The Aga Khan Foundation, Afghanistan (AKF (Afg)) is an agency of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), a group of international, private, non-denominational development agencies working to improve living conditions and opportunities for people in some of the poorest parts of the developing world. The Network’s organizations have individual mandates that range from the fields of health and education to architecture, rural development and promotion of private-sector enterprise and institutions that seek to empower communities and individuals, usually in disadvantaged circumstances, to improve living conditions and opportunities.

The Aga Khan Foundation (AKF) is a non-denominational international development agency established in 1967 by His Highness the Aga Khan. Its mission is to develop and promote creative solutions to problems that impede social development, primarily in Asia and East Africa. Created as a private, non-profit foundation under Swiss law, it has branches and independent affiliates in 19 countries.
AKF seeks to provide sustainable solutions to long-term problems of poverty, hunger, illiteracy, and ill health. In Afghanistan, AKF works with rural communities in mountainous, remote or resource poor areas to improve quality of life in the areas of natural resource management, market development, governance, education, and health.

POSITION OBJECTIVE
The project coordinator who will work under the direct supervision of the regional  Health manager at the regional level, health program is responsible for coordinating, implementing, and reporting the health project funded by the Chanel Foundation, implementation and budget utilization in with accordance the donor-approved work plan and budget to achieve the target goal of the project and provide required support to the national health management for mobilizing of new resources, support the provincial project staff through technical inputs and maintain good coordination and relation with related stakeholders at national and provincial level. 

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
•    Implement the project including building the capacity of CHSs, CHWs, Nutrition awareness, and psychosocial support funded by the channel foundation with all its requirements agreed by AKF with the donor.
•    To prepare a work plan and monitor four elements of CBHC in the province (CHW, CHS, Health Committees).
•    Track the progress against the agreed work plan of the project and ensure the budget utilized according to the allocated budget and with consideration of the donor requirement and compliance.
•    To monitor and supervise all CBHC relevant activities implement by the project staff in the targeted provinces to ensure program quality and real-time decision for program improvement is undertaken by documenting implementation gaps and challenges.
•    Conduct regular field visits and coordinate the projects implementation with BPHS implementers and relevant stakeholder at the field level and follow up the field visits findings from the project related activities being implementing at the target areas and address field implementation issues (technical and operational) with concerned departments.
•    Preparing of required reports such as monthly, quarterly, semiannual, annual and update progress reports for line supervisor and health management with accordance to the donor requirement, reporting mechanisms and deadlines.
•    Coordinate the purchase requests of the project requested medical and non-medical items and follow up regularly with relevant departments such as procurement, finance and others for on time provision.
•    Contributes to the process for developing project annual plan, implementation schedule and yearly plan of operation (YPO) for the projects implement by health team.
•    To manage the arrangement of all required training and capacity-building programs for the CHWs, CHSs, and FHH staff and stakeholders with consideration of the allocated resources and identified areas for improvement.
•    Increase the project staff capacity through the Provision of on-the-job training to CHWs, CHSs, and community members and regular consultation for improved performance and achieving better results and targeted outputs and outcomes of the projects. 
•    Work closely with other AKF sectors in identifying areas for collaboration and program integration that help utilize the program budget efficiently and address stakeholders’ expectations with minimal resources. 
•    Liaise and coordinate the project’s implementation with other AKDN agencies, and AKF sectors at the national level.
•    Work closely with MIS and M&E team to analyze program implementation and take forward the best practices & lessons learned and incorporate in donor reports.
•    Support health management in identifying areas for innovation and improvement through new concept notes, proposals, and strategic plans for resource mobilization. 
•    To report any challenges affecting the implementation including financial problems with the line manager and health management.
•    To carry out the responsibilities of the role in a way that reflects AKF’s commitment to preserving AKF’s Safeguarding standards for the organization, staff, beneficiaries, and stakeholders.
•    Comply with AKF policies and practices with respect to child protection, code of conduct, health and safety, equal opportunities, and other relevant policies and procedures.
•    Respect the target communities' cultures, traditions, and costumes. 
•    Respect all AKF policies, rules, and regulations and practice accordingly.
•    Any Other task assigned by the relevant supervisor.

OCCASIONAL SIGNIFICANT DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
•    Contribute to development and delivery of presentations at official.
•    To Maintain a good organizational working relationship within the departments and other AKF’A sectors at national and regional offices and AKDN sister agencies.
•    Facilitate donor visits, monitoring, evaluations mission and audit, as per the AKF policy, procedures and grant agreements.

JOB SPECIFICATION
•    Graduated from Recognized Medical University (MD), Master is preferred.
•    Good computer knowledge of MS Office Packages.
•    At least 2 years’ experience in the CBHC/PHC field.
•    At least 3 years’ experience on project implementation and management.
•    Ability to communicate effectively in English, and local languages verbally and in writing.
•     Must be capable of working both individually and as part of a team to undertake tasks in a fast-paced environment.
•    Be able to work under pressure with tight deadline.
•     Must be able to travel to the project sites.  

REQUIRED CORE COMPETENCIES
•    Attention to details & Technical Skills.
•    Writing, Reading, and strong listening Skills.
•    Management, Leadership & Communication skill,
•    Creativity, Initiative, and ability to work with minimal supervision.
•    Accountability.
•    Effective communication skills and self-confidence.

APPLICATION
Interested applicants should submit their CV along with a cover letter to bamyan.hr@akdn.org no later than 08th  September 2024.

Important Notes:
•    Please quote the Vacancy Number as the Subject of the e-mail when applying.
•    No supporting documents (e.g., diplomas, recommendation letters, identification card(s) etc.) are required at this stage.
•    Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for further assessment.
•    Salary scale: Grade D based on NTA Salary scale.

The Aga Khan Foundation Afghanistan (AKF- Afg) promotes a transparent and equitable recruitment process. We reiterate that all services related to job applications, including processing, seminars, and training programs, are provided free of charge. 

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications through our designated email address: bamyan.hr@akdn.org. Please note that each job vacancy is assigned a unique identification number for your reference.

Aga Khan Foundation - Afghanistan (AKF- Afg) recruitment and selection process reflect our commitment to equal opportunity and protecting children and at-risk adults, beneficiaries, partners, community members and employees from safeguarding violations. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children and at-risk adults are recruited to work for us. In the process of recruitment, selection and appointment AKF (Afg) implement a range of procedures and vetting checks including criminal records disclosures to ensure everyone associated with AKF (Afg) is kept free from harm and abuse is prevented.
 
Protection from Sexual Exploitation Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH) is the responsibility of everyone, and all selected individuals will be required to comply with AKF (Afg)s Safeguarding Policy at all times. 

By sharing your cover letter and resume with AKF (Afg) in response to this job application, applicants consent AKF (Afg) to keep this information on file for Recruitment and Human Resources Management purposes.

Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

We request all job seekers to be attentive and report any instances of individuals or entities claiming to charge fees on behalf of AKF Afghanistan to AKFA.HR@akdn.org. Our commitment to ethical practices ensures that your career aspirations are supported without any financial burden during recruitment.