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| Field Agent – Herat | |||
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| Country | Afghanistan | Province | Herat, |
| Categories | Agriculture, | Type | Full Time |
| Post Date | 2021-05-06 | Close Date | 2021-05-16 |
| Vacancy No | CRS/HRT/21/037 | Gender | Male |
| No Of Jobs | 1 | Contract Duration | 1 year with possibility of extension |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree in civil or Water related fields of engineering | Experience | Minimum two years relative experience with nationa |
| Organization | Opportunities for you | Salary | As per CRS Salary scale |
About Company
About CRS: CRS began direct operations in Afghanistan in early 2002. CRS maintains four main offices throughout the country: Kabul, Herat, Chaghcharan, and Bamiyan, with sub-offices in all of these provinces as well as Daikundi. The CRS strategic plan for Afghanistan focuses on poverty and risk reduction, human development and emergency response in rural areas in western and central Afghanistan. CRS works to support: People, especially girls and women from marginalized communities, gain basic education Poor rural and peri-urban households to have increased livelihood security Vulnerable communities to survive shocks without long-term negative impact on their livelihoods. CRS has launched a multi-year agriculture and water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) project in March 2021 that will support communities through learning events on improved agriculture practices and the rehabilitation or construction of critical WASH infrastructure for improved access to safe water. Additionally, the project will feature a hygiene promotion component that emphasizes behavior change related to water treatment and storage, as well as household hygiene practices. The WASH project will support communities through participatory approaches to implement small and community driven infrastructure projects that rehabilitate water sources and facilitate access to safe drinking water. CRS is currently looking for a WASH Foreman with the technical experience to supervise and monitor water source rehabilitation and construction projects.
Job Description
- Work closely with WASH Field Officer and Project Officer to professionally identify new water source rehabilitation projects.
- Assist WASH Field Officer during technical surveys, preliminary estimations, and development of preliminary proposals for review by the WASH Engineering team.
- Work proactively with the WASH Engineer and Procurement Unit to identify project materials, collect quotations, arrange for transport of materials, and coordinate with communities to handle tools and construction materials, maintaining a stock book at construction sites.
- Lead in monitoring project to ensure quality implementation of work and make accurate reports to WASH Field Officer.
- Work with local shuras, community leaders and Field Officers to ensure communities understand project responsibilities, agreements, progress and document all communication clearly and promptly.
- Lead on the training of local technicians on water system repairs and maintenance to effectively to ensure successful operation of water points after the close of the project.
- In collaboration with the WASH Field Officer, support monitoring of WASH activities through data collection tool development and maintenance, field data collections, and other MEAL activities as needed.
- Conduct technical and administrative trainings to the Water Management Committees
- Contribute to field reports to CRS and/or external donors.
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with the project team and other CRS colleagues.
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with key stakeholders, including project participants and other community members, government agencies, other NGOs, and service providers.
Job Requirement
- Strong sensitivity and respect for local cultures
- Professional manner in dealing with community members and co-workers.
- Strong listening skills combined with excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
- Possess good interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
- Possess initiative and ability to adapt and cope with pressure and challenges
Qualification:
- Bachelor’s degree in civil or Water related fields of engineering
- Minimum two years relative experience with national or international NGOs
- Preferably having certificate in construction or excellent professional experience in construction
- Knowledge of appropriate engineering and construction norms for Afghanistan
- Ability to work independently and within a team of national and international staff
- Excellent communication skills and good judgment with regards to problem solving
- Good attitude and willingness to always learn
- Literate in Dari some English preferred
- Microsoft office 365 basic knowledge (Outlook 2016, Excel Online, Word Online, Microsoft Teams)
- Microsoft SharePoint online usage and experience
- Microsoft OneDrive usage or any other similar cloud base technology usage experience
- Basic knowledge on understanding the internet security and data privacy (phishing, Spam, Malware, Virus, Content Filtering)
- Understanding of basics on Intranet usage and protocols
Required Languages – Fluent in Dari, working knowledge of English.
– willingness to travel to Adraskan communities at least 4 days a week
Agency-wide Competencies (for all CRS Staff):
These are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results.
- Trusting Relationships
- Professional Growth
- Partnership
- Accountability
Agency-wide Competencies (for all CRS Staff)
These are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results.
Integrity
Continuous Improvement & Innovation
- Builds Relationships
- Develops Talent
- Strategic Mindset
- Accountability & Stewardship
Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.
Protection Acknowledgment: CRS prohibits all forms of abuse and exploitation towards children and vulnerable adults. As a professional candidate, you commit to adhering to the Agency’s policy on protection, rights and dignity of children and vulnerable adults and to safeguard them from abuse and exploitation as defined in CRS’ Safeguarding Policy.
Submission Guideline
Application comprises a one-page cover letter explaining your interest and suitability for the post and your CV.
Interested candidates can submit their application by clicking on this link.
For any more clarification please contact to mobile number: 0797247879
Applications sent to any other address will be rejected
Please note that applications received after the closing date (i.e. 16-May-2021), will be not given consideration. Only short-listed candidates whose applications respond to the above criteria will be contacted for test and interview.
CRS' talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.