ACBAR

Compassionate Afghanistan is a non-governmental organization established in 2024 to support vulnerable communities across Afghanistan. Responding to ongoing humanitarian challenges such as conflict, economic instability, and limited access to essential services, we focus on inclusive and sustainable assistance.

Our mission centers on education, healthcare, livelihood support, and emergency response to strengthen resilience and promote long-term community well-being. We work closely with local actors and international partners to deliver impactful and context-sensitive solutions, ensuring that people can rebuild their lives with dignity despite ongoing challenges.

A. Department Establishment & System Development

• Establish the Legal and Compliance Department, defining its structure, roles, and responsibilities.

• Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive compliance framework covering all organizational operations.

• Create a centralized system for legal documents, contracts, policies, and compliance records.

• Draft standard operating procedures (SOPs) for legal review, policy implementation, incident reporting, and compliance monitoring.

B. Legal Advisory & Support

• Provide internal legal advice on contracts, MoUs, agreements, employment contracts, leases, procurement agreements, and other organizational matters.

• Ensure compliance with Afghan laws, NGO regulations, and international standards.

• Represent the organization in legal proceedings and liaise with external counsel as required.

• Maintain valid NGO registration and act as liaison with government authorities.

C. Compliance Management & Monitoring

• Monitor adherence to national laws (labor, tax, NGO registration) and donor grant conditions.

• Conduct internal compliance audits and implement corrective actions for identified gaps.

• Establish and manage a whistleblower system, investigating and resolving reported compliance breaches.

• Ensure all program and operational activities comply with donor agreements.

D. Policy Development & Management

• Lead the development, review, and updating of key policies including: Code of Conduct, Anti-Corruption and Anti-Fraud, Conflict of Interest, Safeguarding/Child Protection, Data Protection, and Risk Management.

• Ensure policies are clearly communicated, accessible, and implemented across all staff.

E. Risk Management

• Develop and maintain an organizational risk register identifying legal, operational, financial, and reputational risks.

• Collaborate with department heads to design and implement mitigation strategies.

• Provide regular risk assessment reports to the Executive Director and senior management.

F. Training & Capacity Building

• Design and deliver training programs for staff and partners on legal compliance, donor regulations, ethics, anti-corruption, and safeguarding.

• Conduct onboarding sessions for new staff regarding compliance expectations.

• Provide ongoing guidance to departments to ensure compliance obligations are met.

G. Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare regular compliance and risk management reports for senior management and donors.

• Develop templates for incident reporting, audits, and risk assessments.

• Maintain organized and secure records of all contracts, policies, registration certificates, and compliance documentation.

H. External Liaison & Coordination

• Serve as the primary contact with government authorities for NGO registration, tax filings, labor law compliance, and other legal matters.

• Coordinate with donors to meet reporting and compliance requirements.

• Liaise with external auditors during financial and compliance audits.

I. Continuous Improvement

• Stay updated on Afghan legal regulations, donor compliance requirements, and international best practices.

• Continuously review and enhance organizational compliance frameworks and policies.

• Foster a culture of ethical behavior and compliance throughout the organization.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Law, Public Administration, International Relations, or related field. A Master’s degree or professional legal certification is strongly preferred.

Experience: - Minimum 5–7 years in legal, compliance, or risk management roles, preferably in NGOs/nonprofits. - Proven experience developing and implementing compliance systems and policies. - Strong knowledge of Afghan laws and NGO regulations. - Experience with donor compliance (UN agencies, international government grants) is a plus.

Skills & Competencies: - Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities. - Excellent understanding of nonprofit governance and legal frameworks. - High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism. - Ability to work independently and proactively. - Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including training and mentoring. - Fluency in English, Dari, and Pashto.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CVs, along with a cover letter, to

hr@casdho.org by 10/Nov/2025 Please indicate “Legal and Compliance manager 

Application” in the subject line of your emai

hr@casdho.org