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The Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP), in collaboration with University of Baltistan, Skardu is pleased to announce the START-Bootcamp, Advisory and Pitch Competition of potential business ideas for the students of UOBS for the year 2023.

The programme includes Ideation Bootcamp, Business Advisory Session, and Pitch Deck Competition (to qualify for micro seed financing from the START programme). If you are a young woman or man and want to start or grow your business, take advantage of the opportunity.

Join this FREE OF COST BOOTCAMP and start chasing your dream to become a successful and financially independent entrepreneur.

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Young women and men (18 to 35 years).
  • Currently enrolled at the UOBS (Preference will be given to final year students).
  • Must have a valid CNIC.
  • Young and inspiring entrepreneurs with potential business ideas.
  • Opt to start and continue their future business career.
  • Only viable business ideas (new or existing) will be shortlisted for the programme.
  • Only successful and qualified ideas screened through the Bootcamp will be selected for the business advisory session and Pitch making.

Programme Outline:

  1. a) Pre-Bootcamp Awareness Sessions by UOBS.
  2. b) 01-Day Bootcamp Session (Business Ideation and Pre-Pitch Preparation).
  3. c) 02-Days Business Advisory Session
  4. d) 01-Day Pitch Competition (potential entrepreneurs will pitch their business ideas to an expert panel).
  5. e) Follow-up and mentorship support for selected promising pipeline start-ups/micro-businesses.

How to Apply:

Interested young women and men graduates/ entrepreneurs having creative, innovative ideas and are currently enrolled in University of Baltistan, Skardu can submit the application form via the below online Google form Link:

    https://forms.gle/BgApk982ad3LH4B88

 

Registration Deadline:  15th June 2023 

  Only complete applications will be entertained. Women participants are encouraged to apply.

 

 

                                                                                      Announcement for the Positions

The Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP) is a private, non-profit company established by the Aga Khan Foundation in 1982 to help improve the quality of life of the villagers of Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral.

 

The Aga Khan Rural Support Programme is seeking applications from qualified candidates from Diamer preferably from Darel to fill the following position:

 

Senior Field Education Officer – Darel, Diamer.

 

Requirements: 

 

  • Education: A Master’s degree, preferably in educational leadership, ECD,  teacher education, school improvement, or educational/ECD  evaluation from a reputable and recognized institute.

 

  • Required Experience: A proven record of a minimum of three years (less for exceptional candidates) in education/ECD in primary to secondary education; with knowledge of government sector education and ECD field, preferably in Pakistan.

 

  • Skills:Senior Field Education Officer will have proven leadership and management skills. Knowledge of school improvement processes to increase access and retention, improve teaching and student learning outcomes, and educational leadership while working with a range of stakeholders and knowledge of holistic ECD.  Experience and a strong commitment to community/NGO participation in education, ECD, and innovative approaches. Excellent people management skills.

AKRSP offers a competitive remuneration and a conducive working environment. We are equal opportunity employer. Our recruitment and selection policy and procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding children and adults in accordance with the safeguarding policy. 

By applying for this position, the candidates give their consent for independent professional background check by AKRSP.

 

The CVs may be sent by email: https://gbcjobs.pk/

The CVs must reach no later than June 14, 2023.

The Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP), in collaboration with the University of Chitral (UoC), is pleased to announce the START-Bootcamp, Business Advisory and Pitch Competition of potential business ideas for the graduates of University of Chitral for the year 2023.

The overall objective of the START programme is to promote an entrepreneurial culture and self-employment to empower young men and women with an increasing focus on ideating, developing, and launching emerging/ growing micro-businesses.

The programme includes Ideation Bootcamp, Business Advisory Sessions and Pitch Deck Competition (to qualify for micro seed financing from the START programme). If you are a young woman or man and want to start or grow your business, take advantage of the opportunity.

Join this FREE OF COST BOOTCAMP and start chasing your dream to become a successful and financially independent entrepreneur.

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Young women and men (18 to 35 years).
  • Currently enrolled at the University of Chitral, KPK.
  • Must have valid CNIC and preferably in their final semesters/years.
  • Young and inspiring entrepreneurs with potential business ideas.
  • Opt to start and continue their future business career.
  • Only viable business ideas (new or existing) will be shortlisted for the programme.
  • Only successful and qualified ideas screened through the Bootcamp will be selected for Pitch making.

Programme Outline

  1. a) Pre-Bootcamp Awareness Sessions by the UoC team.
  2. b) 01-Day Bootcamp Session (Business Ideation and Pre-Pitch Preparation).
  3. c) 02-Days-Business Advisory Training on Lean Canvas Model
  4. d) 01-Day Pitch Competition (potential entrepreneurs will pitch their business ideas to an expert panel).
  5. e) Follow-up and mentorship support for selected promising pipeline start-ups/micro-busin’

How to Apply:

Interested young women and men graduates/ entrepreneurs having creative, innovative ideas and are currently enrolled in the University of Chitral can submit the application form via the below online Google form Link:

 

https://forms.gle/BgApk982ad3LH4B88

Registration Deadline:  12th  June 2023                        

 

Only complete applications will be entertained. Women participants are encouraged to apply.

The Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP), in collaboration with Karakorum International University’s Business Incubation Centre, is pleased to announce the START-Bootcamp and Pitch Competition of potential business ideas for the graduates of KIU for the year 2023.

The overall objective of the START programme is to promote an entrepreneurial culture and self-employment to empower young men and women with an increasing focus on ideating, developing, and launching emerging/ growing micro-businesses.

The programme includes Ideation Bootcamp and Pitch Deck Competition (to qualify for micro seed financing from the START programme). If you are a young woman or man and want to start or grow your business, take advantage of the opportunity.

Join this FREE OF COST BOOTCAMP and start chasing your dream to become a successful and financially independent entrepreneur.

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Young women and men (18 to 35 years).
  • Currently enrolled at the Karakoram International University, Gilgit-Baltistan.
  • Must have valid CNIC and supposed to be in the final semesters.
  • Young and inspiring entrepreneurs with potential business ideas.
  • Opt to start and continue their future business career.
  • Only viable business ideas (new or existing) will be shortlisted for the programme.
  • Only successful and qualified ideas screened through the Bootcamp will be selected for Pitch making.

Programme Outline:

  1. a) Pre-Bootcamp Awareness Sessions by BIC, KIU.
  2. b) 01-Day Bootcamp Session (Business Ideation and Pre-Pitch Preparation).
  3. c) 01-Day Pitch Competition (potential entrepreneurs will pitch their business ideas to an expert panel).
  4. d) Qualified Ideas/Winners of seed financing will avail incubation support by BIC.
  5. e) Follow-up and mentorship support for selected promising pipeline start-ups/micro-businesses.

How to Apply:

Interested young women and men graduates/ entrepreneurs having creative, innovative ideas and are currently enrolled in KIU (all campuses and preferably in the last semesters) can submit the application form via the below online Google form Link:

https://forms.gle/BgApk982ad3LH4B88

 

 Only complete applications will be entertained. Women participants are encouraged to apply.

                                                                                      Announcement for the Positions

The Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP) is a private, non-profit company established by the Aga Khan Foundation in 1982 to help improve the quality of life of the villagers of Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral.

 

The Aga Khan Rural Support Programme is seeking applications from qualified candidates to fill the following position:

 

Agriculture & Food Security/Climate Resilient Officer – Regional Programme office Gilgit, Baltistan and Chitral.

 

Requirements: 

  • Education: BSc. (Hons) Agriculture Sciences, Environmental Sciences and Forestry preferably, Horticulture
  • Required Experience: Candidate must have two years (2) of work experience.
  • Skills:Modern Agricultural Practices, Training to Farmers, Climate resilient agricultural practices, Environmental Assessments and Scientific report writing.

AKRSP offers a competitive remuneration and a conducive working environment. We are equal opportunity employer. Women are encouraged to apply. Our recruitment and selection policy and procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding children and adults in accordance with the safeguarding policy. 

By applying for this position, the candidates give their consent for independent professional background check by AKRSP

 

The CVs may be sent by email: https://gbcjobs.pk/

The CVs must reach no later than June 07, 2023.

The Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP), under its BEST4WEER project, is pleased to announce the START Enterprise training and Pre-startup programme for new and existing potential micro-entrepreneurs in the Chitral region for 2023. The programme is open to young women and men from District Upper and Lower Chitral.

 

Eligibility Criteria (WHO CAN JOIN):

  • Young women and men between the age of 18 to 40 years.
  • Young women and men with at least a Matriculation degree.
  • Young and inspiring entrepreneurs with new potential business ideas.
  • Participants who are currently unemployed and opt to continue their career in business.
  • Participants must have CNIC and be domiciled in the Chitral District.
  • Only viable business ideas (existing & new) will be shortlisted for the programme.
  • After completing the 01-day Bootcamp session, only successful or qualified business ideas will be selected for 03-days Enterprise Advisory Training and Pitch making.

 

Training Program Outline:

  • 01-Day Bootcamp Session (Business Ideation and Team-up)
  • 03-Days Enterprise Advisory Training on Lean Canvas Business Model – work in teams to develop/ refine the idea or business, coaching/ facilitation and advice, demo/ pitch making (7 hrs).
  • Pitch Session (At the end of the training, the micro-entrepreneurs will deliver their business pitch presentation to an expert panel).
  • Follow-up and Mentorship support for selected promising pipeline start-ups/micro-enterprises.

 

How to Apply:

Interested young women and men participants/ entrepreneurs having creative, innovative ideas hailing from Lower and Upper Chitral District can submit the application form via online Google form (Recommended) Via Link: https://forms.gle/BgApk982ad3LH4B88

 

The Applicant can also submit the duly completed registration form in hard copy to the following addresses:

AKRSP Regional Programme Office, Near Shahi Masjid Zargarandeh Chitral

AKRSP Area Office Booni, Upper Chitral

Registration Deadline: 5th June 2023

 

Only complete applications will be entertained. Women participants are encouraged to apply.

 

 

         

                                          Allied Health- Technologist Training -2023

          

Background:

The Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP), under its BEST4WEER project, is pleased to announce   Trainee Technologist Training – 2023 in collaboration with the Aga Khan University, Hospital, Karachi for the graduates belonging to Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral.

Program Overview:

The Technologist Training Programme is designed to provide comprehensive training in various disciplines of clinical laboratory services. Under the guidance of experienced professionals, trainees will gain valuable knowledge and hands-on experience in Blood Bank, Clinical Chemistry, Hematology, Histopathology, Microbiology, and Molecular Pathology. The one-year training programme includes classroom lectures and practical training to ensure a deep understanding of these essential areas.

Requirements:

To be eligible for this programme, applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Hold a BSc/BS degree in Medical Lab Technology, Microbiology, Physiology, Biochemistry, Genetics, Clinical Diagnostics, or a relevant discipline. Having an MSc degree will be preferred.
  • Have obtained a minimum of First Division or CGPA of 3.0 in the last two years.
  • Demonstrate willingness to work shift duties, including mornings, evenings, and nights.
  • Possess good interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively independently and in teams.
  • Age between 18-35 year are eligible to apply.
  • Female graduates will be preferred.

 

Stipend and Employment Opportunities:

  • Trainees accepted into the Technologist Training Programme will receive a stipend during the training period. Upon successful completion of the one-year programme and satisfactory performance, trainees will be eligible for full-time positions at any of AKUH laboratories, subject to availability.

Application Process:

Note: The deadline for application is May 23, 2023.

                     Announcement for the Positions

The Aga Khan Rural Support Programme is a private, non-profit company established by the Aga Khan Foundation in 1982 to help improve the quality of life of the villagers of Gilgit -Baltistan, and Chitral.

AKRSP is seeking applications for the following position for District Programme Office, Diamer.

  1. Public Health Officer:

Requirements:

  • Education: Master’s degree preferably in Public Health or Health related field. Candidates having MBBS qualifications would be preferred.
  • Required Experience: Minimum 3 years experience with the private or public sector, donor-funded projects in the areas of health, population, and nutrition. An in-depth knowledge of the issues and challenges within the health sector in GB will be considered an added value.
  • Skills:
    • Good written and oral communication skills in English and Urdu
    • Ability to conduct sessions and meetings.
    • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work through complex situations.
    • Gender sensitivity and willingness to abide by the organization’s safeguarding policy.
  1. Social Mobilizer:

Requirements:

  • Education: Master’s degree preferably in Social or Behavioral Sciences, Public Health, or related fields.
  • Required Experience: Minimum 2 years in community mobilization related to Health and education.
  • Skills:
  • Good communication and presentation skills
  • Self-motivated, believing in transparency, and able to work under pressure.
  • Familiarity with social, cultural, and geographical contexts.

Note: By applying for the above positions, candidates unconditionally give their consent to AKRSP for a background reference check.

Domicile: Resident of District Diamer.

NOTE: AKRSP offers a competitive remuneration package and a conducive working environment. We are an equal opportunity employer. Our recruitment and selection policy and procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding children and adults in accordance with the safeguarding policy. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for the test/interview and AKRSP has the right to reject any application.

The CVs must reach not later than May 21, 2023, on hr_akrsppk@akdn.org.

                     Announcement for the Positions

The Aga Khan Rural Support Programme is a private, non-profit company established by the Aga Khan Foundation in 1982 to help improve the quality of life of the villagers of Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral.

 

The Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP) is seeking a highly qualified candidate to fill the following position:

 

Work and Enterprise Officer- Regional Programme office, Chitral

 

Requirements: 

  • Education: MBA / Master’s Degree in Economics
  • Required Experience: Candidate must have at least one year of work experience in Economic/Market Development or related activities, preferably both in development and the private sector.
  • Knowledge of Entrepreneurship, Value Chain, Business analysis/assessments, Market Development, Youth Development and Women’s Development.

 

  • Skills:
  • Proactive and assertive, Good interpersonal & Communication skills, Excellent PR with market players, Writing & analytical skills, and IT & ICT knowledge
  • Women candidates from the lower Chitral district will be preferred.
  •  CVs may be sent by email: hr_akrsppk@akdn.orgThe last date to submit CVs is 17 May 2023.Submissions mustbe on time to be accepted.Safeguarding:
  • AKRSP offers a competitive remuneration package and a conducive working environment. We are equal-opportunity employers. Our recruitment and selection policy and procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding children and adults in accordance with the safeguarding policy.

 AGA KHAN RURAL SUPPORT PROGRAMME FELLOWSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT

The Aga Khan Rural Support Programme is excited to announce the launch of its prestigious Fellowship Program under the BEST4WEER project, designed to empower talented and ambitious young female graduates from Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral. We are committed to providing an exceptional opportunity for young female graduates from highly reputed national and international educational institutions with degrees in entrepreneurship, management sciences, economics, and data sciences.

Eligibility Criteria:

– Female candidates having 16 years of academic qualification in Entrepreneurship, Management Sciences, Economics, and Data Sciences from well-reputed national and international universities.

– Age must be between 22-26 and have completed graduation in 2022 or later.

– Must have a domicile of Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral.

– Ready to work across AKRSP’s offices in Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral.

– Preference will be given to strong academic performance and a track record of excellence in relevant coursework or research in the abovementioned fields.

– Those who have already worked with AKRSP as a fellow/employee are not eligible.

Fellowship Benefits:

Selected fellows will receive the following benefits:

– Stipend to cover living expenses during the fellowship period.

– Mentorship: Fellows will work with experienced mentors within the organisation.

– Recognition: Upon completing the fellowship, fellows will receive a certificate acknowledging their accomplishments and contributions.

Application Process:

To apply for the Fellowship, please follow the steps below:

– Submit your application/CV on the below-given email id, supported by a statement of purpose (maximum 500 words) outlining your motivation for applying to the fellowship.

– Applications must be submitted by May 16, 2023. Only on-time submissions/incomplete applications will be considered.

We encourage talented and ambitious female graduates of Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral to apply for this exciting fellowship opportunity.

Please contact the HR Department at AKRSP Core Office, Babar Road, Kashrote, Gilgit, for any queries or further information.

Email: hr_akrsppk@akdn.org

Contact Number: 92-5811-452480.

                     Announcement for the Positions

The Aga Khan Rural Support Programme is a private, non-profit company established by the Aga Khan Foundation in 1982 to help improve the quality of life of the villagers of Gilgit Baltistan and Chitral.

AKRSP is seeking applications from candidates for the Driver position for the District Programme Office, Diamer.

Requirements:

  • Education:
  • Required Experience: Minimum five years experience and worked with NGOs, have experience frequently traveling to Islamabad/Rawalpindi.
  • Age: 25-35 years
  • Skills: Have technical skills in minor repair maintenance of vehicle breakdowns and can read and write basic Urdu/English.
  • Valid License: HTV/LTV
  • Domicile: Resident of District Diamer.

NOTE: AKRSP offers a competitive remuneration package and a conducive working environment. We are an equal-opportunity employer. Our recruitment and selection policy and procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding children and adults in accordance with the safeguarding policy. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for the test/interview, and AKRSP has the right to reject any application.

The CVs, along with Matriculation Certificate, Character Certificate, Fitness

                   Invitation for membership: Climate Smart Business Challenge Facility – Technical Review Panel

Aga Khan Foundation invites applications from qualified individuals to join the Technical Review Panel for its new initiative Climate Smart Business Challenge Facility, as members.

 Click Below to download the ToR and the required detail of the initiative.

 ToR Technical Review Panel_Final

Employer-Led Program Training – Digital Skills Training 2023

Under BEST4WEER Project

Background

The Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP) under the BEST4WEER project is pleased to announce free of cost Employer-Led customized training courses in digital skills in partnership with the following renowned IT Tech Companies for youth (women and men) hailing from respective districts of the Gilgit region. The overall objective of these customized training courses is to provide market-driven, employable/self-employable technical and professional “Future of Work” skills in the IT sector for marginalized youth to create a cadre of “Future of Work” champions in their future workplaces, and to promote self-employment/employment & income generating opportunities through freelancing and online earning.

IT Tech Partners:

  1. Grey Matters Gilgit – (Digital Marketing, E-Commerce, Content Writing)
  2. Techcave Pvt. Ltd. Gilgit – (E-Commerce, UI/UX, Bookkeeping)
  3. Pine Technologies Gilgit – (Digital Marketing and Advance Programming)
  4. Cloudlem Gilgit – (Cloud Computing and Advance Programming)
  5. SheDev Gilgit – (Digital Marketing, Social Media Marketing, & Advance Programming)
  6. Dot Austere Gilgit – (Graphics Designing)
  7. Digi Aeon Gilgit – (Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing & Content Writing)
  8. Cloudcore Consultants Gilgit – (Bookkeeping and E-Commerce)
  9. Needs Online Gilgit – (Digital Marketing)
  10. Green Berry Digital Hunza – (Bookkeeping and Graphics Designing)

Training Duration: 02 – 03 Months

Eligibility Criteria:

  1. Young women and men between the ages of 18 to 35 years.
  2. Must have completed an Intermediate or Graduation degree/certificate.
  3. Must have completed at least 03 months of freelancing training certification in the above relevant training fields from any institution.
  4. Candidates must have strong relevant backgrounds and experience.
  5. Candidates who are currently unemployed and opt to continue their career and work in aforementioned companies.
  6. Candidates who are interested and willing to work at various locations with the above-mentioned employers after successful completion of training.
  7. After successful completion of training, only successful or qualified graduates will be offered employment or will be placed for an apprenticeship program (on-the-job training).
  8. Candidates applying for the employer-led program must have CNIC and domicile of respective districts of Gilgit.
  9. Must upload required educational testimonials, CNIC, and training certificates.

Application & Selection Procedures:

Interested young women and men participants can apply online via online Google form:

https://forms.gle/6BMLBztLJjpVMf8XA

Registration Deadline:  1st May 2023 

Note: Only complete application forms and applications received within the due date will be processed.

Note: Candidates who fulfill the above eligibility criteria will be contacted for further screening process.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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