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Government/CSO Liaison Officer

Counterpart International, Multi Location

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Multi Location ()
Full Time
893

About Counterpart International

Job Summary

The Government/CSO Liaison Officer will be responsible for IPACS-II activities related to improving civil society involvement in enforcing NGO legislation and in the policy-making process. This includes establishing a working group comprised of government officials, Afghan CSOs, Afghan CSO umbrella organizations and USAID. S/he will also provide technical assistance and input for improving CSO reporting requirements as well as availability of information on registered CSOs. S/he will report to the Director of Legislative Strengthening and work closely with the program’s Legal Advisor.

This position requires that the incumbent work with a minimum of supervisory guidance and act in a responsible and professional manner as a representative of Counterpart. This position supports all Counterpart activities, contributing as a team member.

Duties & Responsibilities

Support the establishment of civil society/government working group to improve civil society legal framework and accountability. This includes organizing workshops, roundtables and legislative reviews.
• Work with ISO and CSSC partners to ensure that they are keeping provincial ministry representatives informed of the working group’s developments.
• Oversee the review of the NGO Department’s Harmonized Reporting Form in collaboration with the Ministry of Economy.
• Organize training and provide technical assistance for the MoE NGO Department staff to maintain an accurate and publicly accessible online database of registered CSOs.
• Harmonize efforts within the Ministry of Economy, Ministry of Justice and civil society organizations to create a CSO Directory of registered CSOs.
• Participate in collecting information for and preparing bi weekly and quarterly reports on program activities, including review of partners’ reports and provide feedback as needed.
• Participate in promoting the exchange of government accountability information and expertise across the country.
• Contribute to overall I-PACS project planning and development and participate in the development of CPI’s Annual Work Plan.
• As requested, assist in planning for, facilitate and/or participate fully in meetings and ad hoc working groups;
• Keep informed of civil society issues and developments in Afghanistan.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Job Requirements

University degree or 1-3 years of experience in related field.
• At least 5 years of progressively more responsible program experience working with International and/or national NGOs.
• Experience with civil society legal framework, CSO accountability, and engaging government stakeholders strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency in English language, both spoken and written, in addition to two main local languages, Dari and Pashto;
• Good computer skills to include Internet, Word, Excel, database;
• Advanced organizational, communication and reporting skills,
• Ability to work both independently and as an effective team member.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent cross-cultural skills, ability to work in a diverse, multi-cultural NGO environment, with respect, professionalism and gender sensitivity

Submission Guideline

Applications: Qualified candidates are requested to send their application along with copy of updated CV to the attention of the Counterpart HR Department (clearly indicate the position title in the subject line) via email to admin@counterpart-afg.org no later than Thursday 20 January, 2011. Due to technical issues Counterpart requests that candidates do not apply directly through the www.jobs.af website. Hard copies of applications can be mailed to: Counterpart International, Lane 3 on the right, Kolola Pushta Street, Ansari Squar, Share Naw, Kabul Afghanistan .

Counterpart International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, national origin, marital status, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, personal appearance, family responsibilities, political affiliation, or enrollment in a college, university, technical school, or adult education. For additional information about Counterpart International I-PCAS, please visit www.counterpart-afg.org

Functional Area

Legal

Countries

Post Date

Jan 09, 2011

Closing Date

Feb 20, 2011

Reference

NA

Number of Vacancies

1

Salary Range

Salary is negotiable

Years of Experience

5 years

Probation Period

1 month

Contract Type

Permanent

Contract Duration

Not Specified

Contract Extensible

false

Gender

Male