The Project Director shall be responsible for the overall leadership, management, and implementation of the program

The Project Director must meet the following minimum set of qualifications: 

● Master’s degree preferably in Education, Public Policy, Administration, International Development, Human Resource Management/Development, or a relevant field, from an accredited university. 

● A minimum of ten years of professional experience in the successful implementation of basic education, human, and institutional capacity development programs. 

● Five years of experience as a Project Director/Chief of Party or in a similar leadership position. 

● Proven leadership in the management and administration of education programs or similar international donor technical assistance projects with skills in strategic planning, management, supervision and budgeting. 

● Proven ability to develop and communicate a common vision among diverse partners and the ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams; and 

● Prior experience of working in the education sector, particularly on public-private partnership initiatives, is highly desirable. 

● Exceptional written and spoken English. Pashto and/or Urdu speaking abilities are desirable. 

● Proven experience directly collaborating with donor and host country government representatives. 

● Strong computer skills. 

Job Details

Functional Area:
Total Positions:
1 Post
Job Shift:
First Shift (Day)
Job Type:
Job Location:
Gender:
No Preference
Minimum Education:
Masters
Degree Title:
Master’s degree preferably in Education, Public Policy, Administration, International Development, Human Resource Management/Development, or a relevant field, from an accredited university.
Career Level:
Experienced Professional
Experience:
10 Years - 15 Years
Apply Before:
Sep 20, 2021
Posting Date:
Sep 01, 2021

Poverty Eradication Initiative (PEI)

N.G.O./Social Services · 11-50 employees - Peshawar

Poverty is the root cause of every problem in the society, has no doubts worse affects on human life. Traditional gender roles in Pakistan especially in NWFP, which remains indulged in tribal culture, define the woman’s place as in the home and not in the workplace, and define the man as the breadwinner. Consequently, the society invests far less in women than men. Women in NWFP suffer more from poverty of opportunities throughout their lives as compared to other provinces. Economic vulnerability is a key factor in the rise of poverty in Pakistan; vulnerability also arises from social powerlessness, political instability, and ill-functioning institutions. Corruption and political instabilities such as various separatist movements in Baluchistan and Waziristan resulted in reduction of business confidence, deterioration of economic growth, reduced public expenditure, poor delivery of public services, and undermining of the rule of law. The root causes of current unrest in whole country especially FATA and FRS are linked with the absence of the opportunities for youth in all sections of life in general and particular in livelihoods. Active participation of the youth in decision making and development of the area is neglected and never given a chance to decide their fate. This made youth of the area frustrated and restless and compelled them to take part in the unhealthy activities. Poverty and the lack of modern curriculum have proved destabilizing factors for Pakistani society as these causes our youth to be exploited by religious organizations banned by the government to run schools and produce militant literature. Eradication of poverty cannot be brought about by charity, but needs first and foremost empowering the poor, focusing on women, and tapping their tremendous potential. Poverty Eradication Initiative (PEI) is a non-political, non-partisan and non-profit organization working as a facilitator to initiate and sustain women and children oriented developmental p

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