The Youth’s Assembly for Afghanistan Rehabilitation (YAAR) is a national, non-governmental, and non-profit organization founded in 1994, register no. 157, to deliver humanitarian assistance and support Afghanistan’s long-term recovery. Over the last three decades, YAAR has grown into a capable and community-focused organization with experience working in more than 17 provinces  and implemented multisectoral projects in partnership with UN agencies, INGOs, embassies, and local institutions.

Job Summary:

The Reproductive Health (RH) Officer is responsible for planning, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating reproductive health programs in alignment with national strategies and organizational objectives. The officer ensures high-quality reproductive health services, strengthens health facility capacity, supports staff, and coordinates with stakeholders at provincial and district levels.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Program Planning & Policy Integration:
   • Integrate national reproductive health strategy and policy at provincial and district levels.
   • Assist the YAAR management team with reproductive health-related issues at the provincial level.
   • Ensure all RH staff are aware of national RH guidelines and treatment protocols.
   • Update RH staff with new national documents and guidelines.
2. Service Delivery & Facility Support:
   • Verify availability and proper utilization of RH-related equipment and tools in health facilities.
   • Monitor Emergency Obstetric Care (EmOC) centers to ensure compliance with national standards.
   • Improve referral system links across health facility levels (HP, SC, BHC, CHC, Hospital).
   • Train and support YAAR health facility staff in accordance with national guidelines.
   • Identify, solve, or refer RH staff problems to relevant departments as required.
   • Conduct monthly midwife meetings to share information, address problems, and find solutions.
   • Evaluate RH staff training needs and identify capacity-building opportunities at facility or provincial levels.
3. Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting:
   • Collect, analyze, and report program data to assess the effectiveness of reproductive health interventions.
   • Identify gaps in service delivery and recommend improvements.
4. Stakeholder Engagement & Advocacy:
   • Participate actively in RH-related workshops and meetings at provincial or national levels.
   • Coordinate with government agencies, NGOs, and community structures to strengthen RH services.
   • Raise awareness on reproductive health, gender equality, and rights-based approaches.
5. Capacity Building & Training:
   • Conduct training sessions for health workers, community volunteers, and peer educators on reproductive health topics.
   • Promote knowledge transfer and best practices among staff and partners.
6. Emergency & Special Programs (if applicable):
   • Support reproductive health services in humanitarian or emergency settings.
   • Coordinate rapid assessments and service delivery for vulnerable populations.

Education: Female Medical Doctor (MD) or Midwife degree from a recognized institution, (Gyn Specialist is preferred).

Experience: At least 3 years of proven experience in reproductive health or related field.

• Strong communication skills.
• Fluent in English, Pashto, and Dari with excellent speaking and writing skills.
• Proficient computing skills – word processing, spreadsheet design, and presentations.

• Efficiency, result-oriented, and excellent management capabilities.
• Ability of problem-solving and conflict resolution.
• Capacity to perform effectively under pressure and harsh conditions; ability to handle confidential and politically sensitive issues responsibly and maturely.
• Excellent capacity development and teamwork skills; cross-cultural and gender sensitivity.
• Ability to travel throughout the province.
• Respect the confidentiality of the organization.

Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse:

Actively promote PSEA (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse) standards within YAAR and amongst beneficiaries served by YAAR.

Safeguarding:

It is all staff’s shared responsibility and obligation to safeguard and protect populations with whom we work, including adults who may be particularly vulnerable and children. This includes safeguarding from the following conduct by our staff or partners: sexual exploitation and abuse; exploitation, neglect, or abuse of children and adults at risk; and any form of trafficking in persons.

Please note:

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a written test and/or interview.

• Incomplete applications or those received after the closing date will not be considered.

• YAAR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Interested candidates are requested to submit their updated CV and Cover Letter (combined in a single PDF Only file) via email to recruitment@yaar.af

Please clearly mention the Position Title and Vacancy Number in the email subject line (YAAR -GZN /RH Officer-009-); otherwise, your application will not be considered.