Project Advisor (Juvenile)

About INL/CSSP

PAE is responsible for the INL/Corrections System Support Program (INL/CSSP) that is funded by the US Department of State and is a non-for-profit organization. INL/CSSP is helping Afghanistan improve its Corrections system by providing technical assistance, advice and training to Afghanistan Corrections system professionals.

Job Summary

The Project Advisor (Juvenile) is a member of the CSSP Juvenile Team and reports directly to the Juvenile Team-Senior Project Advisor and ultimately the CSSP Deputy Chief of Team-LN.

This position is engaged in, general and specialized training, and operational support in providing comprehensive mentoring, advising and instruction to the Juvenile Rehabilitation Directorate, Ministry of Justice and all Juvenile Rehabilitation Centers, resulting in a sustainable knowledge transfer. Organizes work, sets priorities and determines resource requirements; determines short-term/long-term goals; coordinates with other organizations or parts of the organization to accomplish goals; monitors progress and evaluates outcomes. 

The Project Advisor (Juvenile) will work as a partner with the Juvenile Rehabilitation Directorate, Ministry of Justice and all Juvenile Rehabilitation Centers to foster a conducive mentoring environment and building of administrative capacity. Furthermore, he/she will enhance JRD/MOJ capabilities, within the parameters of Afghan law and regulation; Increase and inculcate respect for human rights with a specific focus on vulnerable populations; Work with JRD/MOJ executives in developing sustainable training programs, Case management programs, Vocational programs and assist in the development implementation of operational directives.

Liaise with senior Afghan government officials and provide mentoring, analytical services and support when necessary. Develop and implement strategies, policies, and plans that affect program operations. Prepares well-written summary reports based on reviews of records, conducts data collection and generates analytical reports, and ensures timely submissions of weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports as part of the Juvenile Team ensures all SOW deliverables are met. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Duties & Responsibilities

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Demonstrate a working knowledge of Afghan criminal law and procedures. Ability to develop and maintains effective relationships; effectively works with difficult, hostile, or distressed people; is sensitive to tribal and cultural diversity, race, gender, sexual orientation, and individuals with disabilities. Must have excellent oral and written English, Dari, and Pashtu communication skills, including the ability to produce clear, logical, and concise reports. Skilled with Microsoft Office to include: Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint. 

Leadership and Managerial Skills:

Inspires and fosters team commitment, spirit, pride, and trust. Facilitates cooperation and motivates team members to accomplish group goals. Makes well-informed, effective, and timely decisions, even when data are limited or solutions produce unpleasant consequences; perceives the impact and implications of decisions. Excellent problem-solving skills to be able to identify and analyze problems; uses sound reasoning to arrive at conclusions; find alternative solutions to complex problems; distinguish between relevant and irrelevant information to make logical judgments. Ability to provide sound advice, guidance, and consultation based on results of the analysis. Holds self and subordinates accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results. Determines objectives, sets priorities, and delegates work. Complies with established control systems and rules.

Job Requirements

Education and Certification Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree, Legal

Completion of a four (4) year degree from an accredited university in a relevant field and/or three (3) years of experience in an Afghan Rule of Law Program; Afghan Ministry; International Organization; or Non-Government Organizations (NGO) as an administrator, supervisor, or Project Advisor. Up to two years’ experience can be substituted for candidates with a relevant graduate level degree from an accredited university. Demonstrated ability to present both verbally and in writing with clarity and precision to senior level executives.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Demonstrate a working knowledge of Afghan criminal law and procedures. Ability to develop and maintains effective relationships; effectively works with difficult, hostile, or distressed people; is sensitive to tribal and cultural diversity, race, gender, sexual orientation, and individuals with disabilities. Must have excellent oral and written English, Dari, and Pashtu communication skills, including the ability to produce clear, logical, and concise reports. Skilled with Microsoft Office to include: Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint. 

Leadership and Managerial Skills:

Inspires and fosters team commitment, spirit, pride, and trust. Facilitates cooperation and motivates team members to accomplish group goals. Makes well-informed, effective, and timely decisions, even when data are limited or solutions produce unpleasant consequences; perceives the impact and implications of decisions. Excellent problem-solving skills to be able to identify and analyze problems; uses sound reasoning to arrive at conclusions; find alternative solutions to complex problems; distinguish between relevant and irrelevant information to make logical judgments. Ability to provide sound advice, guidance, and consultation based on results of the analysis. Holds self and subordinates accountable for measurable high-quality, timely, and cost-effective results. Determines objectives, sets priorities, and delegates work. Complies with established control systems and rules.

Submission Guideline

Submission Guidelines:Email your resume to PAE-CSSPLN-JobApplications@pae.com no later than 4:00pm Friday November 15, 2019.

(Please only send to the above email address.)

You must include the position title in the email subject line for your application to be considered. 

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