Head of Programme Implementation Unit

Overview

Provides programme-wide implementation leadership, operational control, and delivery assurance for the Community Resilience and Livelihoods Project (CRLP). Reports to the Deputy Programme Director and manages the Programme Implementation Unit (PIU) team.

Tasks Summary

• Leads and maintains integrated programme-level implementation plans and schedules.
• Coordinates implementation workflows across PIU functions, delivery teams, and UNOPS support services.
• Tracks progress against milestones and delivery targets, identifying dependencies, risks, and emerging issues.
• Ensures consistent application of implementation controls, documentation standards, and segregation of duties.
• Coordinates audits, reviews, and assurance processes and follow-up of agreed management actions.
• Provides structured implementation performance analysis to the DPD.
• Supports escalation of cross-cutting operational issues.
• Provides direct line management to PIU staff, builds implementation capacity, and drives continuous improvement of delivery systems and workflows.

Experience Requirements

• A minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible experience in project and/or program management and coordination.
• Knowledge and familiarity with UNOPS and / or World Bank procedures.
• Demonstrated experience managing multidisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated experience working in at least one of the role’s functional task areas.
• Experience in programme implementation.
• Prior experience in building strong, trusted relationships with Donor representatives, UN officials, de facto authorities etc.
• Previous experience in the humanitarian / development sector.
• Knowledge and understanding of the political, social and economic context of Afghanistan.

Qualification Requirements

• Advanced University Degree (Master’s Degree or equivalent) in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Business Administration, Management, Engineering, or other relevant discipline with seven (7) years of relevant experience.
• OR First Level University Degree (Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent) with nine (9) years of relevant experience is required.
• A globally recognized professional certificate (e.g. PRINCE2, PMI, etc) or membership in Project Management is desired.

Other Details

Languages Required: English Fluent

Languages Preferred: Dari Fluent Pashto Fluent

Contract Duration: Ongoing

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