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.

The NRM Specialist plays a critical technical role in ensuring that DACAAR’s natural resource management initiatives are effectively aligned with national policies, sectoral strategies, and organizational policies/strategies and goals. This includes ensuring the implementation of sustainable, climate-resilient practices in agriculture, livestock, poultry, and broader land-use systems while maximizing programmatic impact through integration across thematic areas.

Specific Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Ensure alignment of activities with Afghanistan’s national policies on natural resources management, agriculture, sector-specific strategies, SDGs, and climate change.
• Ensure consideration of DACAAR’s overall strategic and programmatic frameworks.
• Provide technical guidance to embed environmental and climate-resilient components in program design and implementation.

• Support the program in strategy and policy development in the NRM sector.
• Design and support the implementation of sustainable, climate-resilient natural resource management initiatives in:

• Agriculture and agroecology
• Livestock and poultry production
• Soil and water conservation

• Assess capacity gaps and recommend targeted training and technical support for relevant staff.
• Support the program in preparing concept notes for NRM-related new projects and contribute to proposals with the grant team as needed.
• Ensure that expenditures match the allocated budgets for NRM activities in proposals.
• Prepare the Yearly Plan of Operation (YPO), plans, budgets, and reports for NRM projects in all regions.
• Manage the efficient and effective operation of NRM activities in close coordination with field staff.
• Analyze technical problems of NRM projects and seek proper solutions to share with agronomists and social organizers.

• In close coordination with the operations team, visit and monitor NRM projects in all regions, reporting progress and shortcomings to the Technical & Coordination Unit Manager.
• Document best practices, case studies, and lessons learned from NRM initiatives.
• Conduct environmental assessments and climate risk screenings for relevant interventions.
• Ensure that all projects comply with environmental safeguard standards.
• Ensure land, water, and ecosystem considerations are included in infrastructure and community planning.
• Cooperate with the TU & C Unit Manager and other departments on relevant issues.

• Represent DACAAR in technical coordination forums and sectoral working group meetings related to NRM and climate adaptation when required.
• The NRM Specialist of this position must strictly follow the organization’s existing security policies, procedures, and daily instructions from safety personnel.
• Perform any other tasks assigned by the supervisor 

Interested and qualified candidates should submit a 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.