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Sky Aria is a registered minerals resource company that was established to conduct a professional mining and minerals business in Afghanistan. The company has invested in several mining projects in Afghanistan. Considering our team's expertise, worldwide existence, linkages, and knowledge of the national and international market demand and supply for various minerals, we believe that Sky Aria is a reliable and successful supplier of fluorite and other industrial minerals from Afghanistan

Key Responsibilities

A. Financial Management

• Manage site-level financial operations including petty cash, advances, local vendor payments, and operational expenses.
• Ensure accurate documentation, verification, and submission of all vouchers, invoices, fuel logs, and expense claims.
• Monitor project expenditures against the approved mining budget and report variances.
• Prepare monthly site financial summaries, cost tracking reports, and cash forecasts.
• Coordinate with Head Office Finance for payroll, taxation, audit requirements, and financial reporting.
• Maintain strict financial controls and ensure compliance with Sky Aria policies and donor/regulatory standards (if applicable).
• Safeguard cash, financial records, and sensitive financial information at site level.

B. Human Resources Management

• Implement Sky Aria HR policies and procedures at the fluorite mine site.
• Maintain personnel files, attendance records, shift rosters, leave records, and employment contracts.
• Coordinate recruitment, onboarding, and termination of local labor, guards, drivers, and site staff.
• Support payroll processing by submitting verified attendance and timesheets to Head Office.
• Ensure compliance with Afghan labor laws, local customs, and company standards.
• Handle employee relations issues, grievances, and disciplinary matters at site level.
• Organize staff inductions, including HSE, site rules, and code of conduct training.

C. Administration & Site Management

• Oversee daily administrative operations of the mining site.
• Manage office facilities, camp accommodation, utilities, communications, and site logistics.
• Coordinate transportation of staff, fuel, consumables, and equipment between site and provincial hubs.
• Maintain proper filing systems for contracts, permits, licenses, and correspondence.
• Liaise with local authorities, community leaders, and service providers in coordination with management.
• Support implementation of health, safety, security, and environmental procedures at site.
• Ensure proper management of site assets including vehicles, machinery, tools, and office equipment.

D. Procurement & Logistics

• Implement procurement activities in line with Sky Aria procurement policies and mining project requirements.
• Source quotations, prepare comparative analyses, and support vendor selection for goods and services.
• Process purchase requests, purchase orders, and service agreements for:
  • Mining consumables and tools
  • Fuel and lubricants
  • Safety equipment (PPE)
  • Camp and office supplies
  • Transport and logistics services
• Ensure timely procurement and delivery of materials to the remote site.
• Maintain supplier databases and manage relationships with local and regional vendors.
• Oversee inventory control, warehousing, and stock records for fluorite mining operations.
• Ensure transparency, value for money, and proper documentation in all procurement actions.

3. Coordination & Reporting

• Act as the focal point for all Finance, HR, Admin, and Procurement matters at the Uruzgan site.
• Coordinate closely with the Site Manager and Head Office departments.
• Prepare and submit regular operational, financial, HR, and procurement reports.
• Facilitate internal and external audits, inspections, and compliance reviews.
• Support management in resolving operational risks and site-level challenges.

4. Authority & Accountability

• Authorized to manage site-level operational expenditures within approved limits.
• Accountable for compliance, accuracy, and timeliness of financial and operational processes.
• Responsible for safeguarding company funds, assets, and confidential information.

Represents Sky Aria professionally at site level in dealings with stakeholders.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Management, or a related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in operations, finance, HR, or administration, preferably in mining or remote project sites.
• Strong understanding of procurement, logistics, and financial controls.

Prior experience working in Afghanistan or similar challenging environments is a strong advantage.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong organizational, coordination, and multitasking skills.
• Practical knowledge of mining site operations and logistics.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and in remote conditions.
• High integrity, confidentiality, and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with local communities and authorities.

While applying kindly mention the vacancy number “SAMC-11-2026-Operation Officer” in the subject line of E-mail otherwise, your application may not be considered. So please do not send heavy size documents (i.e. Tazkira, Education documents, work certificates and etc.)

Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the next stage of recruitment.

Note: Candidates from the Southern Zone are encouraged to apply. Priority will be given to applicants from the Southern Zone, Due to immediate need applications will be reviewed on ongoing basis and candidates are advised to apply as soon as possible.

Submission Email: vacancy@skyhorizon.org

vacancy@skyhorizon.org