Enumerator

Hand in Hand Afghanistan Organization (HIHAO) is a not-for-profit organization based in Afghanistan. It started operations in 2007. HIHAO is part of the international Hand in Hand (HiH) network of independent organizations, working together towards a shared vision to alleviate poverty through job creation. HIHAO’s vision is an Afghanistan where all citizens have access to qualitative and comprehensive services, where their fundamental rights are met without discrimination of gender or ethnicity.

The project “Organic Growth: Taking Afghanistan’s Certified Saffron Value Chain to Scale” project, funded by DANIDA and is implementing in Herat province from 2021 to 2026. This project aims to scale a certified and climate-resilient saffron value chain that contributes to improved income and job creation. HIHAO will train and mentor Afghan saffron companies and farmers to produce and process saffron that meets both ISO and EU Organic standards. As a result, the project will create or improve 3,200 jobs in the saffron value chain and support seven saffron companies—five of which have already received ISO certification and two EU Organic certifications. The project also seeks to help these certified companies increase their supply to international markets while securing higher price premiums.

Duties & Responsibilities:

The Enumerator will work under supervision of the DANIDA project MEAL Officer and MEAL Manager to conduct data collection for final annual evaluation, and monitoring and lessons learned from the project using the project MEL Plan, and other MEAL-related tools. He will ensure the collection of high-quality, accurate, and complete data using structured questionnaires and digital tools. Enumerators will work closely with the organization MEAL department under the direct supervision of the MEAL Officer.

·        Participate in enumerator training sessions on data collection tools, ethical standards, and use of tablets/mobile devices.

·        Conduct interviews, focus group discussions (FGDs) and surveys with seasonal workers, smallholder farmers, and companies to collect both quantitative and qualitative data.

·        Respect respondents’ privacy, obtain informed consent, and maintain confidentiality at all times.

·        Submit completed data to the supervisor daily and report any field challenges promptly.

·        Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and confidentiality of all collected data.

·        Follow specific data collection procedures and protocols set by the MEAL unit.

·        Strictly follow and implement the project MEL Plan and other developed MEAL tools for this project.

·     Perform any other task by the line supervisor/manager, relevant to the role and organizational needs.

·        Diploma/ bachelor’s degree in social science, economics, statistics, business administration, computer science, or a related field.

·        Minimum of one year of professional experience in MEAL activities, preferably within ISO/ EU certification, or development projects.

·        Knowledge and skills in data collection of qualitative and quantitative data and reporting on output data.

·        Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

·        Proficiency in MS Office ( Excel, Word and PowerPoint)), Kobo Toolbox, and other data collection tools.

·        Ability to use tablets, or data collection applications.

·        Willingness to travel to remote field locations and work under tight timelines and adaptability to work in various and potentially challenging environments.

·        Fluency in Dari, Pashto and English.

Interested applicants should submit their application comprised of a one-page cover letter explaining their interest and suitability for the position along with an updated CV.

The application should send via email to: jobs@handinhand.org.af  please note that applications received after the closing date (Oct 22, 2026) will not be considered.

Only shortlisted candidates whose application meets the above criteria will be contacted for an interview.