Field Monitor

BEID Consulting Services (BCS) is an Afghan-owned consulting firm established in 2010 and officially registered with the Ministry of Industry and Commerce of Afghanistan. With more than 15 years of professional experience, BCS delivers high-quality consulting and technical services to United Nations agencies, international and national NGOs, government institutions, and the private sector across all 34 provinces of Afghanistan.

BCS specializes in monitoring, evaluation, research, third-party monitoring (TPM), surveys, data collection and analysis, capacity development, project management, finance and accounting, audit and assurance, tax advisory, translation, and compliance services. Our multidisciplinary team combines local expertise with international standards to provide evidence-based solutions that support informed decision-making and sustainable development.

Committed to quality, integrity, and innovation, BCS has successfully implemented numerous projects in partnership with leading development and humanitarian organizations. Through reliable methodologies, experienced professionals, and nationwide operational capacity, we help our clients achieve measurable results and maximize the impact of their programs.

Today, BCS continues to be a trusted partner in Afghanistan, providing tailored consulting solutions that strengthen organizational performance, enhance accountability, and contribute to sustainable social and economic development. (⁠linkedin.com)

Job Summary:

The Field Monitor supports third-party monitoring of WFP program through field-level monitoring, data collection, assessments, surveys, and reporting. The role contributes to timely, reliable, and high-quality monitoring information in line with approved monitoring requirements and the operational needs of WFP and the TPM Service Provider. 

 Regular Field Monitor: A field monitor employed on a full-time contract, monthly salary with standard working hours, designated working days, and regular attendance requirements.

Standby Field Monitor: A field monitor engaged on an as-needed basis and assigned tasks depending on operational requirements. Payment will be made on a daily basis for the days worked.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Under the direct supervision of the TPM Provincial Coordinator, field monitors will undertake the following duties and responsibilities:
• Conduct activities as assigned in alignment with WFP’s requirements. This includes, but is not limited to, Beneficiary Verifications/Spot-checks, CFAC Verification, Warehouse/CP Stock Monitoring, Activity Implementation Monitoring, Beneficiary SCOPE Registration Monitoring, Food/CBT Distribution Monitoring. Post Distribution Monitoring (PDM), Compliance/CFM Case Verification, Rapid Assessment for Early Warning, NFI Cost Verification for RFS, Market Price Data Collection, Research and Assessment (Ad-hoc), RPME Survey, Pre-project Assessment, FDP Selection Verification, Qualitative Research (FGD), Food Security Situation Data Collection, NFI Distribution Monitoring, CFM Case Verification, Final Project Verification and Handover, School Students Headcount, Food Safety Quality Check, Baking Test/Bakery Inspection Test, WFP Food Availability Assessment in Local Market, etc.
• Before going to field, ensure the review and understanding of the previous monitoring reports, project related documents and other necessary stuffs.
• Upon assignment to monitoring activity, do the necessary coordination with the relevant stakeholders, including but not limited to cooperating partners, community, financial service providers, etc.
• Upon identification/observation of issues that require immediate and real-time reporting, report them to WFP Area Office through TPM service provider internal channels and, if necessary, directly to WFP VAME Focal point.
• Take corrective actions, guide, provide technical support, and advise staff of cooperating partners and other relevant stakeholders while monitoring activities in line with the WFP programme guidelines and SOPs. Document and report the same through relevant reporting channels.
• Ensure that efficiency and effectiveness are considered in the usage of WFP resources, such as transport cost, DSA, mahram cost, computers, telephones, etc.
• Demonstrate professional behavior, treat beneficiaries and all stakeholders with respect and dignity.
• Conduct the assigned missions with integrity, honesty and objectivity.
• Ensure adherence to data protection principles while handling beneficiaries and other WFP-related data.
• Provide photographic evidence of the activities cited above while visiting. 
• Submit periodic field monitoring reports (process monitoring checklists, PDM forms, assessment forms, etc…) through WFP’s corporate tool e.g., MODA, KOBO and ONA in line with the WFP monitoring and reporting procedures and guidelines.
• Undertake any other activities related to WFP TPM interventions as and when requested. 

Education:

·       Bachelor’s degree in economics, Sociology, Agriculture, Civil Engineering, Public Health, Development/Humanitarian studies or relevant area.  

WFP activities are technical and therefore require Field Monitors with relevant professional backgrounds to ensure effective monitoring. For monitoring TSFP and MCBP activities, WFP requires Field Monitors with medical backgrounds, such as medical doctors or midwives. For monitoring RFS, and SSVC  activities, WFP requires Field Monitors with backgrounds in civil engineering or agriculture.

Experience

·       At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in monitoring and data collection.

Submission Guideline:

Interested candidates who meet the above qualifications are invited to submit their CV along with a Cover Letter in a single combined PDF file. Applications should be submitted no later than October 31, 2026 on following given link .

http://hrmis.beidconsulting.com/Applicant/Apply/BEID_93868907

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for written tests and/or interviews. Applications received after the closing date or those that do not meet the minimum requirements may not be considered.

Note: We will recruit two types of Field Monitors under the same job announcement and with the same job responsibilities. Candidates who achieve higher scores in the written test and interview will be offered regular positions, while candidates with lower scores may be offered standby or on-call positions. 

Female Field Monitor will be required to have a Mahram/companion who will accompany her during field assignments. The Mahram/companion will be paid as per BCS payment standards.

Equal Opportunity and Diversity

BEID is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and transparency throughout the recruitment process. We welcome applications from qualified candidates regardless of ethnicity, religion, age, or other protected characteristics. Qualified female candidates are highly encourage to apply.

Recruitment Transparency

BEID maintains a fair, merit-based, and transparent recruitment process. Selection decisions are based solely on the qualifications, experience, competencies, and suitability of candidates for the position. BEID has a zero-tolerance policy toward fraud, corruption, and any form of recruitment negligence.