Multiple Interns (Programs, Projects & Operations Departments)

Position Title: Multiple Interns (Programs, Projects & Operations Departments)

2026-03-28 Herat Full Time 9

Job Location:	Herat
Nationality:	Afghan
Category:	Other
Employment Type:	Full Time
Salary:
Vacancy Number:	W-HRT-424
No. Of Jobs:	10
City:	Herat

Organization:	Women's Activities & Social Services Association (WASSA)
Years of Experience:	• Have educational background relevant to applied department, • Have basic English (written & spoken) and fluency in local languages
Contract Duration:	Minimum 6 months (extendable up to 12 months)
Gender:	Male/Female
Education:	• Be graduates or final-year university students
Close date:	2026-03-28

About Women's Activities & Social Services Association (WASSA):

Women Activities & Social Service Association (WASSA) was established in 2002 in Afghanistan as a non-governmental organization, committed to seeking ways for women's empowerment in Afghanistan. WASSA aims to promote women's equal participation in socio-economic sectors of the country. WASSA works directly with communities to bring change in the social attitude of the community regarding women.

An envision “Equal participation of women & men in all sectors of the country.

Equal Opportunities: WASSA is dedicated to offering equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified candidates, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, ethnicity, age, or disability.
Safeguarding and Conduct: WASSA will contact previous employers to inquire about any history of sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment during the candidate's employment, including incidents under investigation at the time the candidate left. Job offers are conditional on satisfactory reference checks. By applying, candidates confirm they understand and accept these procedures.
Final Selection: The selected candidate must pass a background check and reference check. They will also be required to sign WASSA's Code of Conduct, PSEA (Prevention of Sexual Exploitation and Abuse), Safeguarding, and other relevant policies before receiving a final job offer/contract

Job Descriptions:

1. Background

The WASSA Internship Program is designed to provide motivated graduates and university last years students with an opportunity to gain practical experience in humanitarian and development sectors. Interns will be exposed to real-world operations across WASSA’s key thematic areas including:

Economic Empowerment
Livelihood & Economic Development
Health & Nutrition
Child Protection & Education
Humanitarian Assistance & Emergency Response
Organizational Operations and Support Services

This program supports capacity building and career development by engaging interns in meaningful assignments within a professional environment.

2. Internship Objective

The objective of this internship program is to:

Build professional skills and competencies of young Afghan professionals
Provide hands-on experience in NGO operations and project implementation
Strengthen knowledge in humanitarian and development programming
Support WASSA departments with additional human resource capacity

3. Departments & Areas of Assignment

A. Programs / Projects Department

Interns may support:

Project implementation and coordination
Field data collection and reporting (including KOBO)
Monitoring & Evaluation (MEAL) support activities
Proposal development and documentation
Community engagement and outreach activities

B. Operations Department

Interns may support:

HR: Filing, recruitment support, staff documentation
Finance: Basic financial documentation, record keeping
Logistics & Procurement: Tracking supplies, documentation
ICT: Basic IT support and troubleshooting
Administration: General office support and coordination

4. Key Responsibilities

Depending on assignment, interns will:

Assist in data collection, entry, and database management
Support preparation of reports, presentations, and documentation
Participate in field visits and assessments (if required)
Provide administrative and operational support
Assist in use of digital tools (e.g., KOBO, MS Office)
Respond to internal information requests
Support technical teams in daily activities
Maintain proper filing systems (hard and soft copies)

Job Requirements:

5. Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

Be graduates or final-year university students
Have educational background relevant to applied department
Be at least 18 years old
Demonstrate strong motivation and willingness to learn
Have basic English (written & spoken) and fluency in local languages
Possess basic computer skills (MS Office required)
Have good academic and personal standing

Candidates with relevant practical experience but limited formal education may also apply.

6. Selection Process

Qualified applicants will go through:

Document Screening
Written Test (language, computer, basic knowledge)
Interview
Short Presentation (topic related to field)

Successful candidates will be notified prior to the internship start date.

7. Internship Conditions

Duration: Minimum 6 months (extendable up to 1 year)
Working Hours: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (as per HR policy)
Internship Type: Voluntary (unpaid),
No coverage for:
- Accommodation
- Transportation
- Health insurance

8. Learning & Development

Interns will benefit from:

On-the-job training and mentoring
Exposure to humanitarian and development projects
Professional supervision and performance feedback
Opportunity to work with experienced professionals
Certificate of completion and recommendation letter (upon request)

9. Performance Evaluation

Intern performance will be assessed based on:

Quality of assigned work
Timeliness and responsibility
Teamwork and communication
Reports, presentations, and deliverables

10. Professional Conduct

Interns are expected to:

Maintain professionalism and confidentiality
Follow WASSA policies and Code of Conduct
Respect diversity and organizational values
Adhere to working hours and deadlines

11. Contract Termination

Internship may be terminated due to:

Unauthorized absence
Misconduct or unprofessional behavior
Poor performance
Breach of confidentiality or fraud

12. Application Procedure

Interested candidates should submit:

CV
Cover Letter (explaining motivation and career goals)
Copy of educational documents

Submission Email: [Insert Email]
Office Address: WASSA Main Office, Herat

13. Equal Opportunity

WASSA is an equal opportunity organization. Applications are encouraged from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, ethnicity, or background. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Submission Guidelines:

Interested, qualified candidates should submit their information/request through the link (https://airtable.com/appH5zI03OOFOyiZ2/shrv5l82SVmIQvwuM)
Academic certificates or references do not need to be submitted at this time. These will be requested if an interview is called for.
Only short-listed candidates will be invited for the written test and interview upon project approval.