NGO JOBS

Duration: 12 monthsGeneral Objectives:This is a Senior Management position expected to develop national FSL programming and co-ordinate the effective technical implementation and strategic engagement with the cluster/working groups by ACF departmental staff at the national and provincial levels in Pakistan. The FSL Coordinator is the primary focal point in giving key technical guidance on program development at all stages of the project cycle to FSL staff as well as validating reporting. He/she assists Program Manager and Field Coordinators in ensuring mission strategic objectives are supported and realized. He/she sets guidelines and standards and is responsible for capacity building, technical support and ensuring quality for all FSL activities. Specific Objectives:Objective 1: To develop national Food Security and Livelihoods programming and co-ordinate its effective technical implementation nationally.Activities: Provide technical guidance and support the field-based program managers towards implementing high-quality programs which adhere to governmental and organizational rules and guidelines. To attend national level and where appropriate, important international/provincial/field-level technical fora, working groups, workshops and strategic think tanks related to the department. To plan, prepare and, where needed, directly support or execute technical assessments (taking in to account ACF integration approach) and ensure reports are correctly and timely submitted to line management. To validate the technical approaches and methodologies used in the field according to latest ACF and government guidelines. To work with the Field Coordinators and Program Managers in identifying needs, gaps, priority areas and appropriate interventions in locations where ACF works and in new locations in the mission country. When possible, to ensure integration of programs with other departments. To technically support the monitoring, evaluation and reporting procedures and systems set forth by the mission management. To support the annual development of the mission’s departmental strategy in line with the ACF International Strategic Plan 2010-2015, ACF-USA strategic plan, and context needs.Objective 2: To develop technically relevant reports and proposals reflective of government, organization and donor guidelines and to ensure they are submitted on time to line management.Activities: To work with the Program Managers in developing new proposals for relief, recovery and developmental interventions, and contractually required donor and internal reports. To coordinate with the Field Coordinator, Logistics Coordinator and Administration Coordinator in finalizing and validating proposals and reports before submitting to the Deputy Country Director. To ensure all reports and proposals submitted to the Deputy Country Director have been technically consulted with the relevant Technical Advisor(s) in HQ. To ensure technical work plans are coherent with financial and procurement plans based on context and experience. To coordinate with other Technical Coordinators for integrated projects and, with the Field Coordinator, ensure technical field staff is supported in doing the same. To continuously compile and improve mission technical documentation (maps, reports, evaluations, meeting minutes, guidelines) and proactively disseminate it to the field staff, Field Coordinators and PQA staff as well as add this to the library in ISL head office Ensure a cohesive and harmonized roll out of monitoring, capitalization, accountability and learning initiatives within the FSL department. To submit all required and requested reports and ad hoc updates (TMR/APR, MEAL support information, government reporting, etc, see below for further info.) on time. To submit, before End of Mission, a substantial Handover report to the replacement, DCD, and HQ Technical Adviser and when possible, to ensure a field handover visit is made.Objective 3: To support proper and adequate resource management: HR, Finance and assets.Activities: To support in the recruitment of departmental staff: Technical validation of Job Descriptions, recruitment testing and if needed, interviews. Ensuring Job Descriptions are reflective of the major national technical context changes. National coherence of Job Descriptions in the mission. Direct recruitment in field in the absence of a Program Manager (for example for new or emergency interventions) To ensure timely, accurate and complete technical feedback and objectives are submitted to Field Coordinators and other line managers of field staff To foster the career development of national and international technical staff and to carry out relevant technical training for the staff as evidenced by appraisal or directed by management. To support the field Program Managers in evaluations of the national departmental staff To support, with the Field Coordinator, the Program Managers in creating field-level departmental organigrams. To support, with the Logistics Coordinator and Field Coordinator, the Program Managers in creating programmatic Procurement Plans. To support the Logistics department in ensuring timely delivery of equipments and materials by making sure supplies have the required technical validation on time nationally and in the field. Support the Administration Coordinator and Field Coordinators in financial forecasting for programs.Objective 4: To represent the department and the organization at national, regional, or international levels and promote ACF’s technical viewpoints, guidelines and methods of work.Activities: To represent ACF within national co-ordination groups and actively seek out high-level groups in which to advocate for ACF and its beneficiaries.’ To represent ACF at any relevant forum as required/requested by the CD. As necessary, to liaise with donor technical staff in relations to ACF’s programming. To proactively collaborate with national authorities, ACF counterparts and staff, partner agencies and consortia/Alliances/partnerships. To ensure ACF Pakistan and the Pakistani context is adequately represented at specific ACF regional undertakings in matters of departmental significanceQualifications Advanced University degree (Masters) preferably in food security, agronomy, veterinary, forestry, socio-economics, rural development, anthropology, geography, international development or related studies.Skills and ExperienceEssential: Significant experience with INGOs in recovery and complex emergencies. Significant experience managing food security and livelihoods programs, including cash-based interventions. Proven management and coordination skills (HR, projects, and stress management). Proven ability to translate analysis and evaluation into operational planning and strategy. Experience with monitoring, evaluation, accountability and learning as well as PCM. Experience with donor communications. Ability to work in an insecure, politically and culturally sensitive context. Ability to work in a mainstreamed manner and analyze/capitalize institutionalized information. Experience in designing transitional, early recovery, resilience-focused and/or development projects. Experience in implementing and/or managing components of both rural development projects (e.g. livestock, agriculture, support to on-farm activities) and cash-based projects (e.g. cash, vouchers, cash-for-work, safety nets/social protection)Preferred: Good diplomatic and negotiation skills Previous experience with partnerships and alliances an asset. Knowledge of donors’ guidelines and procedures (ECHO, UNICEF, OCHA, CIDA etc.) Disciplined and able to work and arrive at decisions autonomously and with minimal guidance. Fluent in English (professional English), with excellent writing skills.

Position: Country Finance Director Location: Pakistan (based in Islamabad with travel to Field sites)Responsible to: Country Director, Programme Finance ManagerWorking with: Country Management Team, Programme Finance Officer and Head Office
Duration: 24 months, with extension subject to fundingSalary: £37,370 - £38,120 per annum (dependant on relevant experience)Benefits: Insurance cover, accommodation, R&R, annual leave entitlement of 24 days per annum rising to 30 days at the completion of 12 months of continuous employment with Merlin.

Merlin International ProfileUndaunted and determined, Merlin saves lives. We deliver medical expertise to the toughest places. And we stay to help build lasting health care. Our mission is to end the needless loss of life in the poorest countries caused by a lack of effective health care. We help communities set up medical services for the long term including hospitals, clinics, surgeries and training for nurses and other health workers. We do whatever it takes and we stay for as long as it takes.

Context and BackgroundMerlin’s country programmes vary considerably in terms of their focus, size and complexity, and also in levels of financial capability and strategic thinking. The Country Finance Director is a key member of the Country Management Team, which is responsible for managing existing country activities and developing a clear country strategy and associated income streams.

This role is directly managed by the Country Director, and is technically managed by the Regional Finance Manager in Head Office. This role links directly with the Regional Finance Officer in Merlin’s Head Office in London on a day-to-day basis and the effectiveness of this relationship directly impacts project management and accountability. Appraisal for this role is undertaken jointly by the Country Director and the Programmes Finance Manager.

Main purpose of the roleThe Country Finance Director, as a member of the Country Management Team, plays a key role in developing and implementing the country strategy especially the required financial inputs, as well as ensuring that there are sound financial practices in country and rigorous budgetary control.

This position provides financial management for a multi-programme and multi-site operation in a challenging living and working environment. A key priority in all locations is to embed clear financial management controls and to ensure understanding of and compliance with these by all staff.

Overall Objectives Reporting to the Country Director, and working closely with Regional Finance team in Merlin’s London Head Office, the Country Finance Director will:

• Be a member of the Country Management Team and take the lead role on financial planning, forecasting, budgeting and developing financial management capacity throughout the country.
• Directly manage the Country Finance Team to ensure effective and proactive financial leadership, support and guidance is provided to managers in country.• Be responsible for the preparation and reporting of field finances to head office and ensure that budget preparation, financial reporting and amendment planning for donors is completed in a timely manner and approved by head office before submission.

• Lead on country programme annual audits, as well as donor project audits.• Ensure appropriate systems and procedures, support and guidance for country programmes.

• Ensure that country processes, charging methods and documentation comply in all respects with donor and internal audit requirements

ResponsibilitiesFinancial Oversight• Ensure internal financial procedures, systems, policies and controls are applied and complied with throughout the country programme operations by all staff• Be the lead person and provide financial support on all financial issues in the country Management Team • Develop the funding/finance strategy for the country • Prepare budgets, amendments and forecasts working with the Country Director and others• Provide Head Office with all necessary financial information both proactively and on request • Ensure donor reports and requirements are complied with to maximise available funding• Monitor and control the balance sheet accounts• Be an integral part of the country management structure, ensuring that the appropriate financial reporting is submitted in an accurate and timely manner.• Process and analyse field financial data to ensure that Merlin’s accounts are a true and fair reflection of the current financial situation

Procedures, Systems and Controls• Ensure compliance with local regulations in respect of financial and other matters (e.g. Registration, Foreign Exchange, taxation and labour laws).• Ensure compliance with the financial and other requirements of donors• Ensure the development and implementation of in-country financial security guidelines and regularly review their effectiveness and the compliance of all staff with these guidelines• Conduct internal audits for the field sites every three months, to ensure that all financial and administrative procedures are carried out in line with Merlin policies and guidelines and local Legislation• Regularly review the financial and reporting systems to ensure that they continue to be fit for purpose• Lead the country teams in improving and maintaining adequate financial controls and procedures in the field• Create and maintain systems that flow into and inform programmatic, logistics and HR operations at a Country Management Team level.

Treasury• Co-ordinate and maintain a cash forecasting system to ensure that adequate funds are available to meet the working requirements of the programmes• Ensure that payments are made in a timely and secure manner across all the country operations• Along with the finance department in Head Office, ensure that all debts are recovered promptly• Be fully aware of the overall cash flow position of the country liaising with the treasury function in Head Office.• Compile and maintain the cash flow forecast for all country projects, and ensure that all donor debts are recovered promptly

Donor Reporting & Monitoring of expenditure• Prepare donor financial reports in line with donor reporting requriements• Monitor ongoing levels of expenditure on individual programmes against budget, and provide timely advice of likely over or under-spends to the Country Management Team, and the relevant Programme & Finance teams in head office.• Ensure respective Programme Coordinators and Programme Managers understand variance implications and how to respond to and manage them effectively.

External Relationships & Compliance • Ensure that contractual commitments (e.g. for the rental of vehicles and/or premises) are financially sound and appropriate for the circumstances of the programme. • Liaise with local legal advisors when necessary• Ensure appropriate and timely contact with in-country government agencies to ensure that all legal requirements are met, e.g. work permits, import licences • Liaise with International NGO Finance Directors in-country and actively participate in inter-agency co-ordination meetings.

Management and training• Manage and support the performance and development of the in-country finance and administration staff, to ensure the provision of an efficient and effective service. • Make regular visits to Field sites for monitoring and supervision purposes• Provide financial support, training and advice to all individuals in country.

Person Specification
EssentialQualifications, experience and competences• Qualified accountant ACCA, ACA, CPA, (or equivalent), or substantial relevant work experience• In depth knowledge of financial systems and implementing internal controls • Practical experience of pro-actively monitoring and reporting on budgets• Proven experience of analysing financial information to understand the current situation and to determine the strategic direction• Proven experience of working as part of a Country Management Team• Proven experience of introducing and managing changes to finance systems, procedures and practices• Proven understanding of financial security issues and how to develop appropriate guidelines • Some experience of managing a team within a finance department• Some relevant experience of training/capacity building • Proven administration skills • Strong ability to plan and work independently • Experience of living or working in different cultures and countries• Strong communication skills, with excellent written and spoken English• Confident and proficient in the use of MS Office with advanced Excel skills• Experience of establishing strong working relationships with colleagues from different functions and cultures • Experience of a flexible approach to managing and prioritising a high workload and multiple tasks in a fast paced environment with tight deadlines• Experience of proactively identifying and addressing issues • An understanding of and commitment to Merlin’s mission and values

DesirableQualifications, experience and competences• Experience and understanding of working in a donor environment and meeting donor compliance requirements• Experience of financial management with an international NGO in an overseas setting • Familiarity with mid-range accounting systems (e.g. QuickBooks, Sage, PS Financials)• Experience of office management

Department: Coordination
Position: Area coordinatorContract duration: 6 monthsLocation: North Sindh, PakistanStarting Date November-12

I. Background on ACTED

ACTED is an independent international, private, non-partisan and non-profit organization that operates according to principles of strict neutrality, political and religious impartiality, and non discrimination.

ACTED was created in 1993 to support populations affected by the conflict in Afghanistan. Based in Paris, France, ACTED now operates in 30 countries worldwide, with over 200 international and 4000 national staff. ACTED has a 100 million € budget for over 350 projects spanning 8 sectors of intervention; including emergency relief, food security, health promotion, economic development, education & training, microfinance, local governance & institutional support, and cultural promotion. For more information, please visit our website at www.acted.org

II. Country Profile

Capital Office : IslamabadNational Staff : 860Areas : 2 (Islamabad, Sindh)On-going programmes : 30Budget : 21.5 M

Since the first days of its involvement in Pakistan in 1999, ACTED has always combined a strong emergency response capacity to address the regular humanitarian disasters that affect the country – be they related to conflict or natural disaster, and a steady focus towards development for Pakistan. In July 2010, populations were confronted with the worst flooding the country has ever faced. In a country already struggling with the enduring challenges of conflict and food insecurity, the unprecedented floods that swept through Pakistan and affected 20 million people, presented the population with immense challenges to overcome. ACTED and its partners have been working throughout 2010 and 2011 to support communities in Pakistan as they have struggled to overcome this latest disaster and the chronic issues of escaping conflict and achieving food security. There is still much to do to support communities recover from the floods, as well as those still facing the grim spectres of conflict and food insecurity. ACTED continues its efforts to assist those vulnerable communities rebuild their lives, with a specific focus on food security interventions, support to sustainable livelihoods, with disaster risk reduction components.

III. Position Profile

1. Ensure ACTED Representation in the area of activity

• Representation vis-à-vis provincial authorities:Participate in official meetings to ensure maximum visibility vis-à-vis provincial authorities.
• Representation vis-à-vis Donors:Establish and update contact details of potential Donors active in the area of activity;Participate in Donor meetings at provincial level and communicate relevant information to the Country Director;Circulate the Annual Report.
• Representation amongst other international organisations:Participate in inter-NGO Coordination meetings and those of UN Agencies (OCHA, UNDP, UNICEF, FAO, etc.), and any other relevant inter-governmental institution at provincial level;Ensure maximum visibility of the Agency amongst the NGO community at provincial level;Lead the production of reports and ensure the timeliness and accuracy of information provided, as well ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information.

More generally, the project manager is expected to contribute to the creation of a positive image and overall credibility of the organisation, notably through the application of ACTED’s mandate, ethics, values and stand-point with regard to other actors.

1. Contribute to the development of a global intervention strategy and to support its implementation at provincial level

• Analyse the context and develop strategic plans, in consultation with the Country Director:Gather and analyse information regarding opportunities and risk;Define an operational strategy for finances and HR.
• Implement the financial strategy:Oversee drafting of projects and budget development;Lead fund-raising and negotiations with Donors in the area of intervention;Lead the application and adherence to contract terms and requirements;Supervise overall financial commitments and financial risk.
• Implement the operational strategy:Supervise Project Managers of the area of intervention in project implementation;Help the various teams in negotiations with provincial/local authorities and partners;Ensure global coordination and complementarity amongst projects within the area of intervention;Assess activities and ensure efficient use of resources.
• Oversee reporting procedures:Develop a reporting schedule with regard to Donor deadlines;Plan and supervise the development of narrative and financial reports;Ensure adherence to FLAT procedures.

More generally, communicate systematically to the Country Director the development of the area strategy and its implementation.

1. Oversee Staff and Security

• Guide and direct the staff of the area of intervention:Organise and lead coordination meetings;Prepare and follow work plans;Ensure a positive working environment and good team dynamics (solve out potential conflicts);Promote team working conditions in the limit of private life;Adapt the organigramme and ToRs of personnel according to the area development;Undertake regular appraisals of directly supervised colleagues and pass appraisal forms to the Country Administrator with recommendations (new position, changes to contract or salary etc.);
• Contribute to the recruitment of expatriate staff:Follow recruitment procedures: plan recruitment needs in advance; draft ToRs for open vacancies; if necessary undertake phone interviews with candidates;When requested by HQ, undertake interviews of expatriate candidates living in the area of intervention.
• Oversee staff security:In cooperation with the Area Security Officer, monitor the local security situation and inform both Country Security Officer and Country Director of developments through regular written reports;Update the security guidelines in the area of intervention;Ensure that security procedures are respected by the whole staff.

IV. Qualifications:

• Master Level education in a relevant field such as International Relations or Development• Project management experience (management, planning, staff development and training skills) in development programmes • 2-5 years previous work experience in a relevant position• Proven capabilities in leadership and management required• Excellent skills in written and spoken English• Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills, and flexibility in cultural and organizational terms• Ability to work well and punctually under pressure

V. Conditions:

• Salary defined by the ACTED salary grid; educational level, expertise, hardship, • Additional monthly living allowance• Free food and lodging provided at the organisation’s guesthouse/or housing allowance (depending on contract length and country of assignment) • Transportation costs covered, including additional return ticket + luggage allowance• Provision of medical, life, and repatriation insurance + retirement package

Working in 50 developing countries across Africa, Asia and the Americas, Plan’s stated Global Strategic Goal (2011-15) is to reach as many children as possible, particularly those who are excluded or marginalised, with high-quality programmes that deliver long-lasting benefits. Plan aims to achieve this goal by working in partnership with others and through high performing teams whose behaviours reflect the corporate values. Plan has a global income of around $800m.

About the role Plan has been operating in Pakistan since 1997 and has active programming in education, health, governance, livelihoods, and disaster risk management. The Sindh Community Mobilization Programme project will engage communities to consolidate, design, and build new schools, and to increase girls’ enrolment and improve the nutrition status of children.

Serving as the key liaison with USAID, the COP is responsible and has authority and oversight for the entire programme, ensuring high quality implementation, achievement of project objectives, and donor and Plan compliance. The COP provides managerial and technical support throughout the implementation of the project, including management of key personnel and sub-grantees, ensuring an integrated vision among different components and actors, and ensuring achievement of project requirements.

This is a five-year position based in Sindh province.

Dimensions of Role•To ensure the delivery of programme quality including donor requirements and delivery of outcomes, either directly or through partners, in line with agreed strategy and operational plans.•Leadership and direction of SBEP-CM team (approximately 20-25 staff from both programme and operations)•Serves as principal liaison to USAID for the project•Oversight of the full disbursement and correct use of the five-year budget of approximately US$20million•Has a delegated authority to meet expenditure for the project.•Responsibility for the full delivery and quality of the project.•Oversight of the disbursement of all funds for activities as indicated in the contract and project plans and to ensure maximum programme quality.•Responsibility for ensuring that grantees and sub-grantees meet donor (USAID) and programme requirements. •Management and supervision of productive partnerships across the project consortium and sub-grantees.•Reporting on and compliance with USAID rules and regulations. •Adherence to Plan’s policy provisions and standards, including CCCD approach, Child Protection and internal M&E system (PALS).

Main Responsibilities The post holder will be responsible for ensuring that;

The whole Programme is designed and planned for effective delivery with the strategic engagement of all stakeholders. •Development and submission of the Annual Country Operating Plan (COP), Annual Programme Reports (APR) and Semi-Annual Programme Reports (S/APR) and requests for supplemental funding.•Coordination of all programme-focused strategic planning and decision making involving key stakeholders and beneficiaries.•Regular and structured analysis and updated operational, programmatic and environmental risk assessment to propose amendments where needed.•Programme meets Plan policies and standards, including CCCD approach.

The Programme team is performing to the best of its ability in the delivery of and communication about a quality programme.•Performance management of the team against group and individual key performance indicators (KPIs) linked to project outputs.•Recruitment and selection of new staff is timely, efficient and effective and supports delivery of project targets.•Creation of conducive and favourable operational environment for the effective implementation of the project (including health and safety and security hazards).•Full compliance with Plan’s Child Protection Policy across all partners.•Provision of technical advice and leadership.•Development needs of staff are identified and they are supported to fulfill their personal development goals.•Implementation of the project using a rights-based approach.•COP role models Plan’s leadership behaviours.•Project communication and media strategy that supports country priorities and donor requirements is in place and effectively carried out.

Programme assets are procured, utilised effectively and secured in a manner compliant with contract and Plan regulations.•Oversight of fully compliant systems covering all aspects of programme management, including procurement, financial management, HR, admin and information management.•Close oversight of the financial progress and all contractual compliance.•Establishment and regular reporting on disbursement in relation to project outputs and KPIs.

The Programme is monitored and impact assessed to ensure on-going learning and development with the full participation of beneficiaries.•Establishment of and adherence to quality project indicators.•Plan’s corporate programme accountability and learning system framework is adhered to; project planning, monitoring, review and evaluations are of the highest quality and meet corporate standards.•Leadership of programme M&E in relation to requirements of the project. •Regular and timely analysis and reporting on findings to project stakeholders in line with USAID and Plan requirements.•Adjustments of implementation and operational plans as required.

The programme is linked to and respected by key stakeholder entities.•Representation and coordination with donor representatives regarding the programme. •Clear guidelines for working in partnership with communities, government and civil society partners are in place and adhered to.•Regular interfacing with national and local authorities, including at all relevant Ministries

Dealing with Problems•Demonstrate the ability to solve problems objectively and equitably, thinking strategically while introducing innovations as needed to meet the demands of a dynamic and sometimes unpredictable internal and external employment environment.•Represent Plan and the project at all levels and among all partners and sub-recipients and ensure that information/agreements are communicated and implemented accordingly. •Manage complex relationship with sub-grantees, the donor, state actors, and communities to achieve high productivity and efficiency.•Ensure effective programme implementation while working with multiple project partners that may operate on different policies and systems. •Motivate and inspire staff to high levels of performance though a creative and effective management styles.

Communications and Working RelationshipsInternal •Regular collaboration with country management team members for strategic decision making related to project strategy and implementation (High).•Coordination with Plan International Pakistan staff (i.e. Technical Specialists, Finance teams, Programme Unit Managers, People and Culture department) as needed for effective programme implementation and coordination with existing programmes (High).•Coordination with Plan International USA backstopping managers and Finance and Compliance teams to ensure achievement of all donor requirements (High).•Interaction with Regional Office staff and networks and National Office programme managers to share best practices in education programme implementation; to collaborate on global/regional initiatives; and to identify mechanisms to improve programme quality through inter-learning (Low).

External •Serve as key liaison to USAID, implementing partners, alliance partners involved with the programme, and other donors to ensure effective project implementation and to build lasting relationships (High).•Work collaboratively with high level representatives relevant Ministries (Medium).•Collaborate with partners at national/provincial level, including representatives from other organizations and government entities, to share best practices and to identify and implement opportunities for collaboration (Medium).•Build relationships with appropriate partners/sub-recipients/networks and foster strong and effective partnerships to meet project objectives (High).

About you Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours Required to Achieve Role’s ObjectivesKnowledge •Master’s degree in a relevant field, e.g. Education or Development Studies; Ph.D. or equivalent preferred.•Significant programme management and supervisory experience in the education programme and knowledge working with Government and other stakeholders in development fields.•Proven senior-level management experience in designing, implementing, and managing large, complex education, community mobilization, or related projects.•Significant experience managing USAID- or other donor-funded programmes at the level of Chief of Party •Knowledge of key USG regulations including, but not limited to, USAID 22 CFR Part 226 Administration of Assistance Awards to U.S. Non-Governmental Organizations, 22 CFR Part 145 Grants and Agreements with Non-Profits, OMB Circulars A-122, Cost principles for non-profit organizations and A-133 Audit of states, local governments, and non-profits preferred. •Knowledge of programming in volatile environments with good understanding and appreciation of the historical, security context, political environment, economic, social/religious and humanitarian context in Pakistan or a comparable environment is desired•Familiarity with Sindh province preferred.•Knowledge of development issues, trends, challenges and opportunities and implications to community development.

Skills•Highly skilled leader, able to integrate teams of professionals around common goals as well as demonstrated ability in working with host-country ministries and with donor colleagues in country.•Demonstrated ability to implement projects with rigorous timelines and deliverables and to track programme quality through donor approved monitoring and evaluation systems.•Ability to respond on short notice and plan and execute several activities at once.•Proven experience hiring, training, and supervising teams of international and local staff.•Proven leadership, inter-personal and cross-cultural skills, and ability to build and motivate diverse teams, including distance management.•Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel and Outlook.•Ability to work with and through partners and sub-recipients.•Effective communication skills to bring parties together and articulate project strategy and plans.

Behaviours•Demonstrate effective decision making and risk management.•Practice strategic thinking and innovation.•Demonstrate consistent behavior and approaches to work and decision-making. •Communicate appropriately, demonstrate ability to influence others, and communicate concerns to managers and teams.•Strive for high performance across the team and build effective teams and partnerships.
•Hold self and others to account to deliver on agreed goals and standards of behaviour. •Demonstrate clear respect to all, and especially children, without discrimination.

Languages •Excellent command of written and spoken English required.

Location and Travel •The envisaged programme areas of Sindh has been vulnerable to flash and monsoon flooding•Typical office environment with extensive travel in domestic project areas and occasional international travel.

References will be taken and background and anti-terrorism checks will be carried out in conformity with Plans Child Protection Policy. Plan operates an equal opportunities policy and actively encourages diversity, welcoming applications from all areas of the international community.

Education Expert (Short term)Islamabad, Pakistan

Project SummaryIn June 2011, Management Systems International (MSI) was awarded the Independent Monitoring and Evaluation Contract (IMEC). Under IMEC, MSI will support verification, monitoring, evaluation, and reporting for USAID/Pakistan’s entire portfolio of projects. The goal is to assess whether USAID resources are well-spent and achieving desired results and to prevent waste, fraud, and abuse in the administration of programs, regardless of the implementation mechanism.Position SummaryThe Education Expert will be part of a five person M&E Project team to conduct an evaluation of the Fulbright Student Program.The purpose of this evaluation is to:• Improve the performance of the Fulbright Student Program;• Maximize the program’s contributions to the U.S. Government’s strategic objectives; and• Help USAID enhance the impact of its higher education interventions by prioritizing and balancing the portfolio of activities.

This is a short-term consultancy assignment based in Islamabad with travel required for fieldwork throughout Pakistan. Reporting to the team leader, the consultant will be contracted for up to 40 days on an intermittent basis from October 29, 2012 to February 28, 2013.** Please note that this is a local position based in Islamabad.Only local citizens are eligible to apply **

ResponsibilitiesThe consultant will undertake the following tasks:• Review relevant documents to answer evaluation questions and identify information gaps;• Participate in designing instruments for Key Informant Interviews (KIIs), group discussions, and sample surveys;• Conduct onsite KIIs of the following stakeholders: a) Fulbright scholarship alumni; b) employers of Fulbright scholarship alumni; c) USEFP officials; d) USAID officials; and e) HEC officials;• Conduct group discussions of Fulbright scholarship alumni;• Participate in the data analysis;• Write sections of the evaluation report; and• Undertake other tasks required for the successful completion of the evaluation.

Qualifications• Advanced degree in education, sociology, psychology, or economics and fifteen years of experience in researching educational issues in Pakistan;
• Technical knowledge of and experience in university budgetary processes;• Technical knowledge of and experience in evaluating student scholarship programs;
• Strong knowledge of processes and institutions involved in administering financial assistance in educational institutions; and• Experience of working in evaluation team.

Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

Team Leader, Evaluation of Fulbright Student Program

Islamabad, Pakistan

Project SummaryIn June 2011, Management Systems International (MSI) was awarded the Independent Monitoring and Evaluation Contract (IMEC). Under IMEC, MSI will support verification, monitoring, evaluation, and reporting for USAID/Pakistan’s entire portfolio of projects. The goal is to assess whether USAID resources are well-spent and achieving desired results, and to prevent waste, fraud, and abuse in the administration of programs, regardless of the mechanism of implementation.Position SummaryThe Team Leader will lead a five person M&E Project team to conduct an evaluation of the Fulbright Student Program.
The purpose of this evaluation is to:• Improve the performance of the Fulbright Student Program;• Maximize the program’s contributions to the U.S. Government’s strategic objectives; and• Help USAID enhance the impact of its higher education interventions by prioritizing and balancing the portfolio of activities.This is a short-term consultancy assignment based in Islamabad with travel required for fieldwork throughout Pakistan. Reporting to the Evaluation Manager, the Team Leader will be contracted for up to 45 days on an intermittent basis from October 29, 2012 to February 28, 2013.

ResponsibilitiesThe Team Leader will undertake the following tasks:• Conduct a Team Planning Meeting (TPM) in Islamabad and finalize an evaluation work plan. Assign roles and responsibilities to evaluation team members during the TPM;• Design instruments for Key Informant Interviews (KIIs), group discussions, and sample surveys;• Conduct onsite KIIs of the following stakeholders: a) Fulbright scholarship alumni; b) employers of Fulbright scholarship alumni; c) USEFP officials; d) USAID officials; and e) HEC officials• Conduct group discussion of Fulbright scholarship alumni;• Participate in the data analysis;• Write sections of the evaluation report;• Oversee completion of the final report; and• Undertake other tasks required for the successful completion of the evaluation.

Qualifications• Advanced degree in education, sociology, psychology, or economics and fifteen years of experience in researching educational issues in Pakistan;
• Technical knowledge of and experience with university budgetary processes;• Technical knowledge of and experience in evaluating student scholarship programs;
• Strong knowledge of processes and institutions involved in administering financial assistance in educational institutions; and• Experience working with an evaluation team.

Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls, please.

The 2010 Pakistan floods began in late July 2010, resulting from heavy monsoon rains in the Khyber Pukthoonkhwa, Sindh, Punjab and Baluchistan regions of Pakistan and affected the Indus River basin. Approximately one-fifth of Pakistan's total land area was underwater, approximately 796,095 square kilometres (307,374 sq mi). According to Pakistani government data the floods directly affected about 20 million people, mostly by destruction of property, livelihood and infrastructure, with a death toll of close to 2,000 .

In 2011, again the Southern parts (Sindh province in particular) were again hit by monsoon torrential rains and riverine floods. District Sangarh, Badin, Umer Kot & Mirpur Khas and other lower parts were worst affected this time. This time property and crops lost was higher and comparatively less response by the humanitarian agencies as was in the massive 2010 floods.

In July 2012, one district of Sindh province was about to be declared drought affected by the Govt that the late monsoon hit Sindh. Then in August, monsoon rains drenched Sukkhur, Shikarpur and Jacobabad districts. Although the Govt of Pakistan has not called for any international assistance, preliminary reports indicate that families have lost their homes and livelihoods and are in need of assistance.

Militancy in Khyber Pukthoonkhwa:

Since 2008, fighting between Pakistani forces and armed opposition groups (militants) in the Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) of Pakistan has led to series of large-scale displacement crises. In response, the government of Pakistan in collaboration with UNHCR established a number of camps for IDPs, the largest of which is Jalozai camp located near Peshawar in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. At the end of 2011, it was projected that the majority of IDPs living in and around Jalozai would soon return to their areas of origin. However, military operations in Khyber Agency which began in January quickly led to the displacement of approximately 63,000 additional families to the Peshawar area – 10% of whom have settled in Jalozai, and 90% of whom are living off-camp in Peshawar and Nowshera. The IRC has been responding the needs of IDPs by providing them with education, WASH and protection services since the launch of military operations in 2008.

Objective:

In the next month, the IRC Pakistan seeks to develop new emergency Environmental Health projects in KP and Sindh for submission to the Pakistan ERF, Concern’s Rapid Fund, and ECHO. These proposals will require strong needs assessments to inform the design of appropriate interventions and prove the relevance of proposed projects to donors. Technical expertise is required to accurately assess WASH needs and develop WASH programs which will respond appropriately to those needs.

Specific responsibilities:

Management:• Oversee the recruitment of a WASH assessment team in Sindh, and manage the activities of the WASH assessment teams in Sindh and KP

Technical:• Based on available data (OCHA bulletins, MIRA report, reports from and coordination with other humanitarian actors), identify appropriate areas of Sindh and KP/FATA where EH needs are reported but are not covered and require further assessments • Work with ex-EH Coordinator for Sindh (currently District Manager) to assemble assessment team• Supply appropriate EH assessment data collection tools • Lead existing KP team and newly assembled Sindh teams through rapid assessments in selected districtso Assess current knowledge, attitude and practices related to key hygiene behaviour with a focus on safe water management, hand washing, excreta and solid waste disposal amongst the target community.o Explore existing EH conditions in health facilities: access to safe water, sanitary facilities, solid and waste management facilitieso Identify critical unmet EH needso Identify the constraints/challenges faced by water users: flood/conflict damage, cultural restrictions, etc• Prepare presentable assessment reports that can be shared with donors and other actors• Using assessment data, develop EH interventions that respond in appropriate ways to the specific identified needs, such as:o Provision of clean drinking water (where, how, design) o Household sanitation facilities (for who, design)o Sanitation facilities for health facilities (including latrines, hand washing spots, bathing areas, drainage and solid-waste removal) o Hygiene promotion (in coordination with PEFSA project)• Prepare IRC logframes for EH activities that can be adapted for upcoming project proposals• Ensure that disaster risk reduction strategies and sustainability/durability of intervention are prioritized throughout development of new projects

Representation:• Represent IRC EH in other needs assessment exercises/discussions• Meet with other actors as required

Emergency Response:• Provide technical guidance to EH teams to conduct needs assessments and develop appropriate emergency EH interventions

Outputs:1. EH assessment team formed in Sindh2. 1 EH assessment conducted in Sindh; 1 EH assessment conducted in KP3. 1 assessment report prepared for each assessment conducted4. Propose appropriate EH interventions which respond to the needs identified in the assessments, and contribute to proposal development as required5. Time permitting, identify EH funding opportunities

Position: Logistics ManagerCountry: PakistanResponsible to: Country Director and Regional Logistics Advisor (Head Office)Responsible for: Logistics TeamWorks with: Country Management Team (CMT) and Regional Logistics Advisor (Head Office)Location: Islamabad with frequent visits to fieldContract Duration: 24 months
Salary: £ 35,090- £ 35,840 per annum (dependant on relevant experience) inclusive of Cost of Living Allowance.Benefits: Insurance cover, accommodation, R&R , annual leave entitlement of 24 days per annum rising to 30 days at the completion of 12 months of continuous employment with Merlin.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted. Due to the urgency of this position,applications will be short-listed on a regular basis and we may offer this post before the closing date.

Please note that this is an unaccompanied position.

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Context and BackgroundMerlin has been operational in Pakistan since responding to the 2005 earthquake in Kashmir. In addition Merlin provided essential healthcare to the affected population in Baluchistan following the Yemyin Cyclone in June 2007 and Ziarat quake in 2008 in Baluchistan, and the IDP crisis from 2009 onwards, affecting various districts of KPK.Merlin also responded to the catastrophic floods in 2010 and 2011. Currently Merlin is operational in two Provinces (KPK and Sindh) and 7 districts implementing integrated health and nutrition programmes.

Since 2008 Merlin has also been implementing a large-scale development project focusing on malaria control in is currently working in collaboration with the Pakistan Ministry of Health and the Global fund to implement the Government’s control programme across 14 districts of the country.

Main purpose of the roleThe Logistics Manager is responsible for ensuring sound logistics practices and rigorous controls are in place in-country. This role provides leadership, technical support and capacity building to the international and country logistics staff in all areas of their roles. And as part of the Country Management Team, this role also provides strategic and operational logistics advice to the Country Director and the rest of the management team. This role is also responsible for reviewing and improving logistics policies & procedures, and for leading on specific logistics projects and initiatives.

Senior Leadership and Management Responsibilities• Co-ordination and overall responsibility of all programme logistics; develop the country procedures, guidelines and policies for the management of procurement, vehicle fleets, communication systems, emergency preparedness, IT and security in line with Merlin guidelines and procedures.• Ensure that Merlin minimum standards of logistics procedures and country policies are understood and adhered to throughout the country programme, briefing and training all relevant staff as required.• As part of the Country Management Team (CMT) contribute to the development and implementation of the country strategy. Assisting the operations manager and projects coordinators in developing the logistics elements of their project plans.• Develop the annual logistics strategy and implementation plan for the logistics teams.• Work in close collaboration with members of the CMT; sharing information on the assessments and proposed interventions, providing overviews of logistics requirements for the development of project proposals and subsequent projects.

Technical Management Responsibilities• Forecasting and inputting into the country budget development, preparation of spending plans relating to logistics expenditure and operational costs for the whole programme.• Review current working systems within the programme; forms, tracking system, data entry, stock keeping etc. ensuring their robustness and compliance against Merlin systems
• Take a strategic approach to supply management utilising sound practices to ensure accountable, timely, and cost effective delivery of appropriate supplies to the programme. Develop a supply plan for the programme or projects with input from the Country Director, Country Finance Director and Project Coordinators.• Ensure local, national and international procurement practises are compliant with Merlin and donor regulations.• Ensure international and national transportation of freight by land, sea and air is in line with programme budgets and needs; ensuring the most cost effective and reliable means of transport is used for the timely delivery of supplies to projects.• Ensure management of vehicle fleets is in line with Merlin standards; ensure appropriate allocation and safe use of vehicles throughout the programme, ensure servicing and maintenance schedules are adhered to and ensure accountability with particular reference to fuel consumption.• Develop and maintain warehouse systems and ensure that stock management and administration systems are implemented throughout the programme. Monitor projects stock levels and advise on appropriate stocking and replenishment to meet project demands.• Manage the programme communication systems (HF, VHF, IT) ensuring that all programme locations have appropriate and reliable means of communication, ensure standardisation of all communication equipment throughout the country.• Ensure that a centralised programme asset register is maintained; ensuring that all programme assets are logged, issued with unique Merlin asset numbers and ID cards, and are tracked.• Regularly visit all project sites to ensure that systems are in place and functioning and that capacity is built. Provide prompt technical support when required to logs staff within Programme. In agreement with the CD set up and maintain appropriate evacuation procedures across the Programme.• Monitor security information and networks and ensure that security information is disseminated appropriately and effectively. Facilitate the evacuation/relocation of field-based teams as and when appropriate as well as implementation of security guidelines.• Develop the logistical aspects of the programme emergency preparedness plan, in co-ordination with rest of CMT, and train logistic staff in managing emergencies. Provide specific Logs training for staff managing emergencies.• Liaise closely with the Logistics Department in London to support head office initiatives around international logistics systems, as required. Liaise with government, UN and other agencies as necessary.• Comply with all relevant Merlin policies and procedures with respect to vulnerable people, health and safety, fraud, equal opportunities and other relevant policies.• Undertake any other tasks as required by the Country Director within the skills and experience of the Logistics Manager.• Ensure facilities and compound management across all sites; ensuring that adequate security measures, asset maintenance, power and water supplies are carried out. Also ensure facilities and compounds condition are in line with health and safety standards of Merlin.

Person Specification

Essential: Qualifications, experience and competencies• Substantial experience of developing and implementing a departmental strategy and plan as well as having the ability to contribute to the country strategy.• Extensive experience of developing and managing a department budget• Developed experience of assisting in the development of country logistics policies and procedures and ensuring that they are effectively implemented and maintained• Considerable International experience in supply chain management including procurement, transport and distribution, warehouse and stock and asset management and communication.• Experience in vehicle and fleet management to meet the requirements of the programme.• Substantial experience in the set up and use of HF & VHF radio systems, satellite phones, IT systems and development of communications procedures.• Clearly developed experience of emergency preparedness planning from a logistical perspective.• Substantial experience of creating, maintaining and developing effective security guidelines.• Substantial experience of developing and maintaining personal security and evacuation plans.• Extensive experience of monitoring, disseminating and sharing security information with a range of stakeholders.• Consistent experience of building and developing the capacity of logistics staff through the use of training, and Merlin's performance management framework.• Strong communication skills, with excellent written and spoken English • Confident and proficient in the use of MS Office • Experience of establishing strong working relationships with colleagues from different functions and cultures• Experience of a flexible approach to managing and prioritising a high workload and multiple tasks in a fast paced environment with tight deadlines• Experience of proactively identifying and addressing issues • An understanding of and commitment to Merlin’s mission and values and behaiviours

Desirable: Qualifications, experience and competences• Experience of providing overviews of logistics requirements for the development of project proposals and subsequent projects.• Specific technical skills i.e. WATSAN, Construction• Experience of being part of a Country Management Team

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1. BACKGROUNDThe United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) Country Office for Pakistan (COPAK) is tasked with assisting Pakistan through its Country Programme (CP) 2010-14 with a focus on needs related to illicit trafficking and border management, criminal justice and drug demand reduction and HIV/AIDS.

COPAK requires the services of a national contractor to oversee the implementation of UNODC activities under the Country Programme in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. It is expected the contractor will liaise with law enforcement, criminal justice and health institutions, as well as collect and maintain information and data relevant in related areas.

1. MAIN OBJECTIVES, RESPONSIBILITIES AND DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPOSED WORK.The objective of the assignment is to liaise with law enforcement, criminal justice and health authorities in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa regarding the implementation of technical assistance under the UNODC Country Programme. This will involve consultations with government counterparts at both technical and political levels, collecting data related to UNODC’s work and drafting reports on the effectiveness and results of UNODC’s technical assistance in the areas of drug trafficking, human trafficking, border management, policing, prosecutions, prison reform and health care for drug users.ResponsibilitiesThe incumbent will work closely with technical Advisors based in Islamabad and other colleagues under the supervision of the Representative of the Country Office for Pakistan of UNODC. The incumbent will undertake the following duties:
2. Prepare, organize and report on regular consultations with relevant government counterparts
3. Liaise with law enforcement agencies and criminal justice authorities in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on trends, performance and results achieved
4. Collect information and data related to UNODC’s work and draft reports.Expected Deliverables
5. Regular meeting reports of consultations with government counterparts to UNODC
6. Data related to trends in the areas of drug trafficking, human trafficking, border management, policing, prosecutions, prison reform and health care for drug users
7. Regular high quality reports or contributions to reports
8. REQUIREMENTS FOR EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONSI. Academic Qualifications:• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent II. Years of experience:• 5 years of relevant of relevant experience in areas related to law enforcement and criminal justice, preferably in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.III. Competencies:• Familiarity with law enforcement, criminal justice or health agencies;• Ability to interact effectively with government counterparts at all levels;• Knowledge of monitoring and evaluation principles;• Ability to formulate concise reports and presentations;• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English;• Previous experience with the UN or a UN agency is an asset.
9. DOCUMENTS TO BE INCLUDED WHEN SUBMITTING THE PROPOSALS.Interested individual consultants must submit the following documents/information to demonstrate their qualifications:
10. Proposal:(i) Explaining why they are the most suitable for the work(ii) Provide a brief methodology on how they will approach and conduct the work (if applicable)
11. Financial proposal
12. Personal CV including past experience in similar projects and at least 3 references

13. P-11 Form duly completed.

14. FINANCIAL PROPOSAL

Lump sum contracts

The financial proposal shall specify a total lump sum amount, and payment terms around specific and measurable (qualitative and quantitative) deliverables (i.e. whether payments fall in installments or upon completion of the entire contract). Payments are based upon output, i.e. upon delivery of the services specified in the TOR. In order to assist the requesting unit in the comparison of financial proposals, the financial proposal will include a breakdown of this lump sum amount (including travel, per diems, and number of anticipated working days).

Contracts based on daily fee

The financial proposal will specify the daily fee, travel expenses and per diems quoted in separate line items, and payments are made to the Individual Consultant based on the number of days worked.

Travel

All envisaged travel costs must be included in the financial proposal. This includes all travel to join duty station/repatriation travel. In general, UNDP should not accept travel costs exceeding those of an economy class ticket. Should the IC wish to travel on a higher class he/she should do so using their own resources. In the case of unforeseeable travel, payment of travel costs including tickets, lodging and terminal expenses should be agreed upon, between the respective business unit and Individual Consultant, prior to travel and will be reimbursed.

EVALUATIONIndividual consultants will be evaluated based on the following methodologies:1. Lowest price and technically compliant offerWhen using this method, the award of a contract should be made to the individual consultant whose offer has been evaluated and determined as both:a) responsive/compliant/acceptable, andb) offering the lowest price/cost“responsive/compliant/acceptable” can be defined as fully meeting the TOR provided. Only candidates obtaining a minimum of 60 points would be considered for the Financial EvaluationConsultant Name: Criteria Weight Max. PointTechnical Competencies 70
At least bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

10

At least 5-10 years of professional experience in law enforcement or criminal justice or demand reduction of which some in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

25

Competency in data collection and report drafting

25
Extensive experience and knowledge of local government systems

10

Financial (Lower Offer/Offer*100
Total Score Technical score 70 + 30 Financial:

• Overseeing the project management, review and finalization of concept notes and donor proposals, in coordination with the Program Sector Specialist, and ensuring that proposals are well written and include strong logical content. This requires:

• Excellent command of English language and good editing skills

• Understanding of donor formats for proposals and reports.

• Good understanding of project management and grant management cycle.

• Monitoring and ensuring the timely and accurate submission of donor reports.

• Producing and / or editing accurate and engaging situation reports about Pakistan emergency responses as per the sitrep schedule.

• Support the development of concept notes, project ideas and proposals and ensure their timely submission.

• Coordinate and compile program, financial and other inputs for concept notes, proposals and other relevant planning documents.

• Monitor the database of proposals and grants and tracking information of proposal status, grant status, reporting, financial and other data.

• Produce and edit other information materials, such as fact sheets and program briefs, where necessary

• Developing and updating emergency team management information system as it relates to proposal development, donor reporting and sit-rep preparation (largely a planning and coordination role for information management)

Requirements

• Masters degree in a related field or equivalent

• 2-3 years experience in programme and proposal development and/or reporting in an NGO. 4 years of overall experience particularly in writing and editing high quality communications outputs: high quality project proposals and donor reports, situation reports, fact sheets, briefings.

• Experience in managing large amounts of information, and able to triangulate information quickly.

• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)

• Excellent command of English language and writing and editing skills is a must.

• Ability to work quickly and effectively under pressure, in an emergency response context.

• Strong interpersonal and teambuilding skills

• Highly organized and detail oriented, particularly in terms of outputs (for timely submission of proposals, donor reports and sitreps).

• Project Management experience is preferred.

• Able to live and work in a challenging environment, and willingness to travel to all emergency-affected areas (in line with security recommendations)

1. BACKGROUNDUNODC Country Office (COPAK) is mandated to provide the Government of Pakistan (GOP) with technical assistance to enhance the capacity of national authorities to tackle drug trafficking. The government-endorsed Country Programme 2010-2014 identifies key outputs with specific activities which contribute to the overall improvement of relevant systems, processes and knowledge. In addition, UNODC headquarters has an equal mandate to support the actions of regional actors in Central Asia. A region-wide awareness of the methods and process required to cooperate in the pursuit of drug traffickers will ensure that regional cooperation is not a limiting aspect of drug control.
   A regional cooperation and training programme will include a review of national legislation/regulations and provide an overview of compatibility of law enforcement approaches. The training programme will provide a suite of state-of-the-art knowledge-based tools that officers can use to increase their interaction with cross-border counterparts. The consultant will review existing policies, integrate international best practices, adapt practices to the Central Asia setting and provide recommendations for implementation of procedures. The outcome of this consultancy will result in a clear set of principles, procedure and documentation to assist in the establishment of a region-wide regime of illicit drug control enforcement.
2. MAIN OBJECTIVES, RESPONSABILITIES AND DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPOSED ANALYTICAL WORK.The objective of the consultancy is to create a set of documents (manual, policy and handbook) that will be used by officers, policy makers and foreign affairs attaches to address the needs of regional cooperation.
   The consultancy has one key outcome:
3. Training package: The package will include full course schedule, outline and notes, manual, cases studies (narcotics cases should be included, although other case types be used later for trainees related to other crime types), and presentation materials for different sessions. A first draft will be submitted for review within 4-5 weeks of initiating the assignment and a final incorporating feedback and changes within 2 weeks of receipt of comments. A manual and training programme will outline the approach to be by law enforcement professionals that are, or could be, required to interact with other states as part of their dutiesIn all cases/situations the consultant will ensure that proposals and conclusions are generally applicable in Central Asia from a cultural, procedural and legislative point of view.
4. SCOPE OF WORK, RESPONSIBILITIES AND DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPOSED ANALYTICAL WORK The scope of work includes national drug enforcement authorities in Central Asia and other related government bodies. The documentation and research must be general enough to cover all countries in the region while at the same time provide enough detail so material provided has utility to on-site practitioners.
   The responsibilities for the work and sequencing of events are as follows:
5. Indentify consultancy M&E: sub-programme manager and Representative
6. Identify sources: consultant
7. Collate data: consultant
8. Initial analysis: consultant
9. Creation of documents: consultant

10. Finalization of documentation: consultant

11. REQUIREMENTS FOR EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONSI. Academic Qualifications:Master’s degreeII. Years of experience:5-10 years of experience III. Competencies:• Degree in law, social sciences, rule of law. • Previous experience working with law enforcement, governance and international affairs. • Solid experience in research and analysis. • Strong background in adult learning and instruction. • Solid experience in consultation and facilitation of complex discussion and debates. • Practical and solid experience in using full software suites with at least 4 year of active experience in use of business-class software. Desktop publishing experience essential. • Excellent writing, editing, and oral communication skills in English; and• Ability to meet deadlines.

12. DOCUMENTS TO BE INCLUDED WHEN SUBMITTING THE PROPOSALS.Interested individual consultants must submit the following documents/information to demonstrate their qualifications:
13. Proposal:(i) Explaining why they are the most suitable for the work
14. Financial proposal
15. Personal CV including past experience in similar projects and at least 3 references

16. P-11 Form duly completed.

17. FINANCIAL PROPOSAL

• Lump sum contracts

The financial proposal shall specify a total lump sum amount, and payment terms around specific and measurable (qualitative and quantitative) deliverables (i.e. whether payments fall in installments or upon completion of the entire contract). Payments are based upon output, i.e. upon delivery of the services specified in the TOR. In order to assist the requesting unit in the comparison of financial proposals, the financial proposal will include a breakdown of this lump sum amount (including travel, per diems, and number of anticipated working days).

Travel;

All envisaged travel costs must be included in the financial proposal. This includes all travel to join duty station/repatriation travel. In general, UNDP should not accept travel costs exceeding those of an economy class ticket. Should the IC wish to travel on a higher class he/she should do so using their own resources. In the case of unforeseeable travel, payment of travel costs including tickets, lodging and terminal expenses should be agreed upon, between the respective business unit and Individual Consultant, prior to travel and will be reimbursed.

EVALUATIONIndividual consultants will be evaluated based on the following methodologies:1. Lowest price and technically compliant offerWhen using this method, the award of a contract should be made to the individual consultant whose offer has been evaluated and determined as both:a) responsive/compliant/acceptable, andb) offering the lowest price/cost“responsive/compliant/acceptable” can be defined as fully meeting the TOR provided. 2. Cumulative analysis When using this weighted scoring method, the award of the contract should be made to the individual consultant whose offer has been evaluated and determined as:a) responsive/compliant/acceptable, andb) Having received the highest score out of a pre-determined set of weighted technical and financial criteria specific to the solicitation. * Technical Criteria weight; 90* Financial Criteria weight; 10Only candidates obtaining a minimum of 67 point would be considered for the Financial EvaluationCriteria Weight Max. PointTechnical Competencies 90
At least Bachelor’s degree in information technology, mathematics or engineering from a university accredited/recognized by Higher Education Commission of Pakistan.

30

At least 3-4 years of professional experience in the area data entry, database management, analytical skills and/or economics. 40

Solid experience in Excel of Excel-like software suites. 20
Financial (Lower Offer/Offer*100 10
Total Score Technical score 90+ 10 Financial

1. BACKGROUNDThe United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) Country Office for Pakistan (COPAK) is tasked with assisting Pakistan through its Country Programme (CP) 2010-14 with a focus on needs related to illicit trafficking and border management, criminal justice and drug demand reduction and HIV/AIDS.
2. MAIN OBJECTIVES AND DELIVERABLES OF THE PROPOSED ANALYTICAL WORK.Assignment objective: The consultant will prepare an analytical report assessing the level and the extent of the opiate trade via the southern route. The study will also include an analysis of acetic anhydride trafficking (heroin precursor) to Afghanistan via the southern route.The consultant will be based in Islamabad with frequent travels in the region. S/he will work under the overall managerial supervision of the Afghan Opiate Trade Programme Manager in STAS and administrative supervision of UNODC Pakistan office Representative. Consultant will liaise with fellow UNODC research officers in the region and at Headquarters. For the purpose of data/information collection, and under the guidance of the responsible UNODC staff, the consultant will establish and maintain contacts with relevant government officials as well as relevant international/national agencies and NGOs. The consultant is expected to produce an analytical report assessing the level of opiate trade on the southern route, with a specific focus on heroin trafficking routes and flows (including volume) and precursor trafficking. The report will also include information on the nature and the extent of the involvement of organized crime in the opiate trade. More specifically s/he will:• Preparation of study on heroin and acetic anhydride trafficking via southern route;• Collect and analyze data/information on heroin/opium trafficking routes;• Collect information and analyze acetic anhydride flows to Afghanistan;• Analyze the main beneficiaries of the heroin/opium trade;• Analyze the role and the modus operandi of organized crime located;• Collect and analyze data/information on opiate prices and purity;• Assist the research capacity building activities in Pakistan; and • Execute other duties given by the Afghan Opiate Trade Programme.

Expected DeliverablesA written report (approx.35,000 words). [The report will have to be prepared in close consultation with the Programme Manager of Afghan Opiate Trade Project and the Representative of UNODC Country Office for Pakistan. Due date for the draft report is 1 May 2013. The final report is due 1 June 2013. The outputs should be delivered by email in English in Word format on the specified dates.]Weekly progress reports.NB. The copyright of the all versions of the report remains with UNODC. The work of the consultant will be acknowledged in the study.

1. REQUIREMENTS FOR EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS• Knowledge of and/or expertise in statistics, social sciences, economics, or closely related field with sound knowledge of illicit drug related topics (trafficking, abuse, production, etc.)• Minimum 4 years work experience in areas of drugs and crime, at the national and the international level; • Experience in data/information collection and data analysis • Fluency in English, including excellent drafting skills.

Performance indicators for evaluation of result All the outputs should meet the satisfaction of UNODC (as assessed by Programme manager of Afghan Opiate Trade Programme and the representative of the UNODC Country Office for Pakistan) according to the following indicators:• Quality of the documents produced• Technical competence• Timeliness of the delivery

1. DOCUMENTS TO BE INCLUDED WHEN SUBMITTING THE PROPOSALS.Interested individual consultants must submit the following documents/information to demonstrate their qualifications:
2. Proposal:(i) Explaining why they are the most suitable for the work(ii) Provide a brief methodology on how they will approach and conduct the work (if applicable)
3. Financial proposal
4. Personal CV including past experience in similar projects and at least 3 references
5. P-11 Form duly completed.Payment Schedule and Rate

The consultant will be issued an Individual Contract and paid in accordance with United Nations rules and procedures. Payment scale will be determined by UNDP recommended rates.5. FINANCIAL PROPOSAL

• Lump sum contracts

The financial proposal shall specify a total lump sum amount, and payment terms around specific and measurable (qualitative and quantitative) deliverables (i.e. whether payments fall in installments or upon completion of the entire contract). Payments are based upon output, i.e. upon delivery of the services specified in the TOR. In order to assist the requesting unit in the comparison of financial proposals, the financial proposal will include a breakdown of this lump sum amount (including travel, per diems, and number of anticipated working days).

Travel;Travelling would not be required under this assignment or consultancy.

EVALUATIONIndividual consultants will be evaluated based on the following methodologies:1. Cumulative analysis When using this weighted scoring method, the award of the contract should be made to the individual consultant whose offer has been evaluated and determined as:a) responsive/compliant/acceptable, andb) Having received the highest score out of a pre-determined set of weighted technical and financial criteria specific to the solicitation. * Technical Criteria weight; [To be determined]* Financial Criteria weight; [To be determined]Only candidates obtaining a minimum of 60 points would be considered for the Financial Evaluation

Criteria Weight Max. PointTechnical Competencies 70
Statistician, Social Scientist, Economist or closely related field with sound knowledge of illicit drug related topics (trafficking, abuse, production, etc.)

25

Minimum 4 years work experience in areas of drugs and crime, at the national and the international level;

25

Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. 10

Experience in data/information collection and data analysis

10

Financial (Lower Offer/Offer*100 30
Total Score Technical score 70 + 30 Financial