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Sungi Development Foundation

Job Description Position Title: Program Manager Location: Head Office (ISD) based with frequent travel to project sites (Punjab) Reports to: Head of Programs/Executive Director Benefits: As per staff benefits and Sungi policiesScope and ObjectivesThe Project Manager will lead the planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of the CF WRAP project. The role requires ensuring quality execution of social mobilization activities and technical construction works (recharge wells, rainwater harvesting systems, and observation wells), while engaging with communities, local institutions, and government departments for sustainable impact.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead overall planning, execution, monitoring, and reporting of the CF WRAP project.</li><li>Ensure timely and quality delivery of construction activities (recharge wells, rainwater harvesting systems, and observation wells).</li><li>Coordinate and supervise social mobilization activities (awareness sessions, consultations, and trainings).</li><li>Develop and track detailed work plans, budgets, and procurement schedules.</li><li>Oversee engineering works, ensuring compliance with technical standards and environmental safeguards.</li><li>Ensure quality control and safety protocols during construction.</li><li>Facilitate coordination between field engineers, contractors, and communities.</li><li>Guide social mobilizers to build community ownership and participation in water conservation.</li><li>Engage women, youth, and local leaders in water governance and conservation activities.</li><li>Support formation/strengthening of community water user groups for sustainability.</li><li>Act as focal person for liaison with donors, government, and local stakeholders.</li><li>Ensure linkages with authorities for permissions and sustainability of constructed systems.</li><li>Represent the project in donor reviews, meetings, and external forums.</li><li>Ensure accurate data collection on water recharge, community participation, and indicators.</li><li>Prepare and submit progress reports, variance analyses, and donor documentation.</li><li>Monitor risks/ challenges, and recommend adaptive strategies.</li><li>Supervise and mentor project staff including engineers, social mobilizers, and admin/finance staff.</li><li>Conduct regular staff reviews and ensure capacity building of the project team.</li><li>Foster a safe, inclusive, and collaborative team culture.</li></ul>Qualifications &amp; Experience<ul><li>Master&rsquo;s degree in Project Management, Social Sciences, Civil/Environmental Engineering or related field.</li><li>Minimum 10-12 years of project management experience, preferably in Nature based solutions, water resource management, community mobilization &amp; development, or WASH related projects.</li><li>Experience in community infrastructure development and supervision.</li><li>Strong expertise in community mobilization and engagement with women, youth, and local leadership.</li><li>Experience in preparing and managing budgets, work plans, and donor reporting.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to liaise with government, donors, and multiple stakeholders.</li><li>Strong leadership, communication, and team management skills.</li><li>Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and project management tools.</li><li>Willingness to travel frequently to field sites.</li></ul>How to Apply:Candidates meeting the above job requirements should send their CVS to recruitment@sungi.org by 5th September 2025 .Job Type: Contract Contract length: 7 monthsWork Location: In personApplication Deadline: 07/09/2025

Program Manager

NUTRITION INTERNATIONAL

<div><div><div><div>Posted date</div> <div>22nd August, 2025</div> <div>Last date to apply</div> <div>14th September, 2025</div>
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<div><div>Country</div> <div>Pakistan</div> <div>Locations</div> <div>Islamabad</div>
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<div><div>Category</div> <div>Development Sector
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<div><div>Type</div> <div>Full Time</div> <div>Position</div> <div>1</div>
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<div><div>Experience</div> <div>8 years</div></div></div></div>
 <div>Nutrition International (NI) is a global organization dedicated to delivering proven nutrition interventions to those who need them most. Working in partnership with countries, donors, and implementers, our experts conduct cutting-edge nutrition research, support critical policy formulation, and integrate nutrition into a broader development agenda. For more than 30 years now, we have focused on delivering low-cost, high-impact, nutrition interventions to people in need, driven by our mission to achieve a world where everyone, everywhere, is free from malnutrition and able to reach their full potential. Our work is guided by a dedicated and talented team of experts working globally, regionally and within countries to end malnutrition worldwide.

If you are a motivated and passionate individual who shares our conviction that a better world is possible through improved nutrition, wants to leave the world a little better than they found it, and is looking to be part of a team with a clear vision, we want to hear from you. Please consider applying for the position below. 
About you

You will have a Master&rsquo;s degree in Public Health, Food Sciences, Food Systems, Nutrition, Public Policy, or related disciplines with a minimum of 8 years of progressive professional experience in food fortification, policy advocacy, regulatory affairs, or related fields&mdash;preferably with experience in Pakistan&rsquo;s food systems and public sector structures. You will come with a proven ability to engage and coordinate with government ministries, regulatory bodies, and enforcement agencies on legal frameworks, MOUs, and NOCs related to LSFF implementation&mdash;including in complex geographies such as Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) and Gilgit-Baltistan (GB).

Fluency in English and Urdu is a prerequisite. 


About the role

As part of Nutrition International&rsquo;s (NI) Technical Team and based in the Pakistan Country Office, the National Program Manager &ndash; LSFF Regulations is responsible for leading and supporting legislative and regulatory processes related to food fortification in Pakistan. This includes advancing and approval of the legal framework, rules, regulations, policies, standards for wheat flour, edible oil, and iodized salt under the LSFF portfolio. In this role you will be responsible to:
<ul>
<li>Act as the focal point for all legislative and regulatory initiatives under the LSFF portfolio to support fortification initiatives for all three commodities of wheat flour, edible oil and edible salt iodization.</li>
<li>Coordinate with relevant national and provincial ministries, departments and authorities (e.g., Health, Food, Law, P&amp;D Departments, Assembly Secretariat, Cabinet Division) and serve as a primary liaison to facilitate the advancement and approval of food fortification laws, rules, regulations, standards and related policies.</li>
<li>Translate technical inputs and program evidence into policy advocacy messages and actionable recommendations to strengthen regulatory, policy level frameworks, drawing on guidance from WHO, Codex Alimentarius, and national standards, in collaboration with the Senior LSFF Manager.</li>
<li>Facilitate multi-stakeholder consultations with private sector actors (e.g., salt processors, wheat flour, and edible oil industries), public sector bodies (e.g., Food Departments, Food Authorities, PSQCA, PCSIR), and development partners (e.g. WFP, UNICEF, WHO) to build consensus on LSFF priorities and support finalization and approval of laws, rules and regulations.</li>
<li>Other duties and responsibilities as mentioned in the Job Description.</li></ul> 


For more detailed information about the role,</div>
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 Nutrition International is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free work environment and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.
To apply please visit: https://apply.workable.com/j/58FEF7C8C8
And click on &ldquo;Apply for this Job&rdquo; to submit your application.
Only short-listed candidates will receive an acknowledgment and will be called for personal interactions. The starting salary for this position is PKR 56,19,438/- per annum. We thank you for your interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.</div>

National Program Manager, LSFF Regulations, Pakistan

<div>Employment Type: Project, Full Time
Title: National Program Manager, LSFF Regulations, Pakistan
Location: Islamabad
Deadline for submission: September 14, 2025
About us
Nutrition International (NI) is a global organization dedicated to delivering proven nutrition interventions to those who need them most. Working in partnership with countries, donors, and implementers, our experts conduct cutting-edge nutrition research, support critical policy formulation, and integrate nutrition into a broader development agenda. For more than 30 years now, we have focused on delivering low-cost, high-impact, nutrition interventions to people in need, driven by our mission to achieve a world where everyone, everywhere, is free from malnutrition and able to reach their full potential. Our work is guided by a dedicated and talented team of experts working globally, regionally and within countries to end malnutrition worldwide.
If you are a motivated and passionate individual who shares our conviction that a better world is possible through improved nutrition, wants to leave the world a little better than they found it, and is looking to be part of a team with a clear vision, we want to hear from you. Please consider applying for the position below.
About the role
As part of Nutrition International&rsquo;s (NI) Technical Team and based in the Pakistan Country Office, the National Program Manager &ndash; LSFF Regulations is responsible for leading and supporting legislative and regulatory processes related to food fortification in Pakistan. This includes advancing and approval of the legal framework, rules, regulations, policies, standards for wheat flour, edible oil, and iodized salt under the LSFF portfolio. In this role you will be responsible to:<ul><li>Act as the focal point for all legislative and regulatory initiatives under the LSFF portfolio to support fortification initiatives for all three commodities of wheat flour, edible oil and edible salt iodization.</li><li>Coordinate with relevant national and provincial ministries, departments and authorities (e.g., Health, Food, Law, P&amp;D Departments, Assembly Secretariat, Cabinet Division) and serve as a primary liaison to facilitate the advancement and approval of food fortification laws, rules, regulations, standards and related policies.</li><li>Translate technical inputs and program evidence into policy advocacy messages and actionable recommendations to strengthen regulatory, policy level frameworks, drawing on guidance from WHO, Codex Alimentarius, and national standards, in collaboration with the Senior LSFF Manager.</li><li>Facilitate multi-stakeholder consultations with private sector actors (e.g., salt processors, wheat flour, and edible oil industries), public sector bodies (e.g., Food Departments, Food Authorities, PSQCA, PCSIR), and development partners (e.g. WFP, UNICEF, WHO) to build consensus on LSFF priorities and support finalization and approval of laws, rules and regulations.</li><li>Other duties and responsibilities as mentioned in the Job Description.</li></ul> 
For more detailed information about the role, please click on the attached Job Description
Requirements
About you
You will have a Master&rsquo;s degree in Public Health, Food Sciences, Food Systems, Nutrition, Public Policy, or related disciplines with a minimum of 8 years of progressive professional experience in food fortification, policy advocacy, regulatory affairs, or related fields&mdash;preferably with experience in Pakistan&rsquo;s food systems and public sector structures.
You will come with a proven ability to engage and coordinate with government ministries, regulatory bodies, and enforcement agencies on legal frameworks, MOUs, and NOCs related to LSFF implementation&mdash;including in complex geographies such as Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) and Gilgit-Baltistan (GB).
Fluency in English and Urdu is a prerequisite.
Benefits
What we offer
Nutrition International offers highly competitive market pay, including health and wellness benefits, medical insurance, accidental insurance plan, flexible work hours, four weeks of vacation (plus public holidays), and support for learning and development opportunities. We offer a collaborative and engaging work environment.
Nutrition International is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive, equitable, and accessible work environment. Upon request, accommodation due to a disability are available throughout the selection process.
Please note that all our offers are conditional subject to appropriate screening checks and satisfactory reference checks. 
How to apply?
Nutrition International is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free work environment and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.
To apply please click on &quot;Apply for this job&quot; and submit your application details.
The closing date for receiving applications is September 14, 2025.
Only short-listed candidates will receive an acknowledgment and will be called for personal interactions. The starting salary for this position is PKR 56,19,438/- per annum. We thank you for your interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
NI is a non-smoking work environment.</div>

National Program Manager, Large Scale Food Fortification Regulations, Pakistan

International Rescue Committee

<div>
 The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.
 
 
 IRC has been working in Pakistan for nearly 45 years and manages and delivers large complex programs to meet the needs in health, education, protection, environmental health and livelihoods for displaced, poor and disaster affected communities. IRC works in partnership with local government and non-governmental organizations and currently works in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Baluchistan and Sindh provinces.
 
 
 
 Job Overview/Summary
 
 
 
 The Deputy Director &ndash; Programs (DDP) is a key member of the IRC Pakistan Senior Management Team (SMT) and provides strategic leadership and oversight to all programmatic aspects of the country program. The DDP ensures the design, quality, and implementation of IRC&rsquo;s program portfolio is aligned with organizational priorities, donor requirements, and national development goals. The DDP works closely with technical coordinators, field teams, Grants, and MEAL (Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning) to ensure impact, accountability, and sustainability of IRC&rsquo;s interventions in Pakistan.
 
 
 The Deputy Director Programs provides a leadership, decision-making and coordinating role on programmatic issues, both in the development of quality proposals as well as the effective implementation of IRC&rsquo;s emergency and long-term development projects across Pakistan. With a focus on refugees, internally displaced populations and host communities, and crisis affected communities, IRC is currently implementing programs in Health, Education, Safety, Protection and Economic Wellbeing.
 
 
 
 Major Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 
 Strategic Planning &amp; Implementation
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 Provide leadership and supervisory management to the programs department, as a key member of the SMT, including stewardship of resources, budget management, program delivery and performance management.
 </li>
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 Support the implementation of the IRC Pakistan&rsquo;s long-range organizational goals as laid out in Strategic Action Plan, in line with IRC&rsquo;s Strategy Architecture. In coordination with the CD and other colleagues, annually update country program, and sector strategies while remaining relevant to evolving contexts and operational effectiveness.
 </li>
 <li>
 Lead roll-out of all strategic programming initiatives; including but not limited to IRC&rsquo;s costing &amp; monitoring systems, Research and Development, Emergency Preparedness and Emergency Response.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support the development of donor and program sector strategies, including the integration of cross-cutting functions of gender, monitoring &amp; evaluation, cash programming, partnership, disaster risk reduction and advocacy.
 </li>
 <li>
 Together with other SMT members, ensure IRC Pakistan&rsquo;s Emergency Preparedness Plan (EPP) and of IRC Pakistan&rsquo;s CET&rsquo;s (Country Emergency Team) capacity and readiness to respond within 48 hours of the onset of emergency, as appropriate to regional context, needs and operational capacity.
 </li>
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 Identify new funding opportunities and lead proposal development in collaboration with technical and grants teams.
 </li>
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 Ensure alignment of programming with IRC&rsquo;s global strategy, local context, and community needs.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 
 Program Quality &amp; Development
 
 
 
 
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 Provide overall guidance and leadership in the rollout and use of IRC&rsquo;s Program Framework, Theories of Change and Strategic Action Implementation Plan and Exemplar work plan.
 </li>
 <li>
 In coordination with the Country Director, pro-actively design and implement fundraising strategies, incorporating donor mapping and communication plans, to ensure program sectors are adequately financed.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support the Grants and MEAL Unit to ensure that high quality, evidence and needs-based project proposals are developed, according to the Proposal Flowchart and in compliance with IRC and donor regulations as well as within the parameters of the Country Program Strategic Plan.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Program Implementation
 
 
 
 
 Ensure timely capacity assessments, due diligence processes, and partner support in line with IRC&rsquo;s PEERS framework.
 
 
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 Support the Provincial /Sector Coordinators to ensure that program implementation is managed closely through the development of structured work-plans, and approved monitoring plans based on project proposals and that expenditures are monitored monthly; with well-structured corrective action is initiated and tracked where required.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support program teams and program support teams in achievement of IRC Pakistan&rsquo;s SAP outcome priorities and programmatic commitments.
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide the Country Director with accurate and up to date advice of developments and opportunities in program and project implementation together with any necessary recommendations for action.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support the MEAL Coordinator in developing, rolling out and monitoring the use of a country-wide MEAL strategy and tools for the collection and analysis of program information (qualitative and quantitative) to inform all stages of the project cycle to increased shared learning internally and externally.
 </li>
 <li>
 Work with technical teams, especially Gender and Cash/Livelihood to develop and implement strategies on Narrowing the Gender Gap and Integration of Cash First.
 </li>
 <li>
 Oversee the development of timely and high quality reporting by the grants team and program staff for submission, per IRC and donor guidelines.
 </li>
 <li>
 Coordinate donor visits, and support field staff in preparing and conducting these visits as necessary.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support the Partnership Manager in the development of a Partnership Strategy, development of required strategy implementation tools and identification of potential national civil society organization partners.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Strengthen collaboration and compliance with national partners through structured partnership management systems, joint planning, and adaptive learning mechanisms.
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Ensure the provision of appropriate technical assistance from IRC&rsquo;s Technical Units, external consultants or partner agencies as necessary.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Human Resources and Staff Development
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Provide supportive guidance and supervision to direct reports including sector coordinator and other direct reports. Provide appropriate and timely feedback to staff regarding their performance, including timely implementation of the annual staff performance management system.
 </li>
 <li>
 Create a supervisory environment focused on the achievement of team and individual results that emphasizes the importance of learning, productivity, accountability and openness
 </li>
 <li>
 For sector coordinators, set clear and smart objectives aligned to SAP commitments and clear Exemplar deliverables
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure all relevant existing program and technical staff are knowledgeable on the SAP, Exemplar and associated processes and initiatives including onboarding of new program/technical staff as necessary.
 </li>
 <li>
 Identify and support targeted professional development plans for senior staff.
 </li>
 <li>
 Assist in developing job descriptions and in the recruitment of senior program staff. Ensure that regular and quality staff evaluations are conducted for all staff.
 </li>
 <li>
 Promote an open, diverse and participatory work environment.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure staff is properly oriented to IRC global, regional and Pakistan level prior to commencement of their work.
 </li>
 <li>
 Deliver and execute a plan to hire, train and build capacity of staff to transition role to a national staff by conclusion of assignment.
 </li>
 <li>
 Lead with commitment, integrity and accountability to the &ldquo;IRC Way&rdquo; &ndash; Global Standards for Professional Conduct
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Partnership
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Develop strong partnerships and support IRC&rsquo;s goal to localization and improved program delivery through forging sectoral, strategic and project partnerships.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Others
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Command a sound understanding of IRC&rsquo;s programs. To be able to professionally represent the IRC and the IRC&rsquo;s interests with implementing partners, government, donor s and other stakeholders.
 </li>
 <li>
 Assist the Country Director in establishing, developing and sustaining a strong relationships with donors / Govt counterparts to ensure sustainable programs in the portfolio sectors.
 </li>
 <li>
 Encourage and support improved program cohesion through coordination initiatives and information sharing with and between all key country program staff.
 </li>
 <li>
 Promote the IRC Pakistan vision and mission amongst all staff.
 </li>
 <li>
 Serve as an active member of the country program&rsquo;s Senior Management Team and deputize for the Country Director as necessary.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Key Working Relationships
 
 
 
 
 Position Reports to:
 
 Country Director
 
 
 
 Position directly supervises:
 
 This position will supervise Team leads and Technical Coordinators,
 
 
 
 Education
 
 
 
 
 Job Requirements:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Post-graduate degree in International Development, International Relations, relevant social sciences or equivalent demonstrable experience in relevant fields.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Work Experience
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Excellent professional track record with 8-10 years of experience, preferably in a complex and dynamic humanitarian and development environment.
 </li>
 <li>
 At least 5-6 years of experience at programmatic leadership level.
 </li>
 <li>
 Successful experience working within a complex security environment is preferred.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Demonstrated Skills And Competencies
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Effective communication and presentation skills.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong understanding of donor regulations (e.g., USAID, ECHO, FCDO, UN).
 </li>
 <li>
 Demonstrated ability to think strategically, prioritize and meet deadlines in a complex and challenging environment; must be culturally sensitive
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent leadership, people management, interpersonal and negotiation skills and a demonstrated ability to develop harmonious and high-performing teams in a multi-ethnic context.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong diplomacy skills; ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with partners, donors and other stakeholders in a sensitive environment.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Others
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Strong computer skills: must be competent in the use of Windows, MS office programs, email programs, etc.
 </li>
 <li>
 Willingness to travel outside Islamabad to field sites under demanding conditions.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Gender Equality
 
 
 
 IRC recognizes that gender equality is fundamental to the achievement of our organizational mission. As such, IRC is committed to the promotion of gender equality in all aspects of our operations and programs. Our organizational policies, procedures and actions demonstrate this commitment. Women candidates are highly encouraged to apply.
 
 
 Standard of Professional Conduct:The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way &ndash; our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.
</div>

Deputy Director Program

Acumen

<div>
 
 Acumen Pakistan is looking for an exceptional individual to manage the launch, delivery, and growth of our Acumen Academy Program in Pakistan. The ideal candidate must have atleast 10 years of experience preferably in education, training, fellowships and/or leadership development, entrepreneurship
 
 
 The role will report to the Country Director.
 
 
 
 
 Acumen
 
 
 
 Acumen is a global force of entrepreneurs, investors, philanthropists, and social innovators working together to build a world based on dignity. We were founded by Jacqueline Novogratz on the radical idea that business, when cultivated with moral imagination, can break the cycle of poverty. We invest in transformational companies, build sustainable markets, and prepare leaders with the tools they need to create a more just and inclusive future. Since 2001, we have scaled companies and shaped markets in some of the hardest-to-reach communities on the planet, impacting over half-a-billion lives.
 
 
 Acumen Pakistan (formerly Acumen Fund Pakistan) was set up in 2006, as a local non-profit entity. We currently have $16 million in committed investments in Pakistan, a strong Advisory Board, a network of Acumen Pakistan Fellows and a highly engaged partner community.
 
 
 
 About Academy
 
 
 
 Acumen invests in social entrepreneurs across the capital continuum and accompanies them on the journey to create transformational change. At Acumen Academy, we identify and prepare these leaders with the hard skills required to build scalable solutions to poverty and the harder skills of moral leadership to re-imagine and build a better world.
 
 
 
 About The Foundry
 
 
 
 In the Foundry, we accompany our alumni (1800+ across 70 countries) with the tools, community, and capital required to scale their impact. These extraordinary leaders are deeply rooted in their local context and in the global community. Today, the Foundry is collectively reaching more than 50 million lives through innovations in agriculture, education, workforce development, and healthcare and creating the next generation of role models and business models that are changing the world.
 
 
 In the context of Pakistan, this means, continuing to strengthen and grow our flagship program, and accompanying our ~200 alumni on their path towards solving problems of poverty.
 
 
 
 About The Role
 
 
 
 We&rsquo;re looking for an exceptional person to build Acumen Academy in Pakistan. This role includes working directly with our Fellows, our global team, and external partners. You will lead a team and report directly to the Pakistan Regional Director.
 
 
 
 Specific Accountabilities Will Include
 
 
 
 
 Manage the Fellowship Outreach, Selection, and Delivery
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Lead the design and execution of Fellows' outreach and recruitment strategy
 </li>
 <li>
 Oversee recruitment and selection for the Pakistan Fellowship, and make data-driven decisions to improve the selection process
 </li>
 <li>
 Facilitate seminars that create and hold space for reflection and absorption of the content
 </li>
 <li>
 Oversee the program operations including budgeting, logistics, and coordination and cultivation of a strong facilitator bench.
 </li>
 <li>
 Establish oneself as a point of contact for Fellows all through the program. Support Fellows by connecting them with internal resources and conducting 1:1 with participants and facilitators.
 </li>
 <li>
 Coach Fellows: provide feedback when sought; periodically conduct 1-on-1s with Fellows as required; and provide written evaluations over the course of the year.
 </li>
 <li>
 Build an ecosystem of funders, supporters, and advisors to contribute to the success and sustainability of the program
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Accompany The Pakistan Foundry
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 In partnership with the Foundry Lead and the Global team, define the PK Foundry strategy and oversee its execution
 </li>
 <li>
 Oversee development and rollout of programs and initiatives that will connect and support the Foundry &ndash; e.g. coaching/mentoring; community gatherings; local and global exposure; accessing capital and sharing best practices
 </li>
 <li>
 Support the global team in identifying and accompanying the Foundry members for various internal and external opportunities
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborate with the global team to measure the impact of Foundry in Pakistan and ensure that the data is collected and reported
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Build Pakistan Acumen Academy
 
 
 
 In collaboration with, and with guidance from the Pakistan Regional Director and the Global Acumen team:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Build partnerships and funding support for the Pakistan Acumen Academy
 </li>
 <li>
 Support engagement of partners/prospects locally by managing grant reporting calendar; drafting reports for funders; writing quarterly partner updates; creating presentations for pitches to prospective funders
 </li>
 <li>
 Own and manage relationships with key program partners
 </li>
 <li>
 Champion and reinforce the Acumen Academy brand in Pakistan in collaboration with global communications team
 </li>
 <li>
 Establish new funding relationships for flagship programs as well as any new initiatives
 </li>
 <li>
 Establish a strong community of supporters and Advisors who can provide you &ndash; and the Foundry &ndash; with ongoing support for the Leadership work in Pakistan
 </li>
 <li>
 Lead and manage 2-4 team members.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Qualifications And Skills
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Minimum 10 years of work experience in a related field, preferably in education, training, fellowships and/or leadership development, entrepreneurship
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience in group facilitation and adult learning. Coaching skills, including the ability to give constructive feedback effectively, and willingness to have difficult, courageous conversations in service of helping others grow.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience in fundraising for new ventures
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience setting up new ventures/programs in new markets is preferred but not required
 </li>
 <li>
 A strong track record of managing stakeholders, and building relationships with teams and partners.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience managing a team (structuring the work, prioritizing, assigning, delegating, tracking results and team morale, and executing yourself when required) and managing stakeholders in a collaborative fashion
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong operations track record and ability to achieve targets independently.
 </li>
 <li>
 Can prioritize effectively and is detail-oriented.
 </li>
 <li>
 Prior work experience in a fast-paced environment, ability to work efficiently against tight deadlines
 </li>
 <li>
 Familiarity and exposure to the field of social enterprise and poverty alleviation preferred
 </li>
 <li>
 A graduate/master&rsquo;s degree in a related field (for example: education, psychology, leadership, etc.)
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong verbal &amp; written communications skills, and comfort representing Acumen Academy initiatives externally
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Deadline to apply:
 
 Candidates will be reviewed and interviewed on a rolling basis.
 
 
</div>

Program Lead Acumen Academy, Pakistan

<div><div>The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.
</div>
IRC has been working in Pakistan for nearly 45 years and manages and delivers large complex programs to meet the needs in health, education, protection, environmental health and livelihoods for displaced, poor and disaster affected communities. IRC works in partnership with local government and non-governmental organizations and currently works in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Baluchistan and Sindh provinces.
Job Overview/Summary:
The Deputy Director &ndash; Programs (DDP) is a key member of the IRC Pakistan Senior Management Team (SMT) and provides strategic leadership and oversight to all programmatic aspects of the country program. The DDP ensures the design, quality, and implementation of IRC&rsquo;s program portfolio is aligned with organizational priorities, donor requirements, and national development goals. The DDP works closely with technical coordinators, field teams, Grants, and MEAL (Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning) to ensure impact, accountability, and sustainability of IRC&rsquo;s interventions in Pakistan.
 The Deputy Director Programs provides a leadership, decision-making and coordinating role on programmatic issues, both in the development of quality proposals as well as the effective implementation of IRC&rsquo;s emergency and long-term development projects across Pakistan. With a focus on refugees, internally displaced populations and host communities, and crisis affected communities, IRC is currently implementing programs in Health, Education, Safety, Protection and Economic Wellbeing.
Major Responsibilities:
Strategic Planning &amp; Implementation<ul><li>
Provide leadership and supervisory management to the programs department, as a key member of the SMT, including stewardship of resources, budget management, program delivery and performance management.</li><li>
Support the implementation of the IRC Pakistan&rsquo;s long-range organizational goals as laid out in Strategic Action Plan, in line with IRC&rsquo;s Strategy Architecture. In coordination with the CD and other colleagues, annually update country program, and sector strategies while remaining relevant to evolving contexts and operational effectiveness.
</li><li>Lead roll-out of all strategic programming initiatives; including but not limited to IRC&rsquo;s costing &amp; monitoring systems, Research and Development, Emergency Preparedness and Emergency Response.</li><li>
Support the development of donor and program sector strategies, including the integration of cross-cutting functions of gender, monitoring &amp; evaluation, cash programming, partnership, disaster risk reduction and advocacy.</li><li>
Together with other SMT members, ensure IRC Pakistan&rsquo;s Emergency Preparedness Plan (EPP) and of IRC Pakistan&rsquo;s CET&rsquo;s (Country Emergency Team) capacity and readiness to respond within 48 hours of the onset of emergency, as appropriate to regional context, needs and operational capacity.
</li><li>Identify new funding opportunities and lead proposal development in collaboration with technical and grants teams.</li><li>
Ensure alignment of programming with IRC&rsquo;s global strategy, local context, and community needs.</li></ul>
Program Quality &amp; Development<ul><li>
Provide overall guidance and leadership in the rollout and use of IRC&rsquo;s Program Framework, Theories of Change and Strategic Action Implementation Plan and Exemplar work plan.</li><li>
In coordination with the Country Director, pro-actively design and implement fundraising strategies, incorporating donor mapping and communication plans, to ensure program sectors are adequately financed.</li><li>
Support the Grants and MEAL Unit to ensure that high quality, evidence and needs-based project proposals are developed, according to the Proposal Flowchart and in compliance with IRC and donor regulations as well as within the parameters of the Country Program Strategic Plan.</li></ul>
Program Implementation
Ensure timely capacity assessments, due diligence processes, and partner support in line with IRC&rsquo;s PEERS framework.<ul><li>
Support the Provincial /Sector Coordinators to ensure that program implementation is managed closely through the development of structured work-plans, and approved monitoring plans based on project proposals and that expenditures are monitored monthly; with well-structured corrective action is initiated and tracked where required.</li><li>
Support program teams and program support teams in achievement of IRC Pakistan&rsquo;s SAP outcome priorities and programmatic commitments.</li><li>
Provide the Country Director with accurate and up to date advice of developments and opportunities in program and project implementation together with any necessary recommendations for action.</li><li>
Support the MEAL Coordinator in developing, rolling out and monitoring the use of a country-wide MEAL strategy and tools for the collection and analysis of program information (qualitative and quantitative) to inform all stages of the project cycle to increased shared learning internally and externally.</li><li>
Work with technical teams, especially Gender and Cash/Livelihood to develop and implement strategies on Narrowing the Gender Gap and Integration of Cash First.</li><li>
Oversee the development of timely and high quality reporting by the grants team and program staff for submission, per IRC and donor guidelines.</li><li>
Coordinate donor visits, and support field staff in preparing and conducting these visits as necessary.</li><li>
Support the Partnership Manager in the development of a Partnership Strategy, development of required strategy implementation tools and identification of potential national civil society organization partners.</li></ul>
Strengthen collaboration and compliance with national partners through structured partnership management systems, joint planning, and adaptive learning mechanisms.<ul><li>
Ensure the provision of appropriate technical assistance from IRC&rsquo;s Technical Units, external consultants or partner agencies as necessary.</li></ul>
Human Resources and Staff Development<ul><li>
Provide supportive guidance and supervision to direct reports including sector coordinator and other direct reports. Provide appropriate and timely feedback to staff regarding their performance, including timely implementation of the annual staff performance management system.</li><li>
Create a supervisory environment focused on the achievement of team and individual results that emphasizes the importance of learning, productivity, accountability and openness</li><li>
For sector coordinators, set clear and smart objectives aligned to SAP commitments and clear Exemplar deliverables</li><li>
Ensure all relevant existing program and technical staff are knowledgeable on the SAP, Exemplar and associated processes and initiatives including onboarding of new program/technical staff as necessary.</li><li>
Identify and support targeted professional development plans for senior staff.</li><li>
Assist in developing job descriptions and in the recruitment of senior program staff. Ensure that regular and quality staff evaluations are conducted for all staff.</li><li>
Promote an open, diverse and participatory work environment.</li><li>
Ensure staff is properly oriented to IRC global, regional and Pakistan level prior to commencement of their work.</li><li>
Deliver and execute a plan to hire, train and build capacity of staff to transition role to a national staff by conclusion of assignment.</li><li>
Lead with commitment, integrity and accountability to the &ldquo;IRC Way&rdquo; &ndash; Global Standards for Professional Conduct</li></ul>
Partnership<ul><li>
Develop strong partnerships and support IRC&rsquo;s goal to localization and improved program delivery through forging sectoral, strategic and project partnerships.</li></ul>
Others<ul><li>
Command a sound understanding of IRC&rsquo;s programs. To be able to professionally represent the IRC and the IRC&rsquo;s interests with implementing partners, government, donor s and other stakeholders.</li><li>
Assist the Country Director in establishing, developing and sustaining a strong relationships with donors / Govt counterparts to ensure sustainable programs in the portfolio sectors.</li><li>
Encourage and support improved program cohesion through coordination initiatives and information sharing with and between all key country program staff.</li><li>
Promote the IRC Pakistan vision and mission amongst all staff.</li><li>
Serve as an active member of the country program&rsquo;s Senior Management Team and deputize for the Country Director as necessary.</li></ul> 
Key Working Relationships:
Position Reports to: Country Director
Position directly supervises: This position will supervise Team leads and Technical Coordinators,
Job Requirements:
 Education:<ul><li>
Post-graduate degree in International Development, International Relations, relevant social sciences or equivalent demonstrable experience in relevant fields.</li></ul> 
Work Experience:<ul><li>
Excellent professional track record with 8-10 years of experience, preferably in a complex and dynamic humanitarian and development environment.</li><li>
At least 5-6 years of experience at programmatic leadership level.</li><li>
Successful experience working within a complex security environment is preferred.</li></ul>
Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:<ul><li>
Effective communication and presentation skills.</li><li>
Strong understanding of donor regulations (e.g., USAID, ECHO, FCDO, UN).</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to think strategically, prioritize and meet deadlines in a complex and challenging environment; must be culturally sensitive</li><li>
Excellent leadership, people management, interpersonal and negotiation skills and a demonstrated ability to develop harmonious and high-performing teams in a multi-ethnic context.</li><li>
Strong diplomacy skills; ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with partners, donors and other stakeholders in a sensitive environment.</li></ul>
Others:<ul><li>
Strong computer skills: must be competent in the use of Windows, MS office programs, email programs, etc.</li><li>
Willingness to travel outside Islamabad to field sites under demanding conditions.</li></ul>
Gender Equality:
IRC recognizes that gender equality is fundamental to the achievement of our organizational mission. As such, IRC is committed to the promotion of gender equality in all aspects of our operations and programs. Our organizational policies, procedures and actions demonstrate this commitment. Women candidates are highly encouraged to apply.<div> 
Standard of Professional Conduct:The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way &ndash; our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality.</div></div>

Zones IT Solutions

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 Description
 
 
 
 Company Overview:
 
 
 When it comes to IT solution providers, there are a lot of choices. But when it comes to providers with innovative and differentiating end-to-end service offerings, there&rsquo;s really only one: Zones &ndash; First Choice for IT.TM
 
 
 Zones is a Global Solution Provider of end-to-end IT solutions with an unmatched supply chain. Positioned to be the IT partner you need, Zones, a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) in business for over 35 years, specializes in Digital Workplace, Cloud &amp; Data Center, Networking, Security, and Managed/Professional/Staffing services. Operating in more than 120 countries, leveraging a robust portfolio, and utilizing the highest certification levels from key partners, including Microsoft, Apple, Cisco, Lenovo, Adobe, and more, Zones has mastered the science of building digital infrastructures that change the way business does business ensuring whatever they need, they can Consider IT Done. Follow Zones, LLC on Twitter @Zones, and LinkedIn and Facebook.
 
 
 
 Position Overview
 
 
 
 The ideal candidate possesses intellectual curiosity, creativity, strong problem-solving skills, excellent communication skills, and an ability to influence business and technical leaders in a dynamic environment as well as a strong desire to contribute to Zones&rsquo; continued success. This person will lead investigations into undefined areas, ambiguous requirements and will define scope, requirements and measurable deliverables that can be executed on using PMO principles. They create scope and execute initiatives by partnering with senior stakeholders (Partner and Product Management, Purchasing, Operations, IT, Finance, Sales) to understand and prioritize initiatives to improve organization performance. Improvement may constitute increased speed, enhanced efficiency, lower cost, higher revenue or a combination of all.
 
 
 
 What You&rsquo;ll Do As The Project Manager 2
 
 
 
 Employees employed in the role of Project Manager 2 shall be required to apply their independent mind and demonstrate intellectual abilities in their decision-making.
 
 
 The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
 
 
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 Formulate strategy, plans and measurable objectives for programs and projects
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 Demonstrable improvement of Key Process Indicators (KPIs) vs. baseline measurements developed as part of each project effort
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 Timely completion of project initiatives Identify and drive demonstrable improvement of Key Process Indicators (KPIs) vs. baseline measurements developed as part of each project effort
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 Successful management of project scope, budget and scheduled to ensure timely completion of program and project initiatives
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 Ensure that 100% of all tasks are resolved within appropriate time constraints through proper task management
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 Provide weekly status report depicting:
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 Service engagements
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 Resource Utilization
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 Project Status
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 Risks
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 Issue Mitigation
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 Portfolio Status
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 Timely completion of project initiatives
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 Effective project communications with multiple stakeholders, teams and executive management
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Education/Certification
 
 
 
 What you will bring to the team:
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree required; MBA preferred.
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 PMP, ITIL or equivalent Certification required.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Required Experience
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 5 plus years of experience in program/ project management, process engineering or strategy within a technology or operations environment
 </li>
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 Leadership skills: must have experience leading a portfolio of programs, multiple projects and teams.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to take ambiguous requirements, conduct investigation and develop strategy.
 </li>
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 Problem solving skills: must be able to identify risks and develop actionable mitigation plans
 </li>
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 Analytical skills: must be highly analytical with experience in using objective data to drive strategic recommendations.
 </li>
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 Communications skills: must be able to concisely explain complex issues, communicate well in writing and verbally, and be able to build strong working relationships across all levels of the organization, including remote areas.
 </li>
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 Intellectual curiosity: must possess a desire to understand why/how things work vs. simply completing the task at hand.
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 Knowledge of and experience using Project Management Software
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 Possesses strong Microsoft Office skills including Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Zones offers a comprehensive Benefits package
 
 
 At Zones, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where every team member is valued and supported. We offer life insurance, optional health insurance, and retirement benefits in line with Company policy. Employees also enjoy additional perks such as the Voluntary Pension Scheme, EOBI, complimentary meals, and access to our in-house gym.
 
 
 We take pride in being an equal opportunity employer and remain dedicated to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination of any kind. If you are passionate about driving innovation in IT, sales, engineering, or operations, Zones provides a dynamic and collaborative environment to help you grow your career.
 
 
 All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.
 
 
 Job timings: 8:00PM &ndash; 5:00AM (Pk time)
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Project Manager 2

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