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About Tashabos Educational Organization (TEO)

Established in December 2010, the Tashabos Education Organization (TEO) is a Kabul-based, Afghan-led nonprofit and nongovernmental organization dedicated to empowering youth and women through education, entrepreneurship, and civic engagement. Officially registered with the Ministry of Economy, TEO equips high school students—particularly those in Grades 10–12—with practical knowledge and skills in entrepreneurship, market economics, leadership, responsible citizenship, and good governance.

TEO evolved from a successful initiative of the Center for International Private Enterprise and has received support from the National Endowment for Democracy. The organization operates across Kabul, Nangarhar, Parwan, and Bamyan provinces, working in close coordination with national institutions including the Ministry of Education, the former Ministry of Women's Affairs, the Ministry of Industry and Commerce, the Afghanistan Women Chamber of Commerce and Industries, and the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Industries.

Certified by the Afghanistan Institute for Civil Society and a member of the Agency Coordinating Body for Afghan Relief and Development, TEO demonstrates strong governance and institutional sustainability. Through its flagship Tashabos entrepreneurship program and complementary initiatives in education, teacher training, research, and youth and women’s empowerment, TEO has supported thousands of Afghan youth—especially girls—in developing entrepreneurial mindsets, self-reliance, and leadership skills. By fostering innovation, ethical business practices, and civic responsibility, TEO contributes to sustainable development and socio-economic resilience in Afghanistan.

Purpose of the Position

The Child Safeguarding and Protection Officer will lead the implementation and strengthening of safeguarding and child protection systems across donor-funded education projects, including GPE-supported programming.

The role ensures that safeguarding policies, Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) standards, and child protection mechanisms are effectively implemented, monitored, and embedded into all project activities. The position promotes safe programming, survivor-centered response, accountability to affected populations, and compliance with donor and organizational safeguarding requirements.

Key Responsibilities

1. Safeguarding Systems Strengthening

• Lead the rollout and implementation of TEO safeguarding and child protection policies.
• Ensure all staff, volunteers, and partners sign and understand the Code of Conduct.
• Localize safeguarding tools (consent forms, risk assessments, incident reporting templates).
• Conduct safeguarding risk assessments and mitigation planning.
• Any other task given by the supervisor.

2. Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA)

• Support implementation of PSEA policies in line with donor and international standards.
• Ensure safeguarding concerns are reported within 24 hours through appropriate channels.
• Facilitate confidential, survivor-centered referrals to medical, psychosocial, legal, and protection services.
• Maintain secure and confidential case documentation.

3. Accountability & Complaints Mechanism

• Establish and maintain safe and accessible Complaint and Feedback Mechanisms (CFM).
• Ensure children, teachers, and communities are aware of safeguarding reporting channels.
• Monitor functionality, confidentiality, and responsiveness of safeguarding complaints systems.
• Track and analyze trends in safeguarding concerns to inform risk mitigation.

4. Monitoring & Field Oversight

• Conduct regular field visits to project sites to monitor safeguarding compliance.
• Verify that safeguarding standards are integrated into education activities.
• Produce safeguarding monitoring reports with clear recommendations.
• Ensure documentation of incidents, follow-up actions, and preventive measures.

5. Capacity Building & Awareness

• Deliver safeguarding and PSEA inductions for all new staff.
• Facilitate regular refresher trainings and awareness sessions.
• Train field focal points and education staff on safeguarding standards.
• Promote child-friendly and culturally appropriate safeguarding awareness materials.

6. Coordination & Reporting

• Work closely with MEAL teams to integrate safeguarding indicators.
• Contribute safeguarding inputs to donor quarterly and annual reports.
• Coordinate with education authorities and partners on safeguarding compliance.
• Participate in relevant coordination forums as required.

Core Competencies

• Strong understanding of safeguarding and PSEA principles.
• Knowledge of Afghan child protection context and referral pathways.
• Excellent report writing skills in English.
• Fluency in Dari and Pashto.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to travel regularly to field locations.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

Safeguarding Commitment

TEO is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable populations. The successful candidate will be required to:

• Sign and adhere to TEO’s Code of Conduct and Safeguarding Policy.
• Undergo background/reference checks.
• Demonstrate commitment to child protection principles.

Preference

Qualified candidates from Kabul and northern provinces are encouraged to apply.
Both male and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Application Procedure

Interested candidates should submit:

• Updated CV
• Motivation letter
• Contact details of at least three professional references

Please clearly mention: “Child Safeguarding and Protection Officer – Kabul” in the email subject line.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from TEO within one week after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

teo.finance@gmail.com