FSL Assistant

We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realize the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.  
We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:
•    No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday 
•    All children learn from a quality basic education and that,
•    Violence against children is no longer tolerated 
We know that great people make a great organization and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children.  We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive workplace where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.
SCI - Afghanistan
 Save the Children has been working in Afghanistan since 1976. Our way of working close to people and on their own terms has enabled us to deliver lasting change to tens of thousands of children in the country. The UN Convention of the Rights of the Child is the basis of our work.
We are helping children get a better education, we make it possible for more boys and girls to attend school, we help children protect themselves and influence their own conditions. We work with families, communities and health workers in homes, clinics and hospitals to promote basic health in order to save lives of children and mothers

Key Responsibilities:
•    Support timely implementation of Food Security and Livelihood (FSL) project activities including agriculture, livestock and income generating interventions at the field level. 
•    Conduct community mobilization, sensitization and engage with beneficiaries and local stakeholders.
•    Support the organization and delivery of training (e.g., agriculture, livestock, income-generating activities). 
•    Assist in needs assessments, , and baseline/endline data collections. 
•    Conduct beneficiary registration, verification, selection and follow up.
•    Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to supervisors. 
•    Assist in the distribution of project inputs (cash, seeds, tools, etc.) ensuring transparency and accountability. 
•    Ensure beneficiaries understand selection criteria, project activities, and entitlements.
•    Coordinate and collaborate with other sectors (e.g., Value Chain, Construction) to ensure integrated programming. 
•    Maintain proper documentation and records of field activities. 
•    Ensure compliance with organizational policies and donor requirements.
•     Monitor canal cleaning activities and be responsible for workers’ attendance management.
•    Record construction materials and share timely reports with the line supervisor.
•    Conduct Kobo surveys and monitor the implementation of Cash for Work (CFW) projects
Creativity:
•    Innovative solutions for problem in field 
Integrity:
•    Honest, obedient, encourages openness and transparency; demonstrates highest levels of integrity.

QUALIFICATIONS:
•    Education:
bachelor’s degree in agriculture, or a related field 
•    A Diploma with relevant experience may also be considered. 
•    Skills and Competencies:
•    Basic knowledge of agriculture, livestock, and livelihood practices 
•    Understanding of food security concepts and community-based projects 
•    Experience in data collection and reporting 
•    Strong interpersonal and community engagement skills 
•    Ability to work with diverse communities and stakeholders 
•    Computer Skills(proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) 
•    Basic data management skills 
•    Languages: 
•    Fluency in local languages (e.g., Pashto/Dari) 
•    good English (written and spoken) 
•    Other Requirements: 
•    Ability to work in the remote area.
•    Teamwork and coordination skills.
•    Flexibility and willingness to work under pressure.
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:
Essential: 
•    Minimum 2-3 years of relevant experience in Food Security, Livelihood, agriculture or CFW programming 
•    Strong expertise in livelihood programming
•    Maturity and confidence in dealing with the staff of government institutions, and communities.
•    Excellent communication (both oral and written) in English and local languages, people skill for conflict resolution and negotiation.
•    Preference will be given to local residence 
Additional job responsibilities:
Play role as project assistant for all FSL related activities, FSL, Construction and Value Chain.
Equal Opportunities 
The role holder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with the SCI Equal Opportunities and Diversity policies and procedures.
Child Safeguarding:
We need to keep children safe so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.
Safeguarding our Staff:
The post holder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with the SCI anti-harassment policy.
Health and Safety
The role holder is required to carry out the duties in accordance with SCI Safety & safeguarding policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS:
•    Education:
bachelor’s degree in agriculture, or a related field 
•    A Diploma with relevant experience may also be considered. 
•    Skills and Competencies:
•    Basic knowledge of agriculture, livestock, and livelihood practices 
•    Understanding of food security concepts and community-based projects 
•    Experience in data collection and reporting 
•    Strong interpersonal and community engagement skills 
•    Ability to work with diverse communities and stakeholders 
•    Computer Skills(proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) 
•    Basic data management skills 
•    Languages: 
•    Fluency in local languages (e.g., Pashto/Dari) 
•    good English (written and spoken) 
•    Other Requirements: 
•    Ability to work in the remote area.
•    Teamwork and coordination skills.
•    Flexibility and willingness to work under pressure.
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:
Essential: 
•    Minimum 2-3 years of relevant experience in Food Security, Livelihood, agriculture or CFW programming 
•    Strong expertise in livelihood programming
•    Maturity and confidence in dealing with the staff of government institutions, and communities.
•    Excellent communication (both oral and written) in English and local languages, people skill for conflict resolution and negotiation.
•    Preference will be given to local residence

Qualified applicants are highly encouraged to apply for the position by filling in the online application form. In addition to the online application form, they can also attach their update CV and cover letter in the online system. Please note that only the applications received through the online portal will be considered for this position.
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