Project Lead
Quick answer
World Vision is hiring a Project Lead in Afghanistan to manage multi-sectoral humanitarian projects and lead field operations with a focus on budget compliance and team mentorship.
- Role
- Project Lead
- Organization
- World Vision
- Location
- Afghanistan (Herat, Badghis, Ghor, Faryab, Nangarhar, and other operational areas)
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
World Vision is seeking a Project Lead to oversee multi-sectoral humanitarian projects across Afghanistan, ensuring effective implementation and budget management. The role involves leading diverse teams, coordinating with internal departments like Finance and Supply Chain, and maintaining strong relationships with external stakeholders and government ministries. You will be responsible for rigorous project reporting, documentation, and ensuring all field activities align with organizational safeguarding and accountability standards. The position requires frequent travel to project sites to monitor progress and support community engagement initiatives.
What you'll do
- Provide leadership and direction to project staff while fostering a culture of professional growth and learning.
- Monitor budget burn rates and manage financial reporting to ensure 99-100% project delivery.
- Coordinate with HR, SCM, and Finance to ensure timely recruitment, procurement, and bill processing.
- Establish and manage community-level complaint response mechanisms and ensure project accountability.
- Oversee the registration, MoU management, and reporting requirements with relevant government ministries.
What it takes
- Minimum of 4 years of leadership experience in multi-sectoral humanitarian project management.
- Degree in Project Management, Development, Social Sciences, Livelihoods, Engineering, or a related field.
- Fluent written and spoken English, Dari, and Pashto.
- Proven experience working with multi-million dollar grant-funded projects in dynamic contexts.
- Ability and willingness to travel frequently to various operational provinces in Afghanistan.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote or in-office?
This is an in-office/field-based role requiring frequent travel to various project locations in Afghanistan, including Herat, Badghis, Ghor, and Nangarhar.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation for this position is not specified in the job posting.
What are the core qualifications required?
You must have at least 4 years of leadership experience in multi-sectoral humanitarian project management, a relevant university degree, and fluency in English, Dari, and Pashto.
How to apply
Apply directly on World Vision's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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