WDIO Background:

Watan Development and Initiative Organization is a non-governmental, nonprofit, nonpolitical, and independent organization dedicated to empowering and uplifting communities through sustainable development, social justice, and the enhancement of well-being for individuals and families. Since its establishment in 2014, we have tirelessly worked towards poverty alleviation, economic empowerment, education and skill development, health and well-being, gender equality, women's empowerment, agriculture and livestock, and environmental sustainability. Our goal is to improve living conditions, provide quality education and essential skills to individuals, enhance community health and well-being, achieve gender equality, improve agricultural productivity, and promote environmental sustainability.

With a passionate team of over ninety-seven individuals and a strong network of partners and supporters, we strive to bring about positive change by preserving and celebrating cultural diversity and heritage, fostering social cohesion, and promoting cross-cultural understanding and respect. We ensure program effectiveness and accountability through continuous monitoring, evaluation, and data-driven approaches. Our commitment to integrity, sustainability, accountability, innovation, empowerment, advocacy, and respect for diversity guides our efforts as we address pressing challenges such as poverty alleviation, education, healthcare, environmental conservation, women's empowerment, child welfare, and sustainable development.

Through innovative programs, advocacy efforts, and community engagement, Watan Development and Initiative Organization is at the forefront of driving sustainable solutions and empowering individuals to create a better future

WDIO is nationally based in Kabul and maintains field operations through five regional offices, with over ninety-seven staff members, located in Kabul, Bamiyan & Logar (Center-Region), Ghor & Herat (West-Region), Nangarhar, Laghman & Kunar (East-region), Takhar & Badakhshan (North-Region) and Kandahar (South-Region). WDIO maintains the departments of Program, Operation, Human Resources Finance, and Procurement. Each department operates according to the WDIO written policies and procedure manuals updated based on the context of the area where WDIO implementing projects.

WDIO is committed to applying a ‘zero tolerance’ policy towards acts of sexual exploitation and abuse by its personnel. In 2003, the United Nations Secretary-General issued a Bulletin on “Special measures for protection from sexual exploitation and sexual abuse” (ST/SGB/2003/13) (“the Bulletin”). To support the system-wide implementation of the zero-tolerance policy, the Director-General has decided to adopt the standards of conduct and provisions on PSEA set by the Bulletin, adjusted as necessary, to be applied by WDIO personnel, as follows

Job Summary

The HR Assistant is responsible for efficiently managing HR operations. The HR Assistant based in the provincial office works on projects in the provincial Office; he/she will work under the direct supervision of the Sr. HR Officer of the central office/ Provincial Education Coordinator at the field level.

Main duties and responsibilities:

• Oversee the daily HR functions, ensuring smooth and efficient operations. 
• Collect and verify monthly timesheets, prepare payroll, and ensure accurate data entry (e.g., absences and leaves).
• Maintain and update personnel files, including records of leave and contracts
• Submit completed recruitment packages to the Head Office HR team for contract issuance.
• Ensure all staff have valid contracts and up-to-date job descriptions.
• Maintain the HR filing system, ensuring confidentiality and accuracy of employee records.
• Assist in Organizing and facilitating HR-related training sessions for staff to enhance their skills and knowledge.
• Maintain confidentiality of all staff personnel issues including disciplinary procedures
• Deal with employee requests regarding human resources issues rules and regulations
• To implement a staff database for all the headquarters and sub-offices of WDIO,
• Ensuring that all the staff personnel files are up to date in terms of, contracts, timesheets, application forms, and diplomas, and all related documents,
• Assist in the Evaluation of all staff in different projects and their follow-up,
• Checking and following up on the attendance sheet or timesheets every month,
• Ensuring that the staff is respecting WDIO. Internal staff regulation and to apply the staff regulation and to answer all questions coming from the staff about our internal rules,
• Maintain accurate records of all payroll transactions and preparation and keeping update list of project staff.
• To prepare accurate quarterly effort report of all provincial staff to finance on due date,
• Any other task assigned by the supervisor.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, HRM, Management, Educational management & leadership, and any other related field.
• At least 2 years of proven experience in the field.
• Strong communication skills,
• Fluent in English, Pashto, and Dari with excellent speaking and writing skills,
• Proficient computing skills – word processing, spreadsheet design, and presentations.
• Efficiency, result-oriented, and excellent management capabilities,
• Ability of problem-solving and conflict resolution,
• Capacity to perform effectively under pressure and harsh conditions; ability to handle confidential and politically sensitive issues responsibly and maturely,
• Excellent capacity development and teamwork skills, cross-cultural and gender sensitivity,
• Ability to travel throughout the country,
• Respect the confidentiality of the organization,
• Ability to use information technology effectively.

Interested applicants could submit their CV and cover letter via the link below:

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