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                                                               Vacancy Announcement

 Children First is a leading not-for-profit child focused national organization. The organization particularly works with disadvantaged segments of society to bring positive changes which ultimately improve living and learning environment of children. Children First is striving for a society where children and their best interests come first.

“Tahaffuz” is a project funded by European Union and being implemented by Children First in Rawalpindi District for the protection of children from sexual abuse & exploitation. Applications are invited from energetic and dynamic individuals having experience in development sector for the position of:

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Exchange ideas and experiences with management and field staff as to inculcate the spirit of debate and discussion within Children First and CAP.
• Establish initial contact with community for introduction of program under CAP.
• Collect necessary baseline information about the area.
• Ensure timely implementation of the project (all components) activities in the field.
• Mobilize and build capacity of the target community.
• Conduct Social surveys as and when required or asked by the management.
• Liaison with partner organizations and institutions working in the project area.
• Develop and maintain the necessary documentation and record of all project and organization activities.
• Coordinate with Project Coordinator for necessary instructions and guidance.
• Provide full support to the sector representatives for conducting feasibility studies, preparation of project proposals, and development of action plans and implementation of program interventions
• Maintain and update all record at office level.
• To assist community members to identify needs and to generate solutions identifying priority issues and to analyze their problems and guide for resource mobilization
• Any other tasks assigned by Line Manager.

JOB SPECIFICATION:

• Should have Bachelors Degree in Social Sciences or relevant.
• Three to Four (3-4) years experience in field work.
• Ability to work under stressed situations, cultural and political sensitivity.
• Strong communication skills and command on local languages will be additional beneficial.
• Computation skills are mandatory. (Ms Word, Ms Excel, Ms Power point)
• Require extensive knowledge and work experience of child protection and must have child protection background in reputed NGO/ INGOs.

Children First is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Female Candidates and locals are encouraged to apply.

How to Apply: Interested candidates may submit their CV with cover letter to hr@childrenfirst.org.pk or send to   Human Resources Department, House: 79, Street: 92, Sector: I-8/4, Islamabad latest by February 01 , 2013. Please clearly mention the name of the position in the subject line of email or front right side of Envelope. Only short listed candidates will be called for test and interview. No TA/DA will be given to the candidates coming for Interview.

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