Asia Community Development Organization (ACDO) is an Afghan non-governmental, non-political, and non-profit humanitarian organization established in 2014 and registered with the Government of Afghanistan under the supervision of Ministry of Economy (MoEc) with a mission to provide humanitarian and development assistance to the vulnerable, at-risk, and underserved people throughout the country.

ACDO responds to the needs of deprived and marginalized rural and urban communities by managing and utilizing the available scarce resources in a well-organized, efficient, effective, transparent, and dignified manner to enhance resilience, boost access to education, health services, and infrastructure, ensure food and livelihood security, and promote social protection and inclusion.

ACDO has an active presence in most parts of the country and intends to expand its operations to the remaining provinces, as to transform itself into a leading and developed organization that will deliver to and support large number of people who have been affected by the long-protracted and sudden on-set emergencies and regardless of the hardest circumstances that exist in Afghanistan, ACDO has managed to deliver humanitarian and development assistance in most part of country. www.acdo-af.org

ACDO is looking for an IT Officer/Database Developer Intern to provide technical support to the IT department and contribute to database development and management. The selected individual will assist in maintaining IT infrastructure, troubleshooting technical issues, and developing database solutions to support program activities. This internship offers hands-on experience in IT operations, system management, and database development within a professional setting.

Key Responsibilities:

1. IT Support and Maintenance
   • Assist in the installation, configuration, and maintenance of hardware and software.
   • Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues for staff in a timely manner.
   • Help ensure the security and integrity of ACDO’s IT systems.
2. Database Development
   • Support the design, development, and management of organizational databases.
   • Assist in writing and optimizing SQL queries to ensure efficient data retrieval.
   • Work on creating and maintaining data reporting dashboards.
3. System Monitoring and Updates
   • Monitor network and system performance to ensure smooth operations.
   • Perform updates and routine maintenance on servers, devices, and systems.
   • Assist in backing up and recovering data as needed.
4. Training and Documentation
   • Provide basic IT training to staff to improve their proficiency with IT tools and systems.
   • Help create and maintain IT-related user manuals and technical documentation.
5. Innovation and Development
   • Contribute to the improvement of existing systems and processes.
   • Assist in researching and recommending new technologies for enhanced efficiency.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (Fresh graduates)
2. Basic knowledge of programming languages like Python, SQL, or Java.
3. Familiarity with database development tools (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, Microsoft Access).
4. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and IT troubleshooting.
5. Good written and verbal communication skills in English, Dari, and Pashto.
6. Prior coursework or experience in database management and IT systems is a plus.

Skills and Competencies:

1. Basic understanding of IT infrastructure and database management systems.
2. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
3. Ability to manage multiple technical tasks and meet deadlines.
4. Eagerness to learn and implement innovative IT solutions.

Benefits:

• Hands-on experience in IT systems and database development.
• Opportunity to work on real-world projects under expert guidance.

Development of professional skills in troubleshooting, database management, and technical support.

Qualified applicants are highly encouraged to apply for the position and submit their applications (Cover Letter and CV together) NOT Educational and Work Certificates, to the attention of the Human Resource Department at https://forms.gle/vD8irwbcXGD73HQp6 until 04:00 pm (Afghanistan Standard Time) January 20, 2025.

Shortlisted candidates will be directly contacted for a written test and consequently for an interview. If you are not contacted TWO WEEKS after the closing date, please know that your application has not been successful for the post.