Afghanistan Development and Welfare Services Organization (ADWSO), an Afghan Non-Governmental Organization (NGO), has been operating in Afghanistan since December 2008.  ADWSO’s priority sector areas are Child Protection, Capacity Building, Rule of Law, and Women Empowerment.

Community Engagement and Mobilization:

• Engage with community members, leaders, and influencers to raise awareness on protection.
• Mobilize men and boys to actively participate in community-based initiatives aimed at reducing harmful norms, and protecting vulnerable community.
• Organize and facilitate community dialogues, group discussions, and awareness-raising events on issues related to child rights, protection, and community empowerment.
• Collaborate with other community structures such as religious leaders, local councils, and schools to ensure broad community participation in protection programs.

2. Support for Child Protection:

• Work closely with child protection teams to identify vulnerable children at risk of violence, exploitation, or neglect and refer them to appropriate services.
• Facilitate information sharing and service referrals for men, boys, and families to address protection concerns, violation risks, and access to basic services.
• Conduct home visits and meetings to provide direct support and guidance to families, ensuring children’s well-being and the safety of vulnerable community members in the community.

3. Awareness-Raising and Capacity Building:

• Conduct awareness-raising sessions on topics such as child protection, Violation prevention, positive parenting and practices in schools, mosques, and public spaces.
• Support community-led campaigns to change harmful practices such as child marriage, child labor, and violence and promoting behavior change practices with in the community.
• Build the capacity of community members and leaders on key protection issues, ensuring they understand their role in preventing violence and protecting children.

4. Monitoring, Reporting, and Feedback Collection:

• Monitor and document community reactions to protection and gender-based violence interventions, providing feedback to program teams to improve the quality and effectiveness of activities.
• Collect and maintain data on the number of individuals reached through awareness-raising and community mobilization activities.
• Provide regular reports on community mobilization activities, challenges faced, and recommendations for improved community engagement.
• Establish mechanisms to gather community feedback and concerns about services provided by ADWSO and ensure these are addressed in a timely manner.

5. Coordination and Collaboration:

• Collaborate with other field staff, such as social workers, coordinators, and child protection officers, to ensure coordinated and holistic service delivery.
• Develop and maintain relationships with local authorities, service providers, and community leaders to enhance collaboration and create a protective environment for children and other vulnerable community members.
• Support community structures in identifying and responding to child protection cases, including family tracing, reunification, and psychosocial support.

6. Advocacy and Networking:

• Advocate for the rights of children and women in community meetings, encouraging local authorities and community leaders to take action against harmful practices.
• Establish and maintain networks with local organizations, schools, and health providers to create a comprehensive support system for vulnerable families

Qualifications and Experience:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Community Development, or a related field. A diploma with extensive experience in community mobilization can be considered.
• Experience: At least 2-3 years of experience in community mobilization, outreach, or social work in Afghanistan, with a focus on child protection or community development.
• Experience in working directly with communities on behavior change, protection issues.
• Proven ability to engage and mobilize community leaders, local authorities, and families on sensitive topics.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse community members, including men, boys, women, and children.
• Ability to facilitate discussions and lead community-based activities in culturally appropriate ways.
• Good report writing and data collection skills, with the ability to monitor and document community feedback and program outcomes.
• Fluency in Dari and/or Pashto, with good spoken and written English skills.
• Ability to work under challenging conditions, including in remote or insecure areas.

Other Requirements:

• Willingness to travel to project sites and conduct fieldwork in rural areas of Balkh, Badakhshan, Sar-e-Pul, and Takhar.

Please download and fill out the ADWSO Application Form and provide it to the following address by the closing date.

Email: vacancy@adwso.org

Download the ADWSO Application Form from the following link:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZS0bMDzIYboXKMydH0X2Wk1wq0fQUT5o/view?usp=share_link

Note: When you apply via email, please put the vacancy number and title of the position in your email subject line.

Attach your cover letter and CV with the application form and follow the guidelines mentioned in the application form