ACBAR

Afghan Educational & Aid Organization (AEAO) was established in 2014 as an independent, non-governmental, non-political organization dedicated to providing essential services in the fields of Education, Humanitarian Aid, Water Sanitation and Hygiene, Agriculture, Health Care, and Emergency Assistance across Afghanistan. Committed to upholding the laws and regulations of the country, AEAO strives to improve the well-being and welfare of communities nationwide.

Vision:
At AEAO, we envision a future where every individual in our nation can enjoy a life of comfort and prosperity, free from obstacles and challenges that hinder their well-being.

Mission:

• Providing crucial social and public services that contribute to the overall well-being and welfare of our communities.
• Extending humanitarian aid to orphans and displaced individuals, offering them the support and care they need during difficult times.
• Offering educational opportunities to children and youth, empowering them with knowledge and skills for a brighter tomorrow.
• Providing vital services and raising public awareness in the field of healthcare and disease prevention to ensure the health and safety of our population.
• Engaging in agricultural and land irrigation projects to enhance food security and sustainable livelihoods for our citizens.
• Implementing WASH projects to provide access to safe drinking water and improve sanitation in underserved and remote areas across the country.

AEAO is seeking an experienced Proposal Writer to support its humanitarian and development programs in Education, Livelihoods, Agriculture & Food Security, Nutrition, and Emergency Response. The selected candidate will be responsible for developing high-quality funding proposals, concept notes, and grant applications aligned with donor priorities and AEAO’s strategic objectives. Key responsibilities include proposal development, donor engagement, technical writing, quality assurance, and capacity building. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of specific experience in proposal writing, a proven track record of securing grants from major donors (USAID, UN agencies, EU, DFID, etc.), and strong knowledge of project design, MEAL frameworks, and budgeting. Interested candidates must submit a CV, cover letter, samples of previous proposals, and references before the specified deadline. AEAO encourages diverse applications, especially from women and underrepresented backgrounds.

Role and Responsibilities

The Proposal Writer will be responsible for developing competitive, high-quality proposals and concept notes in line with AEAO’s strategic objectives. Key responsibilities include:

Proposal Development & Grant Writing:

• Lead the writing and editing of compelling funding proposals, concept notes, and expressions of interest.
• Align proposals with donor priorities, AEAO’s strategic plan, and sectoral best practices.
• Collaborate with program, finance, and MEAL teams to ensure accurate budgeting and results-based frameworks.
• Customize proposals to specific donors, including USAID, UN agencies, ECW, GPE, World Bank, ECHO, SIDA, DFID, BHA, and others.
• Ensure compliance with donor guidelines, requirements, and proposal templates.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of specific experience in proposal writing within the humanitarian and development sectors.
• Proven track record of securing grants from institutional donors (USAID, EU, UN agencies, GAC, DFID, BHA, ECHO, etc.).
• Strong knowledge of Education, Livelihoods, Agriculture & Food Security, Nutrition, and Emergency Response programming.
• Strong understanding of project design, logical frameworks, budgeting, and MEAL methodologies.
• Strong understanding of local context and provincial settings.
• Excellent English writing and editing skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, meets deadlines, and delivers high-quality outputs.

  Strategic Resource Mobilization & Partnership Engagement:

• Research and identify funding opportunities aligned with AEAO’s mandate.
• Engage with donors, partners, and stakeholders to strengthen proposal success.
• Develop and maintain a database of funding opportunities, past proposals, and donor requirements.

• Technical Writing & Quality Assurance:

• Ensure technical soundness of proposals, incorporating evidence-based approaches and sector-specific methodologies.
• Work closely with sectoral managers to refine technical narratives.
• Integrate MEAL frameworks into proposals.

• Capacity Building & Knowledge Management:

• Provide training and guidance to AEAO staff on proposal development and donor engagement.
• Document lessons learned and best practices in proposal writing for internal capacity building.
• Refine AEAO’s internal proposal writing templates and tools.

Submission guideline

All applicants must mention the V/C No and position name in Subject line otherwise your CV refuse automatically

Interested and qualified candidates should submit a possible recommendation letter and CV through Email address

info@aeao.org.af or hakimullahahmadyar12@gmail.com.

www.aeao.org.af  

Please note that applications received after the closing date   will be not given consideration.

Address: ⛪ #03 Street, Kuwaiti Masjed, Khushal khan, Kabul-Afghanistan.

Contact No: WhatsApp or phone No-0774506209- 0749100009-0202564471

info@aeao.org.af or hakimullahahmadyar12@gmail.com