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PIN is a Czech, non-governmental, non-profit organization founded on the ideals of humanism, freedom, equality and solidarity. Human dignity and freedom are fundamental values and we believe that people anywhere in the world should have the right to make decisions about their own lives and share the rights expressed in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

People in Need’s Afghanistan country program started in November 2001, providing emergency food distribution in mountainous areas of the central highlands. 20 years later, the program has visibly grown and diversified, but continues to promote PIN’s core values: envisioning a world where people are free to make decisions about their lives; a world where people are not restricted by an un-free society, poverty, lack of education or discrimination. Today, we work along the humanitarian and development spectrum, providing immediate aid supporting the most vulnerable in Afghanistan to find long-term solutions to the challenges they face.

1. Background:

PIN Afghanistan’s three strategic objectives for the current planning period (2021-2022) are (1) Agency driven, transformative, humanitarian assistance; (2) Making markets work for crisis affected and marginalized communities; and, (3) Harnessing decent, productive and inclusive livelihoods. Under the current evolving context, the CP is focusing efforts under strategic priority 1 and in particular supporting people to have (1) enough to eat, (2) a safe and secure living space that supports their health and well-being, (3) the basic items needed to stay safe and warm, and (4) access to education when the normal structures are no longer available to them.

The Hygiene Promoter position will be based in Malistan and Ajiristan districts of Ghazni province and will have regular travels to target communities, where you'll spearhead community engagement initiatives, conduct hygiene education sessions, distribute materials, and monitor impact to enhance public health outcomes. With a focus on behavior change communication and collaboration with local stakeholders, this role requires a 12-class certificate or Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, 2 years of experience, strong communication skills in Dari or Pashto, and a commitment to humanitarian principles. If you're passionate about empowering communities and improving hygiene practices.

Main Responsibilities:

Community Engagement: Build strong relationships with local communities, leaders, and stakeholders to understand their hygiene practices, needs, and challenges.

Hygiene Education: Conduct training sessions, workshops, and awareness sessions and campaigns on various hygiene topics such as handwashing, sanitation, menstrual hygiene management, and safe water practices.

Behavior Change Communication: Develop and implement innovative communication strategies to promote positive hygiene behaviors and encourage community participation.

Material Distribution: Coordinate the distribution of hygiene kits, materials, and supplies to households and community centers, ensuring equitable access for all beneficiaries.

Monitoring and Evaluation: Collect data, conduct KAP surveys, and monitor the impact of hygiene promotion activities on behavior change and public health outcomes.

Reporting: Prepare timely reports, documentation, and case studies to showcase the effectiveness of hygiene promotion interventions and share lessons learned.

 12 class graduated Bachelor’s degree in public health, environmental health, social sciences, or a related

 Minimum of 2 years of experience in community health promotion, hygiene promotion, or related field, preferably in humanitarian or development contexts.

Technical skills:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse communities and cultural sensitivities.
• Excellent training facilitation and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Fluency in Dari or Pashto; proficiency in English is an asset.

Other:

• Commitment: Dedication to humanitarian principles, community empowerment, and improving the well-being of vulnerable populations.
• Flexibility: Willingness to travel to remote or insecure areas within Afghanistan and adapt to challenging working conditions.

Desired:

• The Hygiene Promoter will be based in Ajiristan province and will have travel to communities
• In the case of need Project can ask the hygiene promoters to participate in MPCA assessment and cash distribution.

Please submit CVs and Cover Letter outlining why you are interested in the position and how your
skills and experience match the skills, qualifications, and competencies required for this position.
Applicants who meet the qualifications and requirements for the mentioned position will be
selected on a rolling basis, with the last date for applications being 11.May. 2025, midnight.

Female Candidates are encourged to apply. 

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Safeguarding Policy:

People in Need is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behavior at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity, and financial misconduct, and committed to promoting the welfare of children and adults with whom People in Need engages /is in contact with. People in Need expects all staff to perform job duties and responsibilities in accordance with the People in Need code of conduct and key policies (available at: https://www.peopleinneed.net/key-policies-4142gp). People in Need Staff will undertake the appropriate level of training.

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks.

We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organization and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

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