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Call for CVs: Institutional Strengthening (IS) Expert (SME Pool

Adroit Associates
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Position Title: Call for CVs: Institutional Strengthening (IS) Expert (SME Pool

2026-02-11    Badakhshan, Badghis, Baghlan, Balkh, Bamian, Daikondi, Farah, Faryab, Ghazni, Ghowr, Helmand, Herat, Jawzjan, Kabul, Kandahar, Kapisa, Khost, Kunar, Kunduz, Laghman, Logar, Nangarhar, Nimruz, Nuristan, Oruzgan, Paktia, Panjshir, Parwan, Samangan, Sar-e Pol, Takhar, Maidan Wardak, Zabul, Paktika     Part Time     162

Job Location: Badakhshan, Badghis, Baghlan, Balkh, Bamian, Daikondi, Farah, Faryab, Ghazni, Ghowr, Helmand, Herat, Jawzjan, Kabul, Kandahar, Kapisa, Khost, Kunar, Kunduz, Laghman, Logar, Nangarhar, Nimruz, Nuristan, Oruzgan, Paktia, Panjshir, Parwan, Samangan, Sar-e Pol, Takhar, Maidan Wardak, Zabul, Paktika
Nationality: Afghan
Category: Agriculture Consultant Management Program Training Capacity Building
Employment Type: Part Time
Salary: As per the company salary scale
Vacancy Number: AA-IS-SME-POOL-AFG-2026
No. Of Jobs: 0
City: Kabul
Organization: Adroit Associates
Years of Experience: Minimum 5 years of relevant IS/OD experience in Afghanistan or similar fragile contexts.
Contract Duration: Roster-based / Short-term & Medium-term (as per assignment needs)
Gender: Male/Female
Education: Master’s degree required in public administration, management, organizational development, social sciences, development studies, economics, or related fields.
Close date: 2026-02-11

About Adroit Associates:

Adroit Associates is a locally rooted social impact firm specializing in four core domains: Research and Analysis, Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL), Institutional Strengthening, and Engineering & Infrastructure Advisory (EIA). Established in 2009, we combine conflict-resilient local expertise with rigorous, data-driven methods to design and deliver solutions that create lasting impact in complex and fragile environments.

Headquartered in the United States, with country offices in Afghanistan and Ethiopia, Adroit brings together a global team of professionals who share a deep commitment to driving positive change. Our on-the-ground presence, local partnerships, and strong field logistics enable us to generate reliable evidence, navigate challenging contexts, and support clients in making informed, impact-focused decisions.

We work with governments, civil society organizations, international aid and development agencies, and the private sector to deliver tailored, high-quality services. Leveraging advanced analytics, robust management systems, and technology-enabled collaboration, we help our clients design, implement, and scale interventions that are effective, inclusive, and sustainable for the communities they serve.

Job Descriptions:

Adroit Associates invites qualified and committed Institutional Strengthening (IS) professionals to apply for inclusion in our IS Subject-Matter Expert (SME) Pool for Afghanistan, supporting immediate and upcoming assignments.

This call is linked to current and upcoming projects, including institutional capacity assessments, organizational development, capacity development programs, systems strengthening, governance support, and related technical assistance across multiple regions. Selected experts will be prioritized for short- and medium-term consultancies, many expected to commence on short notice.

This opportunity is ideal for IS professionals who want to contribute to high-impact work in complex and fragile contexts while engaging with a trusted and established consulting firm.

Why Work with Adroit Associates?

By joining Adroit Associates’ IS expert pool, you will:

  • Contribute to High-Impact Work: Support stronger institutions that deliver better services and results for communities in Afghanistan and Ethiopia.
  • Access to Immediate & Upcoming Assignments: Be prioritized for rapid deployment to short-term and medium-term IS consultancies.
  • Expand Your Professional Network: Collaborate with national and international experts, donors, and implementing partners.
  • Strengthen Your Profile: Engage in diverse assignments across sectors and institutional reform areas, increasing your technical depth and visibility.
  • Work with a Trusted Firm: Join an ISO-certified organization with a strong track record in fragile and complex operating environments.

Who We Are Looking For?

We are seeking experienced Institutional Strengthening professionals with demonstrated experience working in Afghanistan, particularly those who are deployment-ready and comfortable operating in complex environments.

Core Technical Expertise (one or more of the following):

  • Organizational Capacity Assessments (OCA) and institutional diagnostics
  • Organizational Development (OD) and change management
  • Governance and leadership strengthening (structures, roles, decision-making)
  • Strategic planning and operational planning support
  • Policy, procedure, and SOP development (HR, procurement, finance, operations, safeguarding, etc.)
  • Systems strengthening (workflow improvement, controls, accountability, compliance)
  • Performance management systems (KPI frameworks, appraisal systems, team effectiveness)
  • Training design and facilitation (capacity building, coaching, mentoring, ToT)
  • Process mapping and business process improvement
  • Institutional risk management (fraud risk, compliance risk, operational risk)
  • Partner capacity strengthening (CSO/NGO capacity support, mentorship, accompaniment)
  • MEL for institutional strengthening (capacity indicators, progress tracking, learning loops)

Sectoral Experience (strong asset):

  • Governance & public service delivery
  • Civil society / NGO strengthening
  • Health & Nutrition
  • Education
  • WASH
  • Food Security & Livelihoods
  • Protection & Gender
  • Climate & Environment
  • Agriculture
  • Natural Resource Management (NRM)
  • Disaster Risk Reduction / resilience programming

Types of Assignments

Rostered experts may be engaged for:

  • Institutional assessments and capacity development plans
  • Development/revision of policies, procedures, manuals, SOPs, and governance frameworks
  • Partner capacity strengthening and accompaniment support
  • Training delivery, coaching, mentoring, and ToT (including learning materials/toolkits)
  • Performance improvement initiatives, workflow optimization, and internal controls strengthening
  • Strategic planning support, organizational restructuring, and role clarification
  • Compliance, accountability, and risk management strengthening (including safeguarding mainstreaming)

Note: Several assignments are expected to be mobilized on short notice. Experts included in this pool will be contacted first based on availability, sectoral fit, and technical expertise.

Job Requirements:

  • Education: Master’s degree required in public administration, management, organizational development, social sciences, development studies, economics, or related fields.
  • Experience: Minimum 5 years of relevant Institutional Strenghthening / Organizational Development experience in Afghanistan or similar fragile contexts.
  • Languages: Professional proficiency in English; fluency in Pashto and Dari languages required
  • Key Skills:
    • Strong analytical, facilitation, and institutional writing skills (policies, SOPs, strategies, manuals)
    • Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams
    • Willingness and ability to travel to provinces/regions
    • High ethical standards, including safeguarding and data protection compliance
    • Familiarity with donor requirements (UN agencies, FCDO, EU, World Bank, etc.)
  • Professional Mindset: Collaborative, adaptive, culturally sensitive, and committed to strengthening systems and institutional performance.

Submission Guidelines:

Interested candidates should email the following:

  1. Updated CV (max 5–7 pages; highlight Afghanistan Institutional Strenghthening experience)

  2. Daily rate (AFN/USD)

  3. Availability status (full-time, part-time, or on-call)

Submission Email: jobs@adroitassociates.org
Email Subject (Mandatory): IS SME Pool – Afghanistan
Note: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; early applications are strongly encouraged.

Submission Email:

jobs@adroitassociates.org

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