HI has been supporting the Afghan people since 1987, starting its operations in Pakistan. Since 1996, HI has been operating across Afghanistan in order to launch victim assistance interventions, working at different levels of the society and adopting a cross-sectoral approach. While present on the ground to directly support victims of the conflict through the provision of a range of services – from physical rehabilitation, to mine risk education and inclusive livelihoods – HI has been continuously advocating to increase the rights of victims and other people with disabilities in the country. In particular, and in line with its global strategy and priorities, HI has been advocating to reduce the use of landmines and conventional weapons. Acknowledging the need to respond to the urgent emergency crises combined with longer term, chronic gaps in the provision of services, HI has steadily expanded its range of activities and services in order to support the most vulnerable people, enhancing their resilience while strengthening participation and inclusion of all individuals.

Job Purpose:

Reporting to the area manager with close working with the program and the support services teams based in Kabul Kandahar, the Project Manager contributes to the implementation of the mandate and the 10-year strategy of Humanity & Inclusion in the country where s/he is based. S/he is responsible for implementing the INTPA- funded (multi-year) project in Spin Boldak, Kandahar. S/he ensures optimal quality and the impact of the project implemented by means of a delegation system with appropriate oversight mechanisms. With all the other HI managers, the project manager shares responsibility for the sound management and effective functioning of the global organization. The Project Manager is based in Spin Boldak which foresee regular visits to Kandahar and Kabul.

Job Description

The Duties and responsibilities may include but not limited to: 

Mission 1: Management

• Manager as a role model: embody HI's values on a daily basis, and be a role model.
• Manager as a coach for meaning: understand the strategy, make it explicit, translate it into operational objectives for his or her team, lead the necessary changes. Give meaning to each management action. Encourage inter and intra departmental exchanges of practice. Encourage innovation and risk-taking.
• Operational manager: organize the operational management of his or her team, structure the work around identified processes, steer performance and facilitate the resolution of problems.
• First HR & Coach: contribute to the development of his or her staff, creating the conditions for their commitment, professionalism and attachment to HI. Ensure compliance with the code of conduct and institutional policies, the mindset and expected individual and collective behavior.

Mission 2: Strategy and steering

Deployment of HI Strategy and HI frameworks & regulations in the intervention area

• Contribute to program or country operational strategy (StratOp).
• Support the development of new project proposals for the continuity or expansion of the project.
• Ensure the deployment and compliance with HI global frameworks, institutional policies and standards in the intervention area. These include: the mandatory reference frameworks (such as HI Mission & Values or HI Theory of Change: Access to services), all HI's institutional policies (Security/ Code of Conduct and Safeguarding/ Bribery prevention / PME and Project Quality Framework / Disability- Gender-Age…), and all institutional directives.

Mission 3: Operational implementation

Ensure the implementation of PHARDA project in the intervention area in line with the overall strategy of the organization, the project proposal and donor guidelines and implement the activities according to the project plans with the below specific Responsibilities:

Responsibility 1: Support the organization in Reducing the vulnerability and improved wellbeing of people living with disabilities in the intervention area, during the implementation of the project with the below specific activities:

• Ensure that activities are implemented in line with the project proposal, the allocated budget and the standards operating procedures (SOPs). This requires regular follow up with the program, support services and technical staff.
• In cooperation with the Area Manager, the Project Manager, the Operation Manager, Grants Department and Technical Unit teams in Kabul, ensure project reporting internally.
• Oversees and manage the delivery of physiotherapy services through the mobile teams
• Oversee and manage the procurement and delivery of assistive devises in line with the relevant departments of the organization.
• Oversees and manage the repair services for P&O and PSS services through the mobile teams
• Support the mapping of service providers in the central region of the county.

Responsibility 2: Ensure that project implementation complies with the existing frameworks

• Oversee expenditure and manage the project activity-specific budget lines according to the delegation he/she received based on the program signature delegation table.
• Ensure the proper implementation and follow-up of institutional policies (specifically PME, PSEAH and Age-Gender- Disability policies) and the other HI internal standards.
• Ensure compliance with the terms of the project proposal and the rules applied by the project funding body/bodies.
• Ensure compliance with global technical standards and norms by communicating and by involving the technical specialists and officers with expertise in the project themes.
• Actively engage in the development and follow of the supply plan for the project activities.
• Actively engage in the recruitment of the staff needed for implementation of the project.

Responsibility 3: Ensure project monitoring, evaluation, reporting, accountability and learning

• Ensure project monitoring, specifically activity progress indicators and the expected outcomes.
• Develop and implement the project evaluation plan.
• Ensure that the project is accountable and responsible to the local stakeholders.
• Ensure project learning, considering lessons learned from similar previous projects, following the recommendations made throughout the project (from evaluations, support missions, audits, etc.), and capitalizing on the acquired knowledge.
• Contribute to creating and maintaining the proper conditions for learning around rehab programming.
• Contribute to a safe environment for sharing of ideas, solutions, and difficulties and the capacity to detect, analyze and respond quickly to small deficiencies.
• Reports the project activities and achievement as per the project requirements.
• Conduct field visits as per need and validation of the line manager.

Responsibility 4: Ensure project data management

• Utilize HI’s data collection and management tools
• Ensure that data related to the project is collected and compiled in the project databases and supervise the activities of the database officers.
• Carry out regular checks and makes any necessary corrections to the activity database/plan.
• Guarantee the proper archiving of information and records.

Responsibility 5: Coordinate the teams involved in the project

• Directly line manage the local staff including physiotherapist, P&O technicians, Database officer, social workers, guards and cook.
• Facilitate coordination meetings between his/her direct team located in the area when necessary.
• Ensure that his/her team and the support teams (shared and technical services, in particular) work well together in order to facilitate the implementation of the project in the intervention area.
• Participate the project monthly, ISPR, kick-off and other meetings.

Responsibility 6: Other

• Perform any activity that is assigned by the functional and technical line managers.
• Perform any other activity foreseen necessary for the implementation of the project.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Relevant studies (management, international relations), previous training in PCM.
• At least two years of professional experience in implementing projects with international organizations.
• Strong understanding of physical rehabilitation and inclusion, and experience in budget management skills.
• Being capable of helping team members to progress: developing his/her staff’s ability to work autonomously.
• Knowing how to position oneself so things can move forward.
• Knowing how to simplify and prioritize.

Application Process:

Applicants can login to the online application system by copying and pasting the following link into their web browser https://airtable.com/appR0Jrpzve8slLI4/shrWemcWXhnbygV3b to submit their details and upload their required documents prior to the deadline.

Important notes:

• Please note that only the applications received through the online platform will be considered for this position.
• It is important to note that applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Therefore, timely submission is crucial.
• After the review process, please be aware that only candidates who have been shortlisted will be contacted for the next stages of the recruitment process. If you do not hear from us within one week from the closing date , please consider that your application has not been shortlisted for further process.

- HI has got strong stand on protection of beneficiaries.

"The Role Holder will have to create and maintain an environment which prevents sexual exploitation and abuse and promotes the implementation of the code of conduct"

HI promotes and upholds the principles of equal opportunities and its policies (PSEAH, Child Protection etc). HI has a zero tolerance approach to any harm to, or exploitation of, a vulnerable adult or a child by any of our staff, representatives or partners. Recruitment to all jobs in HI includes, in particular, criminal
record checks and the collection of relevant references. Safeguarding our beneficiaries is our top priority in everything we do.

Individuals with disabilities and female candidates are especially encouraged to apply. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly value the unique perspectives and contributions that you can bring to our team.