Call for CVs (Conditional on Project Award): Entrepreneurship Expert

Position Title: Call for CVs (Conditional on Project Award): Entrepreneurship Expert

2026-02-15 Balkh, Bamian, Daikondi, Jawzjan Full Time 35

Job Location:	Balkh, Bamian, Daikondi, Jawzjan
Nationality:	National
Category:	Program
Employment Type:	Full Time
Salary:	Salary will be commensurate with Experience & Qualifications
Vacancy Number:	VA No.: ADWSO-EE-02-26
No. Of Jobs:	1
City:	Project activities are expected to be implemented in Balkh (Mazar-e-Sharif), Jawzjan, Bamyan and Daikundi.

Organization:	ADWSO
Years of Experience:	Minimum 2 years of relevant experience
Contract Duration:	12 Months
Gender:	Male/Female
Education:	Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in entrepreneurship or business management
Close date:	2026-02-15

About ADWSO:

Afghanistan Development and Welfare Services Organization (ADWSO), an Afghan Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) operates in Afghanistan since 2008. ADWSO’s priority sector areas are Women Empowerment, Livelihood Support, Vocational Training, Child Protection, Capacity Building and Rule of Law.

ADWSO plans to submit a proposal to UN Women for an upcoming project focused on strengthening the capacity of Women-Owned Businesses (WOBs) in market opportunities and access to finance.

As part of the proposal preparation process, ADWSO is collecting CVs of qualified professionals to be considered for the position of Entrepreneurship Expert, subject to project award and donor approval. This announcement does not constitute a job offer.

Job Descriptions:

Position Summary

The Entrepreneurship Expert will support the project by delivering entrepreneurship-focused training and coaching to women entrepreneurs. The role will contribute to enhancing business skills, entrepreneurial mindset, and growth strategies of Women-Owned Businesses.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver entrepreneurship and business development trainings for women-owned businesses
Provide coaching and mentoring support to micro and small enterprises
Support women entrepreneurs in business formalization, planning, and growth strategies
Contribute to the design and adaptation of entrepreneurship training materials
Coordinate closely with the Team Leader and other technical experts
Ensure gender-responsive, participatory, and context-appropriate training delivery
Contribute to activity documentation, success stories, and reporting as required

Job Requirements:

Required Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in entrepreneurship or business management OR
master’s degree in business or management with at least 2 years of relevant experience
At least two (2) similar assignments in entrepreneurship training and coaching for micro, small, or medium enterprises
Demonstrated experience in designing and delivering entrepreneurship-related training or coaching
Experience working with women entrepreneurs is highly desirable
Strong facilitation, mentoring, and communication skills
Fluency in Dari is required; English proficiency is an asset

Gender Consideration

In line with donor priorities and project objectives, female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Submission Guidelines:

Application Procedure

Interested candidates are requested to submit their CVs by completing the online application form at the link below:

https://ee.kobotoolbox.org/xUnYWgF6

Please note:

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
CVs will be used exclusively for proposal development and potential project implementation
Submission of a CV does not guarantee selection or employment

Safeguarding & Equal Opportunity:
ADWSO has a zero-tolerance policy towards sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment and is committed to safeguarding and child protection. ADWSO is an equal opportunity organization and encourages qualified female candidates to apply. All staff are required to adhere to ADWSO and UN Codes of Conduct.