, IEC
materials, profiles for youth councils, forums, and committees
Develop working relationships with government agencies, volunteers, ERTs and CSOs of the areas and
conduct regular follow-ups of training participants and skill changes.
Keep him/herself aware of the local agenda and work of other sector partners in order to implement more
effectively, as well as inclusively, the disaster governance policy influencing agenda through training and
capacity development activities.
Play proactive and instrumental role to successfully achieve the cooperation program objectives.
Facilitate and/or undertake thematic research studies and development of learning materials.
Facilitate capacity support to partners/stakeholders in mutually identified areas and agreed to timelines.
Represent cooperation program and its partners work at meetings and forums at district and community.
Take on any other tasks as when and where required.
Person Specification
Essential
Knowledge
Masters degree or Graduate with 5 years experience
with NGOs/INGOs Government and corporate sector with
the strong public relationship, well aware about the
youth challenges and development aspect.
Well aware about the local govt system and functioning.
Knowledge of conducting training and managing
participants, developing curriculum in disaster risk
management/local government management.
Information
and
communication
technological
orientation and understanding/competences.

Desirable

Demonstrated
knowledge
in
DRR/DRM sector issues, advocacy
networks, and social movements in
Pakistan and specifically in KPK and
Chitral.
Understanding of local government
system
Well aware of the office
management,
recordkeeping,
administration and procedures of
the office operation.
Previous experience working with
JAD Foundation will be preferred.

Experience
Excellent working knowledge of the
Minimum 3 years in social mobilization, program
community-based DRR/DRM and
coordination and training with DRR/DRM projects.
local government system in KPK
Related experience of 1-2 years experience with public
Public relation and political culture
relation, conflict transformation, youth and leadership
sensitivity.
development.
Others
Knowledge of the political and governmental structure and policy making the process at district level
would be preferred.
Knowledge on cross-linkages of DRR/DRM with other sectors of social development would also be
preferred areas of knowledge.
High quality was written/verbal communication skills including well-demonstrated lobbying and
advocacy ability
Self-motivated person able to work independently
Able to effectively promote JAD foundations mission values and objectives
Previous experience working with JAD Foundation with the good track record will be preferable.