Organization for Assistance to Indigenous Resources (OAIR) is a national non-governmental organization in Afghanistan established in 2012, dedicated to supporting vulnerable communities through sustainable livelihoods, economic development, and humanitarian assistance. OAIR works across multiple sectors, including SME and MSME development, vocational skills, agriculture, and community resilience, with a strong focus on women, youth, and marginalized groups. Through partnerships with national and international organizations, OAIR implements impactful projects that promote self-reliance, income generation, and long-term socio-economic development across Afghanistan.

1. Note

This position is contingent upon the successful approval of the project proposal and associated grant funding. CVs of shortlisted candidates will be included in the grant submission to demonstrate team capacity. Employment offers will be confirmed only upon final grant approval.

2. Purpose of the Position

The Workforce Development Specialist will design, coordinate, and implement workforce development and skills-building activities under the project, with a focus on employability, SMEs and MSMEs support, and inclusive job creation for women, youth, returnees, IDPs, and other vulnerable groups.

3. Key Responsibilities

Workforce & Skills Development

• Design and implement workforce development strategies aligned with project objectives
• Assess labor market and skills gaps relevant to SMEs and MSMEs
• Develop and deliver training curricula on employability, technical skills, and soft skills
• Support beneficiaries with job readiness, workplace skills, and productivity improvement

SMEs & MSMEs Engagement

• Coordinate with SMEs and MSMEs to identify workforce needs
• Support enterprises in improving workforce productivity and retention
• Facilitate linkages between trained beneficiaries and local employers

Training & Capacity Building

• Organize and supervise vocational, on-the-job, and business-related training activities
• Ensure training approaches are inclusive, gender-sensitive, and demand-driven
• Monitor training quality and participant progress

Monitoring, Reporting & Documentation

• Track workforce development indicators and outcomes
• Contribute to project reports, success stories, and lessons learned
• Maintain accurate beneficiary and training records

Coordination & Compliance

• Work closely with the Project Manager and project team to ensure alignment with work plans
• Ensure compliance with donor policies, safeguarding standards, and organizational procedures
• Coordinate with local institutions, training providers, and community stakeholders

4. Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Education, Business Administration, Economics, Development Studies, or related field
• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience in workforce development, vocational training, or livelihoods programs
• Experience working with SMEs and MSMEs and employment-focused projects
• Experience supporting women, youth, returnees, IDPs, or vulnerable populations
• Familiarity with donor-funded projects is an advantage

5. Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong facilitation and training skills
• Knowledge of labor market development and employability approaches
• Ability to work with diverse communities and stakeholders
• Strong coordination, communication, and reporting skills
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Fluency in English and local languages (Dari/Pashto)

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