Aga Khan Health Services (AKHS) is one of the most comprehensive private, not‐for‐profit health care systems in the developing world with community health programs in large geographical areas in Central and South Asia, as well as in East Africa.

The Aga Khan Health Services, Afghanistan (AKHS, A) was established in 2003 as part of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN). AKHS, A provides health care services mainly on behalf of the government including the Ministry of Public Health’s of Afghanistan’s Basic Package of Health Services (BPHS) and Essential Package of Hospital Services (EPHS). AKHS, A is unique both in scale and scope, delivering critical health services along the continuum of care, from Community Health Workers (CHWs) to ISO certified hospital facilities.

Since 2003 AKHS, A is implementing Healthcare services in Bamyan, Baghlan and Badakhshan provinces, expanded to Takhar, Kabul, Baghlan. The agency’s scope of work includes the provision of primary and secondary Healthcare, Preventive and curative medical care, Nursing and Midwifery education, Human Resources Development and Hospital Management. The current working modality and role of AKHS, A in Bamyan and Badakhshan provinces as BPHS and EPHS implementer. AKHS, A provides technical support as well as capacity building of health personnel, immunization services, nutrition trainings and the training of Community Health Nurses and Community Health Midwifery.

AKHS, A tapped into internal and other donor fundings to continue supplementary and complementary supports to the national health system. Moreover, AKHS, A scale up AKDN innovations, including, expansions of e-Health services, e-learning initiatives, and cross border arrangements. To promote healthy environment, AKHS, A is implementing net zero and greenhouse gas emission.

• Provide individual and group psychosocial counselling sessions to clients as required.
•  Conduct case management, including follow-up of registered clients and care planning.
• Organize and facilitate stress management workshops and related psychosocial activities
• Conduct awareness-raising sessions on mental health, coping strategies, and stress management for clients
• Maintain daily records of counselling sessions and client interactions in a confidential and safe manner.
• Prepare daily and monthly reports for project management
• Ensure delivery of high-quality psychosocial services in line with AKHS standards and national guidelines.
• Perform individual assessments, develop treatment plans, and provide psychological support.
• Organize workshops or training sessions for clients and community members
• Support capacity-building and awareness initiatives at health facilities and in communities.
• Collaborate with project staff, health facility staff, and community actors to improve psychosocial support coverage.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the line supervisor

SPECIFICATIONS (MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS)

• Education:  Diploma / bachelor’s degree in Psychology

• Work Experience: At least 1- or 2-years’ relevant experience

Skills:                        

• Strong Communication skills.
• Ability to travel to remote areas and districts.
• Ability to work effectively in a team.
• Languages: Fluency in English and Local Language(s).

Personal Characteristics:  

• Tolerance, Flexibility, Honesty and Being cautious.

Qualified applicants who are exactly suitable with the above criteria are requested to send their applications + CVs through this link: https://forms.gle/eiaLnHwhX29of2KW6

Note: Applications are reviewed on active bases and after receiving sufficient eligible applications we may process the position before closing date. 

Aga Khan Health Service, Afghanistan strives to promote diversity as well as provide an equal employment opportunity to each candidate, regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, language, marital status, origin, political affiliation, religion, sex, or social statuses.

Aga khan Health Service- Afghanistan is an equal opportunities employer. Female are encouraged to apply.

AKHS is concerned about the climate and environmental crises we face and is doing everything possible to reduce our own impact, encouraging others to do the same, and advancing understanding in this field. AKHS has set itself the task of getting as close to net-zero carbon operations as possible by 2030. We expect all staff to contribute to achieving these aims in the context of their roles. We encourage applicants with previous experience or an interest in this field to app.

(AKHS, A enforces a zero-tolerance stance towards behaviors inconsistent with the goals of AKDN and AKHS, A, encompassing sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, authority abuse, and discrimination. The organization is committed to stringent child safeguarding principles. Successful candidates are required to align with these standards, undergoing thorough reference and background assessments, which involve validating academic credentials and employment history. Additional information may be requested for a comprehensive background check.)

“AKHS, A is an equal employment opportunity organization, and with the mandate of transparent, open, and fair recruitment process. Any follow up during the recruitment process by the applicant/candidate can disqualify the querier”.