DACAAR is a non-governmental, humanitarian organization that supports sustainable development in Afghanistan through promoting the ability of local communities to decide upon and manage their own development process. The organisation employs around 900 staff (National & International). Core thematic areas are Water, Sanitation & Hygiene; Natural Resource Management; Small Scale Enterprise Development; Women’s Economic Opportunities.

DACAAR is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to promoting a diverse workforce. We warmly invite applications from all segments of society. Each candidate will be assessed based solely on their individual merits. We particularly encourage qualified individuals with disabilities to apply.

Position Description:

The GWM (Ground Work Management) Supervisor will provide technical oversight for all minor repair works and nature-based solutions (NBS) identified through community risk mapping. This includes ensuring the quality, safety, and sustainability of small-scale infrastructure such as embankments, drainage systems, protective walls, reforestation/erosion control measures, vulnerable pathways and Cash-for-Work interventions. The role ensures that all physical works are designed and implemented to strengthen community-based disaster preparedness, promote environmental protection, and support risk reduction, thereby minimizing localized environmental degradation and mitigating immediate disaster risks.

Key Responsibilities:

Technical Design & Supervision (40%)

• Conduct technical assessments following community-led risk mapping to identify priority repairs and mitigation works.
• Develop simple engineering designs for minor repairs (e.g., drainage, retaining walls, flood protection embankments).
• Provide technical guidance on nature-based solutions (tree planting, geo-bags, bio-fertilizers, inter-cropping, soil erosion prevention).
• Supervise Cash-for-Work activities ensuring safety standards, quality construction, and environmental safeguards.

Implementation & Monitoring (30%)

• Oversee field-level construction works in collaboration with Field Officers, Community Workers, and trained volunteers.
• Ensure proper use of materials and tools provided under the project (DP toolboxes, geo-bags, seeds, etc.).
• Monitor quality and durability of completed works, reporting technical gaps or risks to the Project Manager.
• Provide on-the-job training to communities and youth groups on maintenance of small-scale infrastructure.

Coordination & Capacity Building (20%)

• Work with ANDMA, PDMC, and local authorities to ensure technical alignment with disaster preparedness standards.
• Train community members on basic engineering skills related to flood protection, erosion control, and water drainage.
• Ensure strong collaboration with the Environmental & Social Safeguard Specialist to integrate environmental safeguards and minimize unintended impacts.
• Coordinate with other partners or NGOs active in WASH/DRR to avoid duplication.

Reporting & Documentation (10%)

• Prepare site supervision reports, including before/after photos, progress updates, and challenges.
• Contribute technical inputs to donor reports through the Project Manager and MEAL Officer.
• Document lessons learned on community-based infrastructure for future replication.

Others

• The GWM (Ground Work Management) Supervisor must strictly comply with the organization's security policies, procedures, and daily directives provided by safety personnel.
• Perform any additional tasks as assigned by the supervisor.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering is required. But master’s degree in civil engineering is preferred.

Experience: The candidate must have a minimum of 5 years of proven experience in construction, infrastructure development, including field-level implementation and supervision.

Other qualifications and advantages:  

• Demonstrated teamwork and management abilities, with a proven capacity to plan, organize, and execute construction activities effectively in accordance with project timelines and quality standards.
• Skilled in technical reporting, effective communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution, ensuring smooth coordination with contractors, communities, and project stakeholders.
• Possesses strong organizational and supervisory skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, monitor work progress, manage resources, and ensure timely and quality delivery of construction activities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, enabling effective coordination within project teams and with local authorities, partners, and beneficiaries.

Languages: Oral and written fluency in (English, Dari, Pashto)

Employment Benefits:

• Good training opportunities to enhance employees’ skills.
• Eid bonus on both Eids (after the completion of three months’ service).
• 36 days of paid annual leave per year.
• 10 days of paid sick leave per year.
• 45 days of paid Hajj leave (after the completion of one-year service).
• 90 days of paid maternity leave for female employees (after the completion of three months’ service).
• 6 days of paid paternity leave for male employees (after the completion of three months’ service).
• Public holidays (According to the approved public holiday’s list).

Procedure for submission of applications:                                                                                      

Interested and qualified candidates should submit an updated DACAAR Job Application Form along with introduction letter and CV online to jobs@dacaar.org or a Hard copy to HR Department in DACAAR main office Kabul.

Important Note:

• Applications without DACAAR’s UPDATED Job Application Form will not be considered.
• Application without Vacancy Number will not be considered.
• UPDATED DACAAR job application form can be obtained from; DACAAR website www.dacaar.org/, ACBAR Website: www.acbar.org/; jobs.af websites, and DACAAR Main Office Kabul.
• Applications submitted as .RAR file or if the size exceeds 2MB, will not be accepted by the system
• Only Short-listed candidates will be contacted and called for the written test/ interview.
• The salary would be paid in AFN according to the actual exchange rate.

DACAAR Commitment to Safeguarding:

DACAAR is dedicated to preventing any form of inappropriate behaviour in the workplace, including sexual harassment, exploitation, abuse, and financial misconduct. We also prioritize the well-being of children, young people, adults, and beneficiaries with whom we interact. All staff members are expected to uphold this commitment as outlined in our code of conduct.

We emphasize the importance of recruiting individuals who align with and exemplify our values.

The person in this role will receive the necessary training and is responsible for understanding and adhering to the organization's safeguarding policies. All job offers will be contingent upon satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which may include criminal background and terrorism finance checks.

DACAAR is also a participant in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In accordance with this Scheme, we will seek information from previous employers of job applicants regarding any findings related to sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment during their tenure, as well as any ongoing investigations at the time of their departure. By submitting an application, candidates acknowledge their understanding of these recruitment processes.

Kabul Office Address:
DACAAR, Main Office, Paikob-e-Naswar, Wazirabad, Kabul, Afghanistan

Postal address: Central P.O. Box 208, Kabul, Afghanistan
Phone: (+93) 0202230752/ (+93) 0202230753
E-mail: jobs@dacaar.org
Web site: www.dacaar.org