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HADAAF is a National NGO, established in April 2006, registered with MoE under registration No. 514. HADAAF is working with Health, WASH, Nutrition, livelihood and Child protection but mainly involved, working in health/nutrition sector since 2007. HADAAF have experience in implementation of BPHS and other vertical health support projects of long and short duration. HADAAF implemented BPHS in Nuristan and Zabul provinces in partnership with IMC (2007-2011) and Cordaid (2013-2019) respectively. HADAAF also implemented long term health support projects (Support to CBHC, PPP, Nutrition, integrated WASH and Nutrition, malaria/TB control and capacity buildings of health staff) in Urozgan, Nuristan, and Kunar provinces. Currently HADAAF is implementing health projects (Mobile Health Teams, Mobile Health and Nutrition teams, Fixed PHC, CBNP, C-WIFS & MNP and Covid-19 response support) projects in Nangarhar, Balkh, Khost, Paktia, Ghazni and Helmand provinces.

HADAAF has adapted a strategic approach of partnership and collaboration throughout its program implementation. Thus far, HADAAF has implementing projects/programs in partnership with MoPH, IMC, UNICEF, WHO, FHI 360, Health Net TPO, UNDP, Save the Children International, Swedish Committee for Afghanistan, Johanniter International Assistance and Cordaid in Nuristan, Urozgan, Ghor, Farah, Kunar, Laghman Kabul and Khost provinces. This collaborative approach has enabled HADAAF to get access to hard-to-reach areas and implement quality service delivery. 

Position Summary:

The Pediatric Specialist will deliver preventive and curative services for infants and children during mobile health camps in underserved areas. The role involves diagnosing pediatric illnesses, managing nutrition and immunization-related issues, and educating caregivers on child health. There will be one team of Health Camp for Kandahar and Zabul and one Health Camp team for Helmand.

The Pediatric Specialist will be part of the health camp team, one Pediatric Specialist will conduct the OPD in the 8 targeted districts of Kandahar and 2 districts of Zabul and one Pediatric Specialist will be responsible for conducting the OPD in 5 districts of Helmand. On monthly basis, 10 Health Camps will be conducting in Kandahar and Zabul and 5 Health Camps will be conducting in Helmand.

Targeted Districts for Health Camps:  

1. Kandahar and Zabul: Ghorak, Maruf, Khakriez, Maiwand, Mianeshin, Shawalikot, Spinboldak and Dand districts of Kandahar and Qalat and Mizana district of Zabul.
2. Helmand: Nawzad, Garamseer, Kajaki, Washeer and Baghran districts of Helmand.

Major Area of Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough medical examinations and obtain detailed patient histories.
• Develop and implement treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
• Examine and treat infants, children, and adolescents
• Address acute pediatric illnesses and monitor growth/development
• Provide nutrition counseling and support immunization efforts
• Refer complex cases as needed
• Record and report clinical findings 
•  Provide preventive care, including vaccinations, health screenings, and counseling on lifestyle modifications.
• Coordinate care with other specialists and healthcare providers as needed.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.

Additional Job Responsibilities:

The duties and responsibilities set out above are not exhaustive and the post holder may be required to carry out additional duties from time to time which are reasonable in relation to their level of skills and experience

• Skilled in, and committed to, community participation/interaction, field visits and presence in program areas.
• Fluent in Pashto and Intermediate knowledge of English language
• Able to move around the targeted districts of Kandahar, Zabul and Helmand
• Kandahar and Zabul: Ghorak, Maruf, Khakriez, Maiwand, Mianeshin, Shawalikot, Spinboldak and Dand districts of Kandahar and Qalat and Mizana district of Zabul.
• Helmand: Nawzad, Garamseer, Kajaki, Washeer and Baghran districts of Helmand.
• The ability to manage other people involved in a patients care
• The ability to create tailored treatment plans
• Mastery of all medical instruments needed for treatment
• The ability to provide accurate effective care even under pressure
• Strength in interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.

Education and Experience:

• Graduated from Recognized Medical university & Specialization in Pediatrics
• At least 4 year working experience as Pediatric Specialist in MoPH/Standard hospitals

Dear Candidates,

We invite individuals with the necessary qualifications and experience to submit their applications, accompanied by a cover letter, to hadaaf.hr@gmail.com. The deadline for submissions is 27 July 2025.

Contact Numbers: +93791707508

Kindly note that applications received after the closing date will not be accepted or considered. Only shortlisted candidates whose applications align with the specified criteria will be taken into consideration.

Note: Applicants are required to mention the Vacancy Number and Province in the subject line of the email.

hadaaf.hr@gmail.com