ACBAR

DACAAR is a non-governmental, humanitarian organization that supports sustainable development in Afghanistan through promoting the ability of local communities to decide upon and manage their own development process. The organisation employs around 900 staff (National & International). Core thematic areas are: Water, Sanitation & Hygiene; Natural Resource Management; Small Scale Enterprise Development; Women’s Economic Opportunities.

DACAAR is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to promoting a diverse workforce. We warmly invite applications from all segments of society. Each candidate will be assessed based solely on their individual merits. We particularly encourage qualified individuals with disabilities to apply

Position Description:

The Field Trainer for Disaster Preparedness will be responsible for developing and delivering training programs that enhance community resilience and preparedness for disasters in project locations. The ideal candidates should have knowledge and experience in community-based disaster risk reduction and preparedness with the excellent training facilitation skills to effectively engage diverse community audiences and possess.

Responsibilities:

• Organize and conduct training sessions and workshops for community members local leaders, teachers, and students on disaster risk reduction, preparedness, early warning and emergency response.
• Utilize participatory methods including simulations and mock drill, role-playing, group discussions to ensure effective learning and community ownership.
• Facilitate the development of community disaster management and contingency plan through vulnerability risk and capacity assessment.
• Under the guidance of the Senior Trainer, adapt and contextualize standard training materials (manuals, guides, visual aids) to suit local languages, cultures, and specific hazards.
• Proactively coordinate with local authorities at the provincial, district, and village levels to ensure alignment, gain support, and facilitate smooth project planning and implementation.
• Support the Senior Trainer in testing and providing feedback on new training modules and resources.
• Actively participate in community meetings and forums to raise awareness about disaster preparedness and the importance of preparedness by building strong and respectful relationships with community stakeholders.
• Work closely with other field staff to identify training participants and ensure inclusive representation from all community segments.
• Conduct pre- and post-training assessments of the participants including collecting data on participant attendance, engagement, and feedback.
• Submit regular activity reports to the Field Officer and Senior Trainer, highlighting progress, challenges, and community feedback.
• Coordinate closely with the Senior Trainer for technical guidance and the Field Officer for daily operational and security support.
• Strictly adhere to the organization's security policies, procedures, and instructions from safety personnel.
  • Any other duties assigned by the line manager.

Education: Male candidates must hold a bachelor’s degree in environmental science, Civil Engineering, Social Sciences, or a related field, while female candidates may hold a bachelor’s degree in any field.

Experience: At least three years of relevant experience in training management and community facilitation work is required. Work experience in DP/DRR projects will be preferred.

Other qualifications’ an advantage:  

Strong teamwork and facilitation abilities, with proven capacity to plan, organize, and deliver training and project activities effectively at the field level.

Skilled in report writing, effective communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution, ensuring smooth coordination with communities, partners, and stakeholders.

Demonstrates strong organizational and supervisory skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, monitor training progress, and ensure timely implementation of field activities.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, enabling effective coordination with training participants and team members.

Languages: Oral and written fluency in (English, Dari, Pashto)

Employment Benefits:

• Good training opportunities to enhance employees’ skills.
• Eid bonus on both Eids (after the completion of three months’ service).
• 36 days of paid annual leave per year.
• 10 days of paid sick leave per year.
• 45 days of paid Hajj leave (after the completion of one-year service).
• 90 days of paid maternity leave for female employees (after the completion of three months’ service).
• 6 days of paid paternity leave for male employees (after the completion of three months’ service).
• Public holidays (According to the approved public holiday’s list).

Procedure for submission of applications:                                                                                      

Interested and qualified candidates should submit a DACAAR Job Application Form along with introduction letter and CV online to jobs@dacaar.org or a Hard copy to HR Department in DACAAR main office Kabul.

DACAAR is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all sections of the society. While all applicants will be strictly assessed on their individual merit, qualified women, people with disabilities and members of minority communities are especially encouraged to apply

Important Note:

• Applications without DACAAR’s UPDATED Job Application Form will not be considered.
• Application without Vacancy Number will not be considered.
• UPDATED DACAAR job application form can be obtained from; DACAAR website www.dacaar.org/, ACBAR Website: www.acbar.org/; jobs.af websites, and DACAAR Main Office Kabul.
• Applications submitted as .RAR file or if the size exceeds 2MB, will not be accepted by the system
• Only Short-listed candidates will be contacted and called for the written test/ interview.
• The salary would be paid in AFN according to the actual exchange rate.

DACAAR Commitment to Safeguarding:

DACAAR is dedicated to preventing any form of inappropriate behaviour in the workplace, including sexual harassment, exploitation, abuse, and financial misconduct. We also prioritize the well-being of children, young people, adults, and beneficiaries with whom we interact. All staff members are expected to uphold this commitment as outlined in our code of conduct.

We emphasize the importance of recruiting individuals who align with and exemplify our values.

The person in this role will receive the necessary training and is responsible for understanding and adhering to the organization's safeguarding policies. All job offers will be contingent upon satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which may include criminal background and terrorism finance checks.

DACAAR is also a participant in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In accordance with this Scheme, we will seek information from previous employers of job applicants regarding any findings related to sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment during their tenure, as well as any ongoing investigations at the time of their departure. By submitting an application, candidates acknowledge their understanding of these recruitment processes.

Kabul Office Address:
DACAAR, Main Office, Paikob-e-Naswar, Wazirabad, Kabul, Afghanistan

Postal address: Central P.O. Box 208, Kabul, Afghanistan
Phone: (+93) 0202230752/ (+93) 0202230753
E-mail: jobs@dacaar.org
Web site: www.dacaar.org

jobs@dacaar.org