BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: The Water Supply and Sanitation Engineer is the person dealing with the implementation of USAID/Pakistan FATA Development Program (FDP) construction-related activities in the area of water supply and sanitation infrastructure. S/he works under the supervision of the USAID/Peshawar Supervisory Civil Engineer and in coordination with the USAID/Peshawar FDP team. S/he provides expert input into the overall water supply and sanitation construction program. S/he plays a key role in developing strategy and managing the program. S/he takes a primary role in designing and implementing substantial parts of the program. S/he plays a lead role in managing contracts in the related construction sector. The incumbent is the principal USAID employee advising the Supervisory Civil Engineer and FDP team on water supply and sanitation construction issues and programming within the FATA.

QUALIFICATION REQUIRED:

EDUCATION: Completion of education resulting in a B.S. Engineering Degree.

EXPERIENCE: A minimum of seven (7) years of progressively more responsible experience in the following areas is required: water supply and sanitation design and supervision, including design and construction of dams, irrigation/water supply/flood protection schemes, and sanitation schemes, and/or related project management. At least 5 years of experience in construction management in Pakistan. Dam, canal, irrigation/water supply, and sanitation construction experience is preferred and other related construction is highly desirable.

LANGUAGE: Level 4 English, Level 4 Pashto, Level 4 Urdu.

KNOWLEDGE: It is desired that the candidate has expertise in design and construction of facilities such as dams, irrigation canals, water supply, flood protection works and sanitation schemes. The candidate should know Pakistan government codes and requirements. It is preferred that the candidate has detailed knowledge of US and/or international construction standards as well as strategies, programs, and working methodologies of other donors in Pakistan.

ABILITIES & SKILLS: Expert technical abilities in construction contracting and program management. Program design, budgeting, implementation, monitoring and evaluation skills are essential. Able to work with architects, engineers and contractors in the design and construction of dams that meet international earthquake, handicapped accessibility, quality, and performance standards. Ability to work with engineers and contractors in the design and construction of dams, water supply, flood protection and sanitation schemes that meet Pakistan and U.S. standards. Has skills in handling complex logistical problems posed by construction in FATA regions under security restrictions. Able to effectively communicate complicated policy, strategy and program issues orally and in writing. Can write in a clear, concise, and well-organized manner. Has good interpersonal, coordination, and bureaucratic skills; possesses good organization management skills.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: The incumbent will be a senior Foreign Service National who provides management support, representation and technical advice for USAID Pakistan’s agricultural activities in the Federally Administered Tribal Areas and Northwest Frontier Province (FATA/NWFP). Based in Peshawar, the incumbent will play a lead role in ensuring that USAID’s agriculture program responds to local needs and realities, reflects international technical standards and best practice, and supports USAID’s overall objectives in Pakistan. In order to successfully execute her/his duties, the incumbent will have extensive experience in agriculture and a solid understanding of the opportunities and limitations to agricultural development in Pakistan.

QUALIFICATION REQUIRED:

EDUCATION:A university degree in agriculture, agronomy, engineering, or a related field is required. A Master’s degree is preferred.

EXPERIENCE: A minimum of seven years of relevant experience in the agricultural field in Northwest Frontier Province and Pakistan in design, construction, and operation of irrigation schemes, including retention dams, on-farm distribution systems, and modern techniques for on-farm application is required. Experience at the management level and with irrigation development efforts in Northwest Frontier Province and Pakistan and private enterprises is preferred.

LANGUAGE: Level IV (fluent) English language proficiency, speaking and writing is required. Written and spoken Pashtu proficiency is required.

KNOWLEDGE: The incumbent will have extensive knowledge of the agricultural sector in Northwest Frontier Province, including opportunities and constraints. He/she will have a working knowledge of project design and management, including strategic planning and budgeting, operations, quality assurance/quality control, and evaluation. Familiarity with the roles of key institutional players in the agricultural sector, including the Government of Pakistan is essential.

ABILITIES & SKILLS: The incumbent will have a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. He/she will have strong negotiating and interpersonal skills and be able to develop an extensive range of high level contacts in the public and private sectors. He/she will have a strong capacity to plan, organize and execute complex projects and to recognize and resolve problems. Initiative and flexibility in carrying out assigned tasks is required, as is the ability to perform duties with minimal supervisory and administrative support..

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: Under general direction of the C&R Supervisor, the incumbent takes part in implementation of USAID/Pakistan Records Management Program; is responsible for maintenance of the EXO documentation in ASIST database and coordinates inactive files retirement and disposal. Manages subscription to periodicals and other C&R operations related to performing requests of the Mission offices; serves as a back-up of the Mail and File Clerk, implementing C&R procedures, associated with correspondence and mail control. Provides information services, while preparing the Mission documents, including contact and personal information; is responsible for processing and distribution of phone bills and invoices. Participates in conducting training courses on records and communications management. Assumes duties of the C&R Supervisor in his/her absence.

QUALIFICATION REQUIRED:

EDUCATION: College degree or equivalent is required; some relevant technical training (courses in typing and word processing, administrative management training, etc.) is highly desirable.

EXPERIENCE: Three years minimum experience in administrative area is required, including records, correspondence and mail management functions.

LANGUAGE: Level IV (Fluent) written and oral proficiency in English is required. In addition, the incumbent must be fluent in written and oral Urdu.

KNOWLEDGE: The incumbent must have a thorough knowledge of regulations on records management and correspondence control, mail handling, and requirements of the external and internal directives regarding information services. It is necessary to have a good knowledge of the unclassified records, and the system by which these records are kept. Must have clear understanding of communication & records functions and operations. Must be fully acquainted with the organization, functions, personnel, practices and activities of all Mission offices and sections.

ABILITIES & SKILLS: The incumbent must have obvious management skills to coordinate and control the correspondence, mail and records management operations by analyzing existing Mission systems and procedures and recommending improvements to enhance efficiency. Must be tactful yet effective in explaining procedures related to correspondence, mail and records management. Sound skills in computer software and electronic information handling are required: Windows, MS Word, MS Excel, Outlook, Internet and Intranet, Acrobat Reader, imaging filing system program, etc. Knowledge of operating office equipment (fax, copier, scanner, etc.) is necessary. Valid driver’s license is highly desirable for mail delivery. Besides, it is essential to have good communication skills, ability to establish harmonious relationships with colleagues and to work under pressure, as well as to be highly organized, strong customer service oriented and self-starter.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: The Project Management Specialist (Engineering) serves as the principal engineering resource in the USAID/Karachi Office, and as the sole representative of the Office of Infrastructure in Islamabad on matters pertaining to infrastructure, engineering, and construction projects in the Sind province and the region, and may take on other responsibilities as directed by the Liaison Officer. The Specialist also coordinates and monitors infrastructure, engineering, and other assistance programs in the province and the region. The Specialist serves as a full Contracting Office Technical Representative/Agreement Office Technical Representative for assigned programs/projects/activities. The Specialist provides expert advice to the USAID/Karachi Office and to USAID/Pakistan in Islamabad on engineering issues in the Sind, and serves as a resource, along with other Specialists, to all USAID Offices in Pakistan in making recommendations for sectoral activities in the region and the country. The Specialist liaises with Government of Pakistan officials, implementing partners (IPs), other USAID Specialists, and other donors and organizations, ensuring that USAID is collecting and tracking relevant indicators, planning and designing new programs as new needs arise, and reporting on infrastructure and engineering efforts to USAID/Pakistan in Islamabad and to Washington, D.C.

QUALIFICATION REQUIRED:

EDUCATION: A Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized and/or accredited University is required. A Master’s Degree or higher educational credentials is preferred.

EXPERIENCE: A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible, job-related, professional-level experience in infrastructure planning, design of programs/projects, project implementation, and monitoring and evaluation is required. This experience should have included providing analysis and interpretation of engineering data, and presentation of findings in written form. Previous experience with the Government of Pakistan and/or other donor organizations on infrastructure-related programs is desirable.

LANGUAGE: Proficiency: Level IV (fluent) English and Urdu language proficiency, speaking and writing, as well as spoken Sindi (Level IV) is required.

KNOWLEDGE: The work requires in-depth professional knowledge of general engineering and construction principles, theories, concepts, and practices, as well as the ability to apply standard engineering practices, methods, and techniques in difficult environments in order to foster general engineering programs/projects of broad scope, with substantial latitude for independent action.

ABILITIES & SKILLS: Work requires a high order of skill in communicating with others, clarity conciseness of verbal expression and persuasiveness in obtaining the cooperation of those whose efforts must be integrated and coordinated into successful completion of program/project implementation. The Specialist must have the ability to organize, analyze, interpret, and evaluate general engineering activities, and to identify problems in construction; the ability to adopt and apply professional engineering principles, methods, and techniques to resolve problems encountered; the ability to keep abreast of changes in engineering and scientific knowledge, general engineering and construction technology; and, to utilize information gained thereby in the solution of theoretical and practical engineering and construction problems.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: The Project Management Specialist (Engineering) serves as the principal engineering resource in the USAID/Lahore Office, and as the sole representative of the Office of Infrastructure in Islamabad on matters pertaining to infrastructure, engineering, and construction projects in the Punjab province, and may take on other responsibilities as directed by the Liaison Officer. The Specialist also coordinates and monitors infrastructure, engineering, and other assistance programs in the province and the region. The Specialist serves as a full Contracting Office Technical Representative/Agreement Office Technical Representative for assigned programs/projects/activities. The Specialist provides expert advice to the USAID/Lahore Office and to USAID/Pakistan in Islamabad on engineering issues in the Punjab, and serves as a resource, along with other Specialists, to all USAID Offices in Pakistan in making recommendations for sectoral activities in the region and the country. The Specialist liaises with Government of Pakistan officials, implementing partners (IPs), other USAID Specialists, and other donors and organizations, ensuring that USAID is collecting and tracking relevant indicators, planning and designing new programs as new needs arise, and reporting on infrastructure and engineering efforts to USAID/Pakistan in Islamabad and to Washington, D.C.

QUALIFICATION REQUIRED:

EDUCATION: A Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized and/or accredited University is required. A Master’s Degree or higher educational credentials is preferred.

EXPERIENCE: A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible, job-related, professional-level experience in infrastructure planning, design of programs/projects, project implementation, and monitoring and evaluation is required. This experience should have included providing analysis and interpretation of engineering data, and presentation of findings in written form. Previous experience with the GoP and/or other donor organizations on infrastructure-related programs is desirable.

LANGUAGE: Level IV (fluent) English and Urdu language proficiency, speaking and writing, as well as spoken Punjabi (Level IV) is required.

KNOWLEDGE:The work requires in-depth professional knowledge of general engineering and construction principles, theories, concepts, and practices, as well as the ability to apply standard engineering practices, methods, and techniques in difficult environments in order to foster general engineering programs/projects of broad scope, with substantial latitude for independent action.

ABILITIES & SKILLS: Work requires a high order of skill in communicating with others, clarity, and conciseness of verbal expression and persuasiveness in obtaining the cooperation of those whose efforts must be integrated and coordinated into successful completion of program/project implementation. The Specialist must have the ability to organize, analyze, interpret, and evaluate general engineering activities, and to identify problems in construction; the ability to adopt and apply professional engineering principles, methods, and techniques to resolve problems encountered; the ability to keep abreast of changes in engineering and scientific knowledge, and general engineering and construction technology; and, to utilize information gained thereby in the solution of theoretical and practical engineering and construction problems.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: The Office of Financial Management (OFM) is responsible for providing full financial management services to USAID/Pakistan. It maintains a comprehensive accounting system (currently in cooperation with the USAID/Manila accounting station). It provides dedicated financial analysis and accounting support to each strategic objective team and, as needed, technical guidance to contractors and grantees. The Voucher Examiner is an integral member to the OFM, working throughout the range of Office functions. Illustratively, this includes serving as the primary timekeeper for the OFM Staff, serving as the primary USDH AETA Coordinator, providing complex to medium voucher examination services and providing administrative support to the Office. Voucher Examiner works under the direct supervision of the Chief Accountant and general supervision of the USAID/Pakistan Controller.

QUALIFICATION REQUIRED:

EDUCATION: Possession of a Bachelor Degree in accounting/or Diploma in accounting from any recognized college is required.

EXPERIENCE:At least five years of performing voucher examining work with host government organizations, NGOs or in Diplomatic Missions.

LANGUAGE: Level IV English and Urdu ability (fluency) is required. English writing and speaking skills are particularly important.

KNOWLEDGE: A thorough knowledge of applicable sections of Financial Management and Accounting systems and general office procedures and practices is required.

ABILITIES & SKILLS: The ability to read, comprehend, and logically apply complicated regulations, directives, and procedures relating to the voucher examining process, is required. Typing skills and good word and data processing skills are required. Familiarity with a variety of computer programs and applications also will be very useful. Excellent written and oral communication skills are required. Flexibility to perform a variety of tasks at the same time, excellent organizational skills in order to ensure smooth and efficient paper flow in OFM.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: The Project Management Specialist (Economic Growth) serves as a Senior Economic Growth (EG) Specialist with responsibility for coordinating and monitoring USAID/Pakistan, Peshawar Office economic growth program in the Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA). The EG program includes two (2) Livelihoods Programs, supporting programs in community development, cash for work, vocational and skills development, agriculture, and micro-, small-, and medium-enterprise development. The Livelihoods Programs are designed to provide measurable, sustainable economic growth for communities in the FATA and North West Frontier Provence (NWFP) over the next five years. The Specialist works from the Peshawar Office, under the general supervision of the Deputy Director for FATA, and receives general project management guidance from the Contracting Officer Technical Representative in Islamabad. The Specialist advises USAID Mission management on economic development issues in the FATA/NWFP, including a wide range of economic, agriculture, private sector, trade, fiscal, and financial reform issues and their implications for USAID programs. The Specialist is responsible for monitoring and evaluation of all activities funded under the Livelihoods Program, as well as other programs supporting EG and development in the FATA that are administered through USAID/Pakistan in Islamabad. The Specialist maintains senior-level contacts on behalf of Mission management in the FATA/NWFP, including the FATA Secretariat, FATA Development Authority, political agents, tribal leaders, Sarhad Chamber of Commerce, Tribal Chamber of Commerce, the donor community, civil society organizations, and other stakeholders. The Specialist reports to USAID/Washington on Livelihoods Program and other EG efforts in FATA, and contributes to Mission strategy statements and a variety of annual reports.

QUALIFICATION REQUIRED:

EDUCATION: Masters Degree in economics, business administration, finance, economic and social development, agricultural economics, or law is required. Some advanced study outside of Pakistan is desired, whether as part of a curriculum leading to such Masters Degree or in addition thereto.

EXPERIENCE: A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience at mid- to senior-professional or management levels in Government, NGOs, the private sector, or with another international or donor organization. Mid- to senior-level experience in policy and strategy development, and in program design for multi-sector development programs.

LANGUAGE: Level 4 English, Level 4 Pashto, Level 4 Urdu.

KNOWLEDGE: An in-depth knowledge of a broad range of EG issues, with emphasis on microfinance, small- and medium-enterprise development, agriculture, higher education, and trade is essential. Knowledge of the specific EG issues in the FATA/NWFP, and in Pakistan generally, including macroeconomic as well as private-sector and agriculture-related areas is highly desirable. Knowledge of the strategies, programs, and working methodologies of other donor agencies (both bi- and multi-lateral) in the EG sector in the FATA specifically, and in NWFP and Pakistan generally. A thorough knowledge of issues relating to overall development in the FATA, and in Pakistan generally, and its strengths and vulnerabilities.

ABILITIES & SKILLS: Work requires highly developed technical abilities and capabilities in development economics, small- and medium-enterprises development, microfinance, agriculture, and in the private sector. The ability to advise the Mission Director, and other staff at all levels on FATA developments and issues across a wide range of EG and economic-related topics (such as macro-economic policies affecting development; an appropriate regulatory environment for finance and private/business sectors; key barriers to expansion of small and medium enterprises, microfinance, agriculture, trade, etc.; fiscal and financial reform issues). A developed capability in program design, budgeting, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation is essential. The ability to effectively communicate complicated policy, strategy, and program issues, orally and in writing. The ability to write complex papers and other documents in a clear, concise, and well-organized manner is required. Excellent interpersonal, coordination, and bureaucratic skills, and the ability to successfully coordinate with all levels of personnel. Must be able to handle sensitive issues diplomatically. Must possess strong organizational management skills.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: The General Services Assistant works in the USAID/Pakistan Executive Office with responsibility for providing general support services in area of property management including sipping/receiving/disposal, building maintenance and repair, supplies, warehousing, and liaison with Embassy in regard to different GSO activities.

QUALIFICATION REQUIRED:

EDUCATION: Completion of High School and at least two years of college or university study is required, with some of the study related to finance subjects. Completion of an undergraduate degree in a field such as business management is highly desirable.

EXPERIENCE: At least three years of progressively responsible experience in logistics, administrative or office management is required. Work with an international organization, or equivalent work with a private entity in an English-language work environment is preferred.

LANGUAGE: Level IV (Fluent) written and oral proficiency in English is required. In addition, the incumbent must be fluent in written and oral Urdu.

KNOWLEDGE: Must be able to develop a good working knowledge of regulations concerning imports and exports. Thorough understanding of property control procedures and regulations, including reporting requirements. A thorough understanding of the organization structure specific to administrative management procedures, which govern general administrative support functions in a busy environment, is required.

ABILITIES & SKILLS: The ability to work effectively in a team environment is required. The incumbent must be able to work calmly, tactfully, and effectively under pressure, and to demonstrate extreme flexibility to manage more than one activity at a time in the performance of daily administrative office management duties. In addition, strong organizational, communications, and inter-personal skills are critical and required. Excellent interpersonal and communications skills are required to develop and maintain collaborative and effective working relationships within the USAID/Pakistan Office, other Mission offices, the US Embassy, and other internal and external contacts.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: The position is located in the Executive Office. The incumbent performs a variety of administrative and clerical duties in support of the General Services and Procurement Sections as well as provide secretarial and administrative support to the Deputy Executive Officer. The duties and responsibilities include but not limited to: maintaining and up-keeping Procurement Log-in Data base, scheduling inventory of household furniture and equipment for incoming and out-going personnel, coordinating work order requests from USAID staff with Maintenance Section, organizing and maintaining electronic and hard copy files for both offices, assisting with bar coding of all official furniture and equipment.

QUALIFICATION REQUIRED:

EDUCATION: Completion of Secondary School plus 2 years training in business studies or related field is required. A university degree in any of the social sciences is desirable.

EXPERIENCE: 2 to 3 years of progressively responsible experience in administration work or office management is required. Experience in procurement and general services will be an added advantage.

LANGUAGE: Level IV- English fluency in speaking, reading and writing is required. Fluency in speaking and writing in Urdu is also required.

KNOWLEDGE: Knowledge of administrative management procedures governing general administrative support functions in a busy environment; must have knowledge of property control procedures, office management, reporting requirements.

BILITIES & SKILLS: The successful candidate must have excellent inter-personal skills, ability to work effectively in a team environment.Must be able to work calmly, tactfully and effectively under pressure and to demonstrate extreme flexibility, to manage more than one activity at a time in the performance of daily administrative office duties and responsibilities. Must have excellent computer skills.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: The Project Management Specialist Economic Growth (EG) will assist in management of the overall Economic Growth development assistance package to Pakistan, and serve as an advisor to the EG Office Chief and others on EG operations, budget and reporting, program development and management, acquisition and assistance planning, and monitoring and evaluation. The Specialist will provide support in the development and management of a growing EG portfolio, and in training and mentoring EG staff. The Specialist will support EG program operations and systems, guide and contribute to the design of new EG development activities, participate in training Office staff on effective program operations, and management and oversight, contribute to the design and implementation of systems to support an expanded program reporting requirement, and, prepare reports and documents on an ad-hoc basis as required to support EG and Mission objectives.

QUALIFICATION REQUIRED:

EDUCATION: A University Degree in International Relations, Economics, Development, Public Administration, Business Administration, or other relevant discipline is required. An advanced degree in one of these or a related field is preferred.

EXPERIENCE: At least 5 to 7 years of progressively responsible professional experience working on assistance programs in areas relevant to economic growth is required. Such experience should include managing contracts or grants, designing and evaluating programs, and analyzing economic growth or related policies. Experience working with donor agencies is preferred, as is previous contact with GoP officials at the federal, provincial, and local level. Experience tracking and maintaining program budgets is required. Experience with other donors and/or international organizations is preferred.

LANGUAGE: Fluency (Level IV) English and Urdu speaking and writing is required. Fluency in other frequently used Pakistani languages is desired.

KNOWLEDGE: The Specialist must have demonstrated experience in program/project development, and a familiarity with key development sectors related to economic growth. The Specialist should have practicable and extensive knowledge in the entire range of program operations, including strategic planning, activity design, budget monitoring, and evaluation and reporting. This includes knowledge of the sector and challenges to economic growth in Pakistan, and development principles related to economic growth. Knowledge of the structure and governance issues of the pertinent GoP Ministries is highly desirable. Knowledge of annual and multi-year budget planning for technical programs is required. Familiarity with program activities and capable of immediately being productive in this role.

ABILITIES & SKILLS: The Specialist must have extensive skills in the entire range of program operations,including strategic planning, activity design, budgeting, monitoring and evaluation, and reporting. The work requires excellent verbal communication skills, tact and diplomacy in order to establish and develop working relations with the staff, Pakistani counterparts, and with primary technical contacts in the various sectors. Excellent written communication skills are required in order to prepare papers and other documentation. And a good level of flexibility is essential in order to work in a variety of sectors concurrently.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: The Project Management Specialist (Energy) is responsible for management of a major portion of the anticipated US$200M/year Energy sector portfolio. The Specialist will work closely with a USDH or USPSC Energy Officer/Advisor, based in Islamabad, and advise senior Mission management, the Energy Office Director, the Energy Officer/Advisor and others on Pakistani economic development, with a major focus on energy efficiency, energy policy, and energy infrastructure. The Specialist will contribute with considerable weight to the design and planning for one of the largest USAID energy programs, in participating actively in the Mission decision-making process for designing, drafting, and soliciting contracts and grants for carrying out the Energy Program. The Specialist conceptualizes and articulates energy and economic growth strategies, and implements, monitors and evaluates existing and new Energy programs. The Specialist utilizes an in-depth knowledge of the Pakistani energy sector, and of economic growth issues in Pakistan; maintains senior-level contacts for Mission management in the GoP, the donor community, with civil society organizations, with major implementing partners (IPs), and with other stakeholders; reports on Mission efforts in the Energy sector to USAID/Washington, and contributes to Mission strategy and annual reporting documents. The Specialist provides assistance as needed to the Energy Office Director, the Energy Officer/Advisor, and other members of the Energy Office staff.

QUALIFICATION REQUIRED:

EDUCATION: A Masters Degree in engineering and/or energy policy is required. A Masters Degree in public affairs, economics, business administration, or related field may be substituted if the engineering and/or energy education is not available.

EXPERIENCE: Seven to ten years of progressively responsible, professional-level experience in an energy sector-related area is required. Experience must have provided the opportunity for performing project design, program planning, and/or implementation work. At least two years of this experience should have been in development-related work, or related fields, for international donor agencies, Government of Pakistan organizations, or private-sector institutions which included project design, performance monitoring, and/or the analysis and interpretation of large amounts of data, is desired. Three to five years of this experience should have included independently managing an organization or a section or division of a large organization.

LANGUAGE: Fluency in written and spoken English is required.Fluency in Urdu is required. Fluency in another Pakistani dialect is desirable.

KNOWLEDGE: In depth knowledge of the GoP developmental agenda, developmental initiatives, and development priorities for the Energy sector, as well as the socio-political culture prevalent in various geographical regions of Pakistan is required. A thorough knowledge of issues relating to economic development in Pakistan, knowledge of a broad range of issues of energy efficiency, policy, generation, and human resources capacity building, as well as knowledge of private-sector development and competitiveness are required. Knowledge of energy sector issues in Pakistan, including macroeconomic as well as private-sector and energy related areas is highly desirable. Knowledge of strategies, programs, and the working methodologies of other donor agencies (bi- and multi-lateral) in the energy sector in Pakistan is desired.

ABILITIES & SKILLS: A high level of technical expertise and ability in energy and private sector development is required, and the ability to advise Senior Mission management on Pakistani development and issues across a wide range of economic-related topics (such as macro-economic policies affecting development; the regulatory environment for energy; key barriers to reform, etc.), and their implications on development programs is required. Program design, budgeting, implementation, monitoring and evaluation skills are essential. The Specialist must have good interpersonal, coordination, and bureaucratic skills; be able to coordinate successfully with all parts of the Mission to advance program interests; be able to handle sensitive issues diplomatically, and use good judgment when speaking in high-level meetings with government, NGOs and other donors and in conferences, seminars, workshops, etc.; and, possess good organizational and management skills.