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PIN is a Czech, non-governmental, non-profit organisation 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 programme started in November 2001, providing emergency food distribution in mountainous areas of the central highlands. 20 years later, the programme 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 and 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 (2021-2024) 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 purpose of the Project Assistant role will be to work closely with the Programme Manager and implementation team to support administration and delivery efforts towards achievement of the intended results of the “Integrated Emergency Response for Returnees and Host Communities in Maidan Wardak, Afghanistan” project, in line with the project work plan, proposal, ECHO’s standards and PIN policies, procedures and quality standards. 

1. Assessment and beneficiary selection   

• With the Project Coordinator and Project Officer, engage with local community structures and beneficiary selection committees to initiate and secure community acceptance 
• Under the direction of the Coordinator/PM and in line with beneficiary selection guidance, CHS and other operating procedures undertake house-to-house visits and conduct FGD to identify eligible project beneficiaries 
• Ensure accurate and timely collection of quality data in a transparent and respectful manner, including guaranteeing that data is uploaded at the end of each day’s work and numbers reported to the Project Coordinator.  
• Respect the confidentially of peoples’ personal data and information in line with PIN policies 
• Support the Project Coordinator in communication with selected beneficiaries to ensure they are aware of how to and able to receive their assistance in a safe and timely manner. 

2. Implementation of activities and distributions

• Support the Project Coordinator and Project Officer in the preparation of project distribution sites, observing all security protocols and supporting the clear and accessible messaging of PINs CFRM and protection against sexual exploitation messaging. 
• Under the supervision of the Project Coordinator/PM, play a key role in the distribution of assistance to beneficiaries in line with PIN SOPs and core Humanitarian Standards and maintain protection measures for community members, beneficiaries and staff members, and distribution day protocols.  
• Ensure accurate recording of distribution data and information at the end of each day’s distributions. 
• Raise any challenges or problems with the Team Leader in an appropriate way and in good time. 
• Be able to remain calm under high pressure and resolve beneficiary questions and concerns in a calm and respectful manner  
• Support Project Coordinator and Project Officer in establishing Temporary Learning Spaces and monitoring the catch-up classes.
• Ensure communities are regularly informed about PINs Community Feedback and Response Mechanism, safeguarding and accountability messaging.
• Support the MEAL team in the monitoring visits, verification efforts and advocacy efforts to support accountability to supported persons.

• University Degree, preferably in fields related to the position (education, social work…)
• Minimum 2 years demonstrated experience implementing EIE/WASH/cash projects in Afghanistan; 
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, including listening; 
• Demonstrated patience, enthusiasm and strong interpersonal skills 
• Attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines and work both independently and cooperatively with team members. 
• Adaptability with sound professional judgement and decision-making skills; 
• Ability to work independently; 
• Willingness to take responsibility for assigned responsibilities; 
• Fluent in Dari and Pashto – written and spoken; English preferred
• Proficient in use of Microsoft Excel and Word; 
• Women are particularly encouraged to apply

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 24.July. 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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