Call for CVs (Conditional on Project Award): Field Assistant / Community Mobilizer

About the Company

The Afghanistan Development and Welfare Services Organization (ADWSO) is a national, non-governmental, non-profit organization headquartered in Mazar-i-Sharif, with offices in Kabul and Herat. ADWSO works as an implementing partner of UN agencies and international donors, including UNICEF, UNDP, UNODC, WFP and the European Union, delivering programmes in livelihoods and vocational training, child protection, gender-based violence prevention and response, mental health and psychosocial support, education and community development across Afghanistan.

Important: This recruitment is conducted in advance of the proposal submission. Appointment is strictly contingent upon UNDP's award of the grant to ADWSO. CVs of selected candidates will be submitted to UNDP in UNDP's CV format as part of the proposal; by applying, candidates consent to this.

Job Summary

JOB SUMMARY

The Field Assistants / Community Mobilizers will support community mobilization, beneficiary registration and verification, training, distribution and follow-up in target communities. One male and one female will be recruited, so that women farmers are reached safely through women-to-women engagement.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Community mobilization

• Conduct community orientation sessions on project objectives, selection criteria, entitlements, the grievance mechanism (including AWAZ 410) and PSEA.

• Maintain regular contact with community leaders, shuras and farmer groups.

Beneficiary registration and verification

• Register beneficiaries and conduct household, land and water verification visits using paper or mobile (Kobo) tools.

• Support preparation of signed participation agreements and beneficiary files.

Training and distribution support

• Support FFS logistics, attendance records and pre/post assessments.

• Support safe and transparent input distribution, including beneficiary lists, signed receipts and crowd management.

Follow-up and data collection

• Collect follow-up, production and sales data from farmers.

• Collect feedback and complaints, and refer cases safely.

• The female Mobilizer will lead women-only consultations and women-to-women outreach and support women's safe participation.

• Perform any other relevant duties assigned by the supervisor within the scope of the project.

Education (mandatory)

Minimum higher secondary school certificate (Grade 12); a bachelor's degree in agriculture, development studies or a related field is preferred.

Experience (mandatory)

Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in community mobilization, beneficiary registration, data collection, training support, field support or distribution support.

Good communication skills.

Languages

Fluency in local languages (Dari; Pashto is an advantage).

Basic English is an advantage.

Desirable

Residence in Injil or Guzara district.

Experience with mobile data collection (KoboToolbox/ODK).

COMPETENCIES

Cultural, gender, religious, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability.

Good communication skills, including the ability to write concise and analytical reports in English.

Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Flexibility and responsiveness to changes and unexpected demands.

Ability to work with people from different backgrounds to deliver quality results within short timeframes.

Client-oriented and open to feedback.

Commitment to humanitarian principles, Do No Harm, Leave No One Behind and accountability to affected populations.

SAFEGUARDING AND CODE OF CONDUCT

ADWSO has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment (SEAH), fraud, corruption and any form of child abuse.

The selected candidate will be required to sign and comply with ADWSO's Code of Conduct and PSEA, safeguarding and anti-fraud policies, and to complete mandatory PSEA orientation.

All staff in contact with communities must complete orientation on gender-sensitive facilitation, peaceful masculinities, social cohesion and Do No Harm before engaging with beneficiaries.

Selection is subject to satisfactory reference checks, verification of qualifications and screening in line with UNDP anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing requirements.

Apply only through the online application form: https://ee.kobotoolbox.org/single/ngAc0x85

Each application form is for one position only. To apply for more than one position, submit a separate form for each position.

Complete every section accurately, and upload your updated CV and your highest degree/certificate. Experience letters are recommended.

Applications by email, hard copy or any other channel will not be accepted.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Shortlisted candidates may be asked to sign their CV in UNDP's format and provide copies of their identification documents.

ADWSO does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process.

Qualified female candidates and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Closing date: 21 October 2026, 11:59 PM (Kabul time). Late applications will not be considered.