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National Industrial Development for Afghanistan (NIDA) is a youth-led, non-governmental, non-profit organization established in 1992. With over 30 years of experience, NIDA has been at the forefront of empowering Afghan communities through education, livelihoods, agriculture, health, and human rights initiatives. NIDA has reached more than 350,000 people across Afghanistan. Its mission is to enhance socio-economic resilience by equipping youth and vulnerable groups especially women with skills, education, and resources, while promoting child protection and human rights.

NIDA has partnered with UN agencies, INGOs, and national stakeholders to implement community-driven projects aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly Quality Education (SDG 4), Decent Work (SDG 8), and Reduced Inequalities (SDG 10). Its work has included building schools and irrigation systems, advancing sustainable agriculture, promoting women’s economic empowerment, and strengthening governance and social accountability.

Reports to: Education Specialist / Education Project Manager
Supervises: Education Officers, Teachers, Trainers, and Social Mobilizers (as assigned)
Contract Type: Fixed-term

Purpose of the Role

The Senior Education Officer is responsible for the day-to-day coordination and implementation of education activities. The role provides technical and administrative support to teachers and field staff, ensuring the quality and inclusiveness of learning programs, as well as effective monitoring and reporting.

Key Responsibilities

Program Implementation & Coordination

• Lead the implementation of education activities in target areas in line with work plans.

• Supervise education staff and ensure that classrooms, training sessions, and learning activities are running effectively.

• Coordinate with communities, school management structures, and local education authorities to strengthen support for education initiatives.

Technical Support & Quality Assurance

• Support teachers and facilitators in lesson planning, classroom management, and use of inclusive teaching methodologies.

• Conduct regular classroom visits to observe lessons and provide feedback for improvement.

• Promote child-centered, gender-sensitive, and disability-inclusive practices in all learning activities.

Capacity Building & Mentorship

• Organize and facilitate training workshops and refresher courses for teachers and education staff.

• Provide coaching and mentoring to field staff to strengthen technical and professional skills.

• Support Social Mobilizers in raising community awareness about the value of education.

Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting

• Ensure accurate collection of attendance data, progress reports, and learning assessments.

• Work closely with the M&E Officer to track progress against indicators.

• Contribute to monthly, quarterly, and final reports with field-level updates and success stories.

Community Engagement & Advocacy

• Engage with parents, school committees, and community leaders to promote enrollment and retention.

• Facilitate meetings and awareness sessions on child rights, education, and protection.

• Advocate for the inclusion of marginalized groups, especially girls and children with disabilities.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Education, Social Sciences, or related field.

• At least 4–5 years of experience in education project implementation, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.

• Strong knowledge of national education system, non-formal education, and inclusive practices.

• Experience in mentoring teachers, community mobilization, and working with vulnerable groups.

• Good communication and report-writing skills.

• Fluency in Dari and/or Pashto; knowledge of English is an advantage.

Competencies & Skills

• Strong leadership and team management skills.

• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.

• Good interpersonal and negotiation skills with community and government counterparts.

• Commitment to safeguarding, gender equality, and organizational values.

• Problem-solving and adaptability in dynamic contexts.

Kindly submit your CV, educational certificates, and NID, and write the vacancy number, position name, and your name in the subject of the email

Note: Application with out Vacancy Number will not be considered for Short-listing.

hr@nida-af.org