Technical Manager

Relief Humanitarian and Development Organization (RHDO) is a nongovernmental, non- religious, non-political, non-profit and non-military organization, working for development of Afghanistan through implementation of health, community development and capacity development/research projects was established in February 2014 and is registered with the Ministry of Economics under registration No 3121.  is also registered in Ministry of Public health under registration # 504.  is registered in Ministry of Women affairs under registration # 751 aims to contribute to the development of Afghanistan through provision of developmental and humanitarian services in public health, training and capacity building of Afghans in healthcare disciplines and skills starts to realize its vision through implementable, context-specific, technically sound and practically achievable approaches. These approaches are: (1) to design and implement the community development programs; (2) to provide primary and secondary health services according to the standards of the MOPH; and (3) to build capacities and skills of ordinary Afghanistan residences and professional of health sector.

Compliance with Policies:

• Compliance with RHDO’s Code of Conduct, Safeguarding, and Protection from Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, and Harassment (PSEAH) policies is a shared responsibility of all individuals representing RHDO. All personnel are expected to uphold the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, respect, and accountability at all times.
• RHDO maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy toward any violation of its Code of Conduct, Safeguarding, and PSEAH policies. This applies to all employees, consultants, volunteers, interns, contractors, suppliers, vendors, sub-grantees, implementing partners, and any other individuals acting on behalf of RHDO.

Job Description:

Key Areas of Responsibility

1.      Technical Leadership & Quality Assurance

·         Provide technical leadership and oversight to health and nutrition programs, ensuring compliance with national guidelines, MoPH policies, donor requirements, and international standards.

·         Ensure the implementation of clinical protocols, SOPs, referral pathways, and infection prevention and control (IPC) measures.

·         Support project planning, implementation, monitoring, and quality assurance to ensure project objectives, targets, and deliverables are achieved.

·         Oversee the timely identification and procurement of medicines, medical equipment, and other project resources to ensure uninterrupted service delivery.

·         Review and approve technical requisitions in coordination with project management, ensuring compliance with project plans and available budgets.

·         Support the Project Director in technical planning, proposal development, and human resource management.

·         Ensure technical teams deliver high-quality services in accordance with the project scope and approved work plans.

2.       Program Coordination and Implementation

·         Coordinate the planning, implementation, and monitoring of health and nutrition programs in collaboration with relevant departments.

·         Ensure program activities are implemented in accordance with approved project documents, donor requirements, operational plans, and budgets.

·         Strengthen technical coordination and collaboration with the MoPH, donors, UN agencies, Health and Nutrition Clusters, and other stakeholders.

·         Represent the organization in technical meetings and coordination forums as delegated by the director of Health Services or senior management.

·         Foster effective partnerships and provide technical support to ensure quality program implementation and achievement of project objectives.

·         Provide on-the-job coaching, mentoring, and technical support to health and nutrition staff through regular field visits and supportive supervision.

·         Facilitate and support staff participation in relevant trainings, workshops, and technical forums to strengthen technical competencies and program quality.

3.       Proposal Development & Budget Management

·         Identify funding opportunities and contribute to the development of concept notes, expressions of interest (EOIs), proposals, and project amendments.

·         Lead and provide technical inputs for proposal development, including situation analysis, project objectives, methodologies, implementation approaches, work plans, indicators, and expected results.

·         Develop and review logical frameworks, monitoring plans, staffing plans, and technical annexes in coordination with relevant departments.

·         Support the preparation of project budgets, budget narratives, and resource allocation plans, ensuring alignment between proposed activities, objectives, and available resources.

·         Ensure project activities are implemented within approved budgets and in compliance with donor requirements and organizational financial procedures.

·         Review budget utilization, procurement plans, and resource need to ensure efficient and cost-effective program implementation.

·         Identify technical and resource gaps and provide recommendations for budget adjustments and corrective actions.

·         Coordinate with program, finance, MEAL, and technical teams to ensure consistency between technical proposals, implementation plans, and financial requirements.

·         Support the preparation of donor reports, budget revisions, and project modifications when required

4.      Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, Learning (MEAL), Reporting & Documentation

·         Ensure timely collection, compilation, review, and submission of monthly narrative, HMIS, and technical reports from all departments.

·         Support the Project managers in preparing reports for donors, MoPH, and other relevant stakeholders.

·         Oversee monitoring, evaluation, and quality assurance of health and nutrition programs in line with organizational, donor, and national standards.

·         Participate in the design, implementation, and analysis of baseline surveys, assessments, and external evaluations.

·         Provide technical guidance, coaching, and feedback to health and nutrition teams and ensure follow-up on identified gaps.

·         Document best practices, lessons learned, and successful approaches from project implementation.

·         Promote evidence-based decision-making and continuous improvement of health and nutrition services.

5.      Compliance, Ethics & Confidentiality

·         Ensure compliance with RHDO policies, Code of Conduct, organizational principles, and applicable national laws and regulations.

·         Maintain confidentiality and proper management of medical, operational, and organizational information.

·         Promote a respectful, inclusive, ethical, and safe working environment for all staff.

·         Ensure adherence to humanitarian principles, professional ethics, and safeguarding standards.

Core Values & Competencies

·         Demonstrates integrity, professionalism, accountability, and commitment to humanitarian principles.

·         Promotes quality, inclusiveness, teamwork, and respect in the workplace.

·         Strong leadership, coordination, and communication skills.

·         Ability to manage health and nutrition programs, provide technical guidance, and build staff capacity.

·         Strong skills in project planning, proposal development, reporting, monitoring, and budget management.

·         Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making abilities.

·         Ability to work effectively in complex and emergency settings.

·         Graduated from recognized medical faculty and Master’s in Public Health is preferred

·         Must have 5-7 Years’ Experience in the Same Field / health programs management in developing countries.

·         Good command of English, Fluent in Dari and Pashto both verbally and written

·         Computing skills (Ms Office: word and excel, internet) is essential

·         Team player, capacity builder, flexible in working hours

·         Honest and trustworthy

·         Having reporting skills

·         Able to work under pressure and meet the deadlines

Interested and qualified candidates are requested to send their CV along with Cover letter in PDF file (NO Educational and Work Certificates) to the attention of following email (vacancy.rhdo@gmail.com) no later than closing date.

Your email subject line should contain the Position Title and Vacancy Number otherwise your application will not be considered.