The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is the world’s largest humanitarian agency, fighting hunger worldwide. More than half the population of Afghanistan – a record 22.8 million people – will face acute food insecurity in 2022. The combined effects of drought, conflict, COVID-19, and the economic crisis, have severely affected lives, World Food Programme livelihoods, and people’s access to food. The team of 600 staff, 550 of which are Afghan nationals are working tireless to bring emergency food and nutrition assistance to the millions of people suffering across the country. The assistance provided by WFP includes emergency food assistance, school meals, nutrition programmes and important self-reliance and resilience programmes. The packet of support can include food, cash, or vouchers. In conflict situations, we bring relief to exhausted populations and use food assistance to build pathways to peace and stability – work for which WFP was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2020. in addition.

Job Summary

• Recruiter: WFP
• Degree: High School Degree
• Vacancies Number: 1
• Province: Balkh
• Gender: Male
• Experience:⁦ ⁦4+ years
• Deadline: ⁦⁦⁦⁦9 Nov, 2026⁩

Key responsibilities of Business Support Assistant (Admin) - reannouncement - SC4:

• Information Gathering & Reporting: Collect relevant administrative data under clear direction to assist in drafting documents, preparing official reports, and maintaining operational records.
• Client Query & Administrative Support: Respond to routine administration queries and escalate complex issues appropriately to ensure timely, accurate support services for staff and clients.
• Facilities & Guest House Management: Oversee facilities management, guest house operations, protocol logistics, and light vehicle coordination, reporting any discrepancies to supervisors to ensure a safe, comfortable working environment.
• Administrative & Financial Operations: Assist in processing and managing routine administrative and financial workflows across various operational units to optimize resource allocation.
• Meeting & Event Coordination: Organize meetings, handle calendar scheduling, prepare agendas, distribute meeting materials, and support event execution and team initiatives.
• Data Management & Inventory Control: Create and maintain databases and spreadsheets, process Service Entry Sheets (SES) and Goods Receipt Notes (GRN) in system software, monitor budgets, and maintain accurate records of Non-Food Item (NFI) stock levels, received goods, and issuance reports.
• Filing Systems & Archiving: Maintain standardized recordkeeping and filing systems to guarantee that information remains accurate, secure, and readily accessible.
• Peer Guidance & Standard Compliance: Provide guidance on routine business support methods to junior colleagues to ensure consistent service delivery in full compliance with WFP policies.

Job Requirment

• Education: Completion of secondary school education (High School Diploma).
• Work Experience: Minimum of 4 years of relevant work experience in administrative, clerical, or general business support roles.
• Language Proficiency: Fluency in both oral and written English, as well as local languages (Pashto and Dari).
• Technical Knowledge & Skills:
  • High proficiency in operating office equipment and Microsoft Office applications, specifically Word and Excel.
  • Solid understanding of standard administrative routines and operational methods with the ability to complete tasks under minimal supervision.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, demonstrating tact and courtesy when communicating with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Keen eye for detail to identify data discrepancies and resolve operational issues promptly.
  • Capability to provide basic on the job guidance and practical training to junior team members.

Submission Guideline

Interested and qualified Afghan national candidates can submit their application online through the official WFP recruitment portal.

• Online Application Portal Link: (https://wd3.myworkdaysite.com/en-GB/recruiting/wfp/job_openings/job/Mazar-I-Sharif-AfghanistanThe-Islamic-Re/Business-Support-Assistant--Admin---reannouncement---SC4_JR127892)

Eligibility & Application Guidelines:

• Nationality Constraint: This vacancy is open exclusively to Afghan Nationals.
• Diversity & Equal Opportunity: WFP strongly encourages eligible Afghan female candidates and persons with disabilities to apply for this position.
• Application Method: Candidates must copy and paste the official application link into their web browser to complete and submit their online profile.

Country

Afghanistan

City

Balkh

Submission Email

wfp.afg@wfp.org

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