Coordination of Humanitarian Assistance (CHA) is a non-governmental, non-profitable, and non-political Afghan NGO, working since 1987 mainly in agriculture, health, education, and infrastructure sectors in more vulnerable areas of the country. CHA is working through the implementation of Emergency, rehabilitation, and development projects for emergency aid for war, famine, and natural disaster-affected families in the field, to assist with the rehabilitation of rural and urban life, and to work with communities for sustainable development in Afghanistan.

Core Commitments and Expectations from Candidates:

CHA is dedicated to creating an environment where all staff members are committed to our core values and principles. We believe that our employees play a crucial role in maintaining the integrity and excellence of our organization. Therefore, we have outlined the following core commitments and expectations that all candidates must adhere to:

1. Adherence to CHA's Policies and Procedures: All candidates must adhere to CHA's policies and procedures, these guidelines are designed to ensure a safe, fair, and efficient working environment. Compliance with these policies is fundamental to maintaining the standards and quality of our operation
2. Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA): CHA has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation, sexual harassment and abuse. All candidates, employees, associates, and partners must comply with the PSEA policy.
3. Ethical Conduct and Integrity: Candidates are expected to maintain high standards of ethical conduct and integrity in all their professional dealings. This includes avoiding conflicts of interest, maintaining confidentiality, and adhering to anti-fraud and anti-corruption guidelines​​.
4. Commitment to Non-Discrimination and Diversity: CHA is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. Candidates must respect and promote diversity and non-discrimination based on race, gender, age, or any other protected characteristic​​.
5. Child Protection: Candidates must adhere to the Child Protection Policy, ensuring the safety and well-being of children in all CHA activities.
6. Environmental and Social Safeguards: Candidate must follow CHA's Environmental and Social Safeguard Policy to minimize environmental impact and ensure sustainable practices in all projects and operations​​.
7. Confidentiality and Data Protection: Candidates are required to maintain the confidentiality of all CHA data and information.

All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles. To ensure compliance, candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks. These checks will include the verification of academic credentials and employment history. Selected candidates may also be required to provide additional information to facilitate these checks.

By joining CHA, candidates commit to these core values and contribute to our mission of providing humanitarian assistance with the highest level of integrity and professionalism. We look forward to welcoming dedicated individuals who share our commitment to making a positive impact.

• Support the development and growth of small and medium enterprises in Dashti Archi and Baghlan-e-Jadid by providing business consultancy, capacity building, and strategic guidance.

• Facilitate the delivery of financial assistance to SMEs, ensuring that it is used effectively for business development.

• Provide technical support to SMEs, particularly women-owned businesses, on improving operational efficiency, financial management, and market competitiveness.

• Work closely with SMEs to develop business plans, marketing strategies, and financial models to ensure sustainability and growth.

• Ensure that all beneficiaries in this program are returnees, addressing their specific challenges and assisting in their reintegration into the local economy.

• Foster economic inclusion and gender equality by focusing on the empowerment of women entrepreneurs.

• Conduct regular follow-ups with the SMEs to assess progress, offer mentorship, and provide tailored solutions to business challenges.

• Liaise with local stakeholders and partners to support the success of the program and ensure alignment with community needs.

• Conducting other tasks assigned by supervisor.

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).

• At least 3-5 years of experience in business development, SME consultancy, or entrepreneurship support.

• Proven experience in working with SMEs in economic development.

• Strong understanding of the challenges faced by entrepreneurs in Afghanistan, and the ability to provide context-specific solutions.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in Dari/Pashto and English.

• Ability to develop and implement business strategies, plans, and models for small and medium enterprises.

• A proactive, problem-solving mindset with strong organizational and mentoring skills.

Interested and qualified candidates should send us their information using the link below.

https://manage.cha-net.org/jobs/6791ecda59f93d005a22cc9f

for more information please contact to this number: 0729128549