Program Intern

Established on February 8, 2006, the Afghan Youth Services Organization (AYSO) is a multi-donor, multi-sectoral, non-political, and non-profit organization committed to empowering Afghan communities.

With operations spanning all 34 provinces of Afghanistan, including underserved and conflict-affected areas, AYSO works collaboratively with international agencies, government bodies, and local stakeholders to deliver inclusive, innovative, and sustainable solutions.

Guided by core values of independence, accountability, and professionalism, AYSO addresses critical challenges in health, nutrition, Food Security and Agriculture (FSAC), Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH), Education, Protection, Youth Support, Gender, Infrastructure, Vocational Training, Social and Behavior Change (SBC) / Community Engagement and Participation, and emergency response.

The Program Support Intern will assist in the implementation of program activities and projects while supporting the program team in daily operational tasks. The intern will contribute to reporting, documentation, coordination, and monitoring activities to ensure smooth program delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Program Support

• Assist in the implementation of program activities and projects.
• Support the program team in daily operational tasks.

Documentation & Reporting

• Assist in preparing reports, presentations, and maintaining documentation.
• Ensure proper filing and record-keeping of program data.

Monitoring & Evaluation Support

• Support data collection, data entry, and basic analysis under supervision.
• Assist in tracking project progress and outputs.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Assist in organizing meetings, workshops, and events.
• Support communication with partners and beneficiaries as required.

Administrative Support

• Provide general administrative support to the program team.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Learning Opportunities

• Practical exposure to NGO program management.
• Hands-on experience in reporting, coordination, and teamwork.
• Understanding of monitoring and evaluation processes.

Educational Background

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Development Studies, Public Health, or a related field.

Professional Experience

• No prior work experience required.
• Internship or volunteer experience in NGOs or community projects is an advantage.

Skills and Competencies

Technical Skills

• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Familiarity with project management concepts is an asset.

Language Skills

• Fluency in English (written and spoken) is required.
• Knowledge of local languages is an advantage.

Interpersonal Skills

• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a professional environment.

Analytical Skills

• Basic data collection and organizational skills.
• Interest in learning monitoring and evaluation processes.

Please submit CV to hr@ayso.org.af  
Applications after the closing date (12:00 AM) will not be accepted.
Please Indicate the position title and vacancy Number in the Subject Line otherwise your application will not be considered.
Please note that there is no telephonic inquiry and only shortlisted applicants will be contacted and called for an Interview.
AYSO zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination. AYSO also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct.