Field Assistant / Community Mobilizer

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.

https://ee.kobotoolbox.org/single/ngAc0x85