Farmer Field School (FFS) Facilitator

The Female FFS Facilitators will deliver Farmer Field School training, practical demonstrations and follow-up for women farmers, ensuring that women benefit fully and safely from the project in a culturally appropriate manner. This is a female-only position, in line with the project's Gender Action Plan.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Training delivery

• Facilitate the 11-day/44-hour FFS curriculum for women farmers under the technical guidance of the Agronomist, using participatory, practical and pictorial methods suitable for low literacy.

• Organize sessions in safe, accessible spaces, including home-based or small-group sessions where needed.

• Maintain attendance records and conduct pre/post assessments.

Technical follow-up

• Conduct follow-up visits to women farmers and provide refresher coaching on planting, irrigation, crop management, harvesting and saffron post-harvest processing (flower handling, stigma separation and drying).

Women's participation and accountability

• Support women-only consultations, the collection of women's recommendations and family (mahram) support sessions.

• Share information on entitlements, the grievance mechanism and PSEA reporting channels with women participants.

• Support verification of and distribution to female beneficiaries.

• 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 diploma or bachelor's degree in agriculture or a related field is preferred.

Experience (mandatory)

• Minimum 2 years of experience in agricultural training, extension or community facilitation, preferably with women.

Languages

• Fluency in Dari; Pashto is an advantage.

Desirable

• Residence in Herat, preferably Injil or Guzara district.

• Practical experience in saffron cultivation or processing.

• Experience facilitating training for low-literacy participants.

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