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 Community Worker for Disaster Preparedness will be responsible for delivering and implementing project activities that enhance community resilience and preparedness for disasters in the respective project locations. The ideal candidates should have knowledge and experience of community mobilization and community-based disaster risk reduction and disaster preparedness with excellent coordination, mobilization and facilitation skills to effectively engage diverse audiences in the community.

Responsibilities:

• Act as a primary focal point of contact for target communities, building strong, respectful relationships to foster cooperation and ownership.
• Work directly with community members to identify local needs, vulnerabilities, and capacities related to disaster risk reduction, preparedness, and response.
• Support the development of community-level disaster contingency plans, incorporating the setup of community-based early warning systems, evacuation centers, and household-level preparedness and mitigation measures.
• Proactively coordinate with local authorities at the provincial, district, and village levels to ensure alignment, gain support, and facilitate smooth project planning and implementation.
• Implementation of transparent beneficiary and project selection criteria in line with established project guidelines and participatory process.
• Conduct regular community meetings, focus group discussions, and awareness sessions to mobilize participation in project activities.
• Work closely with Field Trainers and other field colleagues to ensure training programs are well-attended, contextualized, and lead to practical action.
• Regular visits to monitor activities, collect relevant data, and provide on-the-ground support to communities and volunteers.
• Regular reporting and monitoring of the overall implementation of project activities.
• Supervise, guide, and motivate local volunteers to effectively carry out their program-related duties and responsibilities.
• Plan, design, and conduct community-level orientations and training sessions on CBDRR for community members, local volunteers, and CBOs.
• Support the Field Trainer in organizing and facilitating larger capacity-building events, ensuring high community turnout and engagement.
• Maintain systematic documentation of all field activities, including meeting minutes, attendance sheets, and photos.
• Prepare and submit timely monthly activity reports and oral updates to the Field Officer as required.
• Strictly follow the organization security policies, procedures and daily instructions of the safety personnel both at main office and field level.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Field Officer, relevant to the achievement of project objectives.

Job Title:                                           Community Worker (DP)

Vacancy Number:                               PBL022/25

Nationality:                                          Afghan 

Department:                                        Program / Operation Sub Department 

Duty station:                                       East – Regional Office based in Nangarhar, Kunar, Nuristan and Laghman provinces with

                                                           travel to districts within the provinces.

Required number:                              Eight (8) couples

Gender:                                              Male / Female  Shariyah Mahram

Contract Type & Length:                    Project based till end of June 2026 (Extendable)

Salary:                                               According to DACAAR Project Based salary scale (Grade PB-E) including food allowance

                                                          & Government Tax.

Opening Date:                                   25/11/2025

Closing Date:                                     06/12/2025

Working Hours

Saturday – Thursday from 7:30 am – 04:00 pm (summer timing), 08:00 am – 04:00 pm (winter timing)

Education: Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, social sciences, education or related field, while female candidates may hold a bachelor’s degree in any field.

Experience: At least 3 years of relevant experience in community mobilization and community engagement.

Other qualifications’ an advantage:  

• Good communication and mobilization skills.
• Ability to work in remote areas.
• Basic understanding of community structures.
• Ability to collect data and prepare field reports.
• Knowledge of local culture, language, and community dynamics.
• Teamwork and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, enabling effective coordination with community members, local leaders, and team colleagues.

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 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.

DACAAR is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all sections of the society. While all applicants will be strictly assessed on their individual merit, qualified women, people with disabilities and members of minority communities are especially encouraged to apply

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