DCA has been present in Afghanistan since 1988, focusing its interventions to herders and pastoralists communities’ resilience and enabling them to achieve long-term, inclusive and equitable development. DCA is currently implementing several livestock development and humanitarian program in 15 Provinces of Afghanistan. In 2021, we were able to benefit more than 586,000 vulnerable Afghans in building their resilience.

DCA’s mission is to reduce poverty and increase food security for the people of Afghanistan by protecting the livelihoods assets and building resilience. Our livelihoods approach sits at the nexus of humanitarian, development, and peacebuilding, and focuses on building resilience in a conflict-setting. DCA’s community driven approach is built upon four major pillars: food security and livelihoods improvement, extension, value chain development, and institutional capacities. Together, these four fields of activity constitute a powerful mix to drive our mission. Gender equality and one health (the interface between human, animal and environmental health stressing on new pandemics and epidemics such as COV-19) will continue to be our fundamental guiding principles

Project background:

Agriculture and livestock activities directly impact 80% of the rural population and are the main driver of transformation and inclusive growth. However, feed shortage, limited animal health services and market failures have increased the price of imported livestock inputs over 50%, while livestock products including meat decreased by

20%.  Hence, the key challenges remain three-fold: (i) in areas of high poverty, existing resilience measure require strengtheningandtheintroductionofdiversifiedcoping mechanisms for safeguarding livelihoods; (ii) where commercial activity is viable in stimulatingprivatesectordevelopment to create employment and generate income through diversified fragmented value chains and skills development; and (iii) to develop interventions that are inclusive and empower women, rural youth, minorities and the less-able in an environmentally sensitive manner.

Based on the above, the overall objective of the project is to safeguard livelihoods and diversification of food intake by promoting opportunities for private sector development and enhance existing resilience mechanism of rural communities through livestock-focused innovations. The main objectives under this are (i) rural employment and income being safeguarded for local populations; and (ii) improved food security and food production practices. These will be aimed at transitioning rural communities from receiving humanitarian assistance towards self-sufficiency through private sector development for community-based employment and income- generating opportunities as well as economic activities and opportunities for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), with a focus on female-headed MSMEs. The approach also includes the cross-cutting issues of Gender equality and One Health

Project Outcomes:

Outcome  One:  Employment  and  income  generation  safeguarded  for  the  rural  population  in  the  target  provinces:      Safeguarding  economic  activities  for community-based employment, income generation and Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs)

Outcome Two:  Livelihoods  oppor tun ities  enhanced  and  food  intake  diver si f ied:  Enhance food security and enable sustainable food diversification, value addition in an environmentally inclusive manner.

Overview:

The Veterinary Assistant Trainer will be an integral part of the Veterinary Training and Support Center, gaining hands-on experience and knowledge in veterinary training methodologies. This position is designed for individuals aspiring to become full Veterinary Trainers upon successful completion of the period.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist in the development and implementation of training programs for veterinary paraprofessionals. Participate in training sessions, workshops, and seminars, both as a participant and facilitator.

Follow and learn from experienced trainers during theoretical and practical training sessions and observe best practices.

Participate in all theoretical training sessions to master the appropriate didactics for the topics selected and presented by the trainers. Assessment/Evaluation of trainees’ progress to ensure parity and consistency across programs.

Contribute to the development and improvement of curriculum and assessment tools strategies. Accurately follow and apply whatever instructed by the trainers.

Assist senior trainers in designing and development of training materials, including manuals, teaching plans, presentations, tests, assessments and evaluation papers, etc. Engage in ongoing evaluation of training programs and provide innovative feedback for improvement.

Support the onboarding process for veterinary paraprofessionals. Maintain accurate records of training activities and participant progress.

Collaborate with the veterinary training team to ensure alignment between training objectives and clinical practices. Stay updated on the latest veterinary practices and training techniques.

Examine various existing curricula to enhance his knowledge and skills, while also considering potential improvements to the curriculum.

Any other relevant tasks assigned by the senior trainer/trainers

Graduate of the Faculty of Veterinary Science in 2018 up to 2020, holding a certificate.

Minimum of 4-5 years of professional veterinary experience. Proficient in English, Dari and Pashto.

Competent in essential computer skills.

Strong analytical and comprehension abilities.

Familiarity with curriculum development and related educational issues. Demonstrates creativity, initiative, teamwork, and punctuality.

Knowledge, experience and skills in clinical and practical veterinary work. Willingness to travel and perform physically demanding tasks.

Excellent writing skills for organizing and structuring articles and books effectively.

Fluent in English and knowledgeable about contemporary technology and its applications. Exhibits integrity, and confidentiality.

Possibly Proficient in classroom management techniques.

Possibly familiar with modern teaching methods and possesses relevant experience. Skilled in translation and effective communication.

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