Scope of Work
Enumerators will be deployed to areas affected by humanitarian crises, and/or other locations where UN Women is implementing its humanitarian and emergency response programmes across all regions of Afghanistan. Due to the nature of natural disasters, Enumerators may be required to navigate difficult terrains, including areas with debris, physical damage, or compromised infrastructure, to reach affected women and girls. Deployment may occur at short notice for periods ranging from one day to several months depending on the needs of
the humanitarian response.
The Enumerators are expected to contribute to the following results:
Women and girls in crisis-affected areas are safely and meaningfully engaged in multi sectoral assessments.
Gender- and age-disaggregated data is collected accurately
Protection and gender-related risks are identified and referred appropriately.
Description of Responsibilities
Under the direct management of the third-party human resource company, and overall oversight of the UN Women Head of Sub-Office in the affected region, the Enumerators are responsible for carrying out one or more of the
following:
Support the collection, verification, and timely submission of data in line with UN Women and inter-agency data protection and confidentiality standards.
Support inter-agency assessments, such as the Multi-Sector Rapid Assessment Form (MSRAF) and/or Rapid
Protection Needs Assessment, as well as other tools via Kobo Toolbox, ensuring gender-responsive, safe, accurate, and timely data collection (Enumerators will be trained on the forms and tools prior to deployment).
Support Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) with women and girls in affected areas to identify needs, protection risks, and barriers to access services and assistance.
Share information with affected communities regarding the Awaaz Afghanistan inter-agency humanitarian toll-free hotline and other accountability mechanisms, make referrals as needed
Perform any other duties within their functional profile as required for the effective functioning of UN Women operations.
All Enumerators are expected to maintain respectful, confidential, and survivor-centered engagement with beneficiaries at all times, and uphold UN Women and UN standards, including:
Zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA)
Respect for confidentiality, dignity, and informed consent
Child safeguarding and protection principles
Do-no-harm and survivor-centered approaches
III. Competencies
Core Values:
Respect for Diversity
Integrity
Professionalism
Core Competencies:
Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues
Accountability
Creative Problem Solving
Effective Communication
Inclusive Collaboration
Stakeholder Engagement
Leading by Example
Please visit this link for more information on UN Women’s Core Values and Competencies:
https://www.unwomen.org/en/about-us/employment/application-process#_Values
IV. Required Qualifications
Education and Certification:
• High school Certificate is an advantage.
Experience:
• 1-3 years of, Previous experience (work or volunteering) in community work, humanitarian response, or data collection is an asset and will be given due consideration in recruitment and selection process
Other requirements:
• Ability to work in dynamic and challenging field environments, including disaster-impacted zones.
• Ability to communicate effectively with women and girls in the local language(s) of the targeted location
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work respectfully with diverse groups
• Demonstrated sensitivity to gender, protection, and cultural norms
• Teamwork and adaptability in dynamic field environments
• Solution oriented mindset
Language
Knowledge of Dari and/or Pashto
Knowledge of English is an asset