Project Coordinator

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 Project Coordinator is responsible for coordinating, supervising, and ensuring effective implementation of project activities. The role provides leadership to project teams, ensures compliance with donor and organizational requirements, and promotes accountability, efficiency, and quality in project delivery.

2. Key Responsibilities

Project Management & Coordination

·       Plan, coordinate, and oversee day-to-day project activities.

·       Ensure project implementation is aligned with work plans, budgets, and donor requirements.

·       Supervise project staff and provide guidance to ensure effective performance.

·       Facilitate coordination among departments (Finance, HR, Logistics, M&E) for smooth project operations.

·       Monitor progress against project objectives and timelines.

Monitoring & Reporting

·       Track project indicators and ensure timely data collection and reporting.

·       Prepare monthly, quarterly, and final project reports for management and donors.

·       Document lessons learned, challenges, and success stories.

·       Ensure compliance with organizational and donor reporting standards.

Stakeholder Engagement

·       Liaise with government authorities, NGOs, community leaders, and other stakeholders.

·       Represent the organization in coordination meetings and forums.

·       Promote collaboration and partnerships to strengthen project impact.

Compliance & Quality Assurance

·       Ensure adherence to organizational policies, donor regulations, and safeguarding standards.

·       Monitor quality of project activities and provide recommendations for improvement.

·       Uphold accountability, transparency, and ethical standards in all project operations.

3. Reporting Line

·       Reports directly to Project Manager

·       Coordinates closely with technical advisors and support departments

4. Qualifications

·       Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Social Sciences, or related field.

·       Minimum 5 years of experience in project coordination/management with NGOs/INGOs.

·       Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.

·       Experience in donor compliance and reporting.

·       Proficiency in MS Office and project management tools.

·       Fluency in English and local languages (Pashto/Dari).

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/omXqot89da3eXMAi7 
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.