Job Detail

About Aga Khan Agency for Habitat

An agency of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN).

Job Description

(Overall Purpose Of The Job):

The HR Officer, Learning and Development will lead the Learning and Development (Training) function in HR in close coordination with other HR personnel under the supervisor of HOD - HR. S/he will be responsible for developing, coordinating, and conducting learning and development programs across the organization based on 70, 20, 10 ratios to leverage the current training-delivery capacities in AKAH, A. S/he Ensures the integration of the organization’s Vision, Mission and values throughout new and ongoing learning and development interventions.

(MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS):

The HR Officer, L&D will:

• Identify the training needs through a proper need assessments process
• Analyze training needs to develop new training programs or modify and improve existing programs.
• Plan, develop, and facilitate training programs with the incorporation of diversified learning methods including in-class training, demonstrations, on-the-job training, meetings, conferences, and workshops.
• Identify and provide short-term and long-term courses, technical training and management training to be delivered by accredited training institutions in the region through a range of modalities including E-learning, residential and online training or on-the-job courses
• Organize all necessary documents and procedures for degree programs and scholarships, including travel and visa process in coordination with Administration department
• Conduct post-training assessment for the participants who attended trainings and courses
• Supervise in-house instructors/facilitators, evaluate their performance and the effectiveness of training programs, and provide recommendations for improvement
• Prepare training budgets for programs
• Monitor, evaluate and record training activities and program impact
• Participate and coordinate in conducting different surveys
• Active involvement in timesheet management                                                                         

Under the Performance Management function of HR, The HR Officer, L&D will:

• • Ensure proper staff performance management and career development focusing on achievement of the following results:
  • Support the HOD - HR in an annual appraisal of AKAH, A staff
  • Assist HOD – HR or in fostering of project staff learning and completion of mandatory courses with accordance to the AKAH Learning plan and individual learning plans
  • Ensure facilitation of knowledge building and knowledge sharing in the Project focusing on achievement of the following results:
  • Organization of trainings for the operations staff on HR issues, such as, policies, procedures, performance evaluation and other required soft skills management
  • Synthesis of lessons learnt and best practices in HR
  • Sound contributions to knowledge networks and communities of practice

(MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES):

• Undertake any other duties and assignments, as may be assigned. 

Skills Required

• English Fluency
• Strong Communication skills
• Flexible and can work under pressure.
• computer skills
• team player

Submission Guideline:

Interested applicants meeting the above requirements should submit a cover letter describing your interest and suitability for the position along with your Curriculum Vitae (CV) to

hr.afghanistan@akdn.org

Important Notes:

• Please qoute Vacancy Number as the Subject of the e-mail when applying
• No supporting documents (e.g. diplomas, recommendation letters, identification card(s) etc.) are required at this stage.
• Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for further assessment.
• Salary: According to Aga Khan Agency for Habitat (AKAH)-Salary Scale 

Female candidates are encouraged to apply. Aga Khan Agency for Habitat, Afghanistan recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to equal opportunity, safe guarding of children from abuse and zero tolerance to sexual-harassment.

Your details and information shared on this advertisement shall remain confidential.   

Submission Email:

hr.afghanistan@akdn.org