Hygiene Promoter (Couple)

2026-10-06 Daikondi Full Time 20

Job Location:	Daikondi
Nationality:	National
Category:	Health Care
Employment Type:	Full Time
Salary:	As Per Organization Salary Scale
Vacancy Number:	NQA/108-109
No. Of Jobs:	2
City:	Kabul

Organization:	Nai Qala Association (NQA)
Years of Experience:	• Experience: Minimum 2 years’ experience in hygiene promotion preferably in the context of Daikundi.
Contract Duration:	The position is Project based
Gender:	Male/Female
Education:	• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Environmental Health, Social Sciences, or a related field. Relevant training or certification in WASH is an asset.
Close date:	2026-10-06

About Nai Qala Association (NQA):

Who we are: NQA is a non-governmental, non-political and non-profit organization. NQA is dedicated to the advancement of education and health in remote and neglected regions of Afghanistan, with a specific focus on and commitment towards women and girls.

Our vision: an educated, healthy and balanced society in which women and men lead together social, cultural and economic changes in an inclusive manner that enable their children - boys and girls- to thrive.

Our mission: improve access to education and health in particular for women and girls of marginalized communities in remote areas of the country: mobilize local communities to build strong and empowered communities and foster change through sustainable development of rural Afghanistan.

NQA implements projects by Afghans, with Afghans and for Afghans. The association is committed to strengthening the dignity, self-confidence and initiative of the population in general, and of women and girls in particular.

For information on our projects, see www.nai-qala.org.

Job Descriptions:

Overall Responsibility

The role involves planning, facilitating, and delivering hygiene promotion activities with communities, particularly focusing on vulnerable groups. The position will support behavioral change in hygiene and sanitation practices to reduce waterborne diseases and improve overall community well-being.

Key Responsibilities:

· Develop and implement work plans for hygiene promotion activities.

· Organize and facilitate community-based, training sessions, and awareness campaigns on hygiene and sanitation.

· Deliver educational sessions on handwashing, safe water use, sanitation, and menstrual hygiene management.

· Conduct household visits to assess hygiene practices and provide training and advice.

· Distribute hygiene kits to right-holders and provide guidance on their proper usage.

· Assist in the design and dissemination of educational materials such as brochures, posters, and audiovisual content.

· Coordinate with community leaders, and other stakeholders to strengthen community engagement.

· Collect and analyze data related to hygiene behaviors, community needs, and feedback to inform programming.

· Maintain documentation and prepare timely reports on activities, achievements, and challenges.

· Collaborate closely with procurement and logistics departments for timely supply and distribution of hygiene materials.

Job Requirements:

Qualifications and Experience

· Education: Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Environmental Health, Social Sciences, or a related field. Relevant training or certification in WASH is an asset.

Experience: Minimum 2 years’ experience in hygiene promotion preferably in the context of Daikundi.
Languages: Fluency in Dari is required; proficiency in English and Pashto is an asset.

Core Competencies:

Knowledge: Strong understanding of hygiene promotion principles, behavior change approaches, and WASH best practices.
Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to engage diverse groups and conduct effective training sessions.
Cultural Sensitivity: Ability to interact respectfully and effectively with communities from various cultural and religious backgrounds.
Adaptability: Capacity to work in remote or resource-constrained environments and adapt to evolving program needs.
Computer Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), internet, and email.

Submission Guidelines:

Nai Qala Association (NQA) is an equal-opportunity employer committed to transparent, open, fair, and merit-based recruitment.

NQA maintains a zero-tolerance policy towards protection on sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment (PSEAH), abuse of authority, discrimination, and all other forms of misconduct. The organization is firmly committed to safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk. Successful candidates will be required to comply fully with all applicable NQA policies, procedures, codes of conduct, and safeguarding standards. Any offer of employment will be conditional upon the satisfactory completion of reference and background checks.

Applicants must not attempt to influence the recruitment process through inappropriate contact, lobbying or interference. Such conduct, or repeated inappropriate follow-up, may result in disqualification.

Qualified applicants who meet the above criteria are requested to submit their applications and CVs through the following link. Applicants applying as a couple or pair must submit both applicants’ CVs.

link:https://forms.gle/ghHocESaNduxSJBM9