The Aga Khan Foundation, Afghanistan (AKF (Afg)) is an agency of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), a group of international, private, non-denominational development agencies working to improve living conditions and opportunities for people in some of the poorest parts of the developing world. The Network’s organizations have individual mandates that range from the fields of health and education to architecture, rural development and promotion of private-sector enterprise and institutions that seek to empower communities and individuals, usually in disadvantaged circumstances, to improve living conditions and opportunities.  

AKF seeks to provide sustainable solutions to long-term problems of poverty, hunger, illiteracy, and ill health. In Afghanistan, AKF works with rural communities in mountainous, remote or resource poor areas to improve quality of life in the areas of natural resource management, market development, governance, education, and health. 

POSITION OBJECTIVE
The incumbent is responsible for conducting outreach to targeted underserved areas to diagnose and treat patients accessing mobile health care services. The position also involves managing and supervising the delivery of health and nutrition services by the mobile health team. In addition, the Medical Doctor is required to prepare and submit daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual project reports to the Provincial Coordinator.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
•    To diagnose and treat the patients attending mobile health teams for seeking health and nutrition services
•    To provide in service training and technical support to the mobile health team staff
•    Refer the patients with critical cases to the nearby health facilities.
•    Monitoring and supervision of mobile health team
•    Develop the annual plan and submit it to regional coordinator for further process and approval.
•    Actively participation in EPI, TB and nutrition interventions and other community-based health interventions
•    To properly develop and enter the treatment history of the patients in standard templates of the MoPH
•    To compile the standard MoPH templates for developing of monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual reports. 
•    To have close coordination with the community elders and related health facilities in implementation of the mobile health services.
•    To produce the requests for the required drugs and equipment for mobile health services
•    To manage the overall services, deliver by the staff of mobile health and nutrition team in targeted areas.
•    To develop standard schedule for the provision of mobile health and nutrition services in the targeted areas
•    Comply with AKF policies and practice with respect to child protection, code of conduct, health and safety, equal opportunities and other relevant policies and procedures.
•    Respect the target communities’ cultures, traditions and customs. 
•    Respect all AKF policies, rules and regulations and practice accordingly.
•    Any Other task assigned by the relevant supervisor
•    To carry out responsibilities of the role in a way which reflects AKF’s commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults in accordance with the Safeguarding Policy and Child Safeguarding Policy. 
•    To report any suspicions or actual violations of the Safeguarding Policy and and/or Child Safeguarding Policy as per the given training.

DECISION-MAKING & AUTHORITY
•    Take part in relevant staff appraisal under direct supervision.

JOB SPECIFICATION
•    Graduated from Recognized Medical University (MD), specialization will be preferred.
•    4 Years’ experience in BPHS health care services as MD (Clinic In charge) 
•    Ability to communicate effectively in local languages verbally and in writing.
•    Be able to work under pressure with tight deadlines.
•    Very good interpersonal communication skills
•    Must be capable of working both individually and as part of a team to undertake tasks in a fast-paced environment.
•    Strong Communication, Problem Solving, Teamwork, and coordination Skills

REQUIRED CORE COMPETENCIES
•    Attention to details & Technical Skills
•    Good communication skills 
•    Accountability
•    Writing, Reading and strong listening Skills
•    Creativity, Initiative, and ability to work with minimal supervision 
•    Effective medical practitioner skills and self-confidence

APPLICATION
Interested applicants should submit their CV along with a cover letter to bamyan.hr@akdn.org no later than 13th February 2026. 

Important Notes: 
        •     Please quote the Vacancy Number as the Subject of the e-mail when applying. 
•     No supporting documents (e.g., diplomas, recommendation letters, identification card(s) etc.) are required at this stage.
•     Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for further assessment.
•     Salary scale: Grade D, step 1 – 3 based on the organization’s salary scale. 

The Aga Khan Foundation Afghanistan (AKF- Afg) promotes a transparent and equitable recruitment process. We reiterate that all services related to job applications, including processing, seminars, and training programs, are provided free of charge. 

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications through our designated email address: bamyan.hr@akdn.org. Please note that each job vacancy is assigned a unique identification number for your reference. 

Aga Khan Foundation - Afghanistan (AKF- Afg) recruitment and selection process reflect our commitment to equal opportunity and protecting children and at-risk adults, beneficiaries, partners, community members and employees from safeguarding violations. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children and at-risk adults are recruited to work for us. In the process of recruitment, selection and appointment AKF (Afg) implement a range of procedures and vetting checks including criminal records disclosures to ensure everyone associated with AKF (Afg) is kept free from harm and abuse is prevented.
 
Protection from Sexual Exploitation Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH) is the responsibility of everyone, and all selected individuals will be required to comply with AKF (Afg)s Safeguarding Policy at all times. 

By sharing your cover letter and resume with AKF (Afg) in response to this job application, applicants consent AKF (Afg) to keep this information on file for Recruitment and Human Resources Management purposes.

We request all job seekers to be attentive and report any instances of individuals or entities claiming to charge fees on behalf of AKF Afghanistan to AKFA.HR@akdn.org. Our commitment to ethical practices ensures that your career aspirations are supported without any financial burden during recruitment.