AEHDA-Org Vision

AEHDA envisions empowering Afghan women, youth, children, and vulnerable groups through equitable access to quality education, healthcare, well-being, sustainable livelihoods, and essential services, fostering a prosperous and resilient Afghanistan.

AEHDA-Org Mission

AEHDA is committed to empowering Afghan women, youth, children, and vulnerable groups by providing accessible, quality, and sustainable education, healthcare, mental health and psychosocial support, livelihood opportunities, and essential services.

 We strive to foster community resilience, social cohesion, and economic growth, ultimately contributing to a prosperous and self-reliant Afghanistan

Guiding Strategic Principles

AEHDA is dedicated to fulfilling its mission through contextual, participatory, results-oriented, transparent, and accountable services. Our approach emphasizes professionalism, gender sensitivity, and the empowerment of Afghan communities, especially women, through the following strategic principles:

• Community and Women Empowerment: We prioritize decentralized, bottom-up approaches that foster real participation, allowing communities, especially women, to play an active role in their development.
• Contextual Integration: Incorporating local insights and recommendations into strategy and policy decision-making processes at national and sub-national levels to ensure our work is relevant and impactful.
• Sustainable Development: Promoting development that meets the needs of today without compromising future generations, emphasizing resilience and long-term community well-being.
• Public-Private Partnership and Ownership: Building partnerships that bridge public and private sectors, encouraging shared responsibility and ownership of outcomes.
• One Health Approach: Addressing interconnected health risks among people, animals, and the environment to improve overall health outcomes.
• Results-Based Management: Focusing on measurable outcomes and continuous improvement in program delivery to maximize impact.
• Management Efficiency: Streamlining operations and resource allocation to enhance organizational effectiveness and accountability.
• Partnership Development and Coordination: Strengthening collaborations with various stakeholders to create a cohesive and supportive network for sustainable change.
• Creating Opportunities for Personal Development: Fostering an environment in which individuals can realize their potential and express their unique talents and abilities.

AEHDA-Org Objectives:

To contribute towards its strategic goal, AEHDA pursues following specific objectives:

1. Educational Empowerment
   1. Improve access to quality education for Afghan women, children, and underserved communities through policy advocacy, infrastructure development, educator training, and culturally relevant curricula.
   2. Promote literacy and skills development programs for lifelong learning, focusing on marginalized groups.
2. Healthcare and Nutrition
   1. Expand healthcare services emphasizing maternal, neonatal, and child health (MNCH) and communicable disease control (CDC) to improve outcomes in diverse communities.
   2. Implement community-based nutrition programs addressing malnutrition through sustainable practices and nutrition education.
3. Food Security for Targeted Groups
   1. Ensure need-based food distribution to vulnerable groups in regions affected by food insecurity.
   2. Partner with local organizations for the efficient distribution of culturally appropriate food supplies.
4. Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS)
   1. Develop and expand MHPSS programs focusing on Afghan women, children, and conflict-affected individuals.
   2. Train local mental health practitioners to deliver culturally sensitive, trauma-informed MHPSS services.
5. Sustainable Development
   1. Integrate One Health principles addressing health risks between people, animals, and the environment.
   2. Launch awareness campaigns promoting sustainable agricultural and environmental practices.
6. Research and Advocacy
   1. Conduct evidence-based research on health, education, and social issues for data-driven advocacy.
   2. Advocate for policies improving access to essential services and protecting the rights of vulnerable communities.
7. Community Empowerment
   1. Strengthen community resilience through training for community leaders, healthcare service providers, teachers, and community activists.
   2. Empower women-led organizations and local initiatives for sustainable, community-driven change.
8. Emergency Response
   1. Develop and implement emergency response frameworks addressing crises with immediate aid and recovery planning.
   2. Ensure rapid responses for food security, WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene), and mental health support.

AEHDA Org Principles and Core Values

• Justice
• Independency
• Integrity
• Transparency and Accountability
• Impartiality
• Professionalism
• Neutral
• Transparency & Accountability
• Innovation and creativity
• Volunteerism and activism

اهدا موسیسی په هکله

د افغانستان  دپوهنی او روغتیايي مرستندویه  یو غیر انتفاعي، غیر سیاسي، غیر فرقه ییزه او غیر دولتي موسسه ده چې  د اقتصاد وزارت سره   ثبت او  راجستر شوې ده ،

در مورد موسیسه اهدا 

موسیسه کمک‌های تعلیمی و صحی افغانستان یک موسیسه غیرانتفاعی، غیر سیاسی، غیر فرقه‌ای و غیردولتی است که در وزارت اقتصاد  ثبت وراجستر شده است

زموږ ماموریت
اهدا  یوه غیر انتفاعي، غیر سیاسي، غیر فرقه ییزه او غیر دولتي موسسه ده چې د معاصر پرمختیایي خدمتونه د پوهنی، څیړنې او پراختیا، روغتیایی  پاملرنې، د مشرتابه د حمایت او دښو اړیکو ساتلو    دنده لري 

  : ماموریت ما 
اهدا یک سازمان غیرانتفاعی، غیرسیاسی، غیر فرقه ای و غیر دولتی است که موظف به انجام خدمات توسعه معاصر در زمینه تعلیم ، تحقیق و توسعه، مراقبت های صحی ، حمایت رهبری و ارتباطات است

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AEHDA Organization

JOB DESCRIPTION  

Terms of Reference (ToR).

Provincial Coordinator

Terms of Reference (ToR) for the position of Provincial Coordinator based in Herat, for AEHDA’s Health, WASH, and Protection project.

Terms of Reference (ToR)

Position Title: Provincial Coordinator
Project Title: Health, WASH, and Protection Interventions
Duty Station: Herat Province (Provincial Office)
Duration: 1 year (extendable up to 3 years based on performance and funding)
Probation Period: 3 months
Reporting to: Project Manager / Program Director

1. Background

AEHDA is implementing an integrated multi-sectoral project in Herat Province targeting underserved districts with essential Health, WASH, and Protection services. The Provincial Coordinator will ensure smooth coordination and oversight of project implementation at the provincial level, ensuring alignment with national strategies and donor expectations.

2. Purpose of the Position

The Provincial Coordinator is responsible for leading, coordinating, supervising, and representing AEHDA at the provincial level. S/he ensures high-quality implementation of activities, timely reporting, staff management, and effective stakeholder engagement.

3. Key Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and coordination of AEHDA operations in Herat province.
• Oversee daily implementation of Health, WASH, and Protection activities in targeted districts.
• Supervise provincial field teams, ensuring effective planning, logistics, and accountability.
• Liaise with local authorities, MoPH, DoPH, WASH Cluster, GBV sub-cluster, and community leaders.
• Monitor program progress against work plans, targets, and budgets.
• Review and compile provincial-level reports for submission to HQ and donors.
• Ensure timely data sharing with M&E and data teams for analysis and reporting.
• Participate in provincial coordination meetings and represent AEHDA professionally.
• Ensure compliance with AEHDA and donor guidelines, including safeguarding and PSEA policies.
• Provide regular feedback and recommendations for improving project quality and impact.

4. Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Development Studies, Management, or related fields (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in humanitarian or development program management, preferably in Health, WASH, or Protection sectors.
• Proven experience managing multidisciplinary teams at field or provincial levels.
• Strong coordination, representation, and negotiation skills.
• Familiarity with donor regulations, MoPH systems, and community structures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Dari, Pashto, and English.

5. Core Competencies

• Leadership and team management
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement
• Planning, coordination, and problem-solving
• Conflict resolution and cultural sensitivity
• Result-oriented and quality assurance mindset

6. Reporting Line

The Provincial Coordinator reports directly to the Project Manager and works closely with the M&E Officer, Sector Specialists, Logistics, and HR.

7. PSEA (Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse)

AEHDA upholds a zero-tolerance policy for sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment. The Provincial Coordinator is expected to uphold the highest ethical standards, comply with AEHDA’s safeguarding and PSEA policies, and ensure staff compliance.

8. Security and Travel

• The position is based in Herat but may require regular field visits to Adraskan, Gulran, and Koshk-e-Robath Sangi districts.
• The coordinator must comply with AEHDA’s security protocols and risk mitigation strategies.

9. Interdiction Clause

• Any violation of AEHDA’s internal policies, misuse of funds, negligence in duties, or breach of contract may lead to disciplinary measures, including immediate termination of employment

4. Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Public Health, Development Studies, Management, or related fields (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in humanitarian or development program management, preferably in Health, WASH, or Protection sectors.
• Proven experience managing multidisciplinary teams at field or provincial levels.
• Strong coordination, representation, and negotiation skills.
• Familiarity with donor regulations, MoPH systems, and community structures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Dari, Pashto, and English.

5. Core Competencies

• Leadership and team management
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement
• Planning, coordination, and problem-solving
• Conflict resolution and cultural sensitivity
• Result-oriented and quality assurance mindset

Interested candidates are requested to send their CVs along with other relevant supporting documents to the email address below by 21 June 2025.

Email     SUBJECT:   1.2.1  PC /PM/ HWP-25005/AEHDA/WVI    

 (Applications without the correct vacancy number in the subject line will not be accepted.)

Submission Requirements:

• All application documents should be in a single ZIP folder.
• Only candidates with relevant field experience in health and an educational degree in a related field will be considered.
• A Cover letter is required in the first email submission.
• Don’t call on whatsappp or mobile .
• Only  send your email to  hwp@aheda.org

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