About: Rural Rehabilitation and Development Program Organization (RRDPO)

The Rural Rehabilitation and Development Program Organization (RRDPO) is a registered nonprofit, non-political, non-governmental organization committed to enhancing the lives of vulnerable communities across Afghanistan. Established in 2014 and registered with the Ministry of Economy, RRDPO works to address urgent humanitarian needs while fostering long-term community development and resilience.

With operational offices in Kabul, Nangarhar, Laghman, Nuristan, and Kunar, RRDPO implements multi-sector programs through its relevant departments of Education, Health, Social Affairs, Rehabilitation, Livelihoods, Food & Nutrition, and Emergency Response. Our staff includes well-qualified male and female professionals committed to quality program implementation and community engagement.

Job Description:

1. Background

The Maternal and Child Benefit Program (MCBP), the Nutrition-Sensitive Livelihoods (NSL) component, aims to enhance the food security, nutrition, and resilience of vulnerable households in selected districts. The NSL component focuses on building the practical and entrepreneurial capacities of targeted beneficiaries so they can engage in income-generating and nutrition-improving activities that contribute to sustainable household wellbeing.

2. Purpose of the Position

The primary purpose of this position is to ensure accurate beneficiary verification and facilitate smooth, transparent, and inclusive distribution of cash and food assistance, while supporting community mobilization and engagement in line with RRDPO’s policies and operational procedures.

3. Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Assist in implementing community mobilization strategies that promote gender equality, inclusive participation, and democratic decision-making in line with RRDPO’s policies.
2. Participate in the design and execution of mobilization plans, ensuring alignment with project timelines and strategic objectives.
3. beneficiary selection and community engagement.
4. Identify target communities and mobilize both male and female groups for awareness, participation, and engagement in project activities.
5. Prepare and deliver training sessions and educational materials for CFAC members, volunteers, and other stakeholders.
6. Ensure effective coordination with government representatives, community leaders, and local institutions to support project implementation.
7. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of community engagement, recommending improvements to increase participation and impact.
8. Support program operations, including field activities, surveys, and beneficiary verification, in compliance with RRDPO’s operational procedures.
9. Verify and authenticate beneficiaries during cash/food distribution, including identity checks, fingerprinting, and collection of National ID copies.
10. Ensure distribution lists are accurately completed, signed by required stakeholders (including donors), and submitted in a clean and timely manner.
11. Digitize beneficiary records, scan and file distribution lists, and maintain proper documentation in line with data protection policies.
12. Ensure smooth and orderly distribution processes, prioritizing vulnerable groups such as elderly people, women, and persons with disabilities.
13. Manage distribution sites, including setup, crowd control, and coordination of logistics and beneficiary flow.
14. Support volunteer recruitment, assessment, and training, contributing to the capacity-building efforts of CFAC members.
15. Uphold RRDPO’s code of conduct, administrative and security protocols, and maintain professionalism in all field interactions.
16. Perform any other duties assigned by the Line Manager, ensuring responsiveness and flexibility to the dynamic field environment.
17. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

1. University Degree in Social Science
2. Candidates must also have a minimum of 2 years of experience in a related field.
3. Computer skills required, particularly Microsoft Office (especially Excel)
4. Able to work in a high-pressure situation 
5. Able to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality work on time
6. High Level of English language Typing.
7. Showing good behavior and character with the community members and beneficiaries
8. Strong communication skills required
9. Ability to use a smartphone
10. Ability to travel to various districts in the respective province
11. Data Collection Tools KOBO, ODK

Languages Skills

12. Pashto: Excellent
13. Dari: Fluent
14. English: Good (an asset)
15. Local Languages of Nuristan: Basic understanding and Communicative level

RRDPO Zero Tolerance Policy

RRDPO is committed to a safe, respectful, and accountable workplace. We enforce a strict Zero Tolerance Policy against all forms of fraud, corruption, PSEA, Child Protection, CP, GBV, and unethical behavior.

Any candidate found involved in such misconduct will be immediately disqualified, and employees who violate these standards will face disciplinary action, including termination. RRDPO maintains full safeguarding, anti-fraud, and protection standards in line with national laws and donor requirements.

All applicants must adhere to RRDPO’s Code of Conduct, Safeguarding Policy, and Accountability Framework.

Note:

Preference Criteria:

Priority should be given to candidates living in the Nuristan Provinces.

Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Submission Guideline:

RRDPO welcomes applications from interested candidates. Please send your updated CV, Cover Letter, and Job Application Form to hr@rrdpo.org by the expiration date. 09/12/2025, the position title and vacancy number in the subject line when sending your application. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the Written Test/interviews.Please find the below Job Application form: RRDPO Job Application Form.pdf