AEHDA-Org Mission

AEHDA is committed to empowering Afghan women, youth, children, and vulnerable groups by providing accessible, quality, and sustainable education, healthcare, mental health and psychosocial support, livelihood opportunities, and essential services.

 We strive to foster community resilience, social cohesion, and economic growth, ultimately contributing to a prosperous and self-reliant Afghanistan

Guiding Strategic Principles

AEHDA is dedicated to fulfilling its mission through contextual, participatory, results-oriented, transparent, and accountable services. Our approach emphasizes professionalism, gender sensitivity, and the empowerment of Afghan communities, especially women, through the following strategic principles:

• Community and Women Empowerment: We prioritize decentralized, bottom-up approaches that foster real participation, allowing communities, especially women, to play an active role in their development.
• Contextual Integration: Incorporating local insights and recommendations into strategy and policy decision-making processes at national and sub-national levels to ensure our work is relevant and impactful.
• Sustainable Development: Promoting development that meets the needs of today without compromising future generations, emphasizing resilience and long-term community well-being.
• Public-Private Partnership and Ownership: Building partnerships that bridge public and private sectors, encouraging shared responsibility and ownership of outcomes.
• One Health Approach: Addressing interconnected health risks among people, animals, and the environment to improve overall health outcomes.
• Results-Based Management: Focusing on measurable outcomes and continuous improvement in program delivery to maximize impact.
• Management Efficiency: Streamlining operations and resource allocation to enhance organizational effectiveness and accountability.
• Partnership Development and Coordination: Strengthening collaborations with various stakeholders to create a cohesive and supportive network for sustainable change.
• Creating Opportunities for Personal Development: Fostering an environment in which individuals can realize their potential and express their unique talents and abilities.

AEHDA-Org Objectives:

To contribute towards its strategic goal, AEHDA pursues following specific objectives:

1. Educational Empowerment
   1. Improve access to quality education for Afghan women, children, and underserved communities through policy advocacy, infrastructure development, educator training, and culturally relevant curricula.
   2. Promote literacy and skills development programs for lifelong learning, focusing on marginalized groups.
2. Healthcare and Nutrition
   1. Expand healthcare services emphasizing maternal, neonatal, and child health (MNCH) and communicable disease control (CDC) to improve outcomes in diverse communities.
   2. Implement community-based nutrition programs addressing malnutrition through sustainable practices and nutrition education.
3. Food Security for Targeted Groups
   1. Ensure need-based food distribution to vulnerable groups in regions affected by food insecurity.
   2. Partner with local organizations for the efficient distribution of culturally appropriate food supplies.
4. Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS)
   1. Develop and expand MHPSS programs focusing on Afghan women, children, and conflict-affected individuals.
   2. Train local mental health practitioners to deliver culturally sensitive, trauma-informed MHPSS services.
5. Sustainable Development
   1. Integrate One Health principles addressing health risks between people, animals, and the environment.
   2. Launch awareness campaigns promoting sustainable agricultural and environmental practices.
6. Research and Advocacy
   1. Conduct evidence-based research on health, education, and social issues for data-driven advocacy.
   2. Advocate for policies improving access to essential services and protecting the rights of vulnerable communities.
7. Community Empowerment
   1. Strengthen community resilience through training for community leaders, healthcare service providers, teachers, and community activists.
   2. Empower women-led organizations and local initiatives for sustainable, community-driven change.
8. Emergency Response
   1. Develop and implement emergency response frameworks addressing crises with immediate aid and recovery planning.
   2. Ensure rapid responses for food security, WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene), and mental health support.

AEHDA Org Principles and Core Values

• Justice
• Independency
• Integrity
• Transparency and Accountability
• Impartiality
• Professionalism
• Neutral
• Transparency & Accountability
• Innovation and creativity
• Volunteerism and activism

AEHDA Org Strategic Areas of Operation:

In light of organization values and in direction of achieving its objectives, AEHDA will deliver its services in following strategic areas of operations:

• Contemporary Education
• One Health Approaches
• Health Care Services Delivery
• Nutrition services
• Food security and Agriculture
• Advocacy and Communication
• Training and Capacity Building
• Research and Development
• Mobile Health Services for Nomadic and Vulnerable Populations

AEHDA Organization

JOB DESCRIPTION  

Terms of Reference (ToR).

CBR Capacity Building & Research Officer

Terms of Reference (ToR) for the position of Capacity Building & Research Officer for AEHDA’s multi-sectoral Health, WASH, and Protection Programs in Kabul and Herat (hybrid duty station):

Position Title: Capacity Building & Research Officer
Project Title: Health, WASH, and Protection Interventions
Duty Station: Kabul and Herat (hybrid: in-office and field-based work)
Duration: 12 months (extendable up to 3 years based on performance and funding availability)
Probation Period: 3 months
Reporting to: Technical Program Manager / Senior MEAL Officer

1. Background

AEHDA is a humanitarian and development organization working across Afghanistan to improve access to health care, WASH services, and protection support for vulnerable populations. Capacity building and operational research are key pillars of AEHDA’s programming strategy to ensure high-quality, evidence-based, and sustainable interventions. The organization seeks to strengthen the capabilities of health workers, field teams, and stakeholders through structured training and practical research initiatives.

2. Purpose of the Position

The Capacity Building & Research Officer will design, implement, and monitor training initiatives and research activities that contribute to improved service delivery and institutional learning. The officer will coordinate training programs, conduct field assessments, and contribute to knowledge generation across AEHDA’s projects. This position bridges operational needs with strategic development through structured learning and research.

3. Key Responsibilities

Capacity Building
• Identify training needs among field teams, partners, and community workers.
• Design, coordinate, and facilitate capacity-building sessions, workshops, and learning events.
• Develop and adapt training materials, job aids, and guidelines tailored to program needs.
• Support the implementation of continuous professional development plans for staff.
• Maintain a training database and track participant feedback and post-training evaluations.
• Collaborate with program managers to ensure integration of capacity-building into project cycles.

Research
• Assist in designing operational research studies, surveys, and assessments.
• Contribute to data collection tools, protocols, ethical considerations, and field coordination.
• Compile, analyze, and report findings with practical recommendations.
• Liaise with external academic or research partners as needed.
• Draft briefs, reports, and publications based on research outcomes.
• Ensure that research aligns with donor requirements, AEHDA objectives, and MoPH standards.

Cross-cutting
• Promote gender-sensitive and inclusive approaches in all training and research.
• Support internal learning events and after-action reviews.
• Ensure compliance with AEHDA's MEAL and PSEA standards throughout activities.

6. Reporting Line

The Capacity Building & Research Officer reports directly to the Technical Program Manager and coordinates closely with the MEAL and Program Implementation teams in both Kabul and Herat.

7. PSEA and Compliance

The officer must fully comply with AEHDA’s Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) Policy, Child Safeguarding Policy, Code of Conduct, and all compliance procedures related to ethical research and training conduct.

8. Working Conditions

• Hybrid duty station (Kabul/Herat), with field travel to project sites when necessary.
• Full-time position: 5 working days/week (Saturday to Wednesday).
• May require occasional evening or weekend sessions during training or field research.

9. Interdiction Clause

Any instance of unethical conduct, data manipulation, harassment, or violation of AEHDA’s values and policies will lead to immediate disciplinary action, including potential termination of contract and referral to relevant authorities if necessary.

4. Qualifications

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Social Sciences, Education, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in capacity building, training, or applied research, preferably with NGOs.
• Experience in adult learning methodologies and participatory training techniques.
• Familiarity with qualitative and quantitative research methods and tools (e.g., KAP, FGDs, SPSS, Kobo).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Dari/Pashto.
• Strong facilitation, reporting, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and online collaboration tools (e.g., Zoom, Teams).

5. Core Competencies

• Strong organizational and analytical thinking
• Excellent communication and team collaboration
• Cultural sensitivity and adaptability
• Capacity to work independently and under tight deadlines
• Commitment to evidence-based programming and local empowerment

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