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Job Summary

• Under the direct supervision of the Programme Officer (DRR), the Senior Programme Associate (DRR-NBS/CCA) will provide assistance to the SNFI-DRR Programme and other relevant units in disaster risk management. The selected candidate will focus on enhancing natural-based solutions (NBS) and climate change adaptation (CCA) activities through advising and improving these initiatives as outlined in the tasks below.
   

The CTG Jobs in Kabul, (Senior Programme Associate) will have responsibilities that include:

• Assist to develop internal principles for best practice nature-based solutions and climate change adaptation within IOM's DRR Programme, collaborating with various relevant units (i.e. Durable solutions, WASH, and Infrastructure) and regional offices.
• Undertake an analysis of IOM's nature-based solutions and climate change adaptation potentials involving water resource management, revegetation, climate, and disaster areas to recommend ways to harmonize efforts and increase impact.
• Explore collaborations with local partners to enhance capacity building and leverage international and local expertise in order to develop and implement effective nature-based solutions and techniques for climate change adaptation.
• Collaborate with colleagues throughout the Programmes to promote understanding and adoption of the UN's definition of nature-based solutions and the implementation of related projects.
• Provide support across IOM Programmes and IOM regional Offices, to develop and validate the environmental social framework that addresses social, economic, and environmental challenges.
• Coordinate with M&E team to monitor the adherence to the environmental and safety policies in the field operation in line with the IOM and donor policies.
• Work effectively with CBDRM and DRMI team leaders to incorporate NBS and CCA concepts into the conventional DRR programming and develop the needed tools accordingly.
• Support Programme Officer (DRR) in the development of concept notes, proposal, reporting and best practices within the organization for nature-based solutions and climate change adaptation projects.
• Undertake other duties that may be assigned by the line manager.

Job Requirment

• Bachelor's degree in in a relevant field such as environmental, civil, or agricultural engineering, disaster management, community development, or public health with at least four years of relevant professional experience

• High school/College Diploma in the above field of studies with 6 years of relevant professional experience.

  Experience

• Experience in the environmental and natural based interventions, including:
• Water resource management, revegetation, and eco-diversity.
• Experience in the usage of office software packages (MS word, excel etc.)
• Experience in conducting training workshops and developing training materials.
• A strong understanding of disaster risk management principles, community-based approaches to disaster preparedness, and local government structures.

• Willingness to travel frequently to different communities within the program area.

  SKILLS

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, as well as strong interpersonal and facilitation skills.
• The ability to work effectively with diverse groups of people and build partnerships is also essential.
• Proficiency in Engineering codes including IBC, ASCE, and ASTM.
• Familiarity with Survey Engineering tools such as Total station, level machine, and GPS.
• Knowledge in MS Office, Auto Cad and other construction related software.
• Experience with Planning and scheduling software’s such as MS project.

• The candidate must be willing to reside and work in designated areas and work overtime if necessary.

  Languages

• For all Applicants, fluency in English is required (oral and written).
• Working knowledge of Pashto or Dari is required.
• Fluency in all national language(s) are highly advantages.

• Note: Qualified female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

  Required Competencies:

•   VALUES - All IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:
• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.
• CORE COMPETENCIES - Behavioural indicators
• Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.

• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

  Other

• Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

Submission Guideline

• Click on the link below and then click on ‘Register and Apply’ if you are not already registered with CTG.
• Follow the steps to provide your details and register;
• Provide the information marked in red.
• Save your profile and upload copies of your qualification and CV.
• Once your profile is created and saved go to Vacancies tab on the right corner.
• Click on the vacancy that you want to apply for.
• Provide your current employment details, date that you are available from and salary expectations.
• Tick the boxes and click submit.
• You will see your application under the Application tab.

          link:

• Vacancy Reference NO. on website: VAC-12083

• Note: Due to the high volume of applications received, only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Please ensure that the e-mail address that you will indicate in your application is accurat

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Country

Afghanistan

City

Kabul

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