• Technical Head of Program Afghanistan
  • Duration: 12 months
  • Desire Start: January 1st 2026
  • Location: Kabul
  • Application deadline: September 30th

    Handicap International/Humanity & Inclusion (HI) is an independent and impartial international solidarity organization, which intervenes in situations of poverty and exclusion, conflicts and disasters. Working alongside people with disabilities and vulnerable populations, it acts and speaks out to meet their essential needs, improve their living conditions and promote respect for their dignity and fundamental rights. More info: www.hi.org

    HI is committed to an employment policy in favour of persons with disabilities.

    JOB CONTEXT:

    The HI Afghanistan operating framework is outlined in the operational strategy (\u201cStratop\u201d) 2022-20205. HI is currently involved in different sectors of activities:

    \u00b7       Physical and functional rehabilitation (both on service provision and training \u2013 tech assistance), in development and emergency crisis settings

    \u00b7       Mental Health and Psycho-Social Support (MHPSS)

    \u00b7       Inclusive Humanitarian Assistance \u2013 Inclusive Education \u2013 Inclusive livelihood

    \u00b7       Explosive Ordnance Risk Education

    \u00b7       Atlas shared storage and transportation 

     The central office is in the capital city (Kabul) and hosts the management team (including operations, finance, logistics, human resources, technical unit, humanitarian access and security). 

    HI has five offices located in the different provinces of intervention: Herat, Kunduz, Nimroz, Bamian and Kandahar, are fully operational with dedicated support services and project management teams.  

     HI Afghanistan employs 360 national and 14 international staff and has a budget of 8 million euros. Most fundraising efforts and donor relationships are held at the Kabul level.  

    HI is also part of different fora/coordination bodies (ACBAR, ICCT, HCT, etc.) and a member of several clusters, including health, protection and Co-Chairs the Disability Inclusion Working Group.

    The security and access situation in the Country has improved significantly since the conflict ended; however, security measures remain in place as the context remains unpredictable. 

    International staff share the guesthouses in Kabul. They are spacious, well-equipped, secure, and comfortable, providing adequate living conditions and well-being to the global team, considering the limitations of moving around the city. The guesthouses have sports facilities and common areas for recreational activities. HI in Afghanistan provides a cleaner for the Guesthouses during working days. 

     

    YOUR MISSION:

    Reporting to the Country Director, the Technical Head of Program (THoP) strongly contributes to the development and drives the quality of HI Afghanistan\u2019s programs. He/she ensures projects are impactful, technically sound, and aligned with HI\u2019s mandate and strategy. The position manages a team of specialists (rehabilitation, protection, MHPSS, MEAL, etc.), oversees monitoring and evaluation, and contributes to strategic planning, fundraising, and representation. 

    1. Team Management 

    \u00b7       Lead and support a team of managers and specialists.

    \u00b7       Promote HI\u2019s values, provide clear objectives, and foster innovation.

    \u00b7       Ensure team members\u2019 professional development and compliance with HI policies.  

    2. Strategy & Planning 

    \u00b7       Contribute to the program\u2019s operational strategy (StratOp).

    \u00b7       Promote cross-sector synergies and integrate technical priorities into project design.

    \u00b7       Ensure MEAL is fully embedded in programming. 

     

    3. Program Development 

    \u00b7       Support new project design, including needs assessments and partnerships.

    \u00b7       Contribute to fundraising and donor engagement.

    \u00b7       Promote innovation and expansion of HI\u2019s technical areas. 

     

    4. Quality Assurance & Technical Guidance 

    \u00b7       Guarantee technical quality and relevance of projects.

    \u00b7       Provide methodological support to project managers.

    \u00b7       Ensure follow-up of recommendations, evaluations, and audits.

    \u00b7       Strengthen accountability, learning, and knowledge-sharing. 

     

    5. External Representation 

    \u00b7       Represent HI in relevant networks, clusters, and with donors.

    \u00b7       Support advocacy and communication in line with HI strategies. 

     

    6. Emergency Preparedness & Response 

    \u00b7       Lead preparedness planning within the programme.

    \u00b7       Reprioritise activities to ensure rapid, effective response in emergencies 

    Requirements

  • Master's degree in one of HI's technical sectors of intervention and/or in international cooperation and/or humanitarian development.
At least 5 years\u2019 experience in humanitarian development with experience in project management (multi or complex) Experience(s) in one of HI's technical sectors of intervention. Experience in the field of inclusion of people with disabilities welcome. Managerial skills Being able to develop team members: developing the ability of staff to work independently Knowing how to position yourself to make things happen Simplify and prioritize Fluent English

Benefits

At HI, the conditions offered are up to your commitment and adapted to the context of your mission. https://hi.org/en/join-the-team

12 months international contract The international contract provides social cover adapted to your situation: Unemployment insurance benefits for EU nationals Pension scheme Medical coverage with 50% of employee contribution Repatriation insurance paid by HI Salary from 2869\u20ac gross/month upon experience Per diem: 634\u20ac net/month - paid in USD in the field Hardship Allowance: 500 \u20ac net/month Paid leaves: 25 days per year R&R: 5 days every 8 weeks Housing: Shared accommodation taken in charge by HI Unaccompanied position

If you are resident in the country: local package

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