Senior –International Technical Advisor to Agriculture and Rural Development Cluster (ARD)

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Job Summary

Provide senior technical support to the Cluster strategy development, program and project
analysis and design as well as other planning and implementation work of the Clusters,
with particular support provided to the Cluster-lead Coordinating ministry.
Maintain a close working relationship and coherent coordination with cluster line
ministries.
Provide technical advice and guidance to enable ARD members to develop priority action
programs and projects.
Provide technical assistance to the cluster secretariat and ministry focal points to facilitate
planning of the cluster processes in support of the program proposal development.
Together with the national technical adviser, collect and analyze information on ARD
Cluster matters and politico-economic data; Coordinate the development of up-to-date
thematic and country files;
Contribute to a dynamic process that assists ARD participations to think outside of the
box, encourage tough policy choices if needed, and assist in developing and
implementing cutting edge programs.
Ensure consistency of Cluster concepts and planning approach among Clusters by
helping to identify linkages between Cluster objectives, and facilitating technical
coordination within and across the Clusters.
Provide facilitation for Cluster strategy and planning sessions as well as technical working
group meetings focused proposal development and on implementation, when appropriate.
Assist in developing programs and their projects that have been outlined by the Cluster,
including costing portions of the programs, developing budgets, indicators, etc.
Support the Cluster Manager in ensuring the proper and efficient flow of information
between the CCC Secretariat and the Cluster.
Provide technical support to the program teams at individual ministries/ agencies as
requested by the Cluster Coordinator or the Cluster Manager.
Any other emerging task and assistance related to cluster issues as requested by the
Cluster-lead ministry and the cluster secretariat

Duties & Responsibilities

Reporting to:
H.E. Minister of Minister of Agriculture, Irrigation and livestock– H.E. M.Asif Rahimi, H.E. Deputy
Minister of Policy (MoF) – Humayun Hamidzada,the Cluster Secretariat, and ANDP Project
Manager.
Deliverables:
Ensure that the Cluster’s National Priority Programs proposals are developed and
implemented in an integrated manner with the larger national plan and the plans of other
Clusters.
Provide technical assistance to the Cluster secretariat and ministry focal points to facilitate
planning and implementation of the Clusters process and identified national programs in
support of the envisioned objectives.
Competencies:
VA Number: ANDP/MoF/09/018 (Re-Advertised)
Professionalism: Demonstrated competence in program design and management, policy
making, planning and monitoring. Conscientious and efficient in observing deadlines,
achieving results. Takes accountability for goals and challenges.
Communication: Effective and distinct communication ability with excellent written and
verbal communications skills. Ability to defend, explain with tact and diplomacy difficult
positions addressing key policy issues.
Teamwork: Demonstrated team building and team leadership skills; Ability to work
collaboratively with and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with
colleagues of different nationalities and cultural backgrounds, in order to achieve
organizational goals.
Planning and Organizing: Ability to identify priority activities and assignments within the
areas of responsibility consistent with agreed strategies and organizational goals; Track
record of excellent time management and ability to meet tight deadlines. Demonstrated
ability to plan, budget, coordinate and manage complex projects.
Leadership: Ability to develop strategies and empower others to accomplish objectives
and solve problems, ability to evaluate performance and mentor; Ability to take
responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives into substantive work and commitment
to the goal of achieving gender balance in staffing.
Judgment/Decision-making: Good judgment initiative, imagination and resourcefulness;
ability to identify key issues in a complex situation, and come to the heart of the problem
quickly; Gathers relevant information before making a decision, makes tough decision
when necessary; proposes a course of action or makes recommendations based an all
available information.

Job Requirements

Education:
Demonstrated expertise and experience in the Agriculture and Rural Development sector,
particularly as it relates to Afghanistan.
Experience:
Direct senior-level experience in Afghanistan interacting with GoA officials and ministries.
Proven expertise and experience in translating policy directives into practical application
through ministry National Priority programs / projects.
Proven skills to facilitate linkages with donor governments and organizations and share
knowledge of non-GoA aid programs and activities related to the Cluster.
At least eight to ten years of progressively responsible experience in a field relating to
sustainable development, post-war recovery and/ or Public Administration of which five
years should be at the international level. Knowledge of the Government system is an
asset, and a track record of diplomatic negotiations.
Language Requirements:
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Proficiency in English Language.

Submission Guideline

Interested International Candidates should submit their applications, clearly indicating on the
sealed envelope the Vacancy Announcement Number to Parwiz Qarizada, Admin/HR Officer at
Office of Deputy Minister for Policy, Ministry of Finance, or email their applications (indicating on
the subject line the VA number and the title of the position applied for) to
jobs.andp@gmail.com .
Please note that incomplete applications and applications received after the closing date (05
November 2010) will not be given consideration. Only short-listed candidates whose application
responds to the above criteria will be contacted for test and an interview.

Functional Area

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