The Organization for People’s Health in Action (OPHA) is an independent, non-governmental, non-political and non-profit organization dedicated to the development of Afghanistan. OPHA focuses on implementing projects in healthcare, community development, capacity building, and the empowerment of women and youth.

OPHA was established in October 2017, and is officially registered with the Ministry of Economy. The organization is currently delivering essential healthcare services in Paktika province.

For more information, please visit our website: www.opha.org.af

General Responsibilities:

The Biomedical Technician will be responsible for the maintenance, calibration, and repair of medical equipment used across OPHA-supported health facilities under the HER-AF and other OPHA related projects. This role ensures that all biomedical devices function safely and effectively, supporting quality health service delivery and minimizing equipment downtime.

Key Responsibilities

1. Equipment Maintenance & Repair

• Conduct routine preventive maintenance and emergency repairs on medical equipment.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and ensure timely resolution to minimize service disruption.
• Maintain detailed logs of maintenance activities and equipment performance.

2. Installation & Calibration

• Install new biomedical equipment and ensure proper setup and functionality.
• Perform calibration and testing of devices to meet safety and performance standards.
• Ensure compliance with manufacturer specifications and national regulations.

3. Inventory & Asset Management

• Maintain an updated inventory of all biomedical equipment across project sites.
• Track equipment usage, condition, and service history.
• Support procurement processes by providing technical specifications and recommendations.

4. Training & Capacity Building

• Train health facility staff on proper use, basic troubleshooting, and care of medical equipment.
• Develop user manuals and quick-reference guides tailored to local contexts.

5. Quality Assurance & Safety

• Ensure all equipment meets safety standards and is free from hazards.
• Participate in facility assessments and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.
• Report any risks or incidents related to equipment malfunction.

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering, Electronics, or related technical field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in biomedical equipment maintenance, preferably in health or humanitarian settings.
• The position requires regular travel to provinces for field visits and providing support to project activities.
• Strong knowledge of diagnostic, therapeutic, and laboratory equipment.
• Familiarity with Afghan health system standards and international safety protocols.
• Good communication skills in English; fluency in Dari and/or Pashto is essential.

Core Competencies

• Technical proficiency in biomedical systems
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Attention to detail and safety awareness
• Team collaboration and training ability
• Adaptability in field and HQ environments

Others:

• Act according to the policies of OPHA.
• Keep confidentiality with issues related to OPHA.
• Develop Spirit of co-operation and understanding among members of the team.
• Work with honesty and co-operative attitude and keep a high standard of quality.
• All other interdictions are stipulated in the staff regulation and other OPHA policies along with the disciplinary measures and all these policies are part of the staff contract with OPHA.

OPHA upholds a strict zero-tolerance policy regarding Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA), sexual harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination by its personnel toward the individuals it serves. Additionally, OPHA is firmly committed to stringent child safeguarding principles.

All personnel, including selected candidates, are expected to fully comply with these standards and principles at all times. As part of OPHA’s commitment to maintaining a safe and ethical work environment, all selected candidates will be subject to thorough reference and background checks concerning any past misconduct related to sexual exploitation and abuse as well as child safeguarding violation and any corrupt practices. Candidates may also be required to provide further information throughout the selection process.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Qualified applicants who are exactly suitable with the above criteria are requested to submit their CV with cover letter through the email provide below.

Please write the subject title in email as: Biomedical Technician  Vacancy No. 2025/116, otherwise your application may not be considered.

Only short listed candidates will be contact for written test/interview and application after closing date will not be considered.

Note: Applications are reviewed on active bases and after receiving sufficient eligible applications we may process the position before closing date.

Submission Email:

jobs@opha.org.af