MSMEs Assistant

2026-08-13 Kunduz Full Time 24

Job Location:	Kunduz
Nationality:	National
Category:	Agriculture
Employment Type:	Full Time
Salary:	Based on Organization Salary Scale
Vacancy Number:	CARE_AF-1466_2026
No. Of Jobs:	2
City:	Chardara and Dashti Archi (Preference will be given to qualified candidates from Chardara and Dashti Archi Districts)

Organization:	CARE AFGHANISTAN
Years of Experience:	Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in MSME development, livelihoods, enterprise development, value chain development, private sector engagement, or economic recovery projects.
Contract Duration:	20- Feb-2027
Gender:	Male/Female
Education:	Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Economics, Commerce, Management, Agriculture, Rural Development, or another relevant discipline.
Close date:	2026-08-13

About CARE AFGHANISTAN:

As a global leader, CARE is shaping the future of the humanitarian and development sector. Each year, we deliver support and services to millions of people in over a hundred countries. We do this by focusing on our mission and living the values that drive our organization. A career at CARE is an opportunity to be part of a movement that brings communities together to solve complex problems and foster lasting change throughout the world. We seek individuals who are passionate about humanitarian and development work, collaborate well with others, embrace learning and innovation, and deliver results.

CARE’s Work Culture (What It’s Like to Work at CARE?)

CARE is a mission-driven international humanitarian aid and development organization that offers an opportunity to work with people across the world. Not a day will go by that you won’t learn something profound, meet an expert, or write a sentence that can change a life. We are committed to an environment where everyone can succeed

Job Descriptions:

The MSMEs Assistant will support the implementation of enterprise development activities under the CARE’s livelihood project in Kunduz and Baghlan. The position is responsible for assisting in the identification, selection, assessment, capacity building, mentoring, and supporting MSMEs. The incumbent will work closely with entrepreneurs, producer groups, business associations, financial service providers, government institutions, and private sector partners to strengthen local businesses, improve market linkages, and promote sustainable employment opportunities.

1. Support the identification, assessment, selection, and registration of eligible MSMEs using approved project criteria and tools.
2. Maintain accurate records and databases of supported MSMEs and beneficiaries.
3. Assist MSMEs in developing business improvement plans and strengthening business performance.
4. Support the delivery of entrepreneurship, business management, financial literacy, and enterprise development training.
5. Provide coaching and mentoring to MSMEs to improve productivity, product quality, marketing, and financial management.
6. Promote climate-smart, environmentally sustainable, and inclusive business practices.
7. Facilitate market linkages with buyers, suppliers, financial institutions, and other private sector actors.
8. Support value chain development, market assessments, business networking events, exhibitions, and trade fairs.

9. Assist in implementing business grants, monitoring grant utilization, and maintaining related documentation.
10. Monitor MSME performance and collect data on business growth, employment, and project indicators.
11. Prepare monitoring reports, success stories, case studies, and other project documentation.
12. Coordinate with government authorities, business associations, training providers, financial institutions, and other stakeholders.
13. Ensure compliance with safeguarding, PSEA, Child Safeguarding, Gender Equality, and the organization's Code of Conduct.
14. Promote the inclusion of women, youth, persons with disabilities, returnees, and other vulnerable groups in project activities.

15. Support the organization of project training, workshops, and enterprise development events.
16. Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor to support effective project implementation.

any task assigned by MSME Specialist as per capacity and availability of the staff.

Job Requirements:

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Economics, Commerce, Management, Agriculture, Rural Development, or another relevant discipline.

Languages

• Fluency in Dari and/or Pashto.
• Working knowledge of English is desirable.

Experience
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in MSME development, livelihoods, enterprise development, value chain development, private sector engagement, or economic recovery projects.
• Experience working with NGOs or international development organizations is preferred.
• Experience working with women-owned enterprises and youth entrepreneurship initiatives is an asset.

Submission Guidelines:

Please submit your completed CARE Standard Job application form (ACBAR: Application Form) to afg.vacancies@care.org.
Applications after the closing date (12:00 AM) and without CARE Application form will not be accepted.
Please Indicate the position title, Vacancy Number in the Subject Line MSMEs Assistant CARE-AF-1466 -Kunduz) otherwise your application will not be considered.
Please note that there is no telephonic inquiry and only shortlisted applicants will be contacted with and call for Interview.
The successful applicant will be expected to undergo a Background Check, Bridger check & Reference check and be compliant and sign up to Care Afghanistan’s Code of Conduct, PSHA (Prevention from Sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse) and other Care Afghanistan policies prior to a final offer being made.
CARE IS COMMITTED TO CHILD PROTECTION POLICY (Available at: http://bit.ly/CAREAFG_Child_Protection_Policy)

Equal Opportunity Statement

CARE is an Equal Opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected under applicable law.

MDS (Misconduct Disclosure Scheme)

CARE participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we hereby request information from the candidate’s previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the candidate left employment. All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.

Email: afg.vacancies@care.org