PSEAH/RH Officer

Afghanistan Relief and Sustainable Development Organization (ARSDO) is a national, non-profit development organization established in 2017 and registered with the Ministry of Economy of Afghanistan (Registration No. 4190). ARSDO has a strong grassroots presence and extensive experience in designing and implementing community-based development and humanitarian interventions across Afghanistan.

ARSDO works through a three-pronged strategy: 1. Community Organization and Inclusion: Strengthening grassroots community institutions with a strong focus on inclusion of vulnerable groups, particularly women and children. 2. Capacity Strengthening: Enhancing the knowledge, skills, and capacities of local communities to actively participate as co-implementers in addressing existing and emerging social, economic, and humanitarian challenges. 3. Advocacy and Policy Engagement: Advocating for improved justice, policy reforms, and the development of laws and strategies to combat social, economic, and rights-based challenges at local, national, and international levels.

ARSDO implements multi-sectoral programs including Education, Health, Economic Empowerment, Humanitarian Response, Gender-Based Violence (GBV), and Construction, combining advocacy with quality service delivery.

1. Purpose of the Position

The PSEAH/RH Officer is responsible for planning, implementing, and monitoring reproductive health (RH) activities while ensuring integration of Protection from Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, and Harassment (PSEAH) principles across all organizational activities. The role ensures quality RH service delivery and promotes a safe, accountable, and abuse‑free environment for staff and beneficiaries.

2. Key Responsibilities

Reproductive Health (RH) Responsibilities

·       Support implementation of RH services in line with organizational and national health guidelines.

·       Supervise and monitor RH-related activities at health facilities or program sites.

·       Ensure quality of maternal, neonatal, family planning, and other RH services.

·       Conduct regular field visits and provide technical support to health staff.

·       Collect, compile, and report RH data accurately and timely.

·       Support capacity building and on-the-job training of RH staff.

·       Coordinate with management and health teams for service improvement.

·       Ensure compliance with national standards and donor requirements.

PSEAH Responsibilities

·       Promote awareness of PSEAH policies, Code of Conduct, and safeguarding principles among staff and communities.

·       Support implementation of PSEAH prevention and response activities within the organization.

·       Facilitate PSEAH orientation and awareness sessions for staff and community members.

·       Promote safe, confidential, and survivor-centered reporting mechanisms.

·       Support identification and mitigation of PSEAH risks at field level.

·       Coordinate closely with the PSEA & Safeguarding Officer on cases, referrals, and awareness activities.

·       Maintain strict confidentiality in handling all PSEAH-related matters.

·       Ensure a safe, respectful, and abuse-free working environment.

3. Reporting Line

 Reports directly to Project Coordinator

4. Qualifications

·       Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Medicine, Nursing, or related field.

·       Minimum 3–5 years of experience in RH programming with NGOs/INGOs.

·       Demonstrated knowledge of safeguarding and PSEAH principles.

• Fluency in Pashto/Dari; working knowledge of English is preferred.

·       Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality.

5. PSEA

The ARSDO maintains a strict policy of zero tolerance towards sexual exploitation and abuse (PSEA). All employees are required to uphold the highest standards of professional conduct and respect. Any violation of these principles will be subject to disciplinary action, and staff are encouraged to report concerns through established reporting channels.

Interested and qualified candidates are requested to submit their applications the instructions below:
Through link: https://forms.gle/VUB7pk7hFqmbiv9b7 
Required documents:
Updated CV 
Cover letter (briefly explaining suitability for the position)
File format:
Documents must be submitted in PDF and word format
Application deadline:
Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
Note:
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.