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About Youth Health and Development Organization (YHDO):
YHDO is a non-governmental and non-for-profit organization established in 2009, registered with ministry of economy in Afghanistan. YHDO works with interdisciplinary professionals to develop and implement innovative, culturally appropriate, evidence based interventions

1. Objective of the Position

The Integration Officer will lead efforts to support the social and economic reintegration of graduated vocational program clients by:

• Facilitating job placements with local businesses and employers.
• Linking clients with business opportunities or companies seeking skilled workers.
• Assisting clients in starting small businesses through market needs and connections.
• Building networks with local markets, employers, and vocational training stakeholders to enhance employment opportunities.

4. Roles and Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive market integration strategy for graduated clients across Kabul, Nangarhar, Herat, Kandahar, and Farah provinces.
• Coordinate with Integration Assistants in each province to monitor progress, provide technical guidance, and ensure alignment with program goals.
• Conduct market assessments to identify employment and business opportunities in sectors relevant to clients’ vocational skills (e.g., tailoring, mechanics).
• Build and maintain partnerships with private sector companies, NGOs, and government agencies to create job placement opportunities.
• Support graduated clients in accessing microfinance,
• Organize exhibition, networking events, and workshops to connect clients with potential employers.
• Maintain a centralized database of graduated clients, tracking their employment status, business progress, and integration outcomes.
• Prepare monthly reports on integration activities, challenges, and success stories for YHDO management.
• Ensure gender-sensitive approaches to support female graduates in accessing opportunities.
• Travel to project provinces when required to monitor activities and support assistants.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, social sciences, marketing, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in market linkage, job placement, or business development, preferably in Kabul.
• Strong knowledge of local labor markets and business ecosystems.
• Proven experience in networking with private sector, NGOs, and government entities.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and report-writing skills in Dari/Pashto and English.
• Proficiency in basic computer skills (MS Office, email, etc.) for reporting and documentation.
• Resident of Kabul province.

Submission Guideline:
Please indicate the Position Title, province name and Vacancy Number in subject of your email and application, otherwise your application will not be considered

Please send your CV and application to :  recruitmentyhdo@gmail.com

recruitmentyhdo@gmail.com