Youth Digital Training and Development Organization is a non-profit organization based in Kabul, Afghanistan, dedicated to equipping young individuals with the essential digital skills needed to thrive in the 21st-century economy. Our organization is committed to bridging the digital divide, especially among marginalized communities, by providing comprehensive training programs that empower youth.

1. Project Overview

The EmpowerEd project is focused on enhancing the expertise of trainers in Afghanistan, with an emphasis on developing soft skills within the private sector. This project targets 300 Master Trainers who will be selected from Afghan SMEs, The Master Trainer – Finance will play a critical role in delivering specialized finance training across three key provinces: Kabul, Parwan, and Herat.

The primary responsibility of the Master Trainer – Finance will be to develop and deliver finance-related training to the Master Trainers, ensuring they are equipped with the necessary financial management skills to teach and train employees effectively. The role also involves the creation of tailored training materials, such as curricula, training manuals, and presentations, all designed to build financial literacy and capacity for small and medium-sized businesses in Afghanistan.

2. Objectives of the Role

The key objectives for the Master Trainer – Soft Skills position are as follows:

• Deliver High-Quality Soft Skills Training: Conduct comprehensive training sessions for Master Trainers, ensuring they understand and can effectively deliver essential soft skills training to employees in SMEs.
• Curriculum and Training Material Development: Develop a detailed curriculum, training manuals, and PowerPoint presentations that align with the project’s goals and are culturally relevant to Afghan SMEs.
• Monitoring and Evaluation: Monitor the effectiveness of the soft skills training, gather feedback, and continuously adapt training materials and methods to ensure they achieve the desired outcomes.

3. Key Responsibilities

Curriculum and Material Development

1. Develop a comprehensive soft skills curriculum for Master Trainers, covering essential topics such as communication, teamwork, leadership, problem-solving, marketing, and customer service.
2. Design training manuals, PowerPoint presentations, and other supporting materials to facilitate the effective delivery of soft skills training.
3. Ensure that training content is gender-sensitive, accessible, and culturally relevant, meeting the needs of both male and female Master Trainers and trainees.
4. Adapt training materials to fit the context of Afghan SMEs, ensuring practical applications for improving workplace interactions and business growth.

Training Delivery

1. Conduct training workshops for Master Trainers across the provinces of Kabul, Parwan, and Herat.
2. Provide in-person and/or virtual training sessions as needed, ensuring that training is participatory and encourages engagement from all participants.
3. Deliver specific training on key soft skills that Master Trainers can use to teach employees within SMEs, helping improve workplace culture and productivity.
4. Use a variety of teaching methods (e.g., case studies, role-playing, practical exercises) to enhance understanding and application of soft skills principles.

Monitoring & Evaluation

1. Collect feedback from Master Trainers after each training session to assess the effectiveness of the content and delivery methods.
2. Review and evaluate the understanding and application of soft skills among Master Trainers to ensure that the training has been successfully absorbed and can be effectively taught to SME employees.
3. Provide regular progress reports to the Project Manager, including recommendations for curriculum improvements based on evaluations.

Reporting & Documentation

1. Document all training sessions, including attendance, feedback, and outcomes, to maintain a comprehensive record of training activities.
2. Prepare regular reports on training progress, challenges faced, and workplace soft skills issues that need attention.
3. Ensure all training materials are properly updated and stored for future reference.

4. Deliverables

Training Materials

• Developed soft skills curriculum, training manuals, and PowerPoint presentations.
• Custom training content for Master Trainers, covering key soft skills for professional and business success.

Training Sessions

• Delivery of soft skills training workshops to Master Trainers across Kabul, Parwan, and Herat.
• Regular refresher training sessions and ongoing support to ensure Master Trainers effectively teach employees.

Monitoring & Evaluation Reports

• Regular evaluation reports on the effectiveness of training, including feedback from participants and recommended improvements.
• Soft skills competency assessment reports on Master Trainers.

Final Training Report

• A comprehensive final report detailing the training process, outcomes, challenges, and recommendations for future soft skills training initiatives.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Communications, or a related field. A Master’s degree is desirable.

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in soft skills training, curriculum development, or capacity-building programs, preferably in the context of SMEs or development projects in Afghanistan.
• Proven track record of delivering soft skills training (e.g., communication, leadership, teamwork, marketing, problem-solving) in diverse, multicultural settings.
• Experience working with both male and female participants, with a demonstrated commitment to gender equality and inclusivity.
• Prior experience working with SMEs, NGOs, or educational institutions in a training or development role.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of soft skills development and workplace behavioral training.
• Experience in developing training curricula, manuals, and PowerPoint presentations.
• Ability to deliver engaging and interactive training sessions using diverse methodologies (e.g., case studies, role-playing, group discussions).
• Strong communication skills in English, Dari, and/or Pashto.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, particularly PowerPoint and Word.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage training schedules across multiple provinces.
• Strong facilitation skills and the ability to adapt training methods to different learning styles.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter outlining their relevant experience and qualifications to the following email address hr@ydtdo.org, Please include the position title and Vacancy Number in the subject line of your email.

Only those who submit their applications along with the requested documents within the set timeframe are considered for the next phase. Incomplete applications will be disqualified from the process.