ACBAR

Citizen Organization for Advocacy and Resilience, COAR (formally Coordination of Afghan Relief) CoAR is an Afghan, independent, non-political, non-sectarian, and non-for-profit organization established in 1989 and registered formally with the ministry of Economy. COAR actively bridging between donors of humanitarian aid and rural Afghan communities severely affected by almost four decades of wars, internal conflicts, natural and manmade disasters, and complexities. COAR endeavors to reach the unreached and embark on strengthening local coping mechanisms to enable communities to find durable local solutions to their local problems and encourage self-reliance and sustainability. COAR works with communities to proactively utilize their own scarce and limited resource in the most efficient and effective way and discourage a culture of aid dependency, except in times of disasters and extreme poverty. COAR has maintained the access of beneficiaries to basic services with strict observation of humanitarian principles of Independence, Neutrality, and Impartiality in practice.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The Education Officer supports the Education Project Manager in the effective implementation of education projects, with a strong emphasis on improving teaching quality, classroom practices, and student learning outcomes in schools and Temporary Learning Spaces (TLS). The position ensures that teachers are supported, trained, supervised, and continuously developed to deliver quality education.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Teaching Quality Improvement and Academic Support

• Support the improvement of teaching and learning practices in supported schools and TLS through regular classroom observation and follow-up.
• Work closely with Teacher Trainers and Master Trainers to strengthen learner-centered, inclusive, and gender-responsive teaching methodologies.
• Identify gaps in teaching performance and support the development of on-the-job coaching and refresher training for teachers.
• Promote effective lesson planning, classroom management, assessment of learning, and student engagement techniques.
• Support teachers in using approved curricula, teaching guides, and learning materials.

2. Technical Support and Project Implementation

• Under the technical and administrative guidance of the Education Project Manager, support EiE and formal education project planning and implementation, including:
  • School and TLS assessments
  • Teacher recruitment and deployment
  • Teacher training and mentoring
  • Awareness sessions for caregivers and communities
• Assist in designing and delivering teacher trainings in line with approved project proposals and education standards.
• Maintain accurate project records, education data, and documentation.

3. Coordination and Community Engagement

• Work closely with the Education Project Manager on all aspects of project implementation.
• Coordinate with District Coordinators and Teacher Trainers to ensure consistent academic supervision of teachers.
• Support community engagement activities, including:
  • Establishing and strengthening Community Education Committees or Advisory Boards
  • Facilitating community understanding of the importance of quality education and regular attendance
• Coordinate with relevant government stakeholders, including Provincial and District Education Directorates (PED/DED) and the Department of Economy.

4. Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting

• Monitor teaching quality and training effectiveness through classroom observations, coaching reports, and feedback tools.
• Support regular monitoring of education activities according to approved work plans and schedules.
• Prepare and submit timely activity, monthly, and quarterly progress reports, focusing on learning outcomes and teaching improvements.
• Ensure proper data collection, verification, filing, and reporting in coordination with MEAL staff.
• Conduct regular and need-based field visits to project sites and schools.
• Share monitoring findings with the Education Project Manager and relevant staff to support continuous improvement.

5. Child Safeguarding and Accountability

• Ensure that child protection, safeguarding, PSEA, and “Do No Harm” principles are fully integrated into all education activities.
• Promote safe, inclusive, and child-friendly learning environments in schools and TLS.
• Support transparent communication with communities and beneficiaries.

6. Adherence to Policies

• Comply with all COAR organizational policies, donor requirements, and national education regulations.

7. Other Duties

• Perform any other education-related tasks assigned by the Line Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Sciences, or a related field (degree in Education preferred).

Experience

• Minimum 4 years of relevant experience in education projects, preferably with a focus on teacher training, academic supervision, or EiE.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong understanding of teaching methodologies and classroom practices.
• Experience in teacher training, coaching, or academic supervision.
• Ability to conduct classroom observations and provide constructive feedback.
• Proficient computer skills, including:
  • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Email and internet use
  • Familiarity with online tools such as OneDrive and basic data collection tools (e.g., KoBo) is an asset
• Strong communication, facilitation, and reporting skills.
• Ability to work independently under pressure and in field-based environments.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work with teachers, communities, and government counterparts.

Qualified candidates may send their CVs include a Cover letter to the COAR Human resource department to this email address: cv@coar.org.af

CVs received after the closing date (06-02-2026) will not be considered.

Applications are reviewed on an active basis and after receiving sufficient eligible applications we may process the position before the closing date.

the subject line of the email must be (EO-NAN-04) otherwise your CVs may not be considered.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the Written test and Interview.

COAR is an equal opportunity to the employer for all ethnic groups and both genders are urged to apply

COAR has zero-tolerance policy on sexual exploitation, sexual harassment, and abuse (SEA).

cv@coar.org.af