Teaching Assistants (4 Positions)

About the Programme

Horizon Bridge Consulting (HBC), in partnership with is implementing an international donor-funded digital skills training programme for Afghan youth (ages 15–24) in Kabul and Herat. The programme trains young people in market-relevant digital skills across six specialisation pathways and links graduates to employment through internships, freelancing, and entrepreneurship support. Training runs from July to October 2026, with employment facilitation through November 2026.

Position Overview

Teaching Assistants support the Lead Trainers during hands-on lab sessions and practical exercises. You will work directly with students during coding labs, design workshops, and project sessions, providing one-on-one help when students are stuck. This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates or junior professionals to gain teaching experience while working on a donor-funded programme.

Key Responsibilities

•    Assist Lead Trainers during lab and practical sessions (4 sessions per week)

•    Provide one-on-one support to students during hands-on exercises

•    Help students troubleshoot coding errors, design issues, or platform problems

•    Monitor student progress during lab sessions and flag struggling learners to the trainer

•    Assist with equipment setup, LMS management, and classroom logistics

•    Support online students during live broadcast sessions (manage chat, answer technical questions)

•    Help maintain attendance records and assessment documentation

•    Participate in weekly team meetings and provide feedback on student progress

Required Qualifications

•    Bachelor's degree in computer science, IT, business, or related field (completed or final year)

•    Basic proficiency in at least one of: web development, digital marketing, data analysis, or e-commerce

•    Comfortable helping others learn technical skills

•    Fluency in Dari or Pashto; basic English proficiency

•    Reliable attendance (Saturday to Tuesday, full programme duration)

Preferred Qualifications

•    Experience as a tutor, peer mentor, or teaching assistant

•    Completion of any online certification (freeCodeCamp, Google, HubSpot, etc.)

•    Previous participation in a digital skills training programme

•    Female candidates are given strong preference

Technical Skills Required

•    Familiarity with at least one technical area covered by the programme

•    Google Workspace

•    Ability to learn new tools quickly

Interested candidates should submit:

•    Updated CV/resume (maximum 3 pages)

•    A brief cover letter (maximum 1 page) explaining your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position

•    Contact details of two professional references

Send applications to: careers@hbcxconsulting.com with the subject line: "Application - Teaching Assistants (4 Positions)"