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WDIO Background:

Watan Development and Initiative Organization is a non-governmental, nonprofit, non-political, and independent organization dedicated to empowering and uplifting communities through sustainable development, social justice, and the enhancement of well-being for individuals and families. Since its establishment in 2014, we have tirelessly worked towards poverty alleviation, economic empowerment, education and skill development, health and well-being, gender equality, women's empowerment, agriculture and livestock, and environmental sustainability. Our goal is to improve living conditions, provide quality education and essential skills to individuals, enhance community health and well-being, achieve gender equality, improve agricultural productivity, and promote environmental sustainability.

With a passionate team of over Five Hundred ninety individuals and a strong network of partners and supporters, we strive to bring about positive change by preserving and celebrating cultural diversity and heritage, fostering social cohesion, and promoting cross-cultural understanding and respect. We ensure program effectiveness and accountability through continuous monitoring, evaluation, and data-driven approaches. Our commitment to integrity, sustainability, accountability, innovation, empowerment, advocacy, and respect for diversity guides our efforts as we address pressing challenges such as poverty alleviation, education, healthcare, environmental conservation, women's empowerment, child welfare, and sustainable development.

Our Value:

WDIO is committed to applying a ‘zero tolerance’ policy towards acts of sexual exploitation and abuse by its personnel. In 2003, the United Nations Secretary-General issued a Bulletin on “Special measures for protection from sexual exploitation and sexual abuse” (ST/SGB/2003/13) (“the Bulletin”). To support the system-wide implementation of the zero-tolerance policy, the Director-General has decided to adopt the standards of conduct and provisions on PSEA set by the Bulletin, adjusted as necessary, to be applied by WDIO personnel, as follows.

Job Summary

The Food Security Specialist will work under the direct supervision of the WDIO Program Head/Project Manager. The incumbent is responsible for supporting the coordinating mechanism of Food Security.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Make sure that the project meets its targets, based on the set objectives.
• Support the linkages between WDIO and coordination structures at the provincial level to enhance food security;
• Support appropriate coordination with national authorities at the provincial level, including liaising and working with relevant government counterparts to support or complement existing coordination mechanisms;
• Collate and disseminate information on food security from the provincial level to the WDIO office.
• Support the development and implementation of the project work plan and related food security (assessments, beneficiary selection criteria guidelines, etc.);
• Assist in the training and mentoring of WDIO partners at the provincial level, as per training needs identified by WDIO partners;
• Communicate food security issues effectively within the humanitarian community, government, and the public domain;
• Ensure the emergency food security and livelihoods program is linked with existing and future development programs for better linkages to avoid gaps and maximize impact.
• Participate in and, when requested, assist in organizing WDIO workshops and meetings at the provincial level;
• Contribute to the production of WDIO SF documents (policies, strategies, work plans, advocacy briefs, monthly report);
• Conduct regular field missions to all regions and facilitate conducting meetings;
• Lead the implementation of the project activities at the district and provincial levels, in close collaboration with local stakeholders,
• Oversee and guide the implementation of the WDIO activities according to the policy, strategy, work plan, budget, and other guidelines.
• Provide regular feedback and warnings on conflicts, and assist with conflict resolution.
• Maintain a good network with local stakeholders.
• Develop a detailed work plan for the implementation of the project based on the set milestones.
• Draft weekly and monthly progress reports based on the procedures and reporting templates provided by WDIO, SMT, and submit them to the relevant department at the Kabul office.
• Coordinate with the M&E team to ensure that the project is on track and meets the expectations and project objectives.
• Ensure that each staff member in the field is on his/her duty and that the SF Program is running actively at the Provincial level.
• Understand and follow the WDIOs child protection and safeguarding policy and that awareness-raising on child protection, response, and incident reporting is occurring.
• Identify staff capacity needs and undertake proactive on-the-job training to strengthen their capacity to deliver interventions.
• Any other tasks assigned by the line supervisor

Qualifications and skills required:

• Advanced (Master’s) degree or University (Bachelor’s) degree in development studies, agriculture, agricultural economics, food security, nutrition, or a closely related field;
• At least four (4) years of professional experience in humanitarian and food security assessment, early warning systems, data analysis, and humanitarian response, or other related disciplines, with national and international NGOs.
• Travel – The position will be based in Samangan with frequent travels to other provinces and the districts.
• Excellent capacity development and teamwork skills; cross-cultural and gender sensitivity;
• Respect the confidentiality of the organization;
• Experience in project design, management, and implementation;
• Excellent interpersonal communications and coordination skills, and proven ability to work constructively with a variety of stakeholders to achieve common goals;
• Excellent report writing skills;
• Good computer skills with extensive experience in word processing, spreadsheets, and other software applications;
• Good knowledge of protocol, good judgment, and initiative;
• Good knowledge of corporate information systems.

Safeguarding Responsibilities:

Uphold WDIO’s Safeguarding Policy (https://www.wdio.org/safeguarding-policy) and Safeguarding Code of Conduct.

Must read the Safeguarding Policy and either sign the Safeguarding Code of Conduct that is consistent with or references this policy and the Safeguarding Code of Conduct.

Must read the PSEA and Anti-harassment policies and either sign them

Ensure that all the staff, partners, and vendors selection process adequately implant PSEA, Anti-harassment Safeguarding Policies commitments.

WDIO Behaviors/Core values: Integrity, Honesty, Transparency, Confidentiality, Equity, Accountability, Diligence, Perseverance, and Discipline

Interested applicants could submit their CV and cover letter via the link below:

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Note: Due to the urgency, the position will be processed on rolling basis and the selection might be done before the closing date.

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