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Bakhter Development Network (BDN) was established and registered in 2001 with the Ministry of Economics in Afghanistan as an Afghan, non-political, non-profit, and non-governmental organization. BDN operates in line with its constitution in three sectors: education, health, and agriculture and livestock. With its current focus on public health and nutrition services, BDN's mission is to assist communities in the achievement of their own development goals, while its vision is a world of enabled communities working toward a brighter future.

Currently, BDN is involved in implementing different health projects across multiple provinces of Afghanistan, such as BPHS-EPHS projects in Balkh, Maidan Wardak, and Kapisa provinces, as well as other vertical projects like CBNI, TSFP, PHNS, PHC-WHO, GC7, S-WIFS, and RMNCAH/SRH and PSS services in provinces such as Balkh, Badakhshan, Faryab, Sar-e-Pol, Jawzjan, Samangan, Kunduz, Takhar, Kapisa, Kunduz, Ghazni and Maidan Wardak.

BDN, in more than 20 years of its operation, has made impressive contributions in promoting access to quality healthcare and has developed a reputable track record in the effective implementation of numerous projects within the country. BDN adheres to the policy of equal employment opportunities, and its hiring process is based on evaluation by knowledge, skill, work experience, and ability, without regard to age, sex, race, religion, ethnicity, or physical status.

Background:
BDN implements nutrition programs to improve adolescent health outcomes, including the School-based Weekly Iron Folic Acid Supplementation (S-WIFS) Program. The S-WIFS Project Manager will oversee planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of school-based nutrition activities, ensuring effective coordination with UNICEF, PPHDs, provincial Education directorates, and local health and education authorities.

Purpose of the Position:
The Project Manager will lead the overall planning, coordination, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of the S-WIFS project, ensuring that weekly iron and folic acid supplementation activities in schools are delivered efficiently, on schedule, and in line with UNICEF, MoPH, MoE, and BDN policies and guidelines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the implementation of the S-WIFS program across the target provinces.
• Develop and regularly update school-based project work plans, timelines, and implementation strategies.
• Coordinate closely with UNICEF provincial extenders, PPHD, provincial nutrition officers, Department of Education, school authorities, and related stakeholders.
• Supervise and provide technical guidance to provincial teams, including project supervisors and Master Trainers.
• Support the organization and delivery of Training of Trainers (ToT) and school-level teacher trainings.
• Ensure Master Trainers and teachers understand S-WIFS technical guidelines and protocols.
• Ensure program implementation follows MoPH and MoE micronutrient guidelines and MN TWG guidance.
• Oversee school mapping, selection of S-WIFS focal teachers, and rollout of weekly IFA distribution.
• Promote nutrition education and community awareness on anemia, balance food, and social norms affecting adolescent nutrition.
• Compile and analyze school-level S-WIFS data to inform program decisions.
• Coordinate with UNICEF provincial extenders and provincial authorities to ensure timely supply and proper storage of IFA tablets and school WIFS materials.
• Ensure schools receive all required tools: IFA tablets, IEC materials, reporting formats, water jugs, cups, and storage boxes.
• Monitor weekly IFA distribution, school compliance, and adherence to program guidelines.
• Oversee regular monitoring visits by Master Trainers and review monitoring checklists.
• Compile and submit accurate monthly and quarterly progress reports to the BDN main office.
• Track program indicators, challenges, lessons learned, and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure full compliance with BDN Code of Conduct, Child Safeguarding, PSEA/SH, and AAP policies.
• Ensure all staff and contractors are oriented on safeguarding and reporting mechanisms.
• Ensure safe, accessible, and confidential feedback and complaint mechanisms are in place for students and schools.
• Immediately report any safeguarding or SEA/SH concerns to the BDN main office.
• Address operational challenges promptly in coordination with provincial management teams and school authorities.

Education:

• Medical Doctor, Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Nutrition, or related field.
• A master’s degree is an advantage.

Experience:

• Minimum 3 years managing health, nutrition, or school-based programs.
• Experience in anaemia prevention, adolescent nutrition, or micronutrient programs is highly desirable.
• Strong experience in project management, reporting, and team supervision.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong leadership and coordination skills.
• Excellent planning, monitoring, and reporting abilities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Knowledge of child safeguarding, PSEA/SH, and accountability mechanisms.
• Ability to travel frequently to project provinces.
• Proficiency in English and fluency in Dari and/or Pashto.

We welcome prospective applicants to submit their resumes and a formal letter of application delineating their credentials and enthusiasm for the role via the provided link until the close of business on January 01, 2026. Please note that applicants may submit only one application for their chosen position.

https://forms.gle/6mXYa3kzLXPNxPCR9

BDN has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the BDN, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination. BDN also adheres to strict child-safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Background checks will include the verification of academic credentials and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.

https://forms.gle/6mXYa3kzLXPNxPCR9