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 enterprises 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 National Senior Officer, Education - Technical (NSOE-T) is a key member of the education team based at the national program office (NPO), primarily responsible for the technical support and monitoring the implementation of the ECW project within the AKF Education Program. The NSOE collaborates closely with the National Advisor, Education (NAE) to ensure effective support for the Local Non-Governmental Organizations (LNGOs) implementing the ECW project in their respective provinces, in line with AKF policies, donor project directives, and annual work plans. 

These are 03 dedicated positions for the following provinces, based in Kabul, with approximately 70% of his/her time working in the field.

-    Herat and Badghis
-    Paktika, Ghazni and Wardak
-    Nangarhar and Kunar

The positions are focused mostly on providing technical support for Local NGO partners’ staff and monitoring at the field level under the Education Program (ECW project).

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1.    Technical Support and Program Delivery
Provides technical support to the National Advisor Education (NAE) by reviewing training packages and program design, facilitating Training of Trainers (ToTs), preparing detailed training and field visit reports to address field-level needs and challenges, and reporting program issues.
•    Provides technical assistance and capacity-building support (training/mentoring) to partners (LNGOs), to ensure they effectively implement education activities according to project guidelines and quality standards.
•    Coordinates with the NAE in preparation of monthly action plans for program implementation monitoring.
•    Contributes to the refinement of program plans, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and national education priorities.
•    Monitors and evaluates program delivery, providing feedback and recommendations to LNGOs for continuous improvement.
2.    Programme Effectiveness 
•    Oversees education activities in assigned provinces (including Shuras, Schools, CBEs, ALPs, and teachers) and conduct regular visits to all ECW targeted schools at assigned provinces to ensure partners are conducting activities in accordance with work plans and AKF/donor policies.
•    Coordinates program activities with LNGOs and PED, DEDs, School Shuras, to ensure interventions implemented in the field are aligned with the policy of AKF, donor, and MoE.
3.    Partner Management and Development  
•    Works closely with partner technical staff (including master trainers/trainers/Community Mobilizers) to identify capacity building needs and professional development areas for them, to ensure LNGOs perform duties in accordance with job responsibilities and project requirements 
•    Coordinates mentoring / monitoring visits and provides action plans for LNGO staff professional development; and
•    Maintains a good filing system (both in soft and hard copies) at NPO and data (both quantitative and qualitative) should be available on request. 
4.    Resource Management  
•    Facilitates purchase requests for project materials/equipment and conducts quality check of items and on-time distribution of all items to LNGOs in assigned provinces; and
•    Maintains records of material/equipment delivery and monitors utilization of resources delivered to LNGOs, beneficiaries, and schools/classes.
5.    Communication and Reporting   
•    Complies and share lessons learned, program success stories, and challenges.
•    Supports LNGOs in preparing monthly payroll for CBE and ALP teachers and shares it with the National Program Office (NPO) HR for processing. 
6.    Representation 
•    Represents AKF at meetings and other relevant events at the PED, DED, School, and Community levels, when requested.
•    Develops and fosters a close working relationship with LNGOs and DEDs/PEDs in assigned provinces. 
•    Attend PED meetings at the provincial level, when necessary. 

•    To carry out responsibilities of the role in a way that reflects AKF’s commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults in accordance with the Safeguarding Policy and Child Safeguarding Policy; and 
•    To report any suspicions or actual violations of the Safeguarding Policy and/or Child Safeguarding Policy as per the given training.

OCCASIONAL SIGNIFICANT DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
•    Attends AKF coordination meetings at the provincial level and liaises with the ECW partners' management.  
•    Assists in data collection from the field communicating guidance from M&E.
•    Any tasks are assigned by the immediate supervisor or senior management in the NPO. 

DECISION-MAKING & AUTHORITY
Administration: 
•    Planning and execution of the activities approved in the YPO. 
•    Communicates with the relevant LNGOs, PEDs and DEDs at National and Provincial levels. 
Technical: 
•    Provides technical support to the Local NGOs partners staff at the provincial level. 
•    Is responsible for the overall result and outcome of the activities executed in the targeted provinces.

Logistical:
•    Works closely with the admin/logistic department. 
•    Distribution and keeping records of all education materials and resources and keeps their records. 
Finance:
•    Has the authority to verify the purchasing request and any other monetary matters relevant to assigned provinces.

JOB SPECIFICATION AND REQUIRED CORE COMPETENCIES
•    Holds a minimum bachelor's degree (preferably in education, but other relevant subjects also considered). 
•    At least 4 - 5 years’ experience in education particularly in areas of Community Based Education (CBE/ALP), working with Shura, primary teaching, secondary component, and school administrations.
•    Strong motivation to improve education and ready to work in hard and remote areas.  
•    High level of interpersonal skills and Proven ability to work with remote communities.
•    Attendant oral and written communication skills in Dari, Pashto, and English languages.
•    Fluency in Pashto Language is a must.  
•    Anyone who has the ability to work with a computer is preferred.   

APPLICATION
Interested applicants should submit their CV along with a cover letter to Jobs.afghanistan@akdn.org no later than 23rd January 2025.

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.
•    Qualified applicants with the required competencies from Herat, Badghis, Paktika, Ghazni, Wardak, Nangarhar, and Kunar are HIGHLY ENCOURAGED to apply.

Aga Khan Foundation Afghanistan's recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to equal opportunity and safeguarding of children, beneficiaries, partners, community members, and employees in accordance with AKF(Afg)’s safeguarding policy.
Your details and information shared in this advertisement shall remain confidential.

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.

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.afghanistan@akdn.org. Please note that each job vacancy is assigned a unique identification number for your reference. After you submit your application, you will immediately receive an automatic confirmation acknowledging its receipt.

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 to AKF (Afg) 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 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.