The Organization for Women Empowerment (OWE) was established in 2014 as a non-profit and development organization - registered with the NGO Department of the Ministry of Economy, the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan. OWE aims to help impoverished communities, particularly women, youth, and children, gain social, economic and political potency by raising awareness, building capacity, educational and vocational skills training, and creating professional opportunities. OWE is a women’s organization for women. OWE's learning experience as a development organization comes from its working association with communities in different areas of Afghanistan. More importantly, OWE is one of the successful organizations in the community, NGO Coordination Bureau, and region.

Background

The Organization for Women Empowerment (OWE) is implementing the “Promoting women entrepreneurship and reestablishment of small businesses for the forcibly returned women in Kunduz Province of Afghanistan” project in Kunduz Province, Afghanistan. The project aims to empower the forcibly returned women entrepreneurs by providing them with the necessary skills, resources, and support to reopen their businesses and enhance their economic participation and contribute to sustainable development in the region. The Organization for Women Empowerment (OWE) has been entrusted with the implementation of this project by UNHCR.

Objective

The main objective of this assignment is to enhance the entrepreneurial skills and knowledge of Thirty women entrepreneurs in Kunduz province, Afghanistan. The Master Trainer will deliver comprehensive training programs and provide ongoing coaching and mentoring support to ensure the successful establishment and operation of their businesses.

Scope of Work

The Master Trainer will be responsible for the following tasks:

1. Develop Training Modules: Design and develop training modules on business planning, business finance, marketing, and accessing micro grants, tailored to the specific needs of women entrepreneurs in Afghanistan. The modules should be practical, interactive, and include real-life examples and case studies.
2. Training Delivery: Conduct training sessions for the thirty women entrepreneurs, employing effective training methodologies and techniques to ensure maximum knowledge transfer. The training sessions should be engaging, participatory, and hands-on, allowing participants to apply the concepts learned to their own business ventures.
3. Coaching and Mentoring: Provide individualized coaching and mentoring support to each participant, assisting them in implementing the knowledge gained during the training sessions. This support should include regular follow-up meetings, guiding participants in business decision-making, problem-solving, and addressing challenges they may encounter.
4. Monitoring and Evaluation: Establish a monitoring and evaluation framework to assess the progress and impact of the training program. Regularly monitor the performance of the participants and provide feedback to OWE on their progress. Conduct post-training evaluations to measure the effectiveness of the training and make recommendations for improvement.
5. Deliverables

The Master Trainer is expected to deliver the following:

1. 1. Training Modules: Comprehensive training modules on business planning, business finance, marketing, and accessing micro grants tailored to the specific needs of women entrepreneurs in Afghanistan.
   2. Training Sessions: Conduct interactive and engaging training sessions for the thirty women entrepreneurs, ensuring effective knowledge transfer for sixteen weeks.
   3. Coaching and Mentoring Support: Provide ongoing coaching and mentoring support to the participants, assisting them in successfully operating their businesses.
   4. Monitoring and Evaluation Reports: Submit regular monitoring and evaluation reports, including participant progress updates and recommendations for program enhancement.

Required Qualifications and Experience

      The ideal candidate for the Master Trainer position should possess the following qualifications and experience:

Education: A relevant degree in business administration, entrepreneurship, or a related field.

Experience: A minimum of five years of experience in delivering training programs on business planning, business finance, marketing, and entrepreneurship. Experience in coaching and mentoring women entrepreneurs is highly desirable.

Knowledge: In-depth understanding of the challenges and opportunities for women entrepreneurs in Afghanistan. Familiarity with the Afghan business environment, microfinance, and access to finance mechanisms is an advantage.

Skills: Excellent facilitation and presentation skills, with the ability to engage and motivate participants. Strong coaching and mentoring abilities to guide participants in their business operations. Good analytical and report writing skills.

Language: Proficiency in English and Dari/Pashto languages.

Qualified applicants are encouraged to submit their resumes (CV) with a detailed application letter and contact details, no later than Feb 25, 2026, to admin.hr@owe 

 Please clearly indicate “Master Trainer” and VA number in the subject line of the email.