Islamic Relief Worldwide (IRW) is an international, non-profitable, non-governmental humanitarian relief organization with its head quarter in Birmingham, UK. It enjoys consultative status with the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations and is a signatory to the Code of Conduct for International Red Cross and red Crescent Moments and NGOs in Disaster Relief. Islamic Relief has been working in Afghanistan for more than 23 years, providing emergency relief and implementing life-changing development projects for some of the most vulnerable people in the country. Islamic Relief set up our first Afghanistan office in 1999. Since then, IRA continued providing assistances in emergency relief, food security, livelihood, education, health, nutrition, shelter, orphan sponsorship, Ramadan and Qurbani programmes

At Islamic Relief Worldwide Afghanistan, we are committed to providing young talents with the tools and opportunities to advance and grow professionally, in alignment with our core values: Sincerity, Excellence, Custodianship, Compassion, and Social Justice. In this regard, we have launched a program under the HELP Project Youth Component, aimed at hiring and developing young graduates. This initiative equips them with the necessary skills to succeed in future positions across various departments, while enhancing their employability in the local job market.

The program focuses on building a talent pool that is well-rounded, strengthening both technical abilities and essential behavioral/life skills. Additionally, it provides young individuals with the chance to refine their skills, share their experiences, and contribute meaningfully in a professional context.

Duties & Responsibilities

The intern will support the department across the functions which will not only assist IRAF Kandahar operation but will provide the opportunity to learn multi-functional operation.

1.     Recruitment

·      Provide support to CO HR team during the recruitment process.

2.     Employee Records Management

·      Update HR databases and systems with accurate information.

·      Support the collection and filing of performance reviews and evaluations.

·      Attendance and Leave Tracking

·      Monitor daily attendance and ensure timesheets are accurate.

3.     Administrative Duties

·      Organize and maintain office supplies and administrative records.

·      Facilitate internal communication by managing correspondence and scheduling meetings.

·      Support logistical arrangements for events, training, or workshops.

4.     HR Policy and Compliance

·      Assist in the dissemination of HR policies and procedures.

·      Ensure confidentiality in handling sensitive employee information.

5.     Capacity Development

·      Participate in training sessions and capacity-building opportunities provided by IRAF.

·      Provide administrative support for staff training initiatives

Qualifications:

·      A bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Fresh graduates).

·      Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

·      Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

·      Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, Dari, and Pashto.

·      Demonstrated ability to work in a team and independently.

·      Basic understanding of HR principles and best practices is a plus.

Skills and Competencies:

·      Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.

·      Time management and multitasking abilities.

·      Adaptable and eager to learn new skills.

Interested and qualified national candidates should submit a cover letter explaining their motivation and an updated CV to the following link:

https://jobs.af/jobs/admin-hr-intern-8sExubfxF

The closing date for accepting applications is 11 November 2025.

Please note that applications received after the closing date will not be considered, and only short-listed candidates will be called for written test.