CALL FOR CVs – LIVELIHOODS OFFICER

Afghanistan Rehabilitation and Educational Program (AREP) was established in 1994 as an independent non-governmental, non-profit organization, AREP's learning experience as a
development organization comes from its working association with communities in different areas of Afghanistan. More importantly, the development and growth of the organization have
been through an evolutionary process, AREP registered with the Ministry of Economy and member of Education international, ACBER, ANCB and DUKE OF EDINBURGH’S (The International
Award for Young People).
AREP is working for women, youths, and children where disability is the top priority among the AREP three targeted groups in three  main  AREP  core  competencies/  technical  expertise, 
a):  EDUCATION  (Formal  and  Informal education, b): CAPACITY BUILDING, Vocational Education Skills Trainings, Awareness Initiatives (Civic Education, Human Rights, Anti-Corruptions,
Access to Justice, Peace Building & Conflict Resolution)  and  other  trainings for aforementioned target groups]  &  c): COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT providing them assistance in multi
cultural program, government and community dialog, peace building and Rehabilitation & Small Infrastructure) throughout Afghanistan.

Important Notice

This Call for CVs is issued for the purpose of identifying and collecting CVs of qualified candidates for a proposed UNDP-funded project. The position is subject to project approval and funding confirmation. Submission of a CV does not constitute an offer of employment or guarantee of recruitment.

Job Purpose

The Livelihoods Officer will support the implementation of livelihood, employment, entrepreneurship, and economic empowerment activities aimed at improving access to sustainable income-generating and employment opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support implementation of livelihood activities in Herat and Farah.
• Conduct and support livelihood needs and opportunity assessments.
• Support identification and selection of eligible beneficiaries according to approved criteria.
• Facilitate livelihood, employment, entrepreneurship, and skills development activities.
• Support beneficiaries in identifying suitable livelihood and employment opportunities.
• Coordinate with training providers, employers, businesses, and other stakeholders.
• Provide follow-up support and mentoring to beneficiaries where required.
• Coordinate closely with the Skills Mapping and Job Matching/MIS Officer.
• Support market linkage activities and connect beneficiaries with relevant market actors.
• Collect and document beneficiary and activity information.
• Monitor livelihood activities and report progress and challenges to the Project Manager.
• Contribute to project reports, success stories, case studies, and lessons learned.
• Ensure activities comply with AREP and UNDP requirements.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Project Manager.

Qualifications and Experience

•               Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, rural development, development studies, social sciences, or related fields.
•              Minimum 5 years of relevant field experience in livelihoods, agriculture, community engagement, and implementation support.
•              Strong knowledge of Herat context is required.
•           Good English and fluency in Dari required.

  Core Competencies

• Community engagement
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Coordination and networking
• Problem-solving
• Teamwork
• Accountability
• Results orientation

Application Instructions

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their updated CV.

Important: This is a Call for CVs for a proposed UNDP-funded project and is intended to identify qualified candidates for potential recruitment. The position is subject to project approval and funding confirmation. Submission of a CV does not constitute an offer of employment or guarantee of recruitment.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted if the project is approved and the recruitment process proceeds.

AREP is committed to equal opportunity, safeguarding, prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA), child safeguarding, gender equality, and a respectful and inclusive working environment.

Application Deadline: Sep 3, 2026

Application Method: n.darwish@arep.org.af

Please clearly mention the Livelihoods Officer in the subject line of your application.