Country Director

Sadath Foundation is a humanitarian NGO registered in Australia and Afghanistan. We combine Afghan and Australian expertise to improve the lives of vulnerable Afghans. We work in the health and water sectors, especially primary health care, training and mental health.

Position Summary

The Country Director (CD) provides strategic vision, executive leadership, and operational oversight for Sadath Foundation’s work in Afghanistan. As the primary representative in-country, the CD leads organisation growth, oversees program planning and delivery, strengthens donor relations, and manages national staff. The CD ensures strict statutory compliance with Afghan authorities and international donor standards while safeguarding organizational resources and personnel.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Direction & Program Delivery

• Lead the conceptualization, design, and execution of high-impact community programs aligned with Sadath Foundation’s mandate.

• Establish monitoring, evaluation, and reporting mechanisms to ensure timely project deliverables and evidence-based results.

• Identify humanitarian and development funding priorities and draft project proposals to secure institutional and private funding.

2. Donor Relations & Representation

• Serve as the principal liaison for international donors, partner agencies, UN clusters, and relevant coordination bodies.

• Represent Sadath Foundation in negotiations, sector coordination meetings, and community engagements to expand the organization’s footprint.

3. Compliance, Governance & Legal Standing

• Ensure organizational compliance with the Ministry of Economy (MoEc) and relevant line ministries.

• Align all field operations, procurement, and HR practices with international humanitarian principles, "Do No Harm" protocols, and donor-specific compliance frameworks.

4. Financial & Operational Oversight

• Maintain responsibility for the Afghanistan country portfolio, including annual budget development and cash-flow monitoring.

• Implement internal financial controls to safeguard against fraud, waste, and mismanagement.

5. Team Leadership & Security Management

• Supervise, mentor, and build the capacity of national team members, promoting an equitable, professional work environment.

• Maintain contextual awareness and security protocols to safeguard field personnel, assets, and project sites across operational areas.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in International Development, Health, Medicine or a related field
• Experience: At least 2 years experience in humanitarian work in Afghanistan or a similar context.
• Skills: Strong leadership, integrity, cross-cultural communication, and donor/government liaison skills.

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their CV and cover letter to:

hello@sadathfoundation.org.au