Organization for Development Economic Social and Capacity Building (ODESC) is a non-political, not-for-profit, non-governmental organization registered on July 16, 2016, under registration # 3960 with the Ministry of Economy of GIRoA. UEI of ODESC is N2CPCNU9JZQ4; ODESC has also been registered or recognized as a partner with more than 20 national and International organizations. ODESC is an active Partner of UNICEF, UNOPS, and UNESCO. ODESC has the widest network of civil society, local structures, and government line ministries in Afghanistan, Capacity building, Health, WASH and livelihood programs have been the core activities of ODESC. We are currently implementing UNESCO and UNICEF-funded projects in the different regions of the country.

Purpose of the Position

The Master Trainer will be responsible for designing and delivering facilitator trainings, providing on-the-job coaching, monitoring teaching quality, and ensuring that all SDL classes are delivered in line with UNESCO-approved curricula and minimum standards.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Training and Capacity Building

• Lead Training of Trainers (ToT) sessions in coordination with UNESCO.
• Design and deliver pre-service training for SDL facilitators and District Community Mobilizers.
• Conduct in-service and refresher trainings during project implementation.
• Integrate gender equality, inclusion, safeguarding, and PSEA/SEA-SH principles into all trainings.

Academic and Technical Support

• Provide regular coaching and mentoring to facilitators through field visits.
• Support facilitators in lesson planning, teaching methodologies, and learner assessment.
• Ensure proper use of Teaching and Learning Materials (TLMs).
• Identify learning gaps and recommend corrective actions.

Quality Assurance and Monitoring

• Monitor class delivery and teaching quality against UNESCO minimum standards.
• Review attendance records, lesson plans, and learner progress.
• Provide written feedback and recommendations to facilitators and project management.

Coordination and Reporting

• Coordinate closely with Project Manager, M&E Officer, and Community Mobilizers.
• Support joint monitoring visits with UNESCO and other stakeholders.
• Prepare training and monitoring reports, including observations and recommendations.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Sciences, TVET, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in adult education, literacy, TVET, or skills development programs.
• Proven experience as a trainer of trainers or senior trainer.
• Experience working with NGOs or UN-funded projects is highly desirable.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong facilitation, coaching, and mentoring skills.
• Solid understanding of adult learning methodologies.
• Ability to work in remote and challenging environments.
• Strong reporting and documentation skills.

Language

• Fluency in English is required.
• Knowledge of Pashto/Dari and local languages is a strong advantage.

If you are a qualified candidate for this position, apply through the Google Form given below:

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