M&E Officer (Baghlan)

Position Title: M&E Officer (Baghlan)

2026-03-29 Baghlan Full Time 12

Job Location:	Baghlan
Nationality:	National
Category:	Monitoring and Evaluation
Employment Type:	Full Time
Salary:	As per organization salary scale
Vacancy Number:	AICS2026/3/02
No. Of Jobs:	1
City:	Pul e Khumri

Organization:	Afghanistan Institute for Civil Society (AICS)
Years of Experience:	At least 3 - 5 years of relevant experience in Monitoring & Evaluation and data management.
Contract Duration:	One Year with the possibility of extension for an additional year.
Gender:	Male
Education:	Bachelor’s degree in computer science, statistics, economics, social science, or a related field.
Close date:	2026-03-29

About Afghanistan Institute for Civil Society (AICS):

Afghanistan Institute for Civil Society (AICS):

The Afghanistan Institute for Civil Society (AICS) is a nationally recognized organization committed to strengthening the role of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in Afghanistan’s development. AICS initially focused on enhancing the institutional effectiveness of NGOs through a certification program based on locally defined and internationally recognized standards. It has also provided capacity-building support and promoted transparency and accountability among NGOs. Furthermore, AICS is actively engaged in capacity-building initiatives and research activities.

Over the time, AICS has expanded its scope to include direct implementation and support of education sector programs, particularly in Early Childhood Development (ECD), Community-Based Education (CBE), Community-Based School (CBS), and Accelerated Learning Programs (ALP). Additionally, AICS conducts capacity-building programs for NGOs and implements research projects in the education sector to support the development of evidence-based strategies, strengthen education systems, and contribute to more effective and informed decision-making by stakeholders at all levels.

Today, AICS continues to serve as a key platform for strengthening NGO capacity, supporting inclusive and quality education services, and generating knowledge to inform policies and practices across the development sector.

To support and implement effective education programs across ECD, CBE, CBS, and ALP, aimed at improving access to and the quality of learning for Afghan children and youth.
To generate practical, evidence-based research that contributes to improved education policies, planning, and service delivery in Afghanistan.
To build the institutional capacity of NGOs through tailored training, technical assistance, and performance-based support.
To promote transparency, accountability, and quality standards among NGOs operating in Afghanistan through the application of certification systems and good governance practices.
To facilitate coordination and constructive engagement between NGOs, government entities, and development partners for effective and aligned service delivery.

Job Descriptions:

The M&E Officer will play a critical role in the AICS educational program’s data management system implementation. The role will support the District Teacher Educators (DTEs) and the provincial team in collecting, analysis, and reporting high-quality data ensuring the project data management needs and reflection. He/she will keep & share proper record of the project data, utilize the M&E tools properly, implement the M&E system, frequently visit the education program implementation spots, and support the provincial teams for the sake of educational program better implementation. Also, he/she will support AICS M&E team in coordination and execution of assessments/evaluations or any other task assigned to him.

Support implementation of the educational projects’ studies, including baseline, midline, and endline and the program relevant assessments.
Facilitate and conduct training for district teacher educators, data collectors, and project staff on the use of the relevant M&E tools and means.
Monitor and provide feedback on the quality and integrity of data collected to minimize data and information errors.
Manage datasets and validate them in the relevant data management platforms (e.g., Kobo Toolbox, Activityinfo, Excel or any other required data management system).
Perform proper, on-time, and effective coordination with the AICS M&E at HQ and provincial teams to support execution of monitoring and evaluation procedures properly.
Document and share best practices, challenges, and lessons learned, captured during the program implementation.
Develop and submit timely and accurate projects’ reports ensuring proper reflection of educational projects at various time intervals.
Implement Compliance and Feedback Mechanism (CFM) and timely update M&E trackers.
Regular follow up on M&E data gathering and placing measures at different periodic intervals to ensure data validity, completeness, consistency, timeliness, and accuracy.
Perform timely data consolidation and upload them to the relevant data management platforms accurately.
Assist AICS M&E team in conducting M&E studies, data management system implementation, and reflection.
Ensure the education program success by tracking the projects’ progress, identify shortfalls, and guide the data collectors to adhere to the data management standards and ethics.
Visit & monitor the implementation points and provide meaningful feedback to ensure the program timely and quality implementation.
Ensure the program data and information confidentiality and protection by serving as the program information hub.
Assist the provincial team members in the educational program successful implementation.
Perform timely and meaningful coordination and collaboration with the M&E and program teams.
Perform any other task assigned by the supervisor and/or the provincial lead.

Job Requirements:

At least 3 - 5 years of relevant experience in Monitoring & Evaluation and data management.
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, statistics, economics, social science, or a related field.
Having experience of working with team members, teachers, children, and education systems will be advantage.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Having ability to perform multiple tasks on priority base.
Proficiency in data management tools (Excel, Kobo, MIS, and other data management platforms).
Proficiency in using SPSS and other research analysis tools.
Excellent planning, execution, analytical and interpersonal skills.
The applicant should be resident of Baghlan province.
Should have full command of the English language along with local languages (Pashto and Dari).
Should have experience of community work.
Should have ability to work within a team in a harmonized approach.
Should have commitment to the organization's ethics, standards, and values

Submission Guidelines:

Interested applicants should submit their CV along with a cover letter to Jobs@aicsafg.org no later than 29th March 2026.

Important Notes:
•   Please quote the Vacancy Number and Position Title and Job Location, as the Subject of the e-mail when applying.
•   No supporting documents (e.g., diplomas, recommendation letters, identification card(s) etc.) are required at this stage.
•   Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for further assessment.

The Afghanistan Institute for Civil Society (AICS) promotes a transparent and equitable recruitment process. We reiterate that all services related to job applications, including processing, seminars, and training programs, are provided free of charge.

Our official job announcements are posted on the ACBAR website (acbar.org/jobs). Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications through our designated email address: jobs@aicsafg.org

Afghanistan Institute for Civil Society (AICS) recruitment and selection process reflect our commitment to equal opportunity and protecting children and at-risk adults, beneficiaries, partners, community members and employees from safeguarding violations. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children and at-risk adults are recruited to work for us. In the process of recruitment, selection and appointment AICS implement a range of procedures and vetting checks including criminal records disclosures to ensure everyone associated with AICS is kept free from harm and abuse is prevented.

Protection from Sexual Exploitation Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH) is the responsibility of everyone, and all selected individuals will be required to comply with AICS Safeguarding Policy at all times.

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The organization has the right to start the recruitment process during the announced period.