CRS began direct operations in Afghanistan in early 2002. CRS maintains four main offices throughout the country: Kabul, Herat, Chaghcharan, and Bamiyan, with sub-offices in of all these provinces as well as Daikundi. The CRS strategic plan for Afghanistan focuses on poverty and risk reduction, human development, and emergency response in rural areas in western and central Afghanistan. CRS works to:
CRS launched a high-profile, multi-sectoral livelihoods and WASH early recovery response in July 2021 that will help households meet immediate needs following the recent drought through food security interventions and water source rehabilitation and development. Additionally, the project will focus on building the capacity and long-term livelihood resilience of participants through training events on simple, low-cost, low-risk, agriculture practices that are proven to yield quick and positive results in a single growing season. Lastly, the early recovery response features a hygiene promotion component that emphasizes behavior change related to water treatment and storage, as well as household hygiene practices. The WASH response will support communities through participatory approaches to implement small and community-driven infrastructure projects that rehabilitate water sources and facilitate access to safe drinking water. CRS is currently looking for a Project Officer (PO) with a project management background, preferably experienced in managing agriculture or WASH projects in the Central Highlands. The PO will be responsible to lead the day-to-day implementation of multiple projects in Ghor Province.
CRS is seeking qualified Field Officer/Team Leader (FOTL) to supervise the Master Trainers working in Ghor province to improve the knowledge and skills of community-based teachers in Ghor Province. The Field Officer/Team Leader will work to improve the quality of community-based education by both providing trainings in teaching methods as per the CRS education program, and by providing in-classroom support to teachers and facilitating opportunities for professional development. The FOTL will also serve as the focal point for teacher training and professional development for the province of Ghor, Diakunidi and Bamyan, directly coordinating with TLMT based in Herat.
Roles and Key Responsibilities
Support to Project Implementation
Support to Project Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL)
Teamwork and Relationships
Develop and maintain positive relationships with the project team and other CRS colleagues
Supervisory Responsibilities: Field Officers
Key Working Relationships:
Internal: Ghor SPO, PO, Ghor Program Manager, MEAL Officer, Ghor Head of Office (HoO), and Technical Advisors (TAs), TLTM Herat, Master Trainer
External: Project Participants, Community Leaders and other Community Members, Government Agencies, and other NGOs
Required Languages – Fluent in Dari - Spoken and Written; Fluent in English- Spoken and Written. Pashto is a plus
Travel - The position will be based in Chaghcharan with frequent travel to target communities
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Preferred Qualifications:
Agency-wide Competencies (for all CRS Staff)
These are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results.
Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.
We welcome as a part of our staff people of all faiths traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need. CRS’ processes and policies reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.
CRS' talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.
EOE/M/F/D/V - CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Protection Acknowledgment: CRS prohibits all forms of abuse and exploitation towards children and vulnerable adults. As a professional candidate, you commit to adhering to the Agency’s policy on the protection, rights, and dignity of children and vulnerable adults and to safeguard them from abuse and exploitation as defined in CRS’ Safeguarding Policy.
Applications comprise a one-page cover letter to explain your interest and suitability for the post and your CV. Please do not attach your education documents and work certificates unless requested.
Dear Applicants!
The process of submitting a CV/Application has been changed to the online system. Therefore, interested candidates are encouraged to apply using the link provided below. Applications sent to any other email address or location will not be considered. Please ensure to rename your application file according to your name entered on the first page of the application forms.
Please note that applications received after the closing date (i.e., December 13th 2022), will not be given consideration. Only short-listed candidates whose applications respond to the above criteria will be contacted for tests and interviews.
In line with CRS policy on gender equity, qualified women whose qualifications meet the requirements of the above-mentioned position are particularly welcome to apply.
Interested candidates can submit their applications by clicking on this link.
CRS began direct operations in Afghanistan in early 2002. CRS maintains four main offices throughout the country: Kabul, Herat, Chaghcharan, and Bamiyan, with sub-offices in of all these provinces as well as Daikundi. The CRS strategic plan for Afgha... Read More
