Vacancy Announcement (GGP)

Islamabad, February 18, 2023 (PPI-OT):The Embassy of Japan in Pakistan is seeking to fill a vacancy for an Economic Cooperation Assistant for Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Projects (GGP).

Applicants should have English and Urdu proficiency, computer literacy, keen interest in rural development, and willingness to work as a team.

Completion of at least a Bachelor’s degree in a field relevant to economic and social development is required. Please note that this is a contract-based appointment with an initial duration of one year, which may be extended to a maximum of three years and hence will not be a local staff of the Embassy.

Job Overview/Summary

The Embassy of Japan in Pakistan is seeking to fill a vacancy for an Economic Cooperation Assistant for Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Projects (GGP). The Economic Cooperation Assistant will be responsible for providing technical and operational support in the management of GGP. The position is based in Islamabad with frequent travel to fields.

Major Responsibilities General Tasks

Administer grant applications, coordinate inquiries, and data management related to the grant applications

Review grant applications, including technical and financial review Facilitate smooth implementation of on-going projects in the field Administer past projects with periodic site visits

Maintain regular contact with project partners
Prepare project reports

Specific Tasks

Detailed review of proposals, including analysis of project viability, financial sustainability, logic of project interventions, and overall feasibility of the application

Monitoring of on-going projects to assess progress against the approved work plans, timely identify issues of implementation, and coordinate with relevant stakeholders to address such issues

Evaluate past projects in the field and report on projects sustainability, utilization, and management of facilities/equipment, and overall effectiveness of the grant

Facilitate high profile events related to the grants, e.g. grant contract signing ceremonies, inauguration ceremonies, etc.

Prepare quality reports, including preparation of press releases and speeches for diplomats

Job Duration

Job will be offered for a period of one year, which may be extended to a maximum of three years
This is a contract-based job. Selected candidate will not be the local staff of the Embassy of Japan in Pakistan

Job Requirements Education

Bachelor degree in social sciences, economics or in relevant field

Work experience

At least three years of rich experience in role of project management, monitoring, and evaluation in reputable national or international organizations

Proven track record of working with development partners/NGOs at grassroots level In-depth understanding of development issues and trends

Ability to travel and manage assignments in remote and hard areas

Demonstrated Skills and Competencies

Proficiency in English and Urdu language

Excellent IT skills (Word, Outlook, Excel, Power Point) Excellent report writing and content creation
Good communication and presentation skills

Good interpersonal skills

Working Conditions

Usual work place: The Embassy of Japan in Pakistan

Holidays: Closed days of the Embassy (in according with national holidays of Pakistan and Japan)
Salary: Determined through negotiations based on experience and achievements, about PKR 150,000 or more

The Embassy will provide daily allowance and reimburse field-related expenses for field visits/activities.

Application Process

Interested applicants should send their detailed CV, along with covering letter, a recent photograph and copy of CNIC to the Embassy of Japan in Pakistan, latest by Monday, 6th March, 2023. Apply to P.O. Box No. 1119, Islamabad. Mark envelope as “Application for an Economic Cooperation Assistant”. Only shortlisted applicants who meet the selection criteria will be contacted for a test and interview. Application received after the given deadline will not be considered.

For more information, contact:
Embassy of Japan in Pakistan
53-70, Ramna 5/4, Diplomatic Enclave 1,
Islamabad 44000, Pakistan
Tel: +92-51-9072500
Fax: +92-51-9072352
Email: culture@ib.mofa.go.jp
Website: http://www.pk.emb-japan.go.jp