About Mercy Corps

Mercy Corps is powered by the belief that a better world is possible. To do this, we know our teams do their best work when they are diverse and every team member feels that they belong. We welcome diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skills so that we can be stronger and have long term impact.

Program / Department Summary

Mercy Corps works in places of transition, where conflict, disaster, political upheaval, or economic collapse present opportunities to build more secure, productive, and just communities. We promote sustainable change by supporting community-led and market-driven initiatives, as well as providing emergency relief in times of crisis, moving quickly to help communities recover and build resilience to future shocks. Recognizing both the great potential and the complex challenges faced by Afghanistan, since 1986 Mercy Corps has been implementing a range of development programs and humanitarian assistance tailored to the specific needs of the country and of those communities where we work.

Presently, we work in three provinces, with a portfolio of programs aimed at promoting sustainable agriculture and natural resource-based livelihoods, combating natural resource degradation, expanding access to vocational training, providing access to water and sanitation facilities, promoting hygiene and providing emergency response MCPA and winterization.

Program/ Department Summary

Mercy Corps is seeking a Component Lead to be part of the Senior Management Team of the anticipated USAID Afghanistan Integrated Youth Activity (AIYA) program. This is a $62 million, 5-year program in Afghanistan which, if awarded funding, will be implemented by a consortium, in which Mercy Corps will be a subaward, managing activities under Objective 1: youth complete market-relevant post-secondary education and training opportunities. AIYA aims to empower Afghan youth, particularly girls and young women, by equipping them with market-relevant technical and soft skills within the agricultural value sector and its related value chains. This initiative seeks to enhance income, food security, and economic resilience among participants. The overarching goal is to improve learning outcomes and livelihood opportunities for young women and men.

The Component Leadwill guide the design and implementation of activities under Objective 1: Youth complete market-relevant post-secondary education and training opportunities. S/he will provide leadership and guidance to the program team in implementing market-oriented vocational skills programming. S/he will develop strategic relationships and coordinate with the relevant de-facto government departments. The program, under the leadership of the Component Lead, will apply the Market Systems Development (MSD) approach to skills development, identifying key opportunities for entrepreneurship and employment that are constrained by a shortage of skilled labor and working through partnerships with market actors to improve and increase access to post-secondary learning opportunities.

Ongoing Learning

In support of our belief that learning organizations are more effective, efficient and relevant to the communities we serve, we empower all team members to dedicate 5% of their time to learning activities that further their personal and/or professional growth and development

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Achieving our mission begins with how we build our team and work together. Through our commitment to enriching our organization with people of different origins, beliefs, backgrounds, and ways of thinking, we are better able to leverage the collective power of our teams and solve the world’s most complex challenges. We strive for a culture of trust and respect, where everyone contributes their perspectives and authentic selves, reaches their potential as individuals and teams, and collaborates to do the best work of their lives.

We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a journey, and we are committed to learning, listening and evolving to become more diverse, equitable and inclusive than we are today.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Mercy Corps is an equal opportunity employer that does not tolerate discrimination on any basis. We actively seek out diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and skills so that we can be collectively stronger and have sustained global impact.

We are committed to providing an environment of respect and psychological safety where equal employment opportunities are available to all. We do not engage in or tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability (including HIV/AIDS status), marital status, military veteran status or any other protected group in the locations where we work.

Safeguarding & Ethics

Mercy Corps is committed to ensuring that all individuals we come into contact with through our work, whether team members, community members, program participants or others, are treated with respect and dignity. We are committed to the core principles regarding prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse laid out by the UN Secretary General and IASC and have signed on to the Interagency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. By applying for this role an applicant confirms that they have not previously violated an employer’s sexual misconduct, sexual exploitation and abuse, child safeguarding or trafficking policy. We will not tolerate child abuse, sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment by or of our team members. As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive work environment, team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner, respect local laws and customs, and to adhere to Mercy Corps Code of Conduct Policies and values at all times. Team members are required to complete mandatory Code of Conduct e-learning courses upon hire and on an annual basis. As an applicant, if you witness or experience any form of sexual misconduct during the recruitment process, please report this to Mercy Corps Integrity Hotline (integrityhotline@mercycorps.org).

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and supervise the construction of water supply networks.
• Supervision of Cash for Work activities under the WASH Projects.
• Ensure adherence to project specifications and timelines.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and community stakeholders.
• Conduct regular site inspections and quality control checks.
• Provide technical guidance and support to construction teams.
• Manage and resolve on-site issues and challenges.
• Collaborate with local authorities and communities for effective project execution.

The Site Supervisors will be managed by:

The site supervisor's work will be managed by the WASH Assistant/ Officer. Site Supervisors are responsible for reporting all field activities to the Program team.

The technical site supervisor will work closely with:

The Site supervisors will work closely with WASH assistants, officers, engineers, community leaders, and local authorities to ensure the successful implementation of the project. Effective communication and collaboration are essential for achieving project goals.

Education:

 Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Years of Experience:

Minimum of 2 years of experience in water supply network construction and WASH Cash for Work Projects as site supervisor/Engineer

Qualifications:

Relevant experience in Cash for Work activities in the WASH Project.

Technical understanding of engineering concepts particularly Water Supply related theories

Comprehensive understanding of field activities for the construction of water supply networks

Understanding WASH standards.

Understanding Humanitarian principles and minimum standards

By applying for this position, I attest that I have never violated a sexual misconduct, sexual exploitation and abuse, child safeguarding or human trafficking policy and that I have never been disciplined for violating an employer’s code of conduct.

To apply for this position, please submit your CV and Cover letter, with the vacancy number and position title (MCA111-2024 Application for Sit Supervisor (Casual Workers)) in the subject line, by emailing

 af-vacancieskbl@mercycorps.org.

The deadline for submission is the close of business on 02-July-2024 applications received after the closing date and without a subject line will not be given consideration so, please make sure you put the vacancy number and title on the subject of your email, or your application will be disregarded by the system.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates whose application responds to the above criteria will be contacted for the written test/interview.

Note: Please note that MCA will provide office space and facilities only and is not providing any lodging facilities for its Team Members/Employees in HQ and field offices and it is the employee’s responsibility to arrange the lodgings for themselves if they work in a field office other than their home province.

Ps. Females are highly encouraged to apply for the MCA Open positions.