DACAAR is a non-governmental, humanitarian organization that supports sustainable development in Afghanistan through promoting the ability of local communities to decide upon and manage their own development process. The organisation employs around 900 staff (National & International). Core thematic areas are Water, Sanitation & Hygiene; Natural Resource Management; Small Scale Enterprise Development; Women’s Economic Opportunities.

DACAAR is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to promoting a diverse workforce. We warmly invite applications from all segments of society. Each candidate will be assessed based solely on their individual merits. We particularly encourage qualified individuals with disabilities to apply

Position Description:

The Livelihood Project focuses on enhancing rural livelihoods and resilience among various target groups, including men, women, youth, and persons with disabilities. The position aims to protect and stabilize these livelihoods by maintaining essential agricultural services, promoting income-generating activities, and fostering community engagement. The Livelihood and Resilience Officer will report to the Field Officer and will be responsible for planning, managing, and reporting on agricultural components, collaborating closely with district managers, field officers, and target groups to implement interventions.

Responsibilities:

Specific Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Provide support to the manager for planning and designing agriculture and food security activities (crop and livestock farming, income generating, irrigation, agricultural market development and promotion, etc.).
• Develop monthly and quarterly work and budget plans, including monthly monitoring plans, for agricultural components of the project.
• Participate in baseline surveys and needs assessments to generate appropriate livelihood data in determining community needs and gaps.
• Conduct technical assessments and surveys (agriculture, market, and livelihoods) to design and implement agriculture, including livestock, related activities.
• Facilitate the identification, targeting and selection of agriculture, livestock and income generation target groups for livelihood interventions (inputs, materials and trainings, etc.).
• Work closely with local stakeholders, committees, groups and associations in targeting and selecting beneficiaries for different livelihood activities.
• Plan and organize training and demonstrations on improved farming and income generating activities (crop production, livestock raising and market/business skills) in coordination with field staff, service providers and/or field-level extension agents.
• Deliver group management skills to community-level committees and groups for the management and sustainability of agricultural and income generating groups.
• Develop field-level distribution plans and deliver livelihood inputs and materials, including technical demonstrations, to target groups.
• Conduct regular field-level monitoring visits and provide regular internal reporting using standard tools and formats.
• Take the lead in facilitating linkages between producers (farmers, agricultural and livestock groups, etc.) and market actors (input suppliers, processors, traders, buyers, etc.).
• Conduct capacity needs assessment of field/technical assistants and field mobilizers and design appropriate capacity building interventions.
• Facilitate and conduct on the job training/coaching to field technical assistants and mobilizers.
• Responsible for accountability and transparency in the implementation of approved budgets; ensuring that all expenditures are presented properly and timely.
• Analyse risks and take proactive role in developing and implementing risk mitigation strategies at local level.
• Establish and maintain good relationships and coordination with relevant local authorities in districts and provinces.
• The holder of this position must strictly follow the organization's existing security policies, procedures, and daily instructions of the safety personnel.
• Any other task assigned by the supervisor.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in agriculture is required and a higher degree in agriculture is preferred.

Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years proven experience in implementing livelihood projects, particularly in agricultural development, rural livelihoods, or food security initiatives is required.

Other qualifications’ advantages:  

• Ability to address challenges in field implementation
• Ability to work closely with rural communities to promote sustainable livelihoods.
• Knowledge of sustainable and resilient farming techniques
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective community engagement and report writing.
• Ability in teamwork, Good Interpersonal Skills, Good Organizational Skills

Languages: Oral and written fluency in (English, Dari, Pashto)

Employment Benefits:

• Good training opportunities to enhance employees’ skills.
• Eid bonus on both Eids (after the completion of three months’ service).
• 36 days of paid annual leave per year.
• 10 days of paid sick leave per year.
• 45 days of paid Hajj leave (after the completion of one-year service).
• 90 days of paid maternity leave for female employees (after the completion of three months’ service).
• 6 days of paid paternity leave for male employees (after the completion of three months’ service).
• Public holidays (According to the approved public holiday’s list).

Procedure for submission of applications:                                                                                      

Interested and qualified candidates should submit an updated DACAAR Job Application Form along with introduction letter and CV online to jobs@dacaar.org or a Hard copy to HR Department in DACAAR main office Kabul.

Important Note:

• Applications without DACAAR’s UPDATED Job Application Form will not be considered.
• Application without Vacancy Number will not be considered.
• UPDATED DACAAR job application form can be obtained from; DACAAR website www.dacaar.org/, ACBAR Website: www.acbar.org/; jobs.af websites, and DACAAR Main Office Kabul.
• Applications submitted as .RAR file or if the size exceeds 2MB, will not be accepted by the system
• Only Short-listed candidates will be contacted and called for the written test/ interview.
• The salary would be paid in AFN according to the actual exchange rate.

DACAAR Commitment to Safeguarding:

DACAAR is dedicated to preventing any form of inappropriate behaviour in the workplace, including sexual harassment, exploitation, abuse, and financial misconduct. We also prioritize the well-being of children, young people, adults, and beneficiaries with whom we interact. All staff members are expected to uphold this commitment as outlined in our code of conduct.

We emphasize the importance of recruiting individuals who align with and exemplify our values.

The person in this role will receive the necessary training and is responsible for understanding and adhering to the organization's safeguarding policies. All job offers will be contingent upon satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which may include criminal background and terrorism finance checks.

DACAAR is also a participant in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In accordance with this Scheme, we will seek information from previous employers of job applicants regarding any findings related to sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment during their tenure, as well as any ongoing investigations at the time of their departure. By submitting an application, candidates acknowledge their understanding of these recruitment processes.

Kabul Office Address:
DACAAR, Main Office, Paikob-e-Naswar, Wazirabad, Kabul, Afghanistan

Postal address: Central P.O. Box 208, Kabul, Afghanistan
Phone: (+93) 0202230752/ (+93) 0202230753
E-mail: jobs@dacaar.org
Web site: www.dacaar.org