Senior Advisor

Asia Community Development Organization (ACDO) is an Afghan non-governmental, non-political, and non-profit humanitarian organization established in 2014 and registered with the Government of Afghanistan under the supervision of Ministry of Economy (MoEc) with a mission to provide humanitarian and development assistance to the vulnerable, at-risk, and underserved people throughout the country.

ACDO responds to the needs of deprived and marginalized rural and urban communities by managing and utilizing the available scarce resources in a well-organized, efficient, effective, transparent, and dignified manner to enhance resilience, boost access to education, health services, and infrastructure, ensure food and livelihood security, and promote social protection and inclusion.

ACDO has an active presence in most parts of the country and intends to expand its operations to the remaining provinces, as to transform itself into a leading and developed organization that will deliver to and support large number of people who have been affected by the long-protracted and sudden on-set emergencies and regardless of the hardest circumstances that exist in Afghanistan, ACDO has managed to deliver humanitarian and development assistance in most part of country.

1- PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:

ACDO is seeking a highly experienced and visionary Senior Advisor to provide strategic guidance and high-level advisory support to the Executive Director and the SMT. The Senior Advisor will play a critical role in shaping ACDO’s long-term strategic direction, strengthening organizational systems, enhancing donor engagement, and fostering innovation, partnerships, and sustainability. This role serves as a trusted advisor and thought leader, contributing to organizational excellence, impact, and growth.

2. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Strategic Advisory & Organizational Guidance
• Programmatic & Donor Engagement Support
• Mentorship & Capacity Building
• Representation & Strategic Networking
• Monitoring, Learning & Organizational Development

3. DETAILED RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide high-level strategic advice to the Executive Director and SMT on governance, strategy, and program priorities.
• Support development and implementation of strategic plans, policies, and organizational frameworks.
• Advise on risk management, institutional strengthening, and operational efficiency.
• Provide insights on emerging trends and sector best practices.
• Advise on program design, quality assurance, and scaling strategies.
• Support high-level donor engagement, negotiations, and partnerships.
• Contribute to proposal development, consortium building, and resource mobilization.
• Mentor senior managers and department heads to strengthen leadership capacity.
• Promote a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous learning.
• Provide guidance on complex organizational and cross-functional challenges.
• Represent ACDO in high-level forums, donor meetings, and coordination platforms.
• Build and maintain relationships with government entities, UN agencies, donors, and NGOs.
• Advise on external engagement strategies to enhance organizational visibility and influence.
• Support performance monitoring and recommend improvements.
• Contribute to evaluations, audits, and strategic reviews.
• Provide input on policy revisions, systems strengthening, and innovation initiatives.

• Bachelor degree Bossiness Administration, Public Administration, Social Sciences, Literature, or related field.
• Minimum 10+ years of progressive experience in humanitarian and development sectors, including senior advisory or leadership roles.
• Proven expertise in strategic planning, organizational development, and governance.
• Strong experience working with international donors, UN agencies, and NGOs.
• Demonstrated experience in proposal development, partnerships, and resource mobilization.
• Experience in fragile or conflict-affected contexts (Afghanistan experience is an asset).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Fluency in English required; knowledge of Dari/Pashto is an advantage.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Strategic thinking and analytical capacity
• Leadership, coaching, and mentoring skills
• Strong communication and diplomacy
• Problem-solving and decision-making ability
• Cultural sensitivity and adaptability
• Commitment to humanitarian principles and ethics

KPIs

• Strategic recommendations effectively inform leadership decisions
• Contribution to organizational strategies, policies, and frameworks
• Strengthened donor relationships and partnerships
• Demonstrated capacity building of senior staff
• Positive feedback from leadership and stakeholders
• Evidence of innovation, learning, and improved efficiency

SAFEGUARDING AND ETHICAL COMMITMENTS

• ACDO maintains a zero-tolerance policy toward sexual exploitation, abuse, harassment, and misconduct. All staff are expected to:
• Uphold safeguarding principles and Code of Conduct
• Ensure dignity, respect, and protection for all
• Report safeguarding concerns immediately
• Promote accountability, inclusion, and ethical practices

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• High integrity, professionalism, and reliability
• Strong team player with leadership presence
• Results-oriented and detail-focused
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
• Adaptable and culturally sensitive

WHAT WE OFFER

• Opportunity to influence strategic direction of a growing national NGO
• High-level advisory role with meaningful impact
• Competitive salary package (based on experience)
• Professional and inclusive working environment

Qualified applicants are highly encouraged to apply for the position and submit their applications (Cover Letter and CV together) NOT Educational and Work Certificates, to the attention of the Human Resource Department at https://acdo.org/apply/senior-advisor-193 until 04:00 pm (Afghanistan Standard Time) July 20, 2026.

Shortlisted candidates will be directly contacted for a written test and consequently for an interview. If you are not contacted TWO WEEKS after the closing date, please know that your application has not been successful for the post.