Position Title: MSME Focal Point (Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprise)
2025-06-11        Badghis, Farah       Full Time        48
Job Location: Badghis, Farah
Nationality: Afghan
Category: Business Development
Employment Type: Full Time
Salary: Based on WASSA salary's Scale
Vacancy Number: W-HRT-327
No. Of Jobs: 2
City: Qala-e-Naw, Farah
Organization: Women's Activities & Social Services Association (WASSA)
Years of Experience: Minimum 3–5 years of experience in SME/entrepreneurship development, livelihoods, or economic empowerment projects. Experience working with NGOs, community-based organizations, or international development agencies.
Contract Duration: 7 Months
Gender: Male
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Development Studies, or related field. Master’s degree is a plus.
Close date: 2025-06-11

About Women's Activities & Social Services Association (WASSA):

Women Activities & Social Service Association (WASSA) was established in 2002 in Afghanistan as a non-governmental organization, committed to seeking ways for women's empowerment in Afghanistan. WASSA aims to promote women's equal participation in socio-economic sectors of the country. WASSA works directly with communities to bring change in the social attitude of the community regarding women.

An envision “Equal participation of women & men in all sectors of the country.

  • Equal Opportunities: WASSA is dedicated to offering equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified candidates, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, ethnicity, age, or disability.
  • Safeguarding and Conduct: WASSA will contact previous employers to inquire about any history of sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment during the candidate's employment, including incidents under investigation at the time the candidate left. Job offers are conditional on satisfactory reference checks. By applying, candidates confirm they understand and accept these procedures.
  • Final Selection: The selected candidate must pass a background check and reference check. They will also be required to sign WASSA's Code of Conduct, PSEA (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse), Safeguarding, and other relevant policies before receiving a final job offer/contract.
Job Descriptions:
  • Coordinate and oversee SME development activities within the MSME Development Project framework.
  • Conduct market assessments to identify economic opportunities and market gaps.
  • Collaborate with Business Support Centers (BSCs), community Shuras, and partner organizations to identify and select project beneficiaries.
  • Establish and lead a beneficiary selection committee with representatives from UNHCR, WASSA, and other stakeholders.
  • Conduct location mapping and skills assessments to identify individuals with entrepreneurial potential.
  • Raise public awareness about the project to encourage broad participation.
  • Facilitate beneficiary registration via the KOBO system, ensuring accurate data collection.
  • Guide and support beneficiaries in developing viable business proposals aligned with project goals.
  • Collaborate with UNHCR and partners to evaluate and interview candidates using scoring tools.
  • Finalize beneficiary selection and gather necessary documentation, including IDs and community guarantees.
  • Facilitate signing of agreements with selected beneficiaries, clarifying roles and responsibilities.
  • Coordinate the distribution of resources and cash grants per project procedures.
  • Deliver comprehensive business development training covering planning, finance, marketing, and operations.
  • Support beneficiaries in accessing tools, equipment, and supplies.
  • Monitor progress of entrepreneurs and provide mentorship to address challenges.
  • Promote collaboration and knowledge sharing through peer learning and networking.
  • Ensure inclusion of vulnerable groups, including persons with disabilities and large households.
  • Prepare regular narrative and statistical progress reports on project activities and outcomes.
  • Stay current with best practices in entrepreneurship development and integrate them into project delivery.
  • Contribute to planning, coordination, and overall implementation of the MSME Development Project.
Job Requirements:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Development Studies, or related field. Master’s degree is a plus.

Experience:

Minimum 3–5 years of experience in SME/entrepreneurship development, livelihoods, or economic empowerment projects.
Experience working with NGOs, community-based organizations, or international development agencies.
Demonstrated experience in business training, proposal development, and beneficiary selection processes.

Skills and Knowledge:

Strong understanding of MSME ecosystems and entrepreneurship promotion strategies.
Experience conducting market and skills assessments.
Proficient in project management, data collection systems (e.g., KOBO), and reporting.
Strong facilitation, training, and mentoring skills.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Knowledge of local economic contexts and community engagement approaches.
Fluency in local languages (Dari, Pashto) and English.

Submission Guidelines:
  • Interested, qualified candidates should submit their information/request through the link (https://airtable.com/appdcFKxbzww1PeM4/shrQNVBQuodRWtlAQ).
  • Academic certificates or references do not need to be submitted at this time. These will be requested if an interview is called for.
  • Only short-listed candidates will be invited for the written test and interview upon project approval.
Submission Email:

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