Afghanistan Customs Advisor (Human Resource Development)

UNOPS helps its partners in the United Nations system meet the world’s needs for building peace, recovering from disaster, and creating sustainable development. UNOPS is known for its ability to implement complex projects in all types of environments around the globe. In an effort to promote organizational excellence, UNOPS seeks highly qualified individuals for the following position:

CANDIDATES WHO HAVE APPLIED ERLIER NEED NOT TO RE-SUBMIT THEIR APPLICATIONS AGAIN.

Vacancy Details

Vacancy Code: 2011/UNOPS/AGOC/SCRTFP/VA/029 Post Title: Customs Advisor (Human Resource Development) (Re-advertised)

Post Level: International ICA – level 3 Project Title: Afghanistan Operations Centre (AGOC) Org Unit: EMO – AGOC

Duty Station: Kabul, Afghanistan (non-family)

Duration: 12 months (with possibility of extension)

Closing Date: 04 January 2012

Background

UNOPS’ strategy for Afghanistan is aimed at providing maximum support to the Government and people of Afghanistan though the delivery of projects and services in line with the government’s own priorities. The UNOPS Afghanistan Operation Center (AGOC) has been established as an organizational mechanism to deliver a range of projects for which UNOPS has been designated as the implementation agency. At present, UNOPS AGOC is implementing a number of projects in a range of sectors including infrastructure (roads and schools) development, capacity building to various ministries, and environmental protection, among others, on behalf of the Government of Afghanistan and the donor community.

The functional objective of UNOPS AGOC is to deliver projects in an efficient and effective manner, to achieve the development outcomes sought by the Government of Afghanistan and the donor community, where capacity building is always considered and encouraged. The aim of UNOPS AGOC is to provide implementation services to the Government of Afghanistan, the donor community and partner agencies in the reconstruction and development of the country. In doing so, UNOPS aims to exceed client expectations in the delivery of quality services throughout the country.

Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting directly to the Team Leader (TL) & Chief Technical Advisor (CTA) of the project, the Customs Advisor (HRD) shall perform the following duties and responsibilities, but not limited to:

•Review the existing organizational structure of ACD and recommend appropriate changes for improving its functional capacity. •Draw up detailed charter of duties and responsibilities for various functionaries in the revised organizational structure. •Help in developing a comprehensive restructuring plan with clearly defined implementation strategy and roadmap. •Conduct study of the existing pay and grading structure in ACD and recommend sustainable pay and pension reform package for ACD employees to attract and retain skilled and competent workforce. •Ensure that the remuneration and personnel policies of ACD are transparent and establish appropriate anti-corruption processes and safeguards in consonance with GAAP recommendations. •Work on rotation & reward policy in coordination with other international advisors. •Conduct a training need assessment survey for ACD and make suitable recommendation for training plans in coordination with HR department. •Help set up institutional capacity building mechanisms in ACD. •Liaise and coordinate with the management of Afghan National Customs Academy and evaluate the current training contents used in the Academy for its revision and enrichment. •Consolidation of all Customs training material and its publication for availability in future. •Provide necessary support for organizational change and strategic capacity building initiatives requiring mentoring and training at national and provincial levels. •Help in identifying and analyzing weakness in implementation structure of ASYCUDA and recommend suitable changes. •Assist in creating enabling environment within ACD for the efficient functioning of ASYCUDA, including development and implementation of clear and reasonable HR policies and procedures. •Assist in implementation of Ministry’s gender strategy for advancement of gender equality in ACD. •Help in developing and establishing governance processes based on GAAP matrix to guard against nepotism and corruption in ACD. •Perform other duties as may be assigned by the DG Customs or Team Leader.

Required Selection Criteria

Competencies •Ability to analyze organizational weaknesses and suggest changes to address them through restructuring and revised package of pay & incentives •Experience in Customs administration and HR development •Experience in capacity development and training need assessment. •Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision and direction; •Capable of working with others in a participatory and capacity building manner; •Strong communications skills and ability to work in a team to achieve organizational goals; •Ability to establish and maintain excellent contacts with colleagues, senior government officials, donors and other UN agencies; •Good analytical skills; resourcefulness, initiative, maturity of judgment; •Self-motivated, versatile and adaptable to different cultures and people. •Ability to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.

Education/Experience/Language •Masters Degree in Human Resource Development, Personnel Management, Law, Public Administration and/or Customs Development related studies. A First Level University Degree with additional 2 years of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of the Advanced University Degree. •Degree or Professional Certificate in government administration a distinct advantage •Minimum 13-14 years of work experience in HR development, personnel management, policy making and modern customs administration •Experience in monitoring, control and evaluation of the progress of customs reform projects in Afghanistan or similar developing countries •Excellent command of both oral and written English a must •Working knowledge of the local language considered an advantage •Working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets, MS visio and other computer programs for office

How to apply:

Submission of Applications

Qualified candidates may submit their application, including a letter of interest, complete Curriculum Vitae and an updated United Nations Personal History Form (P.11) (available on our website), to EMO AGOC Human Resources, via e-mail to emo.agoc.vacint@unops.org. Kindly indicate the vacancy number and the post title in the subject line when applying by email.

Additional Considerations

-Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. -Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified. -Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. -UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a level below the advertised level of the post.

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