Position Title: PSEA Gender Focal Point / Reporting Officer
2026-03-17        Kabul       Full Time        16
Job Location: Kabul
Nationality: National
Category: Program
Employment Type: Full Time
Salary: Based on ANHDO Salary Scale
Vacancy Number: ANHDO/2026/007
No. Of Jobs: 1
City: Kabul, with frequent travel to provinces
Organization: ANHDO
Years of Experience: At least 2–3 years of experience in safeguarding, gender mainstreaming, or PSEA reporting, preferably with NGOs or development organizations
Contract Duration: 12 Months
Gender: Female
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Gender Studies, Social Sciences, Human Rights, or related field.
Close date: 2026-03-17

About ANHDO:

Afghanistan National Horticulture Development Organization (ANHDO) is a national non-governmental, non-profit and non-political organization registered with the Ministry of Economy and established in April 2009. The development of ANHDO is part of the European Union (EU) and the Ministry of Agriculture, Irrigation and Livestock (MAIL) long term strategy for the development of horticulture sector in Afghanistan. Since then, ANHDO has developed into an important institution for horticulture development by comparing among other skilled and experienced Afghan professional organizations in the horticulture sector. ANHDO is operating in close coordination with the Ministry of Agriculture, Irrigation and Livestock (MAIL) based on separate Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). Hence, ANHDO is a corner stone of the long-term strategy for the development of the horticulture sector in Afghanistan.

ANHDO is currently looking for a PSEA Gender Focal Point / Reporting Officer for its project "Promoting resilient and equitable recovery of agriculture and livelihoods in Afghan communities (PREVALE), Afghanistan”, which is funded by (FCDO).

Job Descriptions:

Position Summary:

The PSEA Gender Focal Point / Reporting Officer will serve as the primary contact for safeguarding, gender equity, and protection from sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA) within the PREVALE Project. The role ensures that staff, partners, and communities are aware of PSEA policies, reporting mechanisms, and gender-sensitive practices. The officer will facilitate confidential reporting, coordinate case referrals, and support integration of gender and safeguarding standards across project activities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Safeguarding & PSEA

  • Act as the primary focal point for PSEA concerns within the project.
  • Raise awareness among staff and communities on safeguarding, gender equity, and reporting mechanisms.
  • Ensure staff are trained on PSEA policies, codes of conduct, and reporting procedures.
  • Establish and maintain confidential reporting channels for staff and community members.
  • Document and report PSEA cases in line with organizational and donor requirements, ensuring confidentiality and survivor-centered approaches.
  • Coordinate referrals to appropriate services and authorities when required.

2. Gender Mainstreaming

  • Support integration of gender-sensitive approaches in HR, recruitment, and project activities.
  • Promote equitable participation of women and men in project interventions.
  • Provide guidance on gender-responsive programming and workplace practices.

3. Reporting & Compliance

  • Prepare regular reports on PSEA and gender-related activities, incidents, and follow-up actions.
  • Monitor compliance with organizational safeguarding standards and donor requirements.
  • Collaborate with project managers, HR, and safeguarding teams to strengthen accountability systems.

4. Capacity Building

  • Organize trainings and awareness sessions for staff, partners, and communities on PSEA and gender equity.
  • Provide technical support to field teams on safeguarding and gender-sensitive practices.
  • Strengthen community-based mechanisms for reporting and protection.

Work Conditions

  • Based at the central office.
  • Standard working hours with flexibility during training, reporting, or emergency response periods.

Values and Ethics

The PSEA Gender Focal Point / Reporting Officer must demonstrate professionalism, confidentiality, integrity, and respect in all aspects of their work. They must comply with the organization’s code of conduct, safeguarding policies, and support an inclusive, respectful, and compliant work environment.

Job Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Gender Studies, Social Sciences, Human Rights, or related field.
  • At least 2–3 years of experience in safeguarding, gender mainstreaming, or PSEA reporting, preferably with NGOs or development organizations.
  • Strong knowledge of PSEA principles, gender equity, and humanitarian safeguarding standards.
  • Excellent communication, facilitation, and reporting skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • Fluency in Dari and/or Pashto; working knowledge of English
Submission Guidelines:

Please submit a CV, a cover letter explaining how your qualifications and experience meet the requirements of the position, the contact information of 3 professional references.

Applications must include all requested documents and be sent to the following address: jobs@anhdo.org.af

Please clearly mention the vacancy number and job title in the subject line (PSEA Gender Focal Point / Reporting Officer /ANHDO/26/007) Application without subject line will not be considered.

Note: Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.

Submission Email:

jobs@anhdo.org.af

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