Position Title: Project Officer
Activation Date: 29 January, 2026 Announced Date: 28 January, 2026 Expire Date: 04 February, 2026
- City: Kapisa,Panjshir
- Organization: Afghan Youth Education & Health Organization
- Years of Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in project implementation, preferably in education, vocational training, or skills-based programs.
- Contract Duration: 10 months
- Gender: Male
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Education, Development Studies, Social Sciences, or a related field.
- Close date: 2026-02-04
About Afghan Youth Education & Health Organization:
Afghan Youth Education and Health Organization known as (AYEHO) is an independent, non- profitable, nonpartisan and non-governmental organization registered with the Ministry of Economy, Government of Afghanistan. AYEHO provides support to youth and children who work on the streets, orphans, and children in conflict with law, children with disabilities and their families in Afghanistan.
AYEHO established in 2018, headquartered in Kabul with two provincial offices and properly structured and active business and operational set ups in all 34 provinces of the country, has arguably served the most marginalized and vulnerable children, youth and families in the most disadvantaged and remote areas of the country. Besides this AYEHO is well-known and established Afghan NGO in delivering professional and technical assistance and training and development services to targeted audience in Afghanistan, at central, provincial and district levels, in all the leading development and governance sectors of the country.
AYEHO has been working for community empowerment at the grassroots level for many years. The emergence of AYEHO was based on the goals of securing the rights of most deprived and vulnerable communities through promotion of child rights and women rights. Enhancing access to basic health services, quality primary education and socioeconomic development facilities are among the integral parts of AYEHO. Based on these goals, the AYEHO mission is to empower and improve the quality of life of marginalized and vulnerable communities in less developed parts of the country. This mission is to be accomplished by launching sustainable and replicable projects as well as building partnerships. By utilizing valuable skills and resources such as participatory research, development, knowledge management, and advocacy, that will tangibly bring about change into the lives of women and children.
Job Description:
Job Summary:
The Project Officer will be responsible for coordinating and overseeing the implementation of the Skills-Based Learning (SBL) Project in Kapisa or Panjsher provinces. Under the supervision of the Program Manager, the incumbent will ensure effective planning, execution, and monitoring of project activities while liaising with local stakeholders, including government authorities, community leaders, and implementing partners. The Project Officer will play a key role in ensuring that project activities align with UNESCO guidelines and objectives, contributing to the overall success of the initiative.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist in developing and implementing project work plans, schedules, and progress tracking tools.
- Ensure timely and quality execution of project activities in coordination with field teams and stakeholders.
- Conduct regular field visits to monitor project activities and provide feedback to the Program Manager.
- Facilitate coordination between project staff, community stakeholders, and local authorities, ensuring smooth project implementation.
- Assist in capacity-building efforts for field teams and beneficiaries through training sessions and workshops.
- Support in preparing and submitting weekly, monthly, and quarterly progress reports, ensuring accuracy and adherence to project goals.
- Identify challenges, risks, and mitigation strategies to ensure efficient project delivery.
- Coordinate with the Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) team to ensure effective data collection and reporting.
- Oversee the proper distribution and utilization of project resources and materials, including learning toolkits and training materials.
- Maintain effective documentation and record-keeping for all project-related activities.
- Ensure compliance with UNESCO policies, donor requirements, and safeguarding measures.
- Support in organizing and facilitating stakeholder meetings, coordination forums, and review sessions.
- Represent the project in coordination meetings at district and provincial levels when required.
- Assist in the preparation of donor reports, success stories, and lessons learned documents.
- Perform any other tasks assigned by the Program Manager or senior management.
Job Requirements:
Education and Experience Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Education, Development Studies, Social Sciences, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in project implementation, preferably in education, vocational training, or skills-based programs.
- Prior experience working with UNESCO, NGOs, or international development organizations is an advantage.
- Strong understanding of project cycle management, planning, and reporting.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with diverse stakeholders.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience in data management.
- Fluency in English, Dari, and Pashto (both written and spoken).
- Willingness to travel to project sites in Kapisa or Panjsher provinces as required.
Core Competencies:
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Team player with a high level of initiative and responsibility.
- Knowledge of safeguarding principles and commitment to child protection.
Submission Guideline:
Interested and qualified Afghan nationals should submit an Introduction Letter expressing their interest and suitability for the post, along with their update Resume to Human Resources Department at HR@ayeho.org not later than closing date Wednesday, 4th Feb-2026.
Shortlisted candidates will be directly contacted for a written test and after that for interview. If you are not contacted after TWO WEEKS of the closing date. please know that your application has not been successful for the post
Please indicate the Position Title and vacancy number in the subject of your email, otherwise, your application will not be considered.
Only those candidates who meet the qualification and requirements for the mentioned positions will be called for the written test.
Due to large number of applicants, we are unable to provide individual feedback.
Afghan Youth Education & Health Organization (AYEHO), Main Office Address,
House No#.24,St. 09,Old Taimani, District 10, Kabul, Afghanistan
For more information, please visit AYEHO website at www.ayeho.org
Submission Email:
hr@ayeho.org