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Full Time 2026-11-18 Male/Female
Job Overview
Location
Paktika
Nationality
National
Category
Nonprofit-Social Services
Employment Type
Full Time
Salary
USD 758
Vacancy Number
CBPF-AFG-26-S-NGO-40190-01
No. of Jobs
1
City
Sar Rawzah, Yusuf Khel and Yahya Khel Districts
Organization
Afghan Women Association for Rehabilitation and Development (AWARD)
Experience
3 Years
Contract Duration
5 Months
Gender
Male/Female
Education
Bachelor
Closing Date
2026-11-18

About Afghan Women Association for Rehabilitation and Development (AWARD)

 (AWARD) is a preeminent non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the welfare and empowerment of Afghan women, youth, persons with disabilities, and other vulnerable groups. Officially registered with the Ministry of Economy in 2005.

AWARD, has cultivated a reputation for excellence through steadfast partnerships with international donors and government agencies, having implemented over 100 impactful projects throughout Afghanistan over the past three decades.

AWARD, is committed to protecting human rights and enhancing the dignity and resilience of Afghanistan's most vulnerable populations, including women, children, persons with disabilities, returnees, and marginalized communities.

AWARD, aims to create sustainable pathways out of poverty, reduce inequality, and build local capacity to withstand future crises. Through its initiatives, AWARD seeks to foster a society that empowers all Afghans to thrive. The organization implements evidence-based programs and comprehensive interventions that encompass healthcare, education, vocational training, and psychosocial support, equipping individuals with the skills and resources necessary to lead secure and self-sufficient lives.

Job Description

Purpose: The Project Officer will lead and coordinate the day-to-day field implementation of the Multipurpose Cash Assistance (MPCA) intervention across the three targeted project districts. The position will be responsible for ensuring effective field-level implementation of project activities in accordance with the approved project proposal, implementation plan, AHF requirements, and AWARD policies and procedures.

The Project Officer will directly supervise Community Mobilizers, facilitate community engagement, oversee beneficiary assessment and registration, coordinate beneficiary verification with the MEAL team, and support the planning and implementation of cash-transfer cycles in coordination with the Project Manager, Finance Department, and selected Financial Service Provider (FSP).

The position will also ensure that accountability to affected populations, protection mainstreaming, safeguarding, and PSEA measures are integrated into field activities. The Project Officer will monitor implementation progress, address field-level challenges, coordinate with local stakeholders, and consolidate program information and supporting documentation for AHF and Cash Working Group (CWG) reporting.

Job Requirements

A. Field Implementation and Activity Coordination

·        Lead and coordinate day-to-day implementation of MPCA activities across the three targeted project districts.

·        Ensure that field activities are implemented according to the approved project work plan, schedule, targets, and implementation guidelines.

·        Coordinate with the Project Manager to translate project plans into practical field-level activities.

·        Prepare field activity schedules and ensure the timely deployment of field teams.

·        Monitor the progress of field activities and identify implementation gaps, delays, and operational challenges.

·        Ensure that field activities are conducted in accordance with humanitarian principles, AHF requirements, and AWARD policies.

·        Provide regular field implementation updates to the Project Manager.

B. Community Mobilizer Supervision

·        Directly supervise and provide technical guidance to Community Mobilizers.

·        Assign daily and weekly responsibilities to Community Mobilizers in line with approved project activities.

·        Monitor staff attendance, performance, field presence, and quality of work.

·        Conduct regular field visits to assess the quality and progress of community-level activities.

·        Provide coaching and on-the-job guidance to improve staff capacity and performance.

·        Ensure that Community Mobilizers comply with AWARD's Code of Conduct, PSEA, safeguarding, and other relevant policies.

·        Report staff performance concerns and operational challenges to the Project Manager.

·        Facilitate regular field team meetings and follow up on agreed action points.

C. Community Engagement and Beneficiary Assessment

·        Facilitate community engagement and consultation with local leaders, community representatives, and other relevant stakeholders.

·        Ensure that communities receive clear and accurate information about project objectives, eligibility criteria, beneficiary selection procedures, and assistance entitlements.

·        Lead and oversee beneficiary assessment activities in accordance with approved vulnerability and eligibility criteria.

·        Ensure that beneficiary identification and registration processes are transparent, impartial, inclusive, and properly documented.

·        Coordinate with Community Mobilizers to conduct household assessments and collect required beneficiary information.

·        Ensure that vulnerable individuals and households have fair access to project assistance.

·        Address community concerns and refer complaints through established accountability mechanisms.

·        Prevent favoritism, discrimination, political interference, and undue influence in beneficiary selection.

D. Beneficiary Registration and Verification

·        Oversee the registration and documentation of eligible beneficiaries across the three targeted districts.

·        Ensure that beneficiary information is accurately collected, recorded, and maintained.

·        Coordinate with the MEAL team to facilitate beneficiary verification and validation.

·        Support cross-checking of beneficiary lists to identify potential duplication, inaccurate information, and eligibility discrepancies.

·        Ensure that beneficiary records are complete before submission for final approval.

·        Follow up on identified errors, missing information, and verification findings.

·        Ensure the secure handling and confidentiality of beneficiary personal information.

·        Maintain proper documentation of beneficiary assessments, registration, verification, and approved beneficiary lists.

E. Cash-Transfer Cycle Preparation and Monitoring

·        Prepare and coordinate field-level arrangements for each MPCA cash-transfer cycle in accordance with the approved project plan.

·        Coordinate with the Project Manager and Finance Department to ensure that beneficiary lists are finalized and approved before payment processing.

·        Facilitate the preparation and submission of accurate beneficiary payment information to the selected FSP.

·        Coordinate with the FSP and relevant field stakeholders regarding payment schedules, distribution locations, and operational arrangements.

·        Monitor cash-transfer activities to ensure that eligible beneficiaries receive their approved assistance safely and on time.

·        Follow up on failed transactions, payment delays, beneficiary identification issues, and other distribution-related challenges.

·        Ensure that payment confirmations, distribution records, attendance sheets, and other supporting documents are properly maintained.

·        Immediately report suspected fraud, unauthorized deductions, diversion, or irregularities to the Project Manager through established reporting channels.

F. FSP and Field Stakeholder Coordination

·        Maintain regular coordination with the selected Financial Service Provider regarding payment arrangements and field implementation requirements.

·        Coordinate with relevant district authorities, community representatives, and local stakeholders to facilitate smooth implementation of field activities.

·        Support the organization of field coordination meetings and consultations.

·        Maintain constructive relationships with community representatives and relevant stakeholders.

·        Follow up on operational and administrative issues affecting field implementation.

·        Coordinate with the Liaison Officer and Project Manager when government-related permissions or administrative support are required.

·        Document important coordination activities, decisions, and follow-up actions.

G. Accountability to Affected Populations and Protection

·        Ensure that accessible and appropriate feedback and complaint mechanisms are available to beneficiaries throughout project implementation.

·        Inform communities about available complaint channels and procedures for submitting feedback.

·        Ensure that complaints and feedback are properly recorded, referred, and followed up through established mechanisms.

·        Promote transparency, dignity, inclusion, and accountability in all beneficiary-related activities.

·        Ensure that field activities consider gender sensitivity, disability inclusion, and the specific protection needs of vulnerable groups.

·        Monitor potential protection risks associated with beneficiary assessment, registration, and cash distributions.

·        Ensure that Community Mobilizers understand and comply with AWARD's Code of Conduct, PSEA, safeguarding, and protection requirements.

·        Immediately refer protection concerns and safeguarding allegations through established confidential reporting and referral mechanisms.

·        Ensure that beneficiaries are not subjected to exploitation, discrimination, harassment, or abuse during project activities.

H. Field Monitoring and Implementation Quality

·        Conduct regular field visits to monitor the implementation and quality of project activities.

·        Monitor progress against approved targets, indicators, and implementation schedules.

·        Identify implementation challenges and propose practical corrective actions to the Project Manager.

·        Coordinate with the MEAL team to facilitate monitoring visits, data collection, and verification exercises.

·        Follow up on findings and recommendations from field monitoring activities.

·        Ensure that beneficiary registration, cash-transfer, and community engagement activities meet required quality standards.

·        Document field observations, achievements, challenges, and lessons learned.

·        Provide timely updates on project progress and implementation risks.

I. Program Documentation and Reporting

·        Consolidate field-level program information and supporting documents for regular project reporting.

·        Prepare and submit weekly and monthly field implementation updates to the Project Manager.

·        Maintain accurate records of community consultations, beneficiary assessments, registration, verification, and cash-transfer activities.

·        Prepare field visit reports, meeting minutes, attendance sheets, activity reports, and other required documentation.

·        Provide relevant information and evidence for AHF and CWG reporting.

·        Coordinate with the MEAL team to ensure that reported achievements are supported by verified data.

·        Ensure that all project documents are properly organized and available for internal reviews, donor monitoring, and audits.

·        Immediately report significant implementation challenges, protection concerns, or operational irregularities.

J. Coordination and Communication

·        Maintain close coordination with the Project Manager, MEAL team, Finance Department, HR Department, Logistics, and other relevant AWARD units.

·        Participate in project coordination meetings and contribute field-level updates and recommendations.

·        Ensure effective communication between field teams and the Kabul Main Office.

·        Coordinate with relevant stakeholders to avoid duplication and support complementary humanitarian activities.

·        Follow up on decisions and action points assigned by the Project Manager.

 

Note: Any further job/activities can be assigned in addition to the above-mentioned job descriptions in case your supervisor or management feels the need of it.

Note: Working with NGO is plus point and Preference is given to the Resident of the Paktika Province and Paktia

Submission Guidelines

Interested candidates are invited to complete the online application form. Please provide all requested information and upload your CV through the following online form.

https://award-af.cloud/jobs/announcement/project-officer-3 

 

Submission Email
https://award-af.cloud/jobs/announcement/project-officer-3

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