About Rupani Foundation, Afghanistan

Rupani Foundation, Afghanistan is an international, not-for-profit and non-governmental organization, committed to fostering sustainable development across the country. The Foundation focuses on skill development, disaster risk reduction (DRR), reforestation and agricultural development, early childhood development (ECD), and education.

Rupani Foundation (RF) has been working in Afghanistan since 2008 with a focus on building prosperous, inclusive, and resilient local communities, RF is dedicated to eradicating extreme poverty through strong partnerships with local communities, donors, and collaborators to promote sustainable social and economic development.

General Responsibilities:

The Trainers will provide structured, practical training sessions tailored to participants’ learning needs. They will plan and implement training schedules, prepare lesson plans, monitor trainee progress, and ensure a supportive and safe training environment. Trainers will also mentor participants to pursue employment or small business opportunities after completing the training.

Specific Duties:

• Prepare a detailed monthly and daily training plan and deliver training accordingly.
• Deliver comprehensive, hands-on training in Carpet Weaving (قالین بافی)or Ragzah Weaving(رغزه بافی).
• Introduce participants to the history, cultural value, and economic potential of weaving crafts.
• Teach proper use, care, and maintenance of weaving tools, looms, and related equipment.
• Make a list of required materials and tools for the training program and ensure their proper use.
• Continuously monitor and assess trainee progress through practical evaluations.
• Provide weekly training progress reports to the project team.
• Foster creativity, patience, and attention to detail to ensure production of marketable, high-quality items.
• Guide participants in producing woven items suitable for market linkage, exhibitions, and income generation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe training environment.
• Develop and update lesson plans, training materials, and attendance records.
• Actively participate in project meetings, coordination sessions, and related activities.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the line manager.

Education & Experience:

• Minimum of high school diploma; formal training in weaving or related crafts preferred.
• At least 2-3 years of practical experience in Carpet Weaving or Ragzah Weaving.
• Prior experience as a vocational trainer or mentor is highly desirable.

Other Skills

• Strong knowledge of weaving techniques, tools, and materials.
• Patience, creativity, and strong teaching/communication skills.
• Ability to prepare training plans and reports.
• Ability to mentor both literate and low-literacy participants.
• Basic record-keeping and reporting skills.
• Fluency in Dari and Pashto; English is an asset.
• Strong interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity.

Rupani Foundation maintains a zero-tolerance policy toward all forms of exploitation, abuse, and child maltreatment. The organization treats all concerns and complaints involving its employees and affiliated personnel with utmost seriousness. To uphold the highest standards of integrity and safety, all prospective candidates undergo rigorous background checks and screening procedures.

Submission guidelines

If you have the expertise to take on this exciting opportunity, please apply online by sending your CV and motivation cover letter to  hr@rupanifoundationaf.org and copy to info@rupanifoundationaf.org up to 6/9/2025. Please clearly indicate the position's vacancy number AD10-25 for Carpet Weaving section and or AD11-25 for Ragzah Weaving section in the subject of your email, otherwise, your application will not be considered.

Rupani Foundation Afghanistan welcomes applications from all sections of the community and promotes diversity.  Although all applications will be considered on their individual merit, suitably qualified women candidates are especially encouraged to apply.  Due to high volumes of applications received, we can only correspond with short-listed applicants. Should you not have received feedback on your application within four weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful