Development and Humanitarian Services for Afghanistan (DHSA) established in 1992, the mission of DHSA is to redefine development in Afghanistan by promoting a dynamic and capable civil society as a means to foster local ownership of development, dignity and a peaceful & sustainable future for all Afghans.

Throughout the 1990’s, DHSA focused primarily on drawing strength from local knowledge and traditional relationships to fill gaps, caused by a weak national government and absence of public services. During this time, DHSA focused on activities such as water sanitation and irrigation, education, food assistance to drought affected populations, and rural rehabilitation, matching local know-how with the financial and political support from international aid agencies and donors such as EC, USAID, WFP, WHO, the UN, Canada fund/Care International and Novib.

The political changes brought by the Bonn Agreement in 2001 allowed DHSA to add development of civil society in Afghanistan – through its media, education and various community development projects – to its portfolio, in addition to humanitarian assistance.

To achieve its mission, DHSA presently operates five activities:

• Humanitarian Activities
• Public Media and Communication (TKG),
• Education
• Cultural Heritage
• Environmental Protection

Job Summary:

The Program Officer is responsible for overseeing the planning, implementation, and coordination of projects and programs at various levels. Key responsibilities include ensuring compliance with donor requirements, monitoring project activities, drafting proposals, attending coordination and cluster meetings, and maintaining strong communication with stakeholders, including government authorities, donors, and partner organizations. The role also involves staff capacity building, risk analysis, and timely reporting to ensure effective project execution and organizational accountability.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee the planning, implementation, reporting, and coordination of activities at central, provincial, and district levels.
• Advise the project/program team on proper implementation, donor reporting, and compliance with donor requirements.
• Conduct regular risk analysis across projects and programs, providing updates to management.
• Ensure project and program contracts are well understood by the team and that contractual obligations are met efficiently and on time.
• Monitor project/program activities, identify challenges, and collaborate with the program manager to resolve them.
• Facilitate donor evaluations and monitoring visits by providing necessary support.
• Serve as a liaison between DHSA and government ministries/departments.
• Maintain strong coordination and communication with authorities, donors, NGOs, partner organizations, communities, and project teams.
• Assist in developing concept notes and drafting project proposals.
• Represent the organization in donor, government, and NGO coordination meetings in the absence of the program manager.
• Attend and actively participate in cluster meetings, coordination platforms, and other relevant forums.
• Follow up on project activities to ensure timely implementation and address any emerging issues.
• Ensure timely submission of reports (monthly, quarterly, project initiation, semi-annual, and annual) to donors and government entities.
• Secure MoUs and other official project-related documents from government ministries/directorates.
• Oversee staff development, identify training needs, and ensure effective capacity-building opportunities, including on-the-job training and external workshops.
• Monitor project activities using standard formats and report findings to the program manager.
• Uphold transparency, accountability, and good governance in all activities.
• Perform any other tasks assigned by the line manager.

• Bachelor Degree civil engineering, BBA, or other major fields in economics.
• 3-5 Years of work experience as Program Officer position with NGOs
• Ability to travel to provincial and  district level on need basis
• Excellent written and verbal communication, in English, Pashto and Dari
• Desirable Procurement and Contract Management Skills
• Proficiency with the computer (MS Office package)
• Decision-making, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills are required

Please submit your CV and cover letter to jobs@dhsa.af clearly mention the vacancy number and job title in the subject line DHSA/TKG (05-25) Program Officer , Application without subject line will not be considered.

Note: Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.
DHSA/TKG is an equal opportunity employer and both genders are urged to apply.