Volunteers (Programs, Projects & Operations Support)

Women Activities & Social Service Association (WASSA) was established in 2002 in Afghanistan as a non-governmental organization, committed to seeking ways for women's empowerment in Afghanistan. WASSA aims to promote women's equal participation in socio-economic sectors of the country. WASSA works directly with communities to bring change in the social attitude of the community regarding women.

An envision “Equal participation of women & men in all sectors of the country.

• Equal Opportunities: WASSA is dedicated to offering equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified candidates, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, ethnicity, age, or disability.
• Safeguarding and Conduct: WASSA will contact previous employers to inquire about any history of sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment during the candidate's employment, including incidents under investigation at the time the candidate left. Job offers are conditional on satisfactory reference checks. By applying, candidates confirm they understand and accept these procedures.
• Final Selection: The selected candidate must pass a background check and reference check. They will also be required to sign WASSA's Code of Conduct, PSEA (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse), Safeguarding, and other relevant policies before receiving a final job offer/contract 

1. Background

WASSA invites qualified, experienced, and motivated individuals to contribute voluntarily to its humanitarian and development work. This opportunity is designed for professionals who are passionate about serving communities and supporting humanitarian causes in Afghanistan.

Volunteers will support WASSA’s mission in areas such as:

• Economic Empowerment
• Health & Nutrition
• Livelihoods & Economic Development
• Child Protection & Education
• Emergency & Humanitarian Response
• Organizational Support Functions

2. Purpose of Volunteership

The purpose of this initiative is to:

• Engage skilled individuals in humanitarian action
• Strengthen WASSA’s operational and programmatic capacity
• Promote a culture of volunteerism and social responsibility
• Support delivery of services to vulnerable communities

3. Areas of Engagement

A. Programs / Projects

Volunteers may contribute to:

• Technical support in project implementation
• Assessments, reporting, and documentation
• Training, mentoring, and capacity sharing
• Monitoring & evaluation activities
• Community outreach and engagement

B. Operations

Volunteers may support:

• HR, Administration, and Office Management
• Finance documentation and compliance support
• Logistics & Procurement processes
• ICT and technical troubleshooting
• Coordination and internal systems strengthening

4. Key Responsibilities

Depending on expertise and assignment, volunteers will:

• Provide technical support to teams
• Assist in development of reports, proposals, and tools
• Support field activities, assessments, and coordination
• Share knowledge and mentor staff where applicable
• Contribute to improving systems and processes
• Maintain proper documentation and communication

5. Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

• Hold relevant academic qualifications
• Have prior professional experience in relevant fields
• Demonstrate commitment to humanitarian principles
• Have strong communication and teamwork skills
• Be proficient in English and local languages
• Possess good computer skills

5. Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

• Hold relevant academic qualifications
• Have prior professional experience in relevant fields
• Demonstrate commitment to humanitarian principles
• Have strong communication and teamwork skills
• Be proficient in English and local languages
• Possess good computer skills

6. Selection Process

Volunteers will be selected based on:

• Review of CV and experience
• Interview and/or technical discussion
• Alignment with organizational needs

WASSA will engage volunteers on a case-by-case basis depending on program requirements.

7. Volunteering Conditions

• This is a fully voluntary position (unpaid)
• No compensation, allowances, or benefits are provided
• No coverage for accommodation, transportation, or insurance
• Working schedule will be agreed based on assignment needs
• Volunteers may be engaged for short-term or long-term support

8. Supervision & Reporting

• Volunteers will be assigned a supervisor within the relevant department
• Expected to coordinate regularly and report on assigned tasks
• May be involved in team meetings and organizational activities

9. Professional Conduct

Volunteers are required to:

• Follow WASSA policies, procedures, and Code of Conduct
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism
• Respect diversity, gender equality, and humanitarian principles
• Demonstrate accountability and integrity

10. Relationship with Internship Program

Volunteers are subject to general organizational guidelines similar to interns; however:

• Capacity-building provisions (training focus) do not apply
• Engagement is based on experience and contribution, not learning objectives

11. Termination of Engagement

Volunteership may be discontinued due to:

• Misconduct or violation of organizational policies
• Poor performance or non-commitment
• Breach of confidentiality
• Organizational needs and priorities

12. Application Procedure

Interested candidates should submit:

• CV (highlighting relevant experience)
• Brief motivation statement

Email:
Location: WASSA Main Office, Herat

13. Equal Opportunity

WASSA encourages applications from all qualified individuals regardless of gender, ethnicity, or background. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

• Interested, qualified candidates should submit their information/request through the link (https://airtable.com/appFkSbbYyfgnspsJ/shrAEdbxaGu6LyspD)
• Academic certificates or references do not need to be submitted at this time. These will be requested if an interview is called for.
• Only short-listed candidates will be invited for the written test and interview upon project approval.