MHCP Program Manager /Focal Point

Job Summary:

1: Ensure context analysis to contribute on the deliberation of strategy and positioning of MHCP-GP in Helmand province.

2: Ensure program implementation with a strong focus on technical support to MHCP-GP components of all AAH ongoing programmes in Helmand.

3: Ensure Human Resource, Logistics and budget management – with a strong focus on internal capacity building on MHCP-GP related topics.

4: Represent AAH in internal/external coordination with local authorities and partners

Duties & Responsibilities:

Objective 1: Ensure context analysis to contribute on the deliberation of strategy and positioning of MHCP-GP in Helmand province

§ Undertake systematic and thorough analysis of the humanitarian situation (needs, gaps and barriers) in Helmand; and participate in the planning of assessments in the new/existing intervention areas

§ Take notice of the sectorial orientations of national strategy and understand the implications for field of activities

§ Identify the presence and the strategic orientations of other partners in the field with a view to improving coordination and effective working.

§ Contribute to proposals for intervention (Context analysis, logical framework, budget, time scales and logistics) in collaboration with the departments concerned.

§ Ensure capitalization /data management system on MHCP-GP related information to strengthen analysis of the evolution of the situation.

Objective 2: Ensure program implementation with a strong focus on technical support to MHCP-GP components of all AAH ongoing programmes in Helmand

§ Coordination of MHCP GP’s mainstreaming and integration within other projects and sectors; and conduct regular field supervision and on the job visits to the ongoing projects;

• In collaboration with HoD, DHoD, FM, and PMs/DPMs analyze and control the technical performance of all projects;

§ Contribute to the coordination between all departments, whether technical (WaSH, Nutrition, Health, FSL, ERM), support (logistics, HR, finance) or transversal (MEAL, ACEM and security).

§ Contribute to regular updates of the SoP, tools, gender analysis and care plans for each project implementation that includes components of MHCP GP

§ Provide guidance and advice to the program teams so that emergency interventions are always justified and based on sound needs assessment and gap analysis.

• Ensures that the technical protocols, manuals, guidelines and forms used in the field are in line; with AAH validated technical tools and when available and possible, with national guidelines;

·        Prepare internal and external reports for clusters, authorities, AAH and donors, including case studies and success stories.

Objective 3: Ensure Human Resource, Logistics and budget management – with a strong focus on internal capacity building on MHCP-GP related topics

• Determine staffing needs and carry out recruitment process as per established HR policies.
• Ensure that performance appraisals for all staff are done in a timeline manner, in line with ACF performance management policy

§ Identify training needs of AAH staff, prepare and facilitate/ execute the trainings – in close collaboration with AAH HoD, DHoD and PSS MT.

§ Ensure all staffs are aware and abide by security and safety guidelines of AAH

§ In collaboration with Admin/Finance manager, ensure that finance tools are updated, respected, and that procedures are followed.

§ In collaboration with Logistics manager, ensure that logistics tools are updated, respected and that procedures are followed.

Objective 4: Represent AAH in internal/external coordination with local authorities and partners

·        Represent AAH at internal and external forums/ networks; establishing and maintaining contact with a range of organizations and individuals who can support the programme in the provincial level.

• Contribution and follow-up on administrative documents (MOU, handover…) jointly with governmental authorities, communities or partners

·        Setting up and regularly updating the MHCP-GP actors mapping in Helmand province; ensuring regular meetings with them and physical visits to their office/activities.

·        Work closely with project team, partners and relevant government departments (Education, DoWA, etc)

·        Participate in sub-cluster level meetings in regional and provincial 

Job Requirement:

Bachelor`s degree in psychology, psycho-social services or related field (Medical Degree, Social science, Public health) from reputed university

Minimum 3 years of experience in NGOs including at least 2 years in mental health or GBV related program

-         Strong experience in project cycle management is a must

-         Strong experience as a manager is a must

-         Strong experience in and familiarity with protection and related issues in Afghanistan and/or emergency   

-         Strong experience in and familiarity with psycho-social methodology

-         Good organization, planning and reporting skills

-         Strong interpersonal and communication skill  

-         Good team interaction and positive attitude

-         Fluent English in speaking and writing as well as local language

Familiar with word, excel, Skype and email 

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