Mercy Corps is a global non-governmental, humanitarian aid organization operating in transitional contexts that have undergone, or have been undergoing, various forms of economic, environmental, social and political instabilities. The organization claims to have assisted more than 220 million people survive humanitarian conflicts, seek improvements in livelihoods, and deliver durable development to their communities. In 2019, senior staff resigned following public disclosure of the organization’s longtime inaction over its co-founder’s sexual abuse of his daughter. Mercy Corps proposes a mission to “alleviate suffering, poverty and oppression by helping people build secure, productive and just communities.” As of August 2021, the organization reports to be operating within 38 countries, including Afghanistan, Central African Republic, Myanmar and Yemen, with programs focused in a number of humanitarian sectors ranging from conflict management, children & youth to agriculture and food security.

Job Summary

• The Guard will work closely with the support staff and be vigilant and remain at post at all times. He will prohibit non-MC vehicles from entering the compound and patrol around the compound during the night duty.

  ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Be vigilant at all times – including, night shifts; (guards sleeping on duty will be terminated immediately) 
• Remain at post at all times – including when on gate duty;
• Prohibit non-MC vehicles from entering the compound or parking within 50 meters of the premises.
• Receive visitors; issue visitors’ cards and maintain a log register for the incoming visitors.
• Notify appropriate Mercy Corps staff members of arrivals.
• Maintain records of the gate passes at the gate
• Maintain a log register for the vehicles going out/coming in after regular working hours and during weed ends/holidays.
• Assist in logistic support as and when required like loading unloading etc.
• Cleaning of office as and when assigned by the supervisor
• Maintain the tidiness of the office outdoor premises.
• Burn, bury, or otherwise dispose of garbage.
• Adhere to all MC safety protocols and policies;

The Guard will have responsibilities that include:

• Bring any repair and maintenance requirements to the attention of the administrator/property officer;
• Ensure flashlights and radio are always in good working order and that you have a good supply of spare batteries
• Routine patrols of compound during night duty (at least once every hour). Regularly check on any Mercy Corps vehicles outside the gates.
• Respond to routine radio checks from Head Guard or appointee;
• Assist in maintaining generators and office heaters as per instructions from Property Officer;
• Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Mercy Corps and to not jeopardize its humanitarian mission.
• Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirment

• Be vigilant at all times – including, night shifts; (guards sleeping on duty will be terminated immediately) 
• Remain at post at all times – including when on gate duty;
• Prohibit non-MC vehicles from entering the compound or parking within 50 meters of the premises.
• Receive visitors; issue visitors’ cards and maintain a log register for the incoming visitors.
• Notify appropriate Mercy Corps staff members of arrivals.
• Maintain records of the gate passes at the gate
• Maintain a log register for the vehicles going out/coming in after regular working hours and during weed ends/holidays.
• Assist in logistic support as and when required like loading unloading etc.
• Cleaning of office as and when assigned by the supervisor
• Maintain the tidiness of the office outdoor premises.
• Burn, bury, or otherwise dispose of garbage.
• Adhere to all MC safety protocols and policies;
• Bring any repair and maintenance requirements to the attention of the administrator/property officer;
• Ensure flashlights and radio are always in good working order and that you have a good supply of spare batteries
• Routine patrols of compound during night duty (at least once every hour). Regularly check on any Mercy Corps vehicles outside the gates.
• Respond to routine radio checks from Head Guard or appointee;
• Assist in maintaining generators and office heaters as per instructions from Property Officer;
• Conduct himself/herself both professionally and personally in such a manner as to bring credit to Mercy Corps and to not jeopardize its humanitarian mission.

• Other duties as assigned

  KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

• Must possess a High school certificate. 
• He should be responsible and punctual.
• At least to have a good knowledge and experience in this field.
• Fluent in Dari, Pashto English is desired.
• Must be initiative and trustworthy.
• 1-2 years of relevant experience.

Submission Guideline

• To apply for this position, please submit your CV and Cover letter, with the vacancy number and position title (MCA104-2024 - Guard  ) in the subject line, by emailing  af-vacancieskbl@mercycorps.org.
• The deadline for submission is the close of business on 09- Jun-2024, applications received after the closing date and without a subject line will not be given consideration so, please make sure you put the vacancy number and title on the subject of your email, or your application will be disregarded by the system.

• Please note that only shortlisted candidates whose application responds to the above criteria will be contacted for the written test/interview.

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Country

Afghanistan

City

Kabul

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