Action for Welfare and Development in Rural Environments Organization (AWDREO) is a non-governmental, non-profit, and non-political organization, engaged in multi-sector programs in the realms of education, Livelihood, community development, capacity building, human resource management, emergency response, health, and WASH.

AWDREO, established in 2015, aims to be a catalyst for promoting peace, stability, and development, alongside the Government of Afghanistan, by targeting the marginalized, women, girls, youth and children, the illiterate, and the poor in rural communities.

Job Description:

An IT Officer is a professional who works closely with teams of technical experts to implement and manage computer systems, hardware,  software, and networks in an organization. This job requires a solid understanding of networking, web development, designing, and database management. He /she is responsible for troubleshooting and fixing technical issues in computer systems, networks, and software applications. He/ she must also ensure that the organization's data and information are protected, backed up, and recoverable in case of a disaster. The IT Officer must stay up to date with technological advancements and trends in the field so she /he can keep the organization's systems running smoothly.

Duties and Responsibilities:

•  Developing and maintaining the organization's website up to date
• Designing posters, brochures, booklets, and portfolios as per the organization's marketing policy
• Implementing security protocols
• Maintaining hardware and software
• Performing network maintenance
• Providing technical support to employees
• Evaluating data requirements and protection measures
• Maintaining the server and creating a network of computers, printers and copay machine
• Managing information technology and computer systems
• Planning, organizing, controlling, and evaluating IT and electronic data operations
• Back up files from Web sites to local directories for recovery.
• Evaluating code to ensure it meets industry standards, is valid, is properly structured, and is compatible with browsers, devices, or operating systems.

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in IT.
• Proficient in JavaScript, HTML 
• Expertise in data center operations.
• Good knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, and Premier
• Knowledge of IT security protocols.
• Proficiency in various programming languages.
• Relevant certifications and experience in networking, security, and other allied areas of IT may also be required. 
• Good communication skills and ability to work independently.
• Knowledge of both written and spoken English.

Qualified and interested Afghan candidates should submit their cover letter; and update CV, to the following Email address: awdreo.hr@awdreo.org. Your cover letter must describe your reasons for applying to this position and the relevance of your previous activities with the position requirements and duties.

The subject line of the Email must be (IT OFFICER), VA NO: AWDREO/024-2024

Please don’t attach heavy files & or any other documents more than (1024kb), otherwise, your application will not be considered for shortlisting.

Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.