Job Description:

The purpose of the Field Assistant role will be to work closely with the Project Manager and field officer to support team and administration delivery efforts towards achievement of the intended results of PIN’s AHF winterization intervention in Ghazni province, in line with the project work plan, proposal, and PIN policies, procedures and quality standards.

Responsibilities and Duties :

The Field Assistant is responsible to support the field officer and project manager to deliver the assigned task of the project through each phase of implementation: project preparation, beneficiary selection, distribution preparation, and project close. Through all of these phases the Field Assistant is required to uphold quality standards in relation to Accountability to Affected Persons, Core Humanitarian Standards, Protection and Safeguarding, and data protection of communities and project beneficiaries.

Project Preparation and development of data collection tools:

Participate in PIN induction and training sessions to inform quality project delivery in line with CHS.

Ensure full understanding of, and ability to communicate, PINs Community Feedback and Response Mechanism, Safeguarding standards and Accountability guidelines.

Ensure full understanding, and ability to follow the Standard Operating Procedures for Beneficiary Selection, Distribution and Communicating with Communities, and Core Humanitarian Standards.

Ensure you are fully clear and aware of all field plans, security protocols.

Ensure all assessment and data collection works are undertaken in the most accurate way to avoid downstream quality issues.

Beneficiary identification and Selection:

Participate in training on beneficiary selection guideline, process and standards.

Ensure ability to use tools and equipment distributed to support beneficiary selection process.

Ensure accurate and timely collection of quality data in a transparent and respectful manner.

Respect the confidentially of peoples’ personal data and information in line with PIN policies.

Distribution of assistance to beneficiaries:

Support the Field officer in communication with selected beneficiaries to ensure they are aware of how to and able to receive their assistance in a safe and timely manner.

Under the supervision of the Project Manager and field officer, play a key role in the distribution of assistance to beneficiaries in line with PIN SOPs, Core Humanitarian Standards and maintain protection measures for community members, beneficiaries and staff members, and distribution day protocols.

Ensure accurate recording of distribution data and information at the end of each day’s distributions.

Raise any challenges or problems with the Project Manager and field officer in an appropriate way and in good time.

Be able to remain calm under high pressure and resolve beneficiary questions and concerns in a calm and respectful manner.

Job Requirements:

Must have a university degree

Minimum 2 years demonstrated experience implementing humanitarian response in the country.

experience of working closely with local communities and various stakeholders in the field

experience of conducting assessments using Kobo and very good attention to detail

experience of working closely with local communities.

understanding and experience of gender and protection mainstreaming

ability and confidence to travel in different parts in the province

Fluent in both Pashto and Dari

Working knowledge of MicroSoft Excel and MicroSoft Word

Desired qualification/experience:

Understanding of humanitarian standard and principles

Experience in cash voucher programming

experience working in ES-NFI projects

Demonstrated in depth understanding of the local context

Submission Guideline:

Please submit CVs and Cover Letter outlining why you are interested in the position and how your

skills and experience match the skills, qualifications, and competencies required for this position.

Applicants who meet the qualifications and requirements for the mentioned position will be

selected on a rolling basis, with the last date for applications being 21.December. 2024, midnight.

Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

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Jab Location: Kabul Maidan Wardak

Safeguarding Policy:

People in Need is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behavior at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity, and financial misconduct, and committed to promoting the welfare of children and adults with whom People in Need engages /is in contact with. People in Need expects all staff to perform job duties and responsibilities in accordance with the People in Need code of conduct and key policies (available at: https://www.peopleinneed.net/key-policies-4142gp). People in Need Staff will undertake the appropriate level of training.

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks.

We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organization and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

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