Handicraft Trainer

2026-09-09 Kandahar Full Time 40

Job Location:	Kandahar
Nationality:	Afghan
Category:	Business Development, Capacity Building
Employment Type:	Full Time
Salary:	As per organization Salary Scale
Vacancy Number:	HOPA-26-242
No. Of Jobs:	1
City:	Kandahar

Organization:	Humanitarian Organization for the People of Afghanistan (HOPA)
Years of Experience:	2 Years of experience in related filed
Contract Duration:	9 Months
Gender:	Female
Education:	12th Graduate, Bachelor's Degree is preferred
Close date:	2026-09-09

About Humanitarian Organization for the People of Afghanistan (HOPA):

Humanitarian Organization for the People of Afghanistan (HOPA) is a women-led national non-governmental and non-profit organization established in 2022 and registered with the Ministry of Economy of Afghanistan under Registration No. 5412. HOPA is also incorporated in Canada under the Canada Not-for-profit Corporations Act.HOPA works with vulnerable households, returnees, internally displaced people, women, children, persons with disabilities, and communities affected by poverty, displacement, food insecurity, malnutrition and limited access to services.

Job Descriptions:

Job Purpose
The Handicraft Trainer will provide practical skills training and technical guidance to project beneficiaries in locally appropriate handicraft production, with the aim of improving their skills, product quality, and income-generating opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

prepaare curriculum for the Scpecifice training
Conduct practical handicraft training according to the approved training plan and curriculum.
Train beneficiaries in embroidery, tailoring, beadwork, decorative items, and other locally appropriate handicrafts.
Demonstrate proper use of tools, equipment, and materials.
Support beneficiaries in improving product design, quality, finishing, and durability.
Introduce new designs and techniques based on local market demand.
Provide basic guidance on product costing, pricing, packaging, and marketing.
Prepare lesson plans and organize required training materials.

proficiancy in English Language

Maintain beneficiary attendance and training records.
Assess beneficiaries’ practical skills and provide continuous coaching and support.
Ensure safe, inclusive, and respectful participation of all beneficiaries.Submit regular training progress and activity reports.
Perform other relevant duties assigned by the supervisor.

Job Requirements:

12th Graduate, Bachelor's Degree is preferred , vocational certificate, or relevant training in handicrafts, tailoring, embroidery, or a related field.
At least 2 years of relevant practical experience in handicraft production and/or training.
Strong practical knowledge of locally appropriate handicraft techniques.
Good training, facilitation, and communication skills.
Basic knowledge of product design, quality control, costing, and marketing.
Good command of local languages.
Proficiency in English, with good verbal communication, writing, and reporting skills.

Submission Guidelines:

HOPA is currently accepting applications from individuals. To be considered for this position, please submit your CV and Cover Letter to (hr@hopafghanistan.org). Make sure to include the position title and vacancy number in the subject line, or your application will not be considered. candidates can also submit a hard copy of cover letter and CV to HOPA office

Address: (House #34, Bagh D Area, Aino Mina, Kandahar 3801, Afghanistan)

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted for a written test and interview. If you do not receive a response within two to three weeks after the application deadline, kindly consider your application unsuccessful for this particular position.