- Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, Rural Development, Economics, or a related field (or equivalent relevant experience).
- Minimum 3–4 years of experience in community facilitation and/or livelihoods/market-related programming (experience working with farmer groups or local businesses is an advantage).
- Experience working on potato value chain is highly preferred.
- Strong community engagement skills, including ability to work respectfully within local norms.
Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A
Key Working Relationships:
Internal: Senior Project Officer (SME/Livelihoods); Program Manager; Small Infrastructure Engineer (Value Chain); MEAL Officer; Operations/Procurement/Finance teams (as needed for documentation and field logistics).
External: Producer groups/farmers; community leaders and community structures; local traders/aggregators/buyers and service providers engaged in the potato value chain; relevant local authorities as required for coordination.
- Provides day-to-day coordination support to producer groups and works closely with technical staff on field implementation.
Required Languages – Fluency in Dari basic working knowledge of English preferred.
Travel- This position will be based in Bamiyan. Up to 90% of travel to field sites in Bamiyan center and Yakawlang districts is anticipated.
Special Note: CRS is looking for a mahram couple (1 male and 1 female) to work with communities based in Bamiyan. The team must be able to travel and work together on daily basis.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Observation, active listening, and analysis skills with the ability to make sound judgment
- Good relationship management skills and the ability to work closely with local partners and community members
- Strong analytical, facilitation, and coordination skills.
- Attention to detail, accuracy, and timeliness in executing assigned responsibilities
- Proactive, results-oriented, and service-oriented
Agency REDI Competencies (for all CRS Staff):
Agency competencies clarify expected behaviors and attitudes for all staff. When demonstrated, they create an engaging workplace, help staff achieve their best, and help CRS achieve agency goals. 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.
- Personal Accountability – Consistently takes responsibility for one’s own actions.
- Acts with Integrity - Consistently models values aligned with CRS Guiding Principles and mission.
- Builds and Maintains Trust - Shows consistency between words and actions.
- Collaborates with Others – Works effectively in intercultural and diverse teams.
- Open to Learn – Seeks out experiences that may change perspective or provide an opportunity to learn new things.
Agency Leadership Competencies:
- Lead Change – Continually looks for ways to improve the agency through a culture of agility, openness, and innovation.
- Develops and Recognizes Others – Builds the capacity of staff to reach their full potential and enhance team and agency performance.
- Strategic Mindset – Understands role in translating, communicating, and implementing agency strategy and team priorities.
We welcome as a part of our staff people of all faiths and traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need. CRS’ processes and policies reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation. Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.
Disclaimer: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.
CRS' talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.
CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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
