Business Trainer and Coach

About Afghanistan Social Workers Professional Organization

The Afghanistan Social Workers Organization (ASWPO) is implementing a Business Acceleration Program for women entrepreneurs in Districts 13 and 6 of Kabul. The program aims to empower 50 women entrepreneurs through training, mentorship, and business coaching, ultimately helping them improve their businesses and sustain economic independence. ASWPO seeks an experienced Business Trainer and Coach who will provide comprehensive business training, coaching, and mentorship to program participants, helping them enhance their entrepreneurial skills and grow their businesses.

Job Summary

The Afghanistan Social Workers Organization (ASWPO) is hiring Business Trainer and Coach.

Duties & Responsibilities

Training sessions manual Development

• Design and develop a detailed training manual (Slides) covering essential business skills such as business planning, marketing, financial management, budgeting, customer service, sales strategies, and entrepreneurship development.

Training Delivery

• Conduct interactive and practical training sessions, ensuring participant engagement and effective learning. The training sessions will cover two batches of 25 businesses each.
• Use a variety of training methods, including lectures, group discussions, case studies, and role-playing exercises to ensure maximum understanding and retention.

Evaluation of Training Impact

• Assess the impact of the training by measuring improvements in participants' knowledge and skills before and after the sessions.
• Provide recommendations for any follow-up training or additional support to improve participants' business performance.

Business Coach Responsibilities

One-on-One Business Coaching

• Provide individualized coaching to each business during the program, focusing on practical challenges and opportunities they face in their respective businesses.

Mentorship and Guidance

• Offer mentorship and guidance to program participants throughout the program, helping them refine their business strategies, overcome operational issues, and develop sustainable business models.

Business Improvement Strategies

• Support participants in identifying and implementing strategies for business growth, market penetration, and customer acquisition.

Ongoing Support

• Provide ongoing support during the program’s second phase, which includes follow-up mentorship after the completion of formal training.
• Assist in developing business pitch presentations for networking and investor showcases.

Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E)

• Collaborate with the ASO project team in monitoring and evaluating participants’ progress throughout the program. Provide input for the final program report.
• Provide regular updates and detailed reports on the performance and outcomes of participants, highlighting improvements, challenges, and areas for future support.

Job Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Entrepreneurship, Economics, or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in business training, coaching, or mentoring, ideally within the NGO or private sector.
• Proven track record in providing business development support to startups, small, and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), particularly women-owned businesses.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong knowledge of entrepreneurship, business management, financial planning, marketing, and sales strategies.
• Demonstrated experience in designing and delivering business training programs.
• Excellent coaching and mentoring skills, with the ability to support businesses through practical, real-world advice.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify business challenges and recommend actionable solutions.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity, with experience working in diverse environments.
• Fluent in Dari and/or Pashto; proficiency in English is an advantage.

Personal Attributes

• Passionate about supporting women entrepreneurs and fostering economic development.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and commitment to ASO’s mission and objectives.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Submission Guideline

Interested candidates can submit their CV and cover letters to:  info@asoaf.org

Note: only short listed  candidates will be called for interview

Functional Area

Business Administration

Economy

Countries

Afghanistan

Provinces

Kabul

Submission Email

info@asoaf.org

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