The Environmental Protection Trainings and Development Organization (EPTDO) is a well-recognized climate change focused NGO, operating in all provinces of Afghanistan. This organization is led by a team of specialists in climate change, agriculture, and water—many of whom hold PhDs from various countries.

The EPTDO primary focus areas include climate change adaptation and mitigation, as well as disaster risk reduction (DRR) and Waste Management. Our vision, mission and thematic areas of function are aligning with the core principles of the United Nations, and we are proud to be the only accredited NGO in Afghanistan by the UNFCCC, UNEP, UNCCD, GEF-CSOs Network and the UN established CLIMATE CHARTER. This accreditation allowing us to participate in the United Nations international conference in the world. In our participation, we advocate for the climate actions and we raise awareness of the people about the vulnerability of Afghanistan. 

We have successfully participated in several UN-COP conferences, including COP27, COP28, COP29, and COP16-UNCCD, underscores our commitment to global dialogues. We are currently preparing for COP30, which will take place in Brazil, with the aim of collaborating on international commitments, raising awareness about Afghanistan's climate challenges, and advocating for urgent climate action.

In 2019, a group of male and female experts, activists and dedicated youths established the EPTDO and a volunteer network for climate actions. In 2020 the EPTDO was officially registered with the Ministry of Economy of Afghanistan. The governance structure of the EPTDO organizations consists of 5 board members (2 females and 3 male) with executive committee members lead by the Founder and Chief Executive Director and a female who serves as Programme Manager. Several units within the EPTDO organization are led by female members. 

Our work focuses on protecting the environment and promoting sustainable development across Afghanistan. We strive to build resilient communities and ecosystems by emphasizing climate adaptation, livelihood and agricultural development, and gender equality. 

Additionally, we aim to mitigate the severe impacts of climate change through the following thematic areas: 

• Climate Change Adaptation

• Climate Change Mitigation

• Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR)

• Biodiversity Conservation

• Land Restoration/Conservation – Agroforestation

• Capacity Building and Training

• Women's Inclusion/Gender Equality

The EPTDO has a proven track record of successfully implementing a variety of complex climate change and environmental programs and projects, both independently and on behalf of donor organizations. Our efforts have been recognized by several international organizations and agencies, reflecting our commitment to impactful environmental action.

We are seeking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Admin & Finance Officer to manage the administrative and financial functions of our organization. In this role, you will ensure smooth office operations, oversee financial planning and reporting, and support compliance with relevant policies and regulations. Your attention to detail and strong organizational skills will be essential in maintaining efficient and effective organizational processes.

The ideal candidate will bring a combination of leadership, financial expertise, and administrative knowledge to support the organization’s overall success. You will work closely with different teams to ensure accurate financial management, timely reporting, and adherence to organizational policies. Your contributions will help create a well-functioning work environment and promote sustainable organizational growth.

Key Responsibilities:

Administrative Duties

• Oversee day-to-day office operations, including facilities management, procurement, and maintenance.
• Manage administrative staff and coordinate support services.
• Develop and implement office policies and procedures.
• Handle correspondence, communication, and scheduling for senior management.
• Maintain accurate records of organizational documents and administrative files.
• Provide weekly and monthly report to executive director.
• Any other tasks assigned to him by senior management.

Finance Duties

• Prepare, monitor, and control budgets; oversee financial planning and forecasting.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and expense reporting.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies, internal controls, and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct financial analysis and prepare reports for management review.
• Liaise with auditors, banks, and other financial institutions.

1. Education

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in economics or any other related discipline from an accredited institution.
• Any finance-related certificate from an accredited global institution is an asset.

2. Work Experience

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in the area of financial management and reporting in Afghanistan or similar settings.
• Having advanced-level knowledge of Excel is an asset.

3. Language Skills

• Fluency in Pashto and Dari is required.
• Working in oral and written English is required.

4. Team Leadership and Development

• Supervise and mentor administrative and finance staff.
• Facilitate training and professional development initiatives.

5. Risk Management

• Ensure adherence to legal, financial, and organizational policies.
• Maintain proper documentation for audits and statutory reporting.
• Identify financial risks and develop mitigation strategies.

Interested applicants are invited to apply for this position by submitting the following documents:

• An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• A Letter of Interest highlighting relevant qualifications and experience

Applications should be sent via email to eptdohr@gmail.com no later than 25 December 2025 (COB – Close of Business). Please clearly mention the position title in the subject line of your email.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further assessment.