Cash Officer

Assist project manager in implementing cash distribution programs and coordinating project activities.

Overview

Assist project manager in implementing cash distribution programs and coordinating project activities.

You have:

  • Bachelors in social science, or related degree.
  • 2-3 years of relevant experience working with Non-food item (NFI) and cash distributions in a non-governmental organization (NGO) in humanitarian/recovery context.
  • Strong familiarity with Afghanistan cash standards and international cash SPHERE standards.
  • Extensive knowledge and work experience in Afghanistan, and preferably in the Southern and Western Provinces including Kandahar & Herat.
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to achieve cooperation and agreement amongst diverse groups with competing priorities.
  • Strong organizational skills.
  • Good knowledge of spoken and written English and Dari are required, Pashto is desired.
  • Good strategic thinking and planning skills with eagerness for innovation.

Potential interview questions

Can you describe a time when you successfully managed multiple priorities under tight deadlines? This question assesses your ability to handle stress and prioritize effectively. Use an example that highlights your time management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
How do you ensure compliance with safeguarding policies while working in the field? The interviewer wants to know how you prioritize participant safety in your work. Pro members can see the explanation.
What strategies do you use to engage with local communities and stakeholders? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Describe a situation where you had to deal with conflicting priorities among team members. Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What is your approach to monitoring and evaluation in project management? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you maintain accurate records of project activities and ensure timely reporting? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you give an example of how you've promoted gender sensitivity in your work? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
What steps do you take to develop your team's skills and capacity? Pro members can see the explanation. Pro members can see the explanation.
Added 3 months ago - Updated 8 hours ago - Source: mercycorps.org/careers/national