About US:

The Social and Development Association (SDA) is a non-governmental organization that has been dedicated to supporting rural communities in Afghanistan for nearly 20 years. Our target groups include women, children, and other vulnerable populations. Social and development Association (SDA) is a non-profit, non-governmental, organization that works to improve education and reduce illiteracy, unemployment, and poverty in Afghanistan. Our programs focus on improving education, health, and economic opportunities while promoting human rights and social justice. Founded in 2006 by a group of committed Afghan and international professionals, SDA arose from the urgent need for education, capacity building, and livelihood opportunities for underserved communities affected by poverty, conflict, and natural disasters. SDA respects human rights and social justice and strives to improve the well-being of children, women, people with disabilities, elderly and marginalized people. SDA also supports their empowerment and self-reliance through various programs that aim to enhance their skills, knowledge, capacities and access to resources. Some of these programs include literacy classes, vocational training, health awareness campaigns, nutrition interventions, income generation activities, microfinance services, community mobilization and advocacy. SDA is honored to provide humanitarian aid in both emergency and development contexts, with the vision of creating a better future for Afghanistan. SDA believes that by investing in human capital and social and development, it can contribute to the peace, stability and prosperity of the country. SDA receives funding from a wide range of donors, including UN agencies, US donors the EU, Animal rights activists and private individuals.

Job Description

The Duties and responsibilities may include but not limited to:

• Collect and collate on-farm data for analysis.
• Code and maintain databases of agricultural information.
• Support the creation of data collection tools and plans.
• Analyze data and draft reports on assessments.
• Track and follow up on training provided to beneficiaries.
• Field and project implementation
• Participate in field activities, such as training, workshops, and community meetings.
• Monitor the application of technical training in the field.
• Provide backstopping and technical support to groups and farmers.
• Support the establishment of producer groups (e.g., for seeds and natural fertilizer).
• Coordinate and monitor project activities and budgets.
• Administrative and coordination
• Assist with administrative tasks like procurement, payments, and logistics.
• Help with meeting preparation, note-taking, and document filing.
• Laise with Communication Dept and Compliance as well.

QUALIFICATIONS   

Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Horticulture, Plant Science, or related fields 3 years of relevant work experience in agricultural extension, farmer training, or field support.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLSEssential

• A good knowledge of agricultural practices
• Good understanding of crop production, pest management, and soil fertility.
• Practical knowledge of irrigation systems and sustainable farming techniques.
• Good communication and community mobilization skills.
• Ability to work outdoors
• Attention to detail
• Problem solving ability
• Ability to work as part of a team

• Spoken and written fluency in English and Local Languages (Pashto, Dari) and computer literacy (MS Office)

Submission Guideline:

Interested and qualified candidates are requested to send their CVs along with Cover letter to hr.sda.ngo@outlook.com

Please ensure to mention the position title and Reference No you are applying for, in the subject line of your E-mail

Incomplete applications or applications received after closing date will not be given consideration.

Country office Address

Wazir Akhbar Khan, House #01, Street #13, Kabul Afghanistan

Submission Email: hr.sda.ngo@outlook.com