About Aga Khan Foundation:
The Aga Khan Foundation, Afghanistan (AKF (Afg)) is an agency of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), a group of international, private, non-denominational development agencies working to improve living conditions and opportunities for people in some of the poorest parts of the developing world. The Network’s organizations have individual mandates that range from the fields of health and education to architecture, rural development and promotion of private-sector enterprise and institutions that seek to empower communities and individuals, usually in disadvantaged circumstances, to improve living conditions and opportunities.
The Aga Khan Foundation (AKF) is a non-denominational international development agency established in 1967 by His Highness the Aga Khan. Its mission is to develop and promote creative solutions to problems that impede social development, primarily in Asia and East Africa. Created as a private, non-profit foundation under Swiss law, it has branches and independent affiliates in 19 countries.
AKF seeks to provide sustainable solutions to long-term problems of poverty, hunger, illiteracy, and ill health. In Afghanistan, AKF works with rural communities in mountainous, remote or resource poor areas to improve quality of life in the areas of natural resource management, market development, governance, education, and health.
Job Description:
POSITION OBJECTIVE
To implement the capacity building program such as trainings, campaigns, meeting, etc at communities and provide technical assistance to community based plat forms and maintain good coordination with targeted communities, government and health facility staff.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
To conduct health related training for community volunteer groups such as Religious leaders and community elders, CHWs, FHAG and others and in targeted population
To participate in all capacity building training regarding the health conduct at regional, provincial and national levels.
Conduct awareness session with adoption of MoPH guidance for the communities and conduct trainings on other health related topics such as Reproductive health, nutrition and psycho-social services.
Assist and collaborate with the health team in planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the health projects.
To ensure the existence of IEC and equipment for all Religious leaders, CHWs and its usage/utilization by CHWs and community based volunteer groups and members.
Closely monitor the projects implementation in the regions, follow up the activities based on Yearly Plan of Operation (YPO).
Collaboratively work with regional health coordinator and regional health program team to ensure the required reports of health activities are produced properly and in a timely manner.
To develop working relationships with target community elders, health facilities for provision of quality health education and providing support for referrals.
To have good coordination with other stakeholders in the targeted areas for effective implementation of the health project in health program areas and should have close coordination with health facilities.
To play an active role in strengthening the coordination among the AKF, local government and communities.
To participate in coordination meeting arranged at regional levels by the government authorities and other stakeholders if required.
Keep accurate records of all health interventions relevant documents.
Comply with AKF policies and practice with respect to child protection, code of conduct, health and safety, equal opportunities and other relevant policies and procedures.
Respect the target communities’ cultures, traditions and customs.
Respect all AKF policies, rules and regulations and practice accordingly.
OCCASIONAL SIGNIFICANT DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Participation in meetings are held at provincial level on regular bases and at national level when requested.
Contribute to data collection and analysis of health issues and provide support for conduct of any assessment.
Participation in meetings are held at provincial level on regular bases and at national level when requested.
Job Requirements:
JOB SPECIFICATION
Medical Doctor or experienced Midwife and Nurse having experience of religious leaders trainings.
At least 3 years’ specific experience with working in health-related projects at community level especially with community elders and religious leaders.
Medium computer skill knowledge specifically Excel (for preparing of reports)
Ability to communicate in English, and local languages verbally and in writing.
Must be able to travel to the project sites.
REQUIRED CORE COMPETENCIES
The candidate must have the ability to work with different people, especially religious leaders and in different working circumstances.
Skill of working in a team and as an individual.
Accountability.
Effective communication and training skills to discuss and negotiate agreements on specific issues with a variety of partners.
Good writing skills to draft the project progress reports and other required documents.
Effective communication skills and self-confidence.
Submission Guideline:
APPLICATION
Interested applicants should submit their CV along with a cover letter to [email protected] no later than 14th April 2025.
Important Notes:
Please quote the Vacancy Number as the Subject of the e-mail when applying.
No supporting documents (e.g., diplomas, recommendation letters, identification card(s) etc.) are required at this stage.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for further assessment (local resident will be preferred).
Salary scale: Grade E based on NTA Salary scale.
The Aga Khan Foundation Afghanistan (AKF- Afg) promotes a transparent and equitable recruitment process. We reiterate that all services related to job applications, including processing, seminars, and training programs, are provided free of charge.
Our official job announcements are posted on the ACBAR website (acbar.org/jobs). Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications through our designated email address: [email protected]. Please note that each job vacancy is assigned a unique identification number for your reference. After you submit your application, you will immediately receive an automatic confirmation acknowledging its receipt.
Aga Khan Foundation – Afghanistan (AKF- Afg) recruitment and selection process reflect our commitment to equal opportunity and protecting children and at-risk adults, beneficiaries, partners, community members and employees from safeguarding violations. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children and at-risk adults are recruited to work for us. In the process of recruitment, selection and appointment AKF (Afg) implement a range of procedures and vetting checks including criminal records disclosures to ensure everyone associated with AKF (Afg) is kept free from harm and abuse is prevented.
Protection from Sexual Exploitation Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH) is the responsibility of everyone, and all selected individuals will be required to comply with AKF (Afg)s Safeguarding Policy at all times.
By sharing your cover letter and resume with AKF (Afg) in response to this job application, applicants consent AKF (Afg) to keep this information on file for Recruitment and Human Resources Management purposes.
We request all job seekers to be attentive and report any instances of individuals or entities claiming to charge fees on behalf of AKF Afghanistan to [email protected]. Our commitment to ethical practices ensures that your career aspirations are supported without any financial burden during recruitment.
Submission Email:
[email protected]
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