Civil society has long been a key factor in addressing a full range of issues in the social, cultural, religious, humanitarian, and political life of Afghanistan. With the focus on the transition to Afghan leadership, civil society, particularly local and national non-governmental organizations (NGOs), have the potential to play an important and complementary role in Afghanistan in the delivery of the government’s priority programs, in supporting improved governance, in connecting the wider Afghan population to the state, and in advocating for the vulnerable and excluded.

NGOs in Afghanistan face challenges, including financial and capacity gaps and a public trust deficit, in their endeavors to play such a role effectively. The government, the international community, and civil society have been considering methods by which to support NGOs to address these challenges and realize their potential, dating back to discussions at the Conference on Enabling Environment for Effective Private Sector Contribution to Development in Afghanistan in June 2007. One of the outcomes of these considerations was the formation of a working group, with representation from international and national NGOs, key national NGO networks, and civil society professionals, to establish an organization that will enable NGOs to address these challenges.

The Trainer will facilitate training for AICS staff in one specific module: (Communication)

• Work closely with the AICS program team for designing, scheduling, and delivering the training programs.
• Identify and assess the training needs of internal staff and team members and analyze and share the findings with the program team.
• Conduct pre and post-tests to identify and measure changes in the capacity of staff.
• Adjust training materials, reference materials, and handouts based on the broad content for the participants.
• Prepare and submit relevant reports as required.
• Analyze manuals and handouts, reference materials, identify gaps, and recommend changes or additions.
• Identify and implement effective and purposeful training methods and tools to promote optimum learning.
• Ensure adequate preparations prior to the delivery of training sessions.
• Extending support to develop an integrated training calendar for multiple batches and ensure adherence to training timelines.
• Ensure sharing pre-workshop assignments and pre-reading materials in line with the training schedule.
• Ensure a high level of engagement and participation of founders, leaders, and other team members of partner NGOs in training, workshops, and other events.
• Visit NGOs to understand ground realities to improve delivery and efficacy if required.
• Ensure collaboration within internal functions and teams to exchange knowledge and resources and deliver training effectively.
• Keep abreast of the trends and developments, best practices in the organizational development space for NGO and integrate in training and workshops.
• Any additional duty or task related to the project work assigned by the reporting line.

• At least 5 years’ experience in designing, content development and delivering training and workshops.
• Fluently speaking and understanding Dari, Pashto and English
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Experience working with civil society organizations.
• Willingness to learn and explore new experiences.
• Ability to use personal initiative and creativity to solve problems.
• Having knowledge of the English language
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues.
• Ability to work in stressful and challenging environments.
• Detail oriented
• Team player

Note: The trainer is responsible for developing the training materials on Communication and AICS will not provide the training materials to trainer.

nterested applicants should submit their CV along with a cover letter to Jobs@aicsafg.org  no later than 8 January 2025. 

Important Notes: 
•    Please quote the Vacancy Number and Position Title 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: Based on the organization salary scale.

The Afghanistan Institute for Civil Society (AICS) 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. 

Our official job announcements are posted on the ACBAR website (acbar.org/jobs). Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications through our designated email address: jobs@aicsafg.org

Afghanistan Institute for Civil Society  (AICS) 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 AICS implement a range of procedures and vetting checks including criminal records disclosures to ensure everyone associated with AICS 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 AICS Safeguarding Policy at all times. 

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

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

The organization has the right to start the recruitment process during the announced period.