About AYEHO

The Afghan Youth Education and Health Organization (AYEHO) is an independent, non-profit, non-governmental organization registered with the Ministry of Economy. Established in 2018 and headquartered in Kabul, AYEHO operates through provincial offices and maintains functional operational networks across several provinces in Afghanistan.

AYEHO supports the most marginalized groups in the country, including street-working children, orphans, children with disabilities, children in conflict with the law, and vulnerable families. The organization is widely recognized for its strong technical capacity and experience in delivering education, health, protection, and community development services at central, provincial, and district levels.

AYEHO works to empower communities at the grassroots level by promoting child and women’s rights and increasing access to primary education, basic health services, and socio-economic opportunities. Its mission is to improve the quality of life of vulnerable and underserved populations through sustainable, scalable programs and strategic partnerships. AYEHO uses participatory approaches, research, capacity development, and advocacy to create meaningful and lasting change in the lives of children, youth, and women.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

A. Project Coordination & Management

• Lead and coordinate all TLS activities across three provinces.
• Ensure implementation in line with UNICEF guidelines, AYEHO policies, and approved workplans.
• Develop provincial action plans and monitor progress.
• Supervise Education Officers, Community Mobilizers, and field teams.
• Ensure efficient and accountable use of project resources.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and provide ongoing mentoring and capacity building to field staff to ensure high-quality implementation.

B. Community & Stakeholder Engagement

• Maintain strong coordination with PEDs, DEDs, PDoRR, SMS, and community structures.
• Represent AYEHO in provincial coordination meetings and UNICEF regional technical forums.
• Facilitate community mobilization for TLS establishment, teacher engagement, and student participation.
• Promote active community participation throughout the project cycle.
• Foster strong partnerships with provincial and district government bodies to ensure their ownership and the long-term sustainability of project interventions.

C. Monitoring & Quality Assurance

• Conduct regular field visits to TLS sites to assess attendance, teaching quality, learning environment, and safety.
• Oversee verification of beneficiaries, teachers, and TLS committees.
• Ensure TLS meet minimum standards for education, protection, WASH, and child safety.
• Identify challenges and provide timely corrective guidance to field teams.
• Ensure safeguarding, gender sensitivity, and child protection principles are applied.
• Utilize standardized monitoring tools to collect data on key indicators related to enrollment, attendance, and learning outcomes.

D. Reporting & Documentation

• Consolidate and submit daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports to the Project Manager.
• Document success stories, challenges, and lessons learned.
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of attendance records, distribution lists, and monitoring tools.
• Support external monitoring missions and ensure availability of required documents.
• Analyze data from reports to identify trends, bottlenecks, and successes, and use this analysis to inform programmatic adaptations and decisions.

E. Logistics, Finance & Compliance

• Coordinate with logistics and procurement teams for timely delivery of TLS materials and supplies.
• Ensure transparent, compliant financial practices at provincial level.
• Track field expenditures and ensure adherence to AYEHO/UNICEF financial guidelines.
• Oversee the proper management and accountability of all project assets and equipment in the province, in line with AYEHO and UNICEF asset management policies.

Education and Experience Requirements

Education:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Sciences, Management, or a related field is required. A Master’s degree is highly desirable.

Experience:

• A minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in managing and coordinating education programs, preferably in Education in Emergencies (EiE) or humanitarian settings.
• Proven experience (at least 2 years) in a coordination role, managing multi-location projects and liaising with multiple government and community stakeholders.
• Direct experience working on UNICEF-funded projects is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated experience in supervising, mentoring, and building the capacity of field-based teams.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Exceptional Coordination and Representation Skills
• Strong Planning, Monitoring, and Reporting Skills
• Proven Problem-Solving and Analytical Abilities:
• Solid understanding of and commitment to Child Safeguarding Principles, Child Protection standards, PSEA and Gender Equality in programming.
• Financial and Asset Management
• Full professional proficiency in Dari and Pashto is required. A good working knowledge of English (both written and spoken) is essential for reporting and liaison.
• High proficiency in MS Office applications (especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

Submission Guide line:

Thank you for your interest in joining the Afghan Youth Education and Health Organization (AYEHO). To ensure a smooth application process, please follow the guidelines outlined below:

1. Eligibility Criteria:

Before applying, ensure you meet the necessary qualifications and experience for the position you are interested in.

2. Online Application Form:

o   Access the job application form on our website at https://www.ayeho.org/jobs.php

o   Complete all required fields in the form. Incomplete applications may not be considered.

3. Documents Required:

o   Cover Letter: Clearly state your interest in the position and highlight your relevant experience and skills.

o   Curriculum Vitae (CV): Provide an updated CV that outlines your education, work experience, and relevant qualifications.

4. File Formats: Ensure your cover letter and CV are submitted in PDF or Word formats for compatibility.
5. Submission:

o   After filling out the application form and uploading your documents, review all entries for accuracy and completeness.

o   Click the “Submit” button to complete your application.

6. Confirmation: You will receive a message confirmation of your application submission.

Thank you for considering a career with AYEHO. We look forward to your application!