Human Resources Development Technical Advisor , Afghanistan

Afghanistan
Capacity Building for Results Facility (CBRF)
Loan No./Credit No./ Grant No.: TF 011447-AF
Type: Individual Consultant (International)
Assignment Title: Human Resources Development Technical Advisor
Reference No. (as per Procurement Plan): S-006
Issue Date: January 26, 2013
Closing Date: February 15, 2013

The Islamic Republic of Afghanistan has received financing from the World Bank towards the cost of the Capacity Building for Results Facility and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services.

The Capacity Building for Results Facility (CBR) now invites eligible Individual Consultant to indicate their interest in providing the services. Interested Consultants should provide information demonstrating that they have the required qualifications and relevant experience to perform the services. Capacity Building for Results Facility (CBR) Project, established in January 2012 for at least 5 years, aims to support the government’s effort to improve the capacity and performance of core line ministries responsible for national priority programs. The CBR project’s development objective is to assist the government in improving the capacity and performance of select line ministries in carrying out their mandates and delivering services to the Afghan people. This will be achieved through the implementation of specific capacity and institution building programs, which include systematic monitoring of and reporting on results. CBR is financed by the Afghanistan Reconstruction Trust Fund (ARTF), and facilitated by the World Bank. Capacity Building For Results Facility (CBR) Project Support Unit (based in Directorate General of Budget) of the Ministry of Finance would like to recruit qualified Human Resources Development Technical Advisor with the following duties and responsibilities:

The Consultant will be selected in accordance with the Individual Consultant (IC) method set out in the Consultant Guidelines.

Summary of Key Functions:
• Develop and deliver skills training and professional development opportunities for HRDD staffs
• Developing a comprehensive strategy and strategic plan for the HRDD
• Provides technical assistance to HRDD
• Develop comprehensive HR manual and related HR procedures
• Conducts research and produce technical papers on current HR challenges and strategies
• Provides technical assistance and guidance to HRDD
• Develop communication strategy and employees relation plan in ministries
• Develop employees relation guidelines and standard checklist for evaluation
• Develop HR planning guideline for HRDD
• Reports on the activities and progress to the HRDD and IARCSC management
• Performs other activities as discussed with the IARCSC CSMD management.

Other Tasks:
• Any other tasks and responsibilities assigned by direct supervisor.
Reporting Relationship:
Reports to Director of Human Resources Development Directorate of IARCSC

Education, Experience and other required criteria:
• Graduate studies on HR management, public administration, social sciences, government, law or similar area
• Minimum of five years of experience in HR field, work experience with Government of Afghanistan will be an extra advantage
• A good understanding of Afghanistan government procedures and laws and policies addressing HR issues
• Previous work experience with government agencies will be an advantage
• Previous work experience in HR is desirable
• Ability to work independently, under pressure and manage conflicting priorities
• High level of proficiency in computer systems, internet navigation and various office applications
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills

• Language Requirements:
Fluency in English (oral, writing and speaking)

How to apply:

Interested INTERNATIONAL CANDIDATES should submit their updated application comprises your CV and a one-page cover letter explaining your interest and suitability for the advertised position.

Expressions of interest must be delivered in a written form to the address below (by e-mail) by February 15, 2013.

Project Support Unit - MoF
Capacity Building for Results Facility (CBR)
Attn: Sayed Ibrar Hashimi, Procurement Officer
4th Floor, Directorate General Budget
Ministry of Finance
Tel: +93 (0) 787 714 605
E-mail: cbr.vacancies@budgetmof.gov.af

PLEASE MENTIONS THE REFERENCE NUMBER & NAME OF POSITION YOU ARE APPLYING IN YOUR E-MAIL SUBJECT LINE, OTHER WISE THE APPLICATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED

APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THE DEADLINE WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

ONLY SHORT LISTED CONDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED FOR INTERVIEW.

The vacancy announcement is open only for international (s) applicants