The Youth’s Assembly for Afghanistan Rehabilitation (YAAR) is a national, non-governmental, and non-profit organization founded in 1994, register no. 157, to deliver humanitarian assistance and support Afghanistan’s long-term recovery. Over the last three decades, YAAR has grown into a capable and community-focused organization with experience working in more than 17 provinces  and implemented multisectoral projects in partnership with UN agencies, INGOs, embassies, and local institutions.

Job Summary

The Hospital Supervisor is responsible for overseeing hospital operations at the provincial and facility levels, ensuring alignment with national health strategies, EPHS standards, and Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) policies. The role ensures high-quality service delivery, proper resource utilization, staff capacity development, and effective coordination between hospital departments and lower-level health facilities. The Hospital Supervisor works closely with the YAAR management team to strengthen hospital performance and quality of care.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic & Policy Implementation

• Integrate national hospital/EPHS strategies, policies, and MoPH standards at provincial and hospital levels.
• Ensure hospital services are delivered in accordance with Ministry of Public Health (MoPH) policies and national guidelines.
• Supervise hospital services and quality of care based on Essential Package of Hospital Services (EPHS) and Basic Package of Health Services (BPHS) standards as a member of the YAAR supervision team.
• Ensure all inpatient, outpatient, emergency, surgical, maternity, and other services operate according to national EPHS standards.

2. Leadership & Coordination

• Assist the YAAR management team in hospital-related issues at the provincial level.
• Conduct monthly coordination meetings with hospital department heads and focal points to discuss progress, challenges, needs, and solutions.
• Participate actively in hospital-related workshops, coordination meetings, and forums at provincial and national levels.
• Identify, address, or refer hospital staff and service delivery issues to relevant departments as required.
• Carry out any additional duties assigned by the supervisor and perform other project-related tasks as needed.

3. Clinical Standards & Quality Assurance

• Ensure all hospital staff (doctors, nurses, midwives, technicians) are aware of and adhere to national clinical guidelines, treatment protocols, and quality standards.
• Update hospital staff on new national documents, guidelines, and MoPH policies.
• Train and support hospital staff in line with national guidelines and quality improvement initiatives.
• Evaluate training needs and identify opportunities to strengthen staff capacity at facility and provincial levels.
• Supervise and monitor quality of care and service delivery to ensure compliance with EPHS/BPHS standards.

4. Human Resources Support

• Facilitate recruitment of hospital staff in collaboration with HR and relevant officers.
• Support performance improvement and professional development of hospital personnel.

5. Resource & Supply Management

• Ensure availability and proper utilization of hospital equipment, medicines, supplies, and tools in accordance with national standards.
• Monitor stock levels and coordinate with relevant departments to prevent shortages or misuse of resources.

6. Referral System Strengthening

• Improve referral and counter-referral mechanisms between hospitals and lower-level health facilities including:
  • Health Posts (HP)
  • Sub Centers (SC)
  • Basic Health Centers (BHC)
  • Comprehensive Health Centers (CHC)
• Strengthen coordination between hospital services and community-level healthcare providers.

7. Monitoring, Reporting & Data Management

• Analyze hospital data including admissions, discharges, mortality rates, referrals, and key performance indicators.
• Prepare and submit comprehensive monthly activity and performance reports.
• Use data findings to recommend improvements in service delivery and quality of care.

1. 1. Medical Doctor (MD) degree from a recognized medical university or college (mandatory for clinical oversight and supervision authority) Medical specialist is preferred.
   2. At least 5 years of proven experience in hospital supervision, clinical management, quality assurance, or EPHS/BPHS hospital projects (experience in provincial/district hospitals preferred).
   3. Strong communication skills; fluent in English, Pashto, and Dari with excellent speaking and writing abilities.
   4. Proficient computing skills – word processing (Word), spreadsheet design and data analysis (Excel), and presentations (PowerPoint or similar tools).
   5. Excellent management capabilities including problem-solving, conflict resolution, capacity development, teamwork, cross-cultural and gender sensitivity; ability to perform effectively under pressure in harsh conditions, handle confidential and politically sensitive issues responsibly and maturely, and travel throughout the province while respecting organizational confidentiality.
   6. Valid Afghanistan Medical Council (AMC) registration card/license is mandatory for MD applicants. A copy of the valid AMC card must be attached to the CV/application.

Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse:

Actively promote PSEA (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse) standards within YAAR and amongst beneficiaries served by YAAR.

Safeguarding:

It is all staff’s shared responsibility and obligation to safeguard and protect populations with whom we work, including adults who may be particularly vulnerable and children. This includes safeguarding from the following conduct by our staff or partners: sexual exploitation and abuse; exploitation, neglect, or abuse of children and adults at risk; and any form of trafficking in persons.

Please note:

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a written test and/or interview.

• Incomplete applications or those received after the closing date will not be considered.

• YAAR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Submission Guideline

Interested candidates are requested to submit their updated CV and Cover Letter (combined in a single PDF Only file) via email to recruitment@yaar.af

Please clearly mention the Position Title and Vacancy Number in the email subject line (YAAR-GZN/Hospital Supervisor-001); otherwise, your application will not be considered.