Program Assistant (Counter Trafficking)

Kabul

Organization: CTG - Committed To Good
Location: Kabul
Grade: Level not specified - Level not specified
Occupational Groups:
- Administrative support
- Criminology, Extremism, Police Affairs and Anti-Corruption
- Drugs, Anti-Money Laundering, Terrorism and Human Trafficking
Closing Date: Closed

CTG Overview

CTG stands for Committed To Good. With an ethical approach at the heart of all that we do, it is a description that makes us proud. Respect for the fundamental human rights of our staff, and those our staff encounter, is a cornerstone of our values. We strive for gender equality, inclusion and diversity, providing fair and equal opportunities for all. We take a zero tolerance approach to corruption and stay true to local labour laws and all local statutory requirements.
In operation since 2006, today we are honoured to serve clients in 15 fragile and conflict-affected states assisting with disaster relief, peace building, humanitarian aid and development programmes through our specialised recruitment, HR management and operational services.

Overview of position

Under the direct supervision of the Senior Program Coordinator in Kabul & overall supervision of the Chief of Mission, the Counter Trafficking Assistant will be responsible for supporting Counter Trafficking (CT) project implementation in Afghanistan.

Role objectives

Programme implementation:

Provide support to the implementation of all project activities of the CT unit.
Assist in arranging workshops & trainings, including the development of agenda, identification of appropriate participants, translation of documents & logistics.
Conduct M&E & provide regular written reports of our clients partner’s activities.
Assist in the development, improvement & extension of CT IMD (database applications), including national TIP online database, our clients CT M&E database & CT hotline data tracking system.
Review existing systems, procedures & if necessary, recommend possible improvements to strengthen internal M&E & control systems in CTIP & improve efficiency & effectiveness.

Planning & reporting:

Assist with compilation of information for narrative & financial reports to donors & other stakeholders.
Monitor the financial status of all CT activities & projects in Afghanistan & regularly report on the same & report variances between budget & actual expenditures.
Provide administrative support, including filing, setting up meeting, taking notes, making photocopies, ordering supplies etc.
Provide logistical support & coordination of travel & events, including field visits, meetings, training & conferences.

Coordination & representation:

Create & maintain an electronic database of program counterparts, including govt. officials, CBO's & international organisations in Afghanistan.
Liaise with other agencies / NGOs / govt. bodies & UN agencies to ensure coordination, implementation of common standards in the field & consideration of CT issues in assistance program.
In coordination with other relevant actors, advocate for humanitarian access & advocate with govt. to assist any urgent CT needs.
Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Project reporting

This role works under the direct supervision of the Senior Program Coordinator in Kabul & overall supervision of the Chief of Mission.

Key competencies

- University Degree in Law, Criminology, International Relations or other relevant Sciences, sound knowledge of Human Trafficking, Organized Crime & related issues.
- Experience in CT work with international or local organization preferred.
- Thorough knowledge of English & Dari, good communication & interpersonal skills, excellent drafting, analytical & managerial skills. Knowledge of other local language(s) is an advantage.
- Respects & promotes individual & cultural differences, encourages diversity & inclusion wherever possible.
- Maintains high ethical standards & acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles / rules & standards of conduct.
- Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent & committed manner & exercises careful judgment in meeting day to day challenges.
- Develops & promotes effective collaboration within & across units to achieve shared goals & optimize results.
- Produces & delivers quality results in a service oriented & timely manner, is action oriented & committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
- Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge & innovate.
- Takes ownership for achieving the organization’s priorities & assumes responsibility for own action & delegated work.
- Encourages & contributes to clear & open communication, explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring & motivational way.
- Strong understanding of migration issues within Afghanistan & the reasons why people migrate.
- Basic knowledge of what the UN is doing in Afghanistan for migration & specifically for CT.
- Effectively interfaces with govt. officials of appropriate level on matters related to substantive migration issues & the work of our client.
- Reporting & writing skills, strong IT skills, excellent communication & negotiations skills, M&E skills, drive for result.
- Knowledge of using data collection through KOBO.

Team management

This role has no team management responsibility.

Further information

Internals of the organization & NMS candidates, as well as external female candidates, will be considered as 1st tier candidates.
This vacancy is also open to 2nd tier candidates.
The appointment is subject to funding confirmation.
Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements & security clearances.
Interested applicants are invited to send curriculum vitae through ACBAR website on or before COB of 16th March 2021 latest.
We do not accept hard copies of resumes.
Due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Please ensure that the email address that you will indicate in your application is accurate.
Campaigning for a candidate can be grounds for disqualification.