Project Coordinator

Afghanaid is a British humanitarian and development non-governmental organisation established in 1983, dedicated to delivering humanitarian and development assistance across Afghanistan. For over four decades, the organisation has implemented programmes tailored to the needs of local communities, environmental conditions, and international development frameworks. With its head office in Kabul, Afghanaid maintains direct operations in Badakhshan, Herat, Samangan, Ghor, Nangarhar, Kunar, Balkh, Jawzjan, Faryab, Sar-e- Pul and Daikundi provinces, and through partner organisations implements projects in Nuristan, Faryab, Ghazni, Jawzjan, Paktika and Takhar.

Afghanaid’s work is founded on four core pillars of sustainable development: the provision of basic services for all; economic opportunities, sustainable livelihoods and food security; climate change adaptation and disaster risk reduction; and the delivery of emergency humanitarian assistance.

Role Summary:

The Project Coordinator will be responsible for the overall coordination, implementation, and quality assurance of the CARL project activities in Ghor province. The position will ensure effective delivery of interventions related to livelihoods development, agriculture, irrigation, watershed management, and enterprise development, while maintaining high standards of technical quality, accountability, and compliance with organizational and donor requirements.

The Project Coordinator will play a key leadership role in managing field teams, coordinating with relevant government authorities, community institutions, and project stakeholders, and ensuring that project objectives are achieved within the approved timeframe and budget.

Responsibilities:

1. Project Management and Implementation

• Support the Project Manager in leading the planning, implementation, and monitoring of project activities in accordance with the approved project work plan, budget, and donor guidelines.
• Ensure timely and quality delivery of interventions related to livelihoods, agriculture, irrigation infrastructure, watershed management, and enterprise development.
• Oversee field implementation to ensure activities meet technical standards and project objectives.
• Monitor progress against project indicators and ensure corrective actions are taken where needed.
• Ensure project activities are implemented in a participatory and inclusive manner, particularly engaging women and vulnerable groups.

2. Team Leadership and Supervision

• Provide leadership, guidance, and supervision to project staff including technical officers, engineers, and field teams.
• Promote a culture of quality, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement within the project team.
• Ensure staff understand project objectives, targets, and implementation methodologies.
• Identify capacity gaps and facilitate staff mentoring and development.

3. Coordination and Stakeholder Engagement

• Establish and maintain strong coordination with relevant government authorities, line departments, and local institutions at provincial and district levels.
• Represent the organization in coordination meetings with government entities, partners, and other stakeholders.
• Facilitate collaboration with community structures, producer groups, and local development committees.
• Ensure alignment of project activities with government priorities and local development plans.
• Provide regular coordination with the Provincial Programme Focal Point to ensure that project implementation, stakeholder communication, and field engagement are consistent with the strategic direction, engagement policies, and programmatic priorities of Afghanaid.

4. Technical Quality Assurance

• Ensure high technical standards in project interventions related to agriculture, irrigation systems, watershed management, and enterprise development.
• Review technical designs, field plans, and implementation approaches to ensure they meet required standards.
• Promote innovation and problem-solving to improve project performance.
• Ensure all interventions are implemented with a strong focus on quality, sustainability, and community ownership.

5. Planning, Monitoring and Reporting

• Support the team in the development of annual work plans, activity plans, and implementation schedules.
• Track project progress and ensure accurate documentation of activities and results.
• Prepare high-quality weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports for internal management and donors.
• Work closely with Monitoring and Evaluation teams to ensure accurate data collection and reporting.

6. Financial and Compliance Management

• Support the Project Manager in budget planning and ensure project activities are implemented within approved budgets.
• Help Project Manager in monitoring the expenditure and ensure cost-effective use of project resources.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, donor regulations, and operational procedures.
• Coordinate with finance, procurement, and logistics teams for efficient project support.

7. Risk Management and Problem Solving

• Work with Project Manager to identify implementation risks and develop mitigation measures.
• Address operational challenges proactively and ensure timely solutions.
• Ensure project continuity in challenging operational environments.

Education & Professional Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Rural Development, Agriculture, or related field.
• A Master’s degree will be considered an advantage.

Work Experience

• Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience in managing development projects, preferably in livelihoods, agriculture, irrigation, watershed management, or rural development.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating multi-sector projects in rural and remote areas.
• Proven experience working with government institutions, community structures, and development partners.
• Strong experience in project planning, monitoring, and reporting.

Professional Skills, Competencies, Values and Attitudes

• Strong leadership and team management skills
• High level of initiative and problem-solving ability
• Strong commitment to quality and results-oriented implementation
• Excellent coordination and stakeholder engagement skills
• Strong analytical, planning, and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively in remote and challenging environments
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and accountability
• Fluency in Dari and Pashto
• Good working knowledge of English (written and spoken)

Other Requirements

• Willingness to travel frequently to remote project areas.
• Strong commitment to community development and participatory approaches.
• must adhere to all organizational policies including safeguarding, protection, anti-fraud, and ethical conduct policies, ensuring that all project activities are implemented in a safe, transparent, and accountable manner.

Please create your portal account and submit your application by filling the Afghanaid standard job application form by no later than 22^nd March 2026. Your covering letter and CV should be in PDF format.  Your covering letter should be no more than 1 standard A4 page in length and explain how you meet the essential and desirable position requirements and why you feel you would be a suitable candidate for this role. Your CV should be no more than 4 pages and include 3 professional references including your current employer. Afghanaid has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation and misconduct, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.

Afghanaid is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer that does not discriminate based on race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.

We invite qualified candidates to apply for the position through the Afghanaid HR portal. Please click on the link below to complete your application.

Link for the Afghanaid HR portal: https://afghanaid.odoo.com/jobs

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to every application. If you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of the deadline, then you have not been successful for shortlisting.

Note: Priority will be given to candidates from the local area. Local candidates are highly encouraged to apply for