VACANCY INFORMATION

DFID Pakistan is looking to recruit suitably qualified/experienced people into its Deputy Programme

Managers pool that may be called upon to fill permanent/ fixed term positions that arise over the next

12 months, we currently have 2 identified vacancies which we are looking to fill as soon as possible

subject to completion of the due processes. Membership in the pool is valid for 12 months and a post

must be secured before the pool end date. If successful and you are not offered a post immediately,

we will contact you periodically to update you on possible vacancies that may be arising. We will also

provide you with as much notice as possible if we are planning to offer you a post.

Any offer of appointment will be subject to medical clearance, security clearance and satisfactory

references. Please note that your inclusion to the pool is not a guaranteed offer of future employment.

Job Details:

Grade: Band B1 (LE I equivalent)Anticipated job start date:

To be Confirmed, dependent on available vacancies. Is this vacancy suitable for individuals with alternative working patterns/reduced hours?

No

Selection Method Paper application review. Interview and a management exercise for short-listed applicants.

A telephone interview may be part of the sifting process.

Job Type: Generalist Programme Management

Salary Range: PKR 1,973,636pa – PKR 3,387,716pa

Background

A stable, prosperous and democratic Pakistan is a top priority for the UK’s development and wider national interests. To help deliver that, DFID Pakistan has four principal objectives:

i. building peace and stability across the region;ii. strengthening democracy;

iii. supporting economic growth; and iv. helping the state to deliver better services to the poor.

These four objectives were agreed by the National Security Council in July 2010.

Pakistan faces enormous challenges: a fragile economy, precarious governance, infrastructure constraints, off-track MDGs and deep conflict/humanitarian challenges.

Pakistan has become one of DFID’s largest offices, with the resources to have a real impact on these challenges. That has placed a premium on effective planning, strong and disciplined programme management, and robust results monitoring.

We need excellent administrative staff to support our programme and advisory specialists to deliver one of DFID’s largest country programmes. This is an exciting opportunity to join the team. With a number of large and complex programmes to implement in difficult environments, strong and effective programme management is critical to deliver our results and respond to the high levels of scrutiny.

The post holder will need a positive, pro-active and can-do attitude to the role. He/she must have demonstrated an ability to work under pressure in a fast-moving situation and to juggle a varied workload. Strong communication and organisational skills, and broad programme management experience will be critical.

Diversity

Applications are welcomed from all parts of the community and selection will be made on merit.

Job Descriptions/duties

Deputy Programme Managers play a key role in the effective programme management of DFID Pakistan’s portfolio, working with both Government, non-state providers, and other donors, including financial aid and technical assistance targeting a range of related outcomes. The role will include leading on different aspects of programme management i.e. design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation. Leading and working with others on effective commercial management is going to be important part of the DPM’s role.

Agreed objectives/duties will be agreed upon commencing employment with DFID Pakistan.

Specific tasks will include but not be restricted to:

Proactively plan and coordinate programme management activities with a range of advisers, other DFID colleagues, and external partners to ensure high quality design, implementation and monitoring of programmes in line with DFID project cycle management procedures and the new Programme Manager competency framework.

Ensure accurate financial forecasting, management, and compliance across the portfolio. This should be in line with DFID policies and Results management procedures and best practice.

Ensure annual and quarterly reporting and financial forecasting is delivered by programme partners, provides the information required by DFID, and that strong risk management is a central part of this process.

Ensure follow-up of audit and Annual Review recommendations. Represent DFID externally with Government of Pakistan officials, civil society, the private

sector and other donors as required. Provide additional support to the provincial programmes as required Produce high quality briefing and respond to requests for information on programmes from

across the office and the Pakistan London Team Contribute to high-level visits and policy formulation within DFID Pakistan. Line management and coach staff.

Key competencies required for this post (please refer to the CS Competency Framework attached):

Core Competency 1Delivering value for moneyCore Competency 2Making effective decisionsCore Competency 3Collaborating and partneringCore Competency 4Delivering at PaceCore Competency 5Building Capability for allCore Competency 6Leading and Communicating

Qualifications & Experience

Applicants must possess a post-graduate degree and have a minimum of 3 years’ experience of working within a programme management role. Experience of working in the development sector would be desirable but is not essential.

Process

Closing date for applications is 12:00 (PST) on 18th May 2015; please note that late applications will not be accepted.

Completed application form and up to date CV should be sent to AsiaHRHubRecruit <AsiaHRHubRecruit@DFID.gov.uk>

Only those applicants selected for interview will be contacted.

Contact

AsiaHRHubRecruit <AsiaHRHubRecruit@DFID.gov.uk>