Qureos Mentor

Care International in Pakistan

<div><div><div><div><b>Posted date</b></div> <div>27th November, 2025</div> <div><b>Last date to apply</b></div> <div>7th December, 2025</div>
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<div><div><b>Country</b></div> <div>Pakistan</div> <div><b>Locations</b></div> <div>Badin</div>
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<div><div><b>Category</b></div> <div>Development Sector
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<div><div><b>Type</b></div> <div>Contractual</div> <div><b>Position</b></div> <div>1</div></div></div></div><div></div>
<br><p></p><div><p>As a global leader, CARE is shaping the future of the humanitarian and development sector. Each year, we deliver support and services to millions of people in over a hundred countries. We do this by focusing on our mission and living the values that drive our organization. A career at CARE is an opportunity to be part of a movement that brings communities together to solve complex problems and foster lasting change throughout the world. We seek individuals who are passionate about humanitarian and development work, collaborate well with others, embrace learning and innovation, and deliver results.</p>
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Job Summary:</b></p>
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This managerial role demands, strong project management skills, and expertise in resilience approaches, particularly in DRR and climate change adaptation in Sindh context. The Project Manager will support the DTL and Team Lead in managing and overseeing the project, including planning, coordination, monitoring, evaluation, ensuring compliance with donor requirements and alignment with project objectives. It requires field level implementation oversight and team management. S/he will guide the program team to deliver high-quality programming and achieve results. The role involves managing a diverse team, fostering innovation, and addressing resilience and climate challenges effectively. The position also requires providing regular updates, reports, and insights to demonstrate impact and ensure accountability.</p>
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CARE International in Pakistan is recruiting Project Manager for FCDO funded Building Resilience and Addressing Vulnerability to Emergencies (BRAVE) Programme in Pakistan. This is approximately &pound;4 million programme with a duration of 3.5 years. The expected impact of this programme is &ldquo;increased capacity of at risk and climate vulnerable households and communities to anticipate, adapt to, and absorb the impact of shocks and stresses induced by climate change and natural disasters, including measurable changes in roles and social inclusion&rdquo;.</p>
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1- Program Management (40% of the time):</b></p>
<ul><li>Lead the program implementation, ensuring program objectives are met with approcaches and ensure integrated programming with enhanced impact.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Develop and implement a project plan, including procurement, distribution, and spending strategies, coordinating with relevant stakeholders (e.g., CARE&rsquo;s MEAL, Finance, Admin &amp; Logistics departments) to ensure timely and quality delivery of response activities.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Coordinate with logistics teams and Deputy Team Leader to manage supply chain challenges, ensuring the timely delivery of goods and services to affected communities.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Ensure technical guidelines agreed in consortiums' Technical Working Groups (TWG) are adhered to during implementation with support and guidance of Technical Specialists.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Share field level budget with DTL and TL for approval and seek their approvals for all project activities.</li></ul>
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2- Program Quality, Monitoring and Reporting (25% of the time):</b></p>
<ul><li>Ensure the quality of program implementation according to CARE and established international standards.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Carry out field visits and spot checks to ensure adherence to the guidelines, compliance requirements and standards.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Collaborate with the MEAL team to design and implement an M&amp;E plan that tracks progress against key project indicators, ensuring that data collection is accurate and timely.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Regularly analyze data and share findings with stakeholders to inform decision-making and improve program effectiveness.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Prepare and submit comprehensive reports to CARE&rsquo;s senior management, adhering to all reporting requirements and deadlines.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Maintain regular communication with Deputy Team Leader and Team lead and other key stakeholders, providing updates on project progress and any emerging issues.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Ensure that all project-related communications, both internal and external, are clear, accurate, and contribute to the overall transparency and accountability of the program.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Monitor project activities against set objectives and indicators, adjusting strategies as needed to maximize impact and efficiency</li></ul>
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3- Coordination and Liaison: (15 % of the time):</b></p>
<ul><li>Act as CARE&rsquo;s primary representative at district forums related to resilience and climate change, building and maintaining relationships with government bodies, NGOs, and UN agencies operating in the implementation districts</li></ul>
<ul><li>Work closely with local authorities to secure necessary permissions and facilitate smooth project operations in target areas.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Ensure that all coordination at district level with external stakeholders is conducted in line with CARE&rsquo;s protocols and documented appropriately.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Ensure that all staff in the field adhere to CARE&rsquo;s security guidelines and SOPs, conducting regular reviews to address any potential risks.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Work closely with CARE&rsquo;s security team to monitor the security situation in the project areas and make adjustments to project plans as needed.</li></ul>
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4- Team Management (15 % of the time):</b></p>
<ul><li>Supervise field teams, providing guidance on implemntation approaches and as per organizations SOPs.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Provide leadership and support to the field teams, ensuring that all staff are adequately trained and equipped to perform their roles effectively.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Implement CARE&rsquo;s performance management system for direct reports, offering regular feedback and guidance to foster professional development.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Address any performance issues promptly and in accordance with CARE's HR policies.</li></ul>
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5- OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES AS ASSIGNED (5 % of the time):</b></p>
<ul><li>Any other tasks or responsibilities based on organizational and programming needs as assigned by the Line Manager.</li></ul>
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A) </b><b>Qualifications (Know How)</b></p>
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Required:</b></p>
<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in disaster management, environment/Climate Resilience, social sciences, rural development or a related field.</li></ul>
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Desired:</b></p>
<ul><li>Master's degree in disaster management, Climate resilience, social sciences, rural development or a related field is preferred.</li></ul>
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B) </b><b>Experience/ Technical Skills</b></p>
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Required:</b></p>
<ul><li>Minimum of 10 to 12 years of program experience with an INGO or UN agency in managing complex social development projects including at least 5 years of experience with an INGO at Project Manager /Senior Project Manager experience in one of the areas such as; resilience, climate change or humanitarian.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Demonstrated experience of managing large projects with major institutional donors such as FCDO, USAID, DFAT, ECHO or others</li></ul>
<ul><li>Demonstrated experience of successfully managing budgets for a value of at least $ 1 million per annum with large donors such as FCDO, USAID, DFAT, ECHO and others.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Demonstrated experience of managing large teams.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Demonstrated understanding of social inclusion, especially engaging with marginalized groups/ communities as well as related organisations who can contribute to policy and implementation at both the community and decision maker levels.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Excellent communication, negotiation, and networking skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders, including government officials, donors, and community leaders.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Experience of fund raising from large donors</li></ul>
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Desired:</b></p>
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Expertise in technical areas of disaster management and/or climate change programming. Proficiency in regional languages preferred. Experience of managing payment by results grant mechanism is preferred.</p>
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CARE participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we hereby request information from the candidate&rsquo;s previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the candidate left employment. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.</p>
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CARE is an Equal Opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected under applicable law.</p>
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Note:<b> The applications for this position will be reviewed on a rolling basis</b></p></div><p></p>

Project Manager (Rolling Basis)

<div><div><div><div><b>Posted date</b></div> <div>21st November, 2025</div> <div><b>Last date to apply</b></div> <div>30th November, 2025</div>
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<div><div><b>Country</b></div> <div>Pakistan</div> <div><b>Locations</b></div> <div>Islamabad</div>
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<div><div><b>Category</b></div> <div>Development Sector
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<div><div><b>Type</b></div> <div>Contractual</div> <div><b>Position</b></div> <div>1</div></div></div></div><div></div>
<br><p></p><div><p>As a global leader, CARE is shaping the future of the humanitarian and development sector. Each year, we deliver support and services to millions of people in over a hundred countries. We do this by focusing on our mission and living the values that drive our organization. A career at CARE is an opportunity to be part of a movement that brings communities together to solve complex problems and foster lasting change throughout the world. We seek individuals who are passionate about humanitarian and development work, collaborate well with others, embrace learning and innovation, and deliver results.</p>
<p><b>
Job Summary</b></p>
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This position is responsible for Accounts Payable, General Ledger, Cash Management, Accounts Receivables, Vendors taxation, Staff Final Settlement and Banking modules of the People Soft, data entry operations, common cost allocation pools, internal claims and part of treasury functions. The post holder has the main responsibility for vendors&rsquo; payments, bank reconciliation in adherence to the GAAP principles and CIP policies and procedure while ensuring accuracy and completeness of documentation. She is responsible for processing vendors&rsquo; payments, withholding of taxes as per the prevailing tax laws of Government of Pakistan, staff advances, advances&rsquo; liquidation, accruals of expenses in GL module and subsequently reversing of the accruals at the time of payments. This position serves the purpose for the operating activities and accounts services related functions of the financial information system, People Soft. The position holder ensures proper books of accounts for the GL and AP module, Management of the financial information system, produces analysis and reports based on annual close and confirms any non-compliance, error, incorrect codifications etc. for remedial actions or adjustments.</p>
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 A. RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS</b>:</p>
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1: Financial Management (40 % of time)</b></p>
<ul><li>Responsible for financial management of the project, reviewing documents for financial transactions and certification for recording transactions (expenses and payments).</li></ul>
<ul><li>Manage project budgeting and respective forecasting, adaptive planning management for the project and review on periodic basis.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Manage compliance at transactional level, review financial documentation for completeness, accuracy and compliance with GAAP, applicable donor regulations and local applicable laws.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Manage the project fund flow, cash forecasts and fund transfers.</li></ul>
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Cash is managed for all cash-based activities with respect to targeted beneficiaries in a timely manner; ensure that financial documentation for all Cash based activities are properly and completely done, reconciled and reported.</p>
<ul><li>Assure compliance on field office level documentation; plan and coordinate funds flow for field office, resolution and closure of partner&rsquo;s compliance and reporting issues and related documentation.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Coordinate and manage the plan for donor contracts, related to audit preparation.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Provide pro-active diagnosis for potential financial problems/issues including non-compliance issues and raising to appropriate management level for resolution where required.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Ensure that expenses are charged timely and appropriately to the respective Fund Code. Job Responsibility</li></ul>
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2: Management of Grants, Sub Grants and Contracts and ensure compliance</b> <b>(40 % of time)
</b></p><ul><li>Support the program team in preparation of budgets (e.g. project operating budgets, etc.); coordinate and support the CO in creating forecasts and future months&rsquo; budgets.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Produce reports that can support the monitoring of actual expenses against budgets and support the PM in ensuring that expenses are managed properly within the approved budgets.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Ensure that CARE&rsquo;s grants and contracts compliance protocols are consistently satisfied to manage organizational risk.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Ensure accurate and timely monthly (re)forecasting is in place, by running regular reports in FGMS on actuals, monitoring outstanding purchase orders, reviewing commitments, analysing and commenting on reasons for variances to plan and recommending corrective actions.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Review all the financial documents of partners in order to ensure compliance with donor and CIP policies and procedures and applicable laws.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Prepare project financial reports for internal review and donor submission.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Work closely with Team Lead, ACDP and Director PS on monthly BVA and make adjustments as necessary.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Ensure adherence to CARE grant management policy, standards and internal control mechanisms.</li></ul>
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03: Documentation Digitization, archival, retrieval, disposal management</b> <b>(5 % of time)</b></p>
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CIP record keeping as per the policy.</p>
<ul><li>Coordinate with vendors for timely submission of all invoices and collect supporting documents from the program team for further processing.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Hands-on filing and scanning of the documentation.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Coordinate the transfer of records to other locations/departments (including archival facilities).</li></ul>
<ul><li>Create disposition schedule; ensure retrieval of the documents when required. Job Responsibility</li></ul>
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4: Handle PeopleSoft functions (10% of Time)</b></p>
<ul><li>Handle people soft related financial reporting and confirm data integrity and quality of reports.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Manage the PeopleSoft Donor&rsquo;s Accounts Receivable aspect of the financial management. This includes reconciliation of funds from the donor against expenses, cash calls and settlement of receivables against payables.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Any other tasks or responsibilities based on organizational and programming need as assigned by Line Manager.</li></ul>
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5: Handle PeopleSoft functions (5 % of Time)</b></p>
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Any other tasks or responsibilities based on organizational and programming need as assigned by Line Manager</p>
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III. QUALIFICATION:</b></p>
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A) </b><b>Education/Training:
</b></p><p><b>Required</b>:</p>
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 B. Com/ ACCA Finalist/ CA-Inter/ICMA finalist/BBA in related fields (Finance, Accounting, Business)/Equivalent.</p>
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 Desired:
 </b></p><p>CA, ACCA, ICMA, MBA shall be preferred.</p>
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B) </b><b>Experience Required:</b></p>
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 2-5 years of relevant experience. Desired:</p>
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 Experience of working with INGO/s in multiple donor-funded environments.</p>
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 IV. TECHNICAL SKILLS:</b></p>
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Required:</b></p>
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Good communication skills both in Urdu and English.</p>
<ul><li>Firm belief in teamwork, gender equality, participatory approach and sustainable development.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Well organized and ability to act in a professional and ethical manner;</li></ul>
<ul><li>Good skills in computer applications;</li></ul>
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Desired:</b></p>
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 Experience of PeopleSoft and/or other similar financial software.</p>
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 Candidates who can speak other languages shall be preferred.</p>
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 <b>V. COMPETENCIES</b>:</p>
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 Respect, accountability, analytical skill, building commitment, stress tolerance, collaboration, contributing to team success, customer focus and information monitoring.</p>
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 <b>VI. Working Conditions and Level of Travel Required</b></p>
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The position is based in Islamabad with 10% travel to Field Offices/partner organizations, as and when required</p>
<p><b><i>
CARE participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we hereby request information from the candidate&rsquo;s previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the candidate left employment. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks. By applying, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.</i></b></p>
<p><b><i>
CARE is an Equal Opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected under applicable law</i></b>.</p></div><p></p>

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