Intern – Asset and Equipment Management

The Terre des hommes Foundation (Tdh), with headquarters in Lausanne and an office in Zurich, is the leading Swiss child rights organisation with more than 2000 employees worldwide. We stand together with children to uphold their rights, protect their lives and improve their well-being. We achieve this through innovative programmes focused on health, migration and access to justice, specially designed to have a positive and sustainable impact.

Tdh has been working in Afghanistan since 1995 and carry out projects related to Child Protection, Mother and Child health and Livelihood Programs in Kabul, Balkh, Kunar and Nangarhar provinces

Job Summary :

The Asset and Equipment Management Intern will support the effective management, tracking, and maintenance of organizational assets and equipment. The role involves maintaining accurate asset records, assisting with inventory audits, monitoring asset utilization, and supporting lifecycle management activities. The ideal candidate will have One year of experience in dedicated asset and equipment management, inventory control, or a related field and possess strong analytical and organizational skills.

Main responsibilities:

• Maintain and update asset and equipment records in the asset management system.

• Assist in asset tagging, tracking, transfers, and disposal processes.

• Conduct physical asset inventories and reconcile discrepancies with system records.

• Monitor asset utilization, condition, and lifecycle status.

• Support equipment maintenance tracking and scheduling activities.

• Prepare asset management reports, inventory summaries, and data analyses.

• Collaborate with relevant departments to ensure accurate asset information and compliance with asset management procedures.

• Identify and report asset-related issues, discrepancies, or risks.

• Support process improvement initiatives related to asset tracking and control.

• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, procedures, and audit requirements.

• Other tasks as assigned.

Education :

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration (BBA) or a related field, graduated in 2023 or later.

Experience / Skills :

One year of experience in asset and inventory management.

Skills

• Knowledge of asset lifecycle management principles and inventory control processes.

• Ability to maintain accurate records and manage data effectively.

• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.

Interpersonal skills

• Effective verbal and written communication.

• Strong teamwork and collaboration abilities.

• Professional and respectful interaction with staff, field team.

• Adaptability and willingness to learn
  

Languages:

Good verbal and written English, in addition to excellent in Pashto and Dari

IT knowledge :

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.

References :

Please note that all job offers will be subject to satisfactory references and checks (criminal record and anti-terrorism funding check). Terre des hommes will ask the Human Resources of previous organisations to provide references on any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment as well as fraud and corruption, during employment, or incidents under investigation at the time the candidate left employment.

Procedure:

Only complete applications (updated and accurate CV + covering letter) received through Tdh online application platform will be processed. It is essential that all information provided is complete, truthful and verifiable, as any discrepancies may affect your eligibility in the recruitment process.

Additional documents (diplomas, work certificates, etc.) will be requested at a later date. 

Please note that

• Only applications submitted through the online platform will be considered. Applications submitted by email, in person, or through other means will not be accepted.

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stages of the recruitment process.

• Tdh upholds the principles of equal opportunity, diversity, and inclusion, and maintains a zero-tolerance policy toward any harm, abuse, or exploitation of children or vulnerable adults by staff, representatives, or partners.

• Female candidates and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. Tdh values the diversity, perspectives and contributions each individual brings to the team.