Created in 1993, Acted is an international non-governmental organization pursuing a dual mandate of emergency response and development interventions in 40 of some of the world’s most vulnerable countries affected by conflicts, disasters, or socio-economic hardship. With a team of 7,000 national staff and 400 international staff, Acted implements 500 projects a year to support more than 20 million beneficiaries, notably in hard-to-reach areas.

Acted goes to the last mile through programs and approaches that look beyond the immediate emergency towards opportunities for longer-term livelihood reconstruction and sustainable development. Guided by the motto “Think Local, Act Global” and its 3Zero –Zero Exclusion, Zero Carbon, and Zero Poverty – strategy, Acted puts local territories at the center and provides tailored support to local needs.

Acted Afghanistan:

Acted is working in 20 provinces in Afghanistan around the country. These provinces are affected by natural and man-made disasters. Acted provides relief and emergency assistance to vulnerable populations affected by displacements, conflicts, or natural disasters, in the fields of agriculture, shelter, wash, and food security.

Job Purpose:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Capacity Building Officer – Business Development to support and strengthen Local Organizations (LOs) and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) involved in promoting Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). This role is critical in enhancing organizational capacity through tailored training, technical support, and strategic mentorship.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Design and deliver customized training programs in business development, financial management, and organizational growth.
• Conduct capacity needs assessments and develop practical learning materials accordingly.
• Mentor and support LO/CSO partners in improving operational systems and adopting efficient tools.
• Coordinate with internal departments (Logistics, Finance, HR, etc.) for smooth training implementation.
• Monitor training impact and produce technical reports, case studies, and success stories.
• Represent the organization in external coordination meetings with government departments and stakeholders.
• Ensure timely implementation of monthly, quarterly, and annual plans.

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Standard PSEAH blurbs for job advertisement:

Acted has a zero-tolerance approach to sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment (SEAH) and strives to recruit those who share our values. 

All candidates will be subject to a pre-employment check that includes satisfactory references, screening, and criminal checks in line with legal requirements. 

All candidates who have been offered a position will sign and respect Acted’s Code of Conduct and related policies as part of their work contract. All staff are expected to abide by the standards of behavior outlined in those documents. 

Managers will have a special responsibility to foster a safe environment. 

Misconduct can lead to serious disciplinary sanctions.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business  or Public Administration from a recognized university (Master’s degree in business administration is an asset and will be given preference).

Experience:

• At least 3 years of proven experience in capacity building, business development, or working with LO/CSOs or MSMEs.
• Demonstrated experience in training design, facilitation, and monitoring is essential.
• Prior work in development or humanitarian sectors, preferably with INGOs or NGOs, is highly desirable.

Other Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of MSME dynamics and civil society development in Afghanistan.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and facilitation skills.
• Fluent in Dari, Pashto, and English (spoken and written).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Ability to travel to field sites as required.
• Strong skills in report writing, data analysis, and stakeholder coordination.
• Ability to translate technical documents between English, Dari, and Pashto is an advantage.

Those who fulfill the above-mentioned criteria should send their updated CVs to the submission below email:

Kindly mention the Vacancy number, and position title in the subject line or your application may not be considered) KBL_011/ Capacity Building Officer).

Please do not send heavy-sized documents (i.e., Tazkira, Education documents, work certificates)

Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the next stage of recruitment.

Note: Candidates who are originally from Balkh province are strongly encouraged to apply, and will be given priority consideration, in line with our commitment to local recruitment and community engagement.

No CV will be considered after the closing date.

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Acted is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process. All applications are free for all candidates, and no one should require any payment or compensation during the recruitment process.