The Asia Foundation (the Foundation), a non-profit international development organization committed to improving lives across a dynamic and developing Asia, seeks an experienced Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Advisor for a proposed five-year, Asia Trafficking in Persons (CTIP) Program (“Asia CTIP”). Issued as a Leader with Associates (LWA), Asia CTIP will be a cooperative agreement through which selected implementer will provide USAID with a broad range of support for CTIP programing across the region. The Foundation is leading a consortium of organizations applying for this anticipated award.

The Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Advisor will be responsible for developing and implementing a robust private sector engagement strategy for countering trafficking in persons. This includes developing partnerships and building relationships with the private sector, identifying opportunities for public-private partnerships, and working with specific high risk supply chains. The Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Advisor will be considered Key Personnel for Asia CTIP. The position will be full time and based in Bangkok, Thailand (pending confirmation), contingent upon award and approval by USAID. The Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning Advisor will be responsible for the following essential duties:

SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES • Oversee and coordinate all project monitoring, evaluation, and learning activities. • Develop and design the project’s learning agenda. • Oversee the planning and implementation of monitoring and evaluation plans for both country level and regional activities • Support the establishment and maintenance of an overall evaluation framework processes, procedures, and procurement mechanisms, to measure, assess, and report on program results • Ensure rigorous research and robust data collection in a timely manner. • Analyze M&E data and develop project activities based on results. • Ensure that learning is integrated throughout the project to identify and share outcomes and impact of activities. • Develop innovative strategies to enhance CTIP learning and pilot new approaches to counter TIP.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS • Advanced degree in economics, business, international relations, social science, political science, or other related field; • Minimum five (5) years of relevant professional experience managing monitoring and evaluation in democracy, human rights, governance programming with a minimum of five (5) years’ experience in Asia; • Demonstrated ability in data analysis, project design, monitoring, and evaluation of development activities, such as gender-based violence, particularly in monitoring complex and hard to identify populations such as trafficked persons; • Experience developing results frameworks, logical frameworks, or similar tools for project design; • Experience developing and/or using monitoring, evaluation, and learning plans; • Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in monitoring and evaluating programs, including indicator development, study design, and data analysis, with particular focus on democracy, governance, and human rights programs; and • Experience using knowledge management software or database.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and CV by September 5, 2016 to psds.consultants@asiafoundation.org with the position listed in the subject line. The Asia Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. No phone calls, please.

The Asia Foundation (the Foundation), a non-profit international development organization committed to improving lives across a dynamic and developing Asia, seeks an experienced Chief of Party for a proposed five-year, Asia Trafficking in Persons (CTIP) Program (“Asia CTIP”). Issued as a Leader with Associates (LWA), Asia CTIP will be a cooperative agreement through which selected implementer will provide USAID with a broad range of support for CTIP programing across the region. The Foundation is leading a consortium of organizations applying for this anticipated award.

The Chief of Party will be responsible for providing overall vision, leadership, and guidance for the program. The Chief of Party will market Asia CTIP to and maintain relationships with USAID bureaus and missions; design and lead/participate in field assessments and other technical assistance activities and support visits; develop technical materials, tools, and guidelines for program staff, consultants, and technical assistance recipients; lead and/or facilitate the design and delivery of training; write and present technical papers highlighting emerging trends; identify opportunities to disseminate technical learning and expertise through local and international fora; and maintain effective collaboration with consortium members.

The Chief of Party will be considered Key Personnel for Asia CTIP. The position will be full time and based in Bangkok, Thailand (pending confirmation), contingent upon award and approval by USAID. The Chief of Party will be responsible for the following essential duties:

SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide technical leadership for all activities under the LWA, including conceptualizing, designing, implementing and monitoring innovative, cutting-edge programming and technical leadership activities that cover “the four Ps” of CTIP: prevention, protection, prosecution, and policy/partnerships, and reflect multi-country and/or cross-regional application and relevance.
• Serve as the primary point of contact with USAID for procedural and substantive matters, and be responsible for the technical aspects of performance, procurement, personnel, reporting, and other management-related requirements of the cooperative agreement
• Manage relationships between and among members of the Foundation-led Consortium and USAID representatives in Bangkok, including meeting and consulting regularly with USAID regarding the program’s performance and direction
• Coordinate the Consortium’s response to program opportunities
• Lead the Consortium in marketing the LWA to USAID missions across Asia
• Plan and lead regular Consortium meetings to facilitate collaborative planning and implementation of awards
• Identify and share learnings across country-level projects under the LWA
• Supervise a multi-cultural team of professionals and experts across various technical and functional areas (e.g. CTIP, gender, research, monitoring and evaluation, etc.)

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Relevant advanced degree in management, international development, social science, law enforcement, law, public policy, or a related field of study;
• Minimum of ten years’ progressively responsible experience in international development, with at least five years of senior managerial-level experience in a developing country, preferably in Asia;
• Strong professional credibility and technical knowledge of trafficking, migration, and human rights issues, with at least ten years of demonstrated experience working on CTIP and/or cross-border and/or internal labor migration, including for USAID and other donor-supported CTIP programs;
• Technical knowledge of gender integration strategies and the gender dimensions of TIP in Asia highly preferred
• Demonstrated capabilities in high-level strategic visioning and leadership, and experience in working effectively with senior government officials/ agencies, civil society, local, and national government authorities and with USAID and/or other development partners and donors;
• Demonstrated leadership and administrative skills in program management, including managing budgets and personnel, motivating and supervising team efforts, and achieving success in complex activities are required;
• Broad geographic experience across Asia, as well as experience designing and implementing programs in a range of political contexts;
• Experience managing large and complex multi-country USAID and/or other donor programs (with experience in USAID LWA and/or IQC/IDIQ mechanisms highly preferable), and extensive knowledge of USAID procurement rules and regulations;
• Candidates must have experience developing and managing multi-sectoral projects, and leading and supervising multi- cultural and multi-disciplinary teams;
• Proven effectiveness in relationships with counterparts, partners and clients is required. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills required. Excellent oral and written communication skills in English. Proficiency in at least one Asian language preferred.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and CV by September 5, 2016 to psds.consultants@asiafoundation.org with the position listed in the subject line. The Asia Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. No phone calls, please.

The Asia Foundation (TAF) is a non-profit international development organization committed to improving lives across a dynamic and developing Asia. Informed by six decades of experience and deep local expertise, our programs address critical issues affecting Asia in the 21st century - governance and law, economic development, women's empowerment, environment, and regional cooperation. In addition, our Books for Asia and professional exchange programs are among the ways we encourage Asia's continued development as a peaceful, just, and thriving region of the world. If you share the same vision and commitment, we invite you to fill in the below vacancy under our Economic Reform and Development Entrepreneurship Project. The Assistant Program Officer's duties and responsibilities include the following but not limited to:

• Support the program team on project implementation and monitoring;
• Draft concept notes, progress reports, and success stories on Philippine Economic Reform;
• Ensure close coordination, liaison and partnership with NGOs, stakeholders, donors and government partners to ascertain their support to policies and relevant activities;
• Coordinate the operations and program aspects of economic, governance, and education projects under the Coalition for Change, partnership of the Australian Embassy and TAF in the Philippines;
• Prepare letter of grant to partners and letter of contract to Consultants and monitor their deliverable and financial requirements; and

• Provide administrative and logistical assistance to the program team on travel arrangements, events/training/workshop organizing and management.Qualifications:

• Must have completed Bachelor's degree in Economics or related courses. Graduate of Masters in Economics is highly desirable.

• At least 2 years of professional experience preferably with development organizations

• Knowledge of the Philippine NGO community and government agencies particularly those working on governance and/or conflict issues.

• Knowledge of DFAT or other international donor agency requirements and regulations

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Tagalog.

• Strong time management skills and keen to details

• Computer proficient in word processing, spreadsheets, and database management.

Interested applicants should send application letter and CV to efren.tadeo@asiafoundation.org not later than January 11, 2017.

BACKGROUND

In late 2016, NGO Forum Timor-Leste (FONGTIL) and The Asia Foundation began implementing a program, funded by the European Union, to support local non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to implement social audits and use the results to advocate to government for more effective and appropriately resourced public services for communities across the country.

The program directly supports the ongoing efforts of Prime Minister Rui Maria de Araújo, who introduced the social audit initiative at the swearing in of the new government in early 2015. The Prime Minister identified the priority sectors of agriculture, education, health, and basic infrastructure, and the government and civil society subsequently forged a partnership for social auditing marked by a Memorandum of Understanding between FONGTIL and the Prime Minister. The social audits will support citizens to evaluate public sector policy and implementation against the government’s stated objectives and commitments, using concrete evidence that has been collected in a participatory and inclusive manner.

This program will result in the development and refinement of rigorous tools and guidelines for data collection and citizen engagement, financial and technical support to NGOs to implement social audit projects nation-wide, and support to ensure that the findings are followed up and taken into account in policy-making, collaborating closely with the Social Audit Unit in the Office of the Prime Minister (SAU OPM).

Social Audit Initiative in Timor-Leste

Article 5 of the Memorandum of Understanding between the Government of the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste and FONGTIL regarding social auditing lays out eight principles as guidelines for conducting social audits in Timor-Leste:

• Multi-Perspective/Polyvocal. Aims to reflect the views (voices) of all those people (stakeholders) involved with or affected by the organization/department/program.

• Comprehensive. Aims to (eventually) report on all aspects of the organizations’ work and performance.

• Participatory. Encourages participation of stakeholders and sharing of their values.

• Multidirectional. Stakeholders share and give feedback on multiple aspects.

• Regular. Aims to produce social accounts on a regular basis so that the concept and the practice become embedded in the culture of the organization, covering all the activities.

• Comparative. Provides a means, whereby, the organization can compare its own performance each year and against appropriate external norms or benchmarks; and provide for comparisons with organizations doing similar work and reporting in similar fashion.

• Verification. Ensures that the social accounts are audited by a suitably experienced person or agency with no vested interest in the organization.

• Disclosure/Openness. Ensures that the audited accounts are disclosed to stakeholders and the wider community in the interests of accountability and transparency, except for information pertaining to matters of national security and defense.

• Evidence based. Social auditing must be designed in accordance with methodologies that ensure the quality of audit results; the entire process of social auditing must be based on scientifically rigorous methods, in order to achieve results with sufficient quality to gain the trust of people and the results to be reported to the government that are based on data and information that is scientifically defensible.

On 1 and 2 December, 2016, a workshop was held by FONGTIL and the SAU OPM with support and participation from The Asia Foundation. One objective of the workshop was to develop an agreed overall structure for the steps or cycle for social audit in Timor-Leste, to provide a basis for a Social Audit Handbook or guidelines (matadalan in Tetum) that will inform future social audit projects funded by the program. The workshop was attended by numerous members of FONGTIL (which is the umbrella organization for NGOs in Timor-Leste and also houses ReNAS, or the National Network for Social Auditing), and featured presentations by seven NGOs on their social audit processes, and a presentation by the SAU OPM. An expert in social auditing engaged by the Foundation also presented, and his observations on important themes and potential issues related to the NGOs’ work, as well as recommendations for future work, were summarized in a report to the Foundation in early December.

It is imperative that the Social Audit Handbook for Timor-Leste be developed and stakeholders trained on it no later than mid-February, so that the social audits may be completed by NGO grantees by the end of April 2017 (in advance of national elections in late 2017).

Consultancy Terms of Reference

The Foundation will engage an individual or team or individuals to accomplish this consultancy. The broad objective of the consultancy is to develop a customized manual for implementing social audits in Timor-Leste. The manual and training materials will be developed in English and later translated to Tetum. The consultant is expected to work closely with The Asia Foundation, FONGTIL, and the SAU OPM while developing the manual. Two broad stakeholder consultations are recommended: (a) to discuss and share the framework and chapter schema for the manual; and (b) to share and review the draft final product. The following activities and outputs of the consultant are envisioned:

Activity

Purpose

Output

Timeline

1. Preparatory meetings and consultations

§ Understanding the broader context of social audits in Timor-Leste

§ Reviewing pilot initiatives (stakeholder consultation)

§ Assembling necessary contents for the manual, including materials from the pilot initiatives (e.g. case studies).

§ Materials and notes to structure the content of the manual

§ A draft structure for the manual to be shared with the Foundation, FONGTIL, and other stakeholders

1 week

1. Preparing the draft manual

§ Drafting the first version of the manual in line with the agreed format and contents

§ A 40-50 page draft manual detailing all agreed contents

§ A 35-40 slide PowerPoint presentation

§ Worksheets and case studies

3 weeks

1. Finalizing the manual

§ Seek feedback from stakeholders on the draft structure and contents through a Training of Trainers (ToT) for stakeholders

§ Conduct 2 days ToT workshop

§ Refine final versions of the manual and training materials

1 week (2 days for the workshop and 3-5 days for finalizing the manual and materials)

The consultancy is envisioned to begin no later than the 16^th of January, 2017.

Qualifications

The Asia Foundation will consider applications from consultants or teams of consultants who:

• Have demonstrated exceptional understanding and experience of social audit concepts and processes, including extensive practical experience in implementing government or social accountability projects;

• Have relevant experience designing and delivering training in Timor-Leste or other developing country contexts;

• Have the proven ability to conceptualize social audit methodology and processes and to present them in a clear, concise manner for training purposes;

• Have experience in working collaboratively with civil society, government, and community-level stakeholders;

• Have strong speaking and writing abilities in English;

• Have excellent cross-cultural sensitivity and communication skills;

• Have strong Tetum language skills and/or previous work experience in Timor-Leste an advantage.

Budget

Applicants should include in the proposal budget the following costs and payments:

• Payment of all individuals engaged under the contract.

• Any necessary international travel, including airfare, accommodation, airport taxes, visas, and per diems.

• Any necessary domestic travel with the exception of the one vehicle mentioned below.

• Any necessary interpretation costs for meetings and trainings.

The Foundation takes responsibility for the following, not to be included in the contract fee:

• Foundation staff time for management and support of the consultant(s).

• The provision of one driver and vehicle for occasional meetings in Dili (subject to availability).

• Space at The Asia Foundation in Timor-Leste, Dili, for the consultants to work during office hours, including access to internet and printers.

• Translation costs of the handbook and training materials from English to Tetum. All training costs, including venue hire, refreshments, printing of materials

Expressions of interest

Interested candidates must submit the requirements as follows no later than 8^th January 2017 at 5PM to Tamara Failor, Social Audit Program Coordinator, via email totamara.failor@asiafoundation.org

• A written application, including a brief section on the applicants’ understanding of the ToR and comments, if any, and a draft work plan and schedule for accomplishing the consultancy

• Up to date and relevant CV(s)

• Examples of past work (research contributions or training materials)

• Budget proposal

Chief of Party - Long- and Short-term Advisors in Decentralization, Cambodia

The Asia Foundation, a nonprofit international development organization committed to improving lives across a dynamic and developing Asia is seeking qualified Chief of Party candidates and other long- and short-term advisors for an upcoming, multi-year decentralization project in Cambodia.

Candidates should be development professionals with specific sectoral expertise, including but not limited to: decentralization and local governance, service delivery, social accountability, anti-corruption, civil society development, public financial management, and media programming as well as program management, monitoring and evaluation, and finance and grants management.

Qualifications:

Applicants should be international development professionals with a minimum of ten years of relevant experience for Chief of Party and other senior advisor positions and a minimum of five years of relevant experience for mid-level positions. For Chief of Party candidates, experience working with government and donor communities, particularly the US government, and an advanced degree in political science, international relations, or another relevant field are required.

Essential Skills:

All candidates must be able to demonstrate an understanding of value systems, traditions and social norms and practices of different cultures and religions. Excellent consulting skills will be required including: Communication, both oral and written, consensus building, team facilitation, all with an emphasis on results and cultural sensitivity. Knowledge or experience of the decentralization/local governance environment in Cambodia preferred. Strong oral and written communication skills in English and proficiency in Khmer required.

Chief of Party: Desirable skills include but are not limited to: • proven technical and managerial experience and skills, preferably in Cambodia or Lower Mekong Region; • previous experience as a Chief of Party, Deputy Chief of Party, or Team Leader; • experience developing and managing complex projects, leading multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary teams, working with government counterparts, community groups, and donor partners; • knowledge and experience of the political, economic, administrative, and socio-cultural context of decentralization/local governance, service delivery, anti-corruption, and media programming in Cambodia or a similar context; • experience undertaking effective consultation with a wide range of sub-national and national stakeholders; • demonstrated capabilities in high-level strategic planning, management, M&E, and leadership of projects of similar scope and above US$10 million in size, and • experience in working effectively with senior government officials/agencies, civil society, sub-national, and national government authorities and other development partners and donors.

The Asia Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/M/F/D/V. No phone calls, please.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and CV by January 23, 2017 to psds.consultants@asiafoundation.org with the position listed in the subject line

The selected firm will assist Credit Information Corporation (CIC), a government owned and controlled corporation, in producing a study on the valuation of CIC shares and in identifying potential buyers pursuant to the provision of Republic Act 9510, otherwise known as the Credit Information System Act.

Background

Republic Act 9510, otherwise known as the Credit Information System Act (CISA), seeks to establish a centralized, comprehensive Credit Information System (CIS). The operation of a CIS is expected to “greatly improve the overall availability of credit especially to micro, small and medium-scale enterprises; provide mechanisms to make credit more cost-effective; and reduce the excessive dependence on collateral to secure credit facilities” (Section 2, CISA). The same law has created the Credit Information Corporation (CIC) “whose purpose shall be to receive and consolidate basic credit information, and to provide access to reliable, standardized information on credit history and financial condition of borrowers” (Sec. 5, CISA).

The CISA created the CIC with the national government owning 60% of common shares for a period not to exceed 5 years from the date of commencement of operations. Thereafter, the CIC will be privatized with the government selling at least 20% of its shares to qualified investors (Sec. 5(m), CISA). To successfully privatize the institution, it is important to provide a fair market valuation of CIC shares and to explore potential buyers who may be interested to purchase the government shares.

Scope of Work:

1. study the nature of operations, financial performance and prospects of CIC;

2. identify appropriate valuation tools applicable to the unique nature of CIC’s function and operations;

3. participate in meetings and interviews with CIC officials and potential buyers of government shares; and

4. prepare a report on fair market valuation of CIC shares and potential buyers of government shares.

Qualifications:

1. A duly registered entity in the Philippines

2. Has excellent track record of rendering fair valuation reports on several Philippine companies

The selected firm will be engaged covering the period January 16, 2017 to May 31, 2017.

*Interested firms are strongly encouraged to send Letter of Intent and Proposal by email not later than 11 January 2017 to Ramon N. Cabrera, Assistant Program Officer(ramon.cabrera@asiafoundation.org;* rncabrera@competeproject.ph)

The Asia Foundation (the Foundation) is a non-profit, non-governmental organization committed to the development of a peaceful, prosperous, just, and open Asia-Pacific region. Drawing on 60 years of experience, the Foundation supports initiatives to improve governance, law and civil society; women's empowerment; economic reform and development; sustainable development and the environment; and international relations. The Asia Foundation has offices in 18 countries throughout Asia and is headquartered in San Francisco. In Afghanistan, the Foundation supports four primary themes: Governance and Law, Women’s Empowerment, Education, and Survey/Research and Knowledge Development.

In the Education department, the Foundation through the support of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), is implementing a six year umbrella project titled Strengthening Education in Afghanistan (SEA-II). The goal of SEA-II is to improve institutional capacity, operations, management, and programming of educational institutions and civil society organizations in Afghanistan that implement activities in line with higher and basic education needs of Afghanistan as expressed in the Ministry of Higher Education (MoHE) and Ministry of Education (MoE) strategic plans as well as the USAID-Afghanistan strategy.

Scope of Work

An activity in SEA-II is supporting to strengthen the quality of instruction for high school science and math teachers, and in the first phase elected to focus on three underserved provinces: Badakshan, Kandahar, and Khost. The Foundation worked closely with the General Directorate of Science Education and Technology (GDSET), a Directorate within the Ministry of Education (MoE), to provide the capacity development to the teachers and lab technicians of 60 schools in the mentioned three provinces. The first phase of the activity is completed and the Foundation received the approval to continue this very successful activity that will be modified to meet the following four objectives throughout a period of three years:

1. Sustainability: Developing GDSET centers into Centers of Excellence in eight zones across the country: Central, Central High, North, North East, West, East, South, and South-East;
2. Scalability: Using technology to scale this high quality instruction of science and math to enable access to all high schools across the country;
3. Development of Model Science Schools: Transforming the above 60 schools into model schools where the quality of science and math instruction is of high quality; and
4. Expansion: Expanding to reach an additional 80 schools in four additional underserved provinces;

To that end, the second objective “ Scalability is concerned with the using of technology to scale the science/mathematics quality instructions and trainings and enable the access to high all schools across the country to use the resources of GDSET. The consultant, under the supervision of the Foundation and Director General of GDSET, will be responsible for developing a strategy and methodology to scale the science/mathematics trainings and materials by using technology. The strategy will be used to develop systems that can offer distance learning to teachers both as courses and point-in-time trainings.

Key Duties and responsibilities

The consultant will be responsible for supporting the objective two and develop a detailed strategy on what are the most effective technical solutions to “broadcast” all of the training materials from the center to the provinces considering the resources that the GDSET has it all provinces. To this end, the consultant, with support from the Foundation and GDSET will conduct the following tasks:

• Review the GDSET strategic plan and understands the priorities of GDSET in using the technology and how the technology can further support the GDSET to implement its mandate; • Conduct a study to see the feasibility of using technology in scaling the GDSET trainings; • Conduct a study of GDSET provincial centers and understands its situations that how the technology can work in the provinces; • Address the issue of “distance learning” and provide methodologies on how GDSET can commence distance learning to the most rural areas of Afghanistan; • Provide recommendations on developing a state of the art web-site for GDSET that will house training modules that can be easily downloaded, Kankor preparation materials, and organizational information and so on; • Present a final report detailing methodology, implementation strategy and an estimated cost; • Conduct an assessment of two functions in the Mistry of Higher Education and develop a strategy for improving accountability and service deliver. In addition, develop an estimate for the implementation of the strategy; • Recommend low cost technological tools and solutions for in-class usage by students in promoting science teaching particularly blended learning; and • Develop a package of training to equip teachers with basic competencies in identifying digital resources and integrating them into the classroom instruction to improve students’ science learning;

Required Qualifications and Skills

1. Master’s in Information Technology, Computer Science or other relevant field;
2. A minimum of five to seven years of experience in education – technology and related development areas;
3. Demonstrated experience in development and implementation of distance learning and state-of-the art web-site development;
4. Excellent written and communication skills in English Pashto / Dari;
5. Experience in working in Afghanistan’s government and particularly with the Ministry of Communication and IT is preferred;
6. Excellent interpersonal relationship skills and ability to work with a diverse team people with different backgrounds; and
7. Able to quickly join the organization.

Qualified applicants are encouraged to submit their resumes with a detailed application letter and contact details, no later than February 10, 2017 to afghanistan.jobs@asiafoundation.org.

Please clearly indicate “Technology Consultant” in the subject line. Only short listed candidates will be informed.

Peduli is a Government of Indonesia (GoI) initiative to promote social inclusion as a pathway out of poverty. The Coordination Ministry for Human Development and Culture (Kemenko PMK, also known as PMK) created Peduli in 2010. The program is funded by the Australian Government through its Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT).

The first phase of the program was managed by the World Bank from 2011 to 2014. The Asia Foundation (TAF) was awarded a grant in 2014 to manage the second phase of Peduli. Based on strong performance, DFAT has extended the grant for a further two years. TAF will continue to manage Peduli until the end of 2018.

SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

The Peduli Team Leader has an overall responsibility to ensure quality of service delivery in accordance with the objectives and principles of the Program and needs of program stakeholders and partners. S/he leads the strategy and management across the program and provides intellectual leadership in relation to mainstreaming social inclusion. This role is focusing on long-range in nature but with responsibility to ensure that short-range matters are delegated to, and effectively undertaken by, relevant staff. The function has a dual focus on effectiveness and efficiency, including the value-for-money aspects of the program.

This position reports to The Asia Foundation’s Country Representative and is a member of the Foundation’s senior management team.

Accountabilities:

• Relationships with PMK and relevant GoI counterparts at national and subnational level

• Relationships with DFAT and DFAT partners;

• Progress towards strategic direction, including timeliness and quality of deliverables;

• Effective staff performance;

• Effective and relevant knowledge management;

• Value-for-money (measures of economy, efficiency, effectiveness, and equity);

• Quality and ongoing relevance of the program;

• Timeliness and quality of reporting to PMK and DFAT;

• Management of risk;

• Management of workloads and career aspirations of Peduli staff;

• Effective internal and external communications; and

• Collaborations and coordination with other DFAT programs.

RELATIONSHIPS

The Team Leader will have regular contact with:

INTERNAL:

• Regular contact with all PEDULI team members

• Management of a large team in the Foundation’s Jakarta office

• Regular contact with other senior management in the Foundation’s Jakarta Office

• Contact with other program and theme staff in the Foundation’s offices in the US and Asia.

EXTERNAL:

• Current and prospective grantees

• Indonesian government agencies and legislatures at national, provincial and district level

• Policymakers in government and parliament at national, provincial and district level

• Donor and media

JOB FUNCTIONS

• Implement the Peduli program in accordance with the direction set by the Steering Committee and relevant policies and guidelines of the GoI, DFAT, and TAF, including (but not limited to):

o Leading the development and successful implementation of the annual work plan, ensuring the program meets its agreed outcomes and impacts;

o Overseeing the efficient use of resources; and

o Overseeing reporting to GoI and DFAT, in accordance with agreements;

• Lead ongoing strategic review processes, including (but not limited to):

o Conducting regular Peduli team meetings to discuss and reflect on the implementation of the strategic direction, adjusting interventions where required; and

o Advising the Steering Committee on relevant and appropriate strategic matters, including making necessary adjustments to the program where the situation and context changes;

• Ensure effective mechanisms are in place across the program to reduce the likelihood of risk, and monitor and address any breaches in a timely and appropriate manner;

• Build and maintain effective and consistent relationships with PMK, Bappenas, relevant line ministries, DFAT, and relevant national institutions, including:

o Undertaking direct engagement with senior personnel from these institutions and organizations;

o Negotiating and periodically reviewing relevant working protocols with each of these institutions and organizations to clarify expectations as to which Peduli staff will interface with them, how, and for what purposes; and

o Overseeing and monitoring such relationships.

• Build and maintain effective working relationships with other DFAT programs, ensuring effective collaboration and coordination with relevant programs;

• Build and maintain effective knowledge management processes in relation to Peduli and social inclusion;

• Manage, supervise, and support staff, ensuring effective levels of performance are achieved;

• Establish and oversee effective communications ensuring the appropriate sharing of information within, between, and across key program partners and program stakeholders.

• Oversee the technical quality of the program, including the strategic integration of all aspects of the program and alignment of work plans with the strategic direction; and

• Ensure the capacity of partners is strengthened in areas relevant to the program and its strategic direction.

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible project management experience, including program management in Indonesia

• Prior experience working for international organizations or donor agencies (DFAT-funded projects) preferred

• Advanced degree in political science, anthropology or development studies.

• Written and verbal fluency in English and Bahasa Indonesia

• Solid understanding and extensive experience with the civil society movement working on issues related to social inclusion of excluded minorities

• Experience working with government counterparts, including Kemenko PMK and

Bappenas as well as other related line ministries

• Strong inter-personal and communication skills including public speaking and presentation abilities

• Knowledge and experience working with women issues and people with disabilities issues

• Team-building and networking skills.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send your application letter and CV to The Asia Foundation by e-mail to hrd@tafindo.org by March 3, 2017. Please write “Peduli Team Leader” on the Subject of the e-mail. The Asia Foundation is an equal opportunity employer.

PROGRAM BACKGROUND

Peduli is a Government of Indonesia (GoI) initiative to promote social inclusion as a pathway out of poverty. The Coordination Ministry for Human Development and Culture (Kemenko PMK, also known as PMK) created Peduli in 2010. The program is funded by the Australian Government through its Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT).
The first phase of the program was managed by the World Bank from 2011 to 2014. The Asia Foundation (TAF) was awarded a grant in 2014 to manage the second phase of Peduli. Based on strong performance, DFAT has extended the grant for a further two years. TAF will continue to manage Peduli until the end of 2018.

SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES The Deputy Team Leader has an overall responsibility to ensure quality of service delivery in accordance with the objectives and principles of the Program and needs of program stakeholders and partners. S/he leads the technical aspect across the program, leadership and management. This role is focusing on short-range in nature, concerned with ensuring that (a) the work within the pillars is supported with adequate technical and financial resources, and is achieving the agreed outputs and outcomes; and (b) implementation issues are addressed appropriately and in a timely manner. The function is primarily concerned with effectiveness of the work undertaken within the pillars.

Accountabilities: • Technical quality of program
• Progress against pillar-related outputs and outcomes;
• Mainstreaming of cross-cutting issues;
• Effective staff performance;
• Management of risk;
• Cohesiveness of program and grants management;
• Sustainability of coalitions for inclusion across pillars; • Coordination and communications between technical program staff and all other Peduli staff; • Effective monitoring and evaluation of the technical program aspects of Peduli; and
• Quality, effectiveness, and efficiency of outsourced functions.

RELATIONSHIPS

The Deputy Team Leader will have regular contact with:

INTERNAL:

• Regular contact with all PEDULI team member
• Management of a large team in the Foundation’s Jakarta office
• Regular contact with other senior management in the Foundation’s Jakarta Office
• Contact with other program and theme staff in the Foundation’s offices in the US and Asia.

EXTERNAL:

• Current and prospective grantees
• Indonesian government agencies and legislatures at national, provincial and district level
• Policymakers in government and parliament at national, provincial and district level
• Donor and media

JOB FUNCTIONS

• Manage staff responsible for technical program aspects of Peduli, including approving, monitoring, and overseeing annual work plans of staff within the unit;
• Establish and manage technical quality assurance processes that align with the framework set by the Team Leader and ensure these are implemented effectively across the program;
• Ensure effective mechanisms are in place within the work unit and with partners to reduce the likelihood of risk, and monitor and address any breaches in a timely and appropriate manner; • Implement, monitor, and report on an integrated pillar approach to the Peduli strategic direction, including the mainstreaming of cross-cutting issues;
• Integrate monitoring, evaluation and learning into work undertaken within and between the pillars;
• Coordinate working relationships between SPOs, POs, and grant management staff to ensure an integrated approach;
• Facilitate the brokering of integrated partnerships (coalitions for inclusion) across pillars;
• Facilitate a collaborative problem-solving approach amongst all Peduli staff to implementation issues that arise within the pillars;
• Determine (with the Team Leader) which technical program management functions will be outsourced, and manage and monitor these;
• Facilitate professional development opportunities for program technical staff, and ensuring such opportunities align with individual professional development plans and career aspirations; and
• Deputize for the Team Leader, as required.

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible project management experience, including program management in Indonesia
• Prior experience working for international organizations or donor agencies (DFAT-funded projects) preferred • Advanced degree in political science, anthropology or development studies.
• Written and verbal fluency in English and Bahasa Indonesia
• Solid understanding and extensive experience with the civil society movement working on issues related to social inclusion of excluded minorities • Experience working with government counterparts, including Kemenko PMK and Bappenas as well as other related line ministries • Strong inter-personal and communication skills including public speaking and presentation abilities
• Team-building and networking skills.

HOW TO APPLY Please send your application letter and CV to The Asia Foundation by e-mail to hrd@tafindo.org by March 3, 2017. Please write “Peduli Deputy Team Leader” on the Subject of the e-mail. The Asia Foundation is an equal opportunity employer.

The Asia Foundation, a non-profit international development organization committed to improving lives across a dynamic and developing Asia, seeks an experienced Deputy Chief of Party for a proposed USAID-funded five-year Combating Trafficking in Persons (CTIP) Program in Nepal called Hamro Samman. Qualified Nepali nationals, and other nationalities, especially those residing in South Asia, are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Deputy Chief of Party supports the Chief of Party and serves as the next point of contact with USAID in absence of the Chief of Party. The Deputy Chief of Party will support the Chief of Party in providing overall vision, leadership, and guidance for the program. The Deputy Chief of Party will be considered Key Personnel for Hamro Samman. The position will be full time and based in Kathmandu, Nepal, contingent upon award and approval by USAID. The Deputy Chief of Party will be responsible for the following essential duties:

SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES • Provide technical leadership for all activities under the project, including conceptualizing, designing, implementing and monitoring innovative, cutting-edge programming and technical leadership activities that cover “the four Ps” of CTIP: prevention, protection, prosecution, and policy/partnerships; • Ensure both internal management and external coordination for successful project outcomes; • Serve as the Chief of Party during COP absence; • Supervise a team of professionals and experts in gender, monitoring and evaluation, and private sector partnerships. • Support transfer of skills and knowledge to local staff and local organizations.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS • Relevant advanced degree in management, international development, social science, law enforcement, law, public policy, or a related field of study; • Minimum of seven years’ progressively responsible experience managing and implementing human rights and similar or related development projects; • Demonstrated success in designing, managing, and implementing USAID technical assistance projects; • Expert knowledge and understanding of issues related to human trafficking in Nepal and the technical aspects of counter-trafficking project design and implementation; • Demonstrated knowledge in gender and social inclusion, and demonstrated experience and proficiency in managing programs that mainstream gender; • Excellent oral and written communication skills in English. • Past experience working in Nepal, and working knowledge of Nepali language highly preferred.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and CV by March 3, 2017 to psds.consultants@asiafoundation.org with the position listed in the subject line. The Asia Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. No phone calls, please.

The Asia Foundation, a non-profit international development organization committed to improving lives across a dynamic and developing Asia, seeks an experienced Gender and Social Inclusion Specialist for a proposed USAID-funded five-year Combating Trafficking in Persons (CTIP) Program in Nepal called Hamro Samman. Qualified Nepali nationals, and other nationalities, especially those residing in South Asia, are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Gender and Social Inclusion Specialist provides technical leadership in ensuring that gender equality and social inclusion (GESI) is clearly integrated into all aspects of the program. The Gender and Social Inclusion Specialist will develop and monitor cross-cutting approaches to maintain GESI integration across program components. The position will be full time and based in Kathmandu, Nepal, contingent upon award and approval by USAID. The Gender and Social Inclusion Specialist will be responsible for the following essential duties:

SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES • Provide technical leadership for GESI integration under the project, including cutting-edge programming for GESI that cover “the four Ps” of CTIP: prevention, protection, prosecution, and policy/partnerships; • Develop and implement GESI strategy for program components. • Support Government of Nepal stakeholders to ensure GESI friendly policies and action plans; • Provide staff and partner organizations with capacity building in GESI integration and gender-responsive programming; • Support transfer of skills and knowledge to local staff and local organizations.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS • Relevant advanced degree in management, international development, social science, law enforcement, law, public policy, or a related field of study; • Minimum of seven years’ experience in the GESI field in Nepal, such as developing strategies and plans and plan implementation, conducting training, monitoring and evaluation; • Demonstrated success in designing, managing, and implementing USAID technical assistance projects; • In-depth knowledge in gender and social inclusion, and demonstrated experience and proficiency in managing programs that mainstream gender; • Demonstrated skills in training management and experience in capacity building relating to Gender Equality and Social Inclusion • Excellent oral and written communication skills in English. • Working knowledge of Nepali language highly preferred.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and CV by March 3, 2017 to psds.consultants@asiafoundation.org with the position listed in the subject line. The Asia Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. No phone calls, please.

This position is contingent on funding from USAID

• Chief of Party candidates must have an advanced degree in international development, social science, public policy, business, or another relevant field of study.

• A minimum of five years of experience as a Chief of Party or Project Director on a tourism development, institutional strengthening, economic reform, or private sector development project.

• Minimum of ten years of experience managing large, complex donor-funded projects; USG or especially USAID experience preferred.

• Demonstrated capabilities in high-level strategic visioning and leadership, and experience in working effectively with senior government officials/agencies, civil society, USAID, local and national government authorities, the private sector, or other development partners and donors.

• Demonstrated experience in managing research initiatives and drawing on research to facilitate the development and implementation of evidence-based policies.

• Proven technical and managerial experience and skills, preferably in Timor-Leste and/or Southeast Asia/the Pacific.

• Demonstrated leadership and administrative skills in program management, including managing budgets and personnel, motivating and supervising team efforts, and leading and supervising multi- cultural and multi-disciplinary teams.

• Proven effectiveness in relationships with counterparts, partners, and clients is required. • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

• Strong preference to candidates with specific experience and expertise in the tourism sector including but not limited to:

o the development and management of sustainable tourism and tourism investment; o working with counterparts within government tourism ministries on strengthening of institutional capacity and developing polices; and o engaging with communities on both eco- and community-based tourism initiatives.

• Knowledge or experience of the tourism sector in Timor-Leste is strongly preferred. • Strong oral and written communication skills in English required.

• Tetum, Portuguese, or Bahasa Indonesia language capacity preferred.

Essential Skills All candidates must be able to demonstrate an understanding of value systems, traditions, social norms, and practices of different cultures and religions. Excellent consulting skills will be required including: communication, both oral and written, consensus building, and team facilitation, all with an emphasis on results and cultural sensitivity.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and CV by July 10, 2017 to psds.consultants@asiafoundation.org with the position listed in the subject line. The Asia Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. No phone calls, please.

This position is contingent on funding from USAID

• Experience working with government institutions in producing policies, supporting legislation, providing guidance, and addressing policy reforms in the tourism sector and experience in the areas of tourism investment and finance. Advisor will need in-depth experience related to the policy and governance frameworks needed for success. • Knowledge and experience of the political, social, and environmental issues related to tourism development, particularly in Timor-Leste and/or Southeast Asia. • Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study. • A minimum of five years of demonstrated experience working with government, civil society, and the private sector, preferably in Timor-Leste. • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills required. • Experience working in Timor-Leste and/or Southeast Asia preferred. • Knowledge or experience in tourism sector in Timor-Leste preferred. • Strong oral and written communication skills in English; proficiency in Tetum or Portuguese.

Essential Skills

Candidates must be able to demonstrate an understanding of value systems, traditions, social norms, and practices of different cultures and religions. Excellent consulting skills will be required including: communication, both oral and written, consensus building, and team facilitation, all with an emphasis on results and cultural sensitivity.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and CV by July 10, 2017 to psds.consultants@asiafoundation.org with the position listed in the subject line. The Asia Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. No phone calls, please.

This position is contingent on funding from USAID

• Proven experience and track record in identifying, developing, and sustaining potential private sector investment in the tourism sector; and strong ability to collaborate effectively with private sector, government entities, international donors, and other US government partners. • Experience in developing tourism products in nascent tourism markets in the developing world; • Organizations will have candidates with relevant experience and qualifications in tourism, sustainability, environmental protection fields; • Minimum of five years of demonstrated experience on tourism initiatives, preferably in Timor-Leste and/or Southeast Asia. • A minimum of five years of demonstrated experience working with government, civil society, and the private sector, preferably in Timor-Leste. • Strong emphasis on communications strategies, including marketing and branding required. • Experience working in Timor-Leste and/or Southeast Asia preferred. • Knowledge or experience in tourism sector in Timor-Leste preferred. • Strong oral and written communication skills in English; proficiency in Tetum or Portuguese.

Essential Skills Candidates must be able to demonstrate an understanding of value systems, traditions, social norms, and practices of different cultures and religions. Excellent consulting skills will be required including: communication, both oral and written, consensus building, and team facilitation, all with an emphasis on results and cultural sensitivity.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and CV by July 10, 2017 to psds.consultants@asiafoundation.org with the position listed in the subject line. The Asia Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. No phone calls, please.

These positions are contingent on funding from USAID

The Asia Foundation is looking for short-term advisors with expertise in the following areas: tourism promotion; hospitality/tourism workforce development; transportation; eco-tourism; agri-tourism; historical tourism; cultural and community-based tourism; adventure tourism; and tourism financing and investment.

Essential Skills Candidates must be able to demonstrate an understanding of value systems, traditions, social norms, and practices of different cultures and religions. Excellent consulting skills will be required including: communication, both oral and written, consensus building, and team facilitation, all with an emphasis on results and cultural sensitivity.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and CV by July 10, 2017 to psds.consultants@asiafoundation.org with the position listed in the subject line. The Asia Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. No phone calls, please.

USAID SRI LANKA SOCIAL COHESION AND RECONCILIATION RFA

The Asia Foundation (the Foundation) is a non-profit international development organization committed to improving lives across a dynamic and developing Asia. The Foundation seeks an experienced Deputy Chief of Party (CCOP) for an anticipated four-year, multi-million dollar Social Cohesion and Reconciliation Program funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). The program will positively transform relationships across traditional lines of division and foster the development of a common national identify among all Sri Lankans by supporting institutions, processes and stakeholders at the national, subnational and community levels.

The DCOP will support the Chief of Party (COP) in providing overall vision, leadership, and guidance for the program, including serving as Acting COP during the COP’s absence. Candidates should be seasoned development professionals who possess the qualifications below:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Relevant advanced degree in international development, social science, conflict management (including post-conflict reconciliation and social cohesion), public policy, or a related field of study;
• Minimum seven (7) years of relevant professional experience managing and implementing conflict management programs (including in post-conflict settings) or similar/related international development projects; • Demonstrated leadership/managerial, technical, and administrative skills in program management, including managing budgets and personnel, motivating and supervising team efforts, and achieving success in complex activities, preferably in Sri Lanka or South Asia; • Demonstrated experience working across ethnic, religious, and language identify groups, as well as marginalized groups such as women, youth, and persons with disability; • Proven effectiveness in relationships with counterparts, partners, and clients, and strong interpersonal and organizational skills; • Demonstrated drafting and report writing skills; • Previous experience managing USG-funded programs of similar scale and scope highly preferred; and • Excellent oral and written communication skills in English. Proficiency in Sinhala and/or Tamil preferred

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and CV by August 11, 2017 to psds.consultants@asiafoundation.org with the position listed in the subject line. The Asia Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. No phone calls, please.

USAID SRI LANKA SOCIAL COHESION AND RECONCILIATION RFA

The Asia Foundation (the Foundation) is a non-profit international development organization committed to improving lives across a dynamic and developing Asia. The Foundation seeks an experienced Chief of Party (COP) for an anticipated four-year, multi-million dollar Social Cohesion and Reconciliation Program funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). The program will positively transform relationships across traditional lines of division and foster the development of a common national identify among all Sri Lankans by supporting institutions, processes and stakeholders at the national, subnational and community levels.

The COP will be responsible for providing overall vision, leadership, and guidance for the program. Candidates should be seasoned development professionals who will be responsible for the essential duties and who possess the qualifications below:

SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES • Serve as the primary point of contact with USAID for procedural and substantive matters, and be responsible for quality control of the technical aspects of performance, procurement, personnel, reporting, and other management-related requirements of the cooperative agreement; • Provide technical leadership for program activities including conceptualizing, designing, implementing and monitoring innovative, cutting-edge programming activities; • Build and manage relationships with partners and USAID counterparts in Colombo, including meeting and consulting regularly with USAID regarding the program’s performance and direction; • Supervise a multi-cultural team of professionals and experts across various technical and functional areas (e.g. social cohesion and reconciliation, research, monitoring and evaluation, etc.)

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS • Relevant advanced degree in international development, social science, conflict management (including post-conflict reconciliation and social cohesion), public policy, or a related field of study; • Minimum of ten (10) years’ progressively responsible experience in international development, with at least five (5) years of senior managerial-level experience in a developing country, preferably in Sri Lanka or South Asia; • Demonstrated capabilities in high-level strategic visioning and leadership, and experience working effectively with senior government officials/agencies, civil society, local, and national government authorities and with USAID and/or other development partners and donors; • Demonstrated leadership/managerial, technical, and administrative skills in program management, including managing budgets and personnel, motivating and supervising team efforts, and achieving success in complex activities, preferably in Sri Lanka or South Asia; • Demonstrated experience working across ethnic, religious, and language identify groups, as well as marginalized groups such as women, youth, and persons with disability; • Proven effectiveness in relationships with counterparts, partners, and clients, and strong interpersonal and organizational skills; • Previous experience managing USG-funded programs of similar scale and scope highly preferred; and • Excellent oral and written communication skills in English. Proficiency in Sinhala and/or Tamil preferred.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and CV by August 11, 2017 to psds.consultants@asiafoundation.org with the position listed in the subject line. The Asia Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. No phone calls, please.

The Asia Foundation's Conflict Management Project is currently looking for 2 Assistant Program Officers (APO) for its Cotabato and Zamboanga offices.

The successful recruit for Cotabato City Office will support the “Restoring Mutual Trust in Mindanao through People to People Engagement” on project activity implementation and monitoring. S/he will work with the Program Manager to deliver the project’s target results.

The successful recruit for Zamboanga City Office will support the projects “Restoring Mutual Trust in Mindanao through People to People Engagement” and “Cohesion, Advocacy, Resilience, and Expansive Engagement (CARE) for Peace” on projects activity implementation and monitoring. S/he will work with the Program Manager and Senior Program Officer to deliver the projects’ target results.

Both recruits will consult with Finance and Administration staff on all logistical, administrative and financial aspects of the projects. They will closely coordinate and liaise with Consultants, stakeholders and partners to ensure their support on relevant project activities and reporting requirements. Successful recruits will prepare letter of grants to partners and letter of contracts to Consultants and monitor deliverable and financial requirements. They will provide administrative and logistical assistance to the program team on travel arrangements, events/training/workshop organizing and management.

Qualifications:

• Must have completed a Bachelor’s degree. Master’s degree is a plus.
• Minimum of two (2) years professional experience, preferably with development organizations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Tagalog. Able to speak the local language - Tausug or Chavacano for Zamboanga and Maguindanaon, Iranun or Maranao for Cotabato.
• Must have strong time management skills and attention to details.
• Computer proficient in word processing, spreadsheets and database management.
• Knowledge of the Philippine NGO community and government agencies particularly those working on governance and/or conflict management issues.
• Knowledge of USAID, DFAT or other international donor agency requirements and regulations is an advantage.
• Residing or willing to relocate in Cotabato City and/or Zamboanga City

For more details about the position, please check the following:

a. APO for Cotabato City - http://bit.ly/JD_APO_Conflict_P2P

b) APO for Zamboanga City - http://bit.ly/JD_APO_Conflict_P2PandCARE

Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to send CV and application letter (specify the preferred area of assignment) toefren.tadeo@asiafoundation.orgon or before July 5, 2017.

The Asia Foundation (the Foundation) is a non-profit, non-governmental organization committed to the development of a peaceful, prosperous, just, and open Asia-Pacific region. Drawing on 60 years of experience, the Foundation supports initiatives to improve governance, law and civil society; women's empowerment; economic reform and development; sustainable development and the environment; and international relations. The Asia Foundation has offices in 18 countries throughout Asia and is headquartered in San Francisco. In Afghanistan, the Foundation supports five primary themes: Governance and Law, Women’s Empowerment, Education, Survey/Research and Knowledge Development, and Regional Cooperation.

The Foundation with the support of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), is implementing an 18 month project to support capacity building of an International University based in Kabul.

TAF is seeking for a Financial Management Support Consultant to provide technical support in implementing day to day activities to the University staff.

Note: This position can be filled by an individual consultant that can deliver all the items listed in the “Key Duties and Responsibilities and Deliverables” section.

Key Duties/Responsibilities and Deliverables The scope of work may change required may vary based on needs of the project and below only gives outline of expected requirements. The consultant will, from time to time, be required to undertake other duties of a similar nature as may reasonably be required by his/her line manager.

The consultant shall be responsible for shadow management of the operational financial administration of the University and ensuring that all University financial controls are followed throughout. He/She shall work very closely with University to ensure that day to day activities by finance function of University staff are implemented in accordance with best practices. Some of the key requirements for this position are as follows:

a) Be the main source of advice within the University concerning the University’s financial regulations and procedures and ensure that all financial transactions are in line with these regulations and procedures. Influence the senior staff within the University to apply good financial practice and planning b) Act as the principal source of advice to the Project Manager and other senior University staff with budgetary responsibility on ongoing financial matters, including the budget management, transaction monitoring, accounting and taxation. c) Foster and maintain a regular working relationship with the University’s finance department and other departments. d) Be proactive and collaborative in supporting the development of improved systems and processes in collaboration with the University finance department and TAF team as appropriate.
e) Advice and work closely with budget-holders within the University to make sure that University controls, processes and best practice are followed. f) Provide professional leadership and operational management to the finance team, ensuring that services provided by the team are efficient, effective and adapt to changing circumstances. g) Provide mentoring to University finance staff and help them implement service standards and developing common systems and processes based on best practices and donor requirements. h) Oversee the processing of transaction including purchase orders, invoices, expense claims, petty cash, bank payments, taxation etc. Ensure donor and Government compliance requirements are met. i) Assist in providing financial data for the annual planning process, including tuition fees, scholarships, overheads, pay budgets and forecasts etc. j) Be responsible for the integrity of data, ensuring that financial records are both accurate and retained according to University and Donor guidelines

Thus, the consultant’s main sphere of operations will concern leadership and management of the Faculty’s finance operations, initiating development and managing change as appropriate.

Qualifications

• An advanced degree (Master’s level and above) in financial management or a related field; • Minimum of 5 years of experience in acting in senior finance positions (preferably in a University setting); • Experience in Afghanistan and/or similar context is required; • Excellent analytical reporting and professional English communication skills; • Facilitation, presentation and mentoring skills; and • Excellent facilitation skills with demonstrated ability in working with people from diverse backgrounds.

How to Apply

Qualified applicants are encouraged to submit their resumes with a detailed application letter and contact details, no later than July 20, 2017 to afghanistan.jobs@asiafoundation.org. Please clearly indicate “Financial Management Support Consultant” in the subject line. Only short listed candidates will be informed.

The Asia Foundation is a nonprofit international development organization committed to improving lives across a dynamic and developing Asia. Informed by six decades of experience and deep local expertise, our work across the region addresses five overarching goals—strengthen governance, empower women, expand economic opportunity, increase environmental resilience, and promote regional cooperation.

Headquartered in San Francisco, The Asia Foundation works through a network of offices in 18 Asian countries and in Washington, DC. Working with public and private partners, the Foundation receives funding from a diverse group of bilateral and multilateral development agencies, foundations, corporations, and individuals. In 2016, we provided $87.8 million in direct program support and distributed textbooks and other educational materials valued at $9.5 million.

The Foundation with the support of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), is implementing an 18 month project to support capacity building of an International University based in Kabul.

TAF is seeking for a Finance System Development Consultant to provide technical support in developing the current level of organizational and staff capacity among the targeted organization in the area of financial management by developing respective manuals and providing trainings to the staff therein.

Note: This position can be filled by an individual consultant that can deliver all the items listed in the

“Key Duties and Responsibilities and Deliverables” section.

Key Duties/Responsibilities and Deliverables

General

The scope of work may change required may vary based on needs of the project and below only gives outline of expected requirements.

The consultant shall work very closely with University during all stages of the project. Emphasis of overall methodology should be on actively engaging University staff and leadership during each stage so that they take ownership of the interventions and feel motivated to implement the suggested changes and ensuring sustainability of interventions going forward.

Capacity Building Planning

The consultant shall be required to identify process universe for financial management functional area at University, obtain understanding of current processes and confirming the staff training needs. Further a baseline study needs to be carried out against select KPIs based on which performance of University can be monitored going forward.

Deliverables

The key deliverables for this area shall be Capacity Building Plan for each IP outlining:

• Methodology for executing capacity building plan

• Timelines for proposed interventions

• Process universe for finance functions

• Table of contents for finance manual

• Training needs assessment including list of trainings required and course outline

• Baseline study report outlining the current status of agreed indicators

Capacity Building Interventions

The consultant shall be required to develop interactive training course material for area of financial management based on training needs assessment. The trainings shall include case studies based on actual scenarios (including standard templates) which will help the University staff to implement the developed policies and procedures. Further, while developing the trainings, specific consideration should be given to responsibilities of all level of staff members in processes i.e. leadership, managers and staff to assist them in fulfilling their roles going forward. Further, mechanism should be developed to assess the effectiveness of the trainings provided e.g. pre-test, post-test, feedback etc.

The consultant shall be also be required to develop finance manual for the University. The processes/ manuals need to evolve as a result of interactions between consultant and IP staff which requires consultant working hands and glove with the University staff.

Deliverables

The key deliverables for this area shall following:

• Training materials on financial management function

• Provision of trainings to University staff

• Finance manual for University

Sustainability

Consultant needs to work closely with University staff to ensure that the skills imparted are retained going forward.

Qualifications

• An advanced degree (Master’s level and above) in organizational development, financial management or a related field;

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in successfully developing capacity in the areas of financial management is required;

• Experience in Afghanistan and/or similar context required;

• Excellent analytical reporting and professional English communication skills;

• Facilitation, presentation and mentoring skills; and

• Excellent facilitation skills with demonstrated ability in working with people from diverse backgrounds.

How to Apply

Qualified applicants are encouraged to submit their resumes with a detailed application letter and contact details, no later than July 20, 2017 to afghanistan.jobs@asiafoundation.org. Please clearly indicate “Finance System Development Consultant” in the subject line. Only short listed candidates will be informed.