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The Afghanistan Social Improvement Organization (ASIO) is a non-governmental and non-profit organization established in 2010. Registered with the Ministry of Commerce under registration number 1579, ASIO operates as a domestic NGO. Committed to compliance with Afghanistan’s government laws, rules, and regulations, ASIO also adheres to donor guidelines and regulations.

ASIO considers itself accountable to the government of Afghanistan, partnering agencies, and the communities it serves. Our mission is to provide developmental and humanitarian services to those in need, regardless of their race, political affiliation, ethnicity, religion, or any other dependency.

Our Objectives:

• Creating a Productive Work Environment: ASIO aims to foster a highly productive work environment and professional relations. We encourage open and honest communication among our employees.
• Employee Growth and Capacity Building: We provide opportunities for growth through in-house trainings, workshops, and exposure to other agencies and organizations. By enriching their capacity and skills, our employees actively contribute to the development of education systems, agricultural productivity, livestock production, vocational training, and construction projects.
• Standard Quality Services: ASIO is dedicated to improving the livelihoods of the needy people in our country. We strive to provide standard quality services that positively impact their lives.

Gender-Inclusive Policies: ASIO has established a set of policies to guide employees in creating a suitable work environment for all genders.

Areas of Expertise: ASIO is renowned for its expertise in implementing livelihood programs, agricultural development, animal husbandry healthcare, skill improvement training for internally displaced persons (IDPs), education projects, and construction initiatives. Our team of experts plays a crucial role in achieving our organizational goals.

Join ASIO and be part of a dynamic team committed to make a difference in the lives of Afghan communities.

Job Summary:

The Agriculture Assistant provides hands-on support in implementing field-level agricultural and livestock activities to improve productivity and livelihoods of smallholder farmers. This role assists in farmer training, field demonstrations, data collection, and monitoring of project interventions at the community level.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Field Implementation Support

• Assist in organizing and conducting farmer training sessions on improved agricultural practices
• Support establishment and monitoring of demonstration plots for new crop varieties/techniques
• Help implement livestock improvement activities (vaccination campaigns, feed demonstrations)
• Distribute and monitor use of agricultural inputs (seeds, tools, fertilizers)

2. Farmer Engagement & Capacity Building

• Mobilize farmers and pastoralists to participate in project activities
• Conduct regular farm visits to provide on-site technical advice
• Assist in forming and strengthening farmer groups and cooperatives
• Translate technical concepts into local languages for better understanding

3. Data Collection & Reporting

• Collect field data on crop performance, livestock health, and adoption rates
• Maintain accurate records of beneficiary participation and input distribution
• Prepare weekly field reports with photographs
• Document success stories and challenges from the field

4. Community Liaison

• Serve as primary contact between project and local communities
• Relay farmer feedback and concerns to supervisors
• Support conflict resolution among beneficiary groups

Education & Experience:

• Diploma in Agriculture, Animal Science, or related field
• Minimum 3-year experience in agricultural extension or rural development
• Field experience with both crops and livestock systems
• Familiarity with climate-smart agriculture approaches

Technical Competencies:

• Understanding of good agricultural practices
• Ability to conduct simple field measurements and observations
• Basic computer skills (Word, Excel for simple reporting)

Essential Attributes:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Fluency in local language(s)
• Physical ability to work in rural farm conditions
• Strong teamwork and learning attitude

Work Environment:

• 90% field-based work in rural communities
• 10% office time for reporting and planning
• Exposure to all weather conditions and farm environments
• Regular interaction with smallholder farmers and pastoralists.

Organizational Responsibilities: 

Notice to Applicants: Please be aware that as part of our commitment to ensuring the highest standards of professional conduct, all candidates applying for a position with our organization will be subject to comprehensive background and reference checks. This is to verify the accuracy of the information provided and assess suitability for the role. In addition, we place a strong emphasis on ethical behavior and integrity in our work environment. As such, adherence to our code of conduct forms an integral part of our annual performance appraisal process. We encourage all prospective applicants to bear this in mind when applying.

Policy Adherence

Adhere to the Code of Conduct, all applicable policies of the ASIO, maintain humanitarian principles and respect international humanitarian law.

Fraud prevention:

Committed to fraud prevention, detection, reporting and fraud risk reduction as per ASIO policies and procedures, donor regulations and local laws.

Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA):

The Afghanistan Social Improvement Organization (ASIO) strictly prohibits any form of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse by its staff towards the individuals they serve. Such actions are in direct violation of the universally recognized norms, values, principles, and standards that form the foundation of our organization. The responsibility of safeguarding against Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) lies with everyone, and all potential candidates must adhere to ASIO’s PSEA Policy without exception. Consequently, candidates under consideration will be subjected to thorough reference and background checks concerning any past incidents of sexual exploitation and abuse. They may also be asked to furnish additional information as part of the selection process. 

Compliance & Ethics:

Promotes and encourages a culture of compliance and ethics throughout and within Afghanistan Social Improvement Organization “ASIO”. As applicable to the position, maintains a clear understanding of within Afghanistan Social Improvement Organization “ASIO” and donor compliance and ethics standards and adheres to those standards.  Conducts tasks with the highest level of integrity. 

Safeguarding:

It is all staff’s shared responsibility and obligation to safeguard and protect populations with whom we work, including adults who may be particularly vulnerable and children. We must ensure that our staff and partners do not engage in any conduct that could harm or exploit these individuals. This includes sexual exploitation and abuse, neglect or abuse of children and adults at risk, and any form of human trafficking.

The interested applicants should submit their Curriculum vitaes (CVs) via (vacancy@asio.org.af) noting the position title & vacancy number in the subject line i.e. “Agriculture Assistant - BGL-0018” Otherwise applications will not be considered. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for the written test and/or interview. If you are not contacted two or three weeks after the closing date, please know that your application has not been eligible for the position. 

Note: Please do not attach a separate cover letter, educational diplomas, or experience letters.

Dear Applicant,

Afghanistan Social Improvement Organization never asks job applicants for a fee, payment, or other monetary transaction. If you are asked for money in connection with this recruitment, please report to Afghanistan Social Improvement Organization “ASIO: at the email address hotline@asio.org.af . 

Please note that:

• ASIO commits to a fair and transparent recruitment procedure.
• ASIO will conduct his recruitment on the base of need only.
• Only HR department will contact you during the recruitment process.
• ASIO has the option to retain your application information in its candidate database and may suggest alternative positions that align with your qualifications, in addition to the one you originally applied for.
• Only short-listed candidates whose application responds to the criteria will be contacted & applicants from the same province are encouraged to apply and will be given priority.

Equal Opportunities:

Afghanistan Social Improvement Organization “ASIO” is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, or status as a veteran

Misconduct Disclosure Scheme

All offers of employment at Afghanistan Social Improvement Organization are subject to satisfactory references and background checks. Afghanistan Social Improvement Organization participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme from the Steering Committee for Humanitarian Response (SCHR). In accordance with this, we will request information from an applicant’s previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.

vacancy@asio.org.af