World Vision International (WVI) began emergency relief operations in Afghanistan in 2001 by addressing the urgent needs of children and families affected by natural disasters and decades of conflict. More than a decade later, World Vision Afghanistan’s (WVA) programs have expanded to development sectors such as health, nutrition, WASH, child protection, and education, empowering women to engage in civil and social change through interfaith partnership.

WVA targets the most vulnerable in its interventions; including children, women, Internally Displace Persons (IDPs), and returnee refugees, as well as the most impoverished and marginalized families. These priorities have been chosen to contribute to our Goal of: “Improved survival and well-being of Afghan girls and boys, building the foundations for a better future for Afghan children and their communities.” 

Our work is well established in Herat, Badghis, Ghor, and Faryab provinces in the western region of Afghanistan. We work closely with all levels of society including children, parents, teachers, village councils, religious leaders, ministries, provincial departments, and other national and international agencies.

The World Vision Afghanistan Office, based in Herat/ Afghanistan is seeking a highly motivated Program Officer to support the Business Development & Management Team BDMT/GAM. In support of and under the general direction and guidance of the Business Development Coordinator, the PO will support the planning funding, implementation, evaluation, and reporting of Multiple Grants. This PO position will support and occasionally lead proposal coordination and design, as well as ensure regular project reporting and donor compliance. It will also include engagement with various SOs and donors.

Grants Acquisition and Proposal Design

• Support and lead the development of concept papers and proposals in coordination with technical specialists, finance, etc.
• Coordinate with SOs and donors for continuous funding for the assigned portfolio
• Monitor funding status for the program to identify possible funding gaps and ensure smooth transitions from one grant to the next.
• Closely collaborate with donors and Support Offices for early positioning for new funding.
• Support the Go No-Go process for new opportunities as per WVI policy
• Collaborate and negotiate with Support Offices and DMT on match needs and other resources (e.g., technical).

Grants Management and Reporting

• Work on monthly, annual, and end-of-project narrative reports, newsletters, situational reports, and other reports as necessary in collaboration with the other departments, including internal and external reports.
• Support, plan, and facilitate grant reporting to meet donors/SOs, and WVI's highest standards.
• Monitor program's progress ensuring goals and objectives are achieved and non-financial grant requirements are adhered to.
• Provide program updates to assigned WV Support Offices and donors
• Support the quarterly Grant Health Tracker
• Support the facilitation of Startup and close-out Grant meetings for the assigned projects

Quality Assurance, Accountability, and Information Management

• Support to streamline program processes to ensure timely and quality preparation of grant proposals, donor reports, and other reporting requirements.
• Ensure alignment with WV’s established external engagement, GAM, partnering steps, and response strategies.
• Incorporation of internal and international humanitarian standards (Sphere, HAP, etc.) into all project designs and implementation.

Partnership & External Relations

1. Develop and maintain strong relationships and information sharing with donors and Support Office representatives.
2. Support donor Engagement including attending meetings and updating the GAM Manager
3. Support the programs team to identify challenges and communicate and ensure timely communication to SOs and the donors

Information Management

1. Support to update and maintain the HORIZON database
2. Support project filing according to Audit requirements

Other Responsibilities

• Represent WV in an appropriate and professional manner
• Contribute to a healthy team spirit and teamwork
• Adhere to WV Child Protection policy and standards and stay committed to WV's vision statement and core values.
• Perform other relevant tasks assigned by the direct supervisor;

• KNOWLEDGE/QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE ROLE

  Required Professional Experience

  Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, International Development, International Relations, Public Administration, or a related field.

  At least 1-2 years experience in Program, Grants Acquisition, Business Development, project management

  Required Education, training, license, registration, and certification

• Experience in large-scale humanitarian emergencies or development programming
• Basic understanding of project design and proposal writing.
• Basic understanding of the workings of major donors, such as BHA, DRA, and UN agencies including UNICEF, OCHA, and WFP.
• Strong capacity-building and facilitation skills
• Ability to complete tasks promptly.
• Ability to pursue thoroughness and appropriate attention to detail.
• Ability to express self clearly in all forms of writing.
• Ability to identify gaps, trends, priorities, and key issues.
• Ability to describe key aspects and issues of relief, development, and advocacy.
• Ability to maintain strong links with major NGOs, donors, and government agencies.
• Ability to respect and relate appropriately to people of other faiths.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships
• Ability to interpret and present information with influence and impact.
• Cross-cultural sensitivity, flexible worldview, emotional maturity, and physical stamina
• Ability to manage work life and work without supervision
• Ability to work in and contribute to team building environment
• Ability to maintain performance expectations in psychologically stressful environments and physical hardship conditions with limited resources

• Preferred Knowledge and Qualifications

  Basic knowledge of budget requirements and regulations of major donors including UN OCHA, UNICEF, WFP, DRA, BHA, DEC, and other donors. Familiarity with humanitarian codes, minimum standards, principles, and practice.

  Language Requirements

  Dari and English

The application closing date is 25- May 2024. Qualified applicants can apply for the position by filling in the online application form in the WV Career portal. applicants can also attach their CVs and cover letters in the online system. Please note that only the applications received through the online portal will be considered for this position.

Applicants can log into the WV online application system by copying and pasting the following link into their web browser

Link-Submission 

https://worldvision.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/WorldVisionInternational/details/Program-Officer_JR32190