Personal Assistant/Communications (Internship)
Quick answer
Afghanaid is hiring an intern Personal Assistant/Communications to provide administrative support and communications materials for the Managing Director in Afghanistan, with a closing date of 10 September 2026.
- Role
- Personal Assistant/Communications (Internship)
- Organization
- Afghanaid
- Location
- Afghanistan
- Level
- Entry
- Category
- Communications & Marketing
The role
Provide day-to-day administrative support to the Managing Director, including editing and disseminating organizational materials, preparing reports and meetings, and representing the organization in coordination meetings.
What you'll do
- Coordinate the MD’s daily diary, screen email, draft correspondence and prepare documents for meetings and professional appointments
- Provide preparatory materials and coordinate the MD’s external representation and fundraising engagements
- Coordinate and support drafting of internal quarterly reports and other Executive Team reports, as well as the external Annual Report
- Minute Board of Trustee, Executive and other internal meetings attended by the MD
- Research and write internal and external briefs and reports to be used in national and international level communications
- Serve as the primary point of contact for managing requests from various departments to the Managing Director
What it takes
- Master’s degree in relevant research-based discipline (Development, Anthropology, Policy and Research, International Relations or similar subjects) or an undergraduate degree with relevant experience
- Writing high quality policy and communications documents for public use
- Practical experience in a similar role
- Managing relationships with a variety of different stakeholders
- Coordinating research projects
- Experience living, travelling or working in isolated and conflict locations/countries
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Afghanistan.
What is the compensation?
Compensation is not specified.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a Master’s degree in relevant research-based discipline or an undergraduate degree with relevant experience, writing high quality policy and communications documents, practical experience in a similar role, managing relationships with stakeholders, and coordinating research projects.
How do I apply?
Please email a cover letter and CV to [email protected] by 10 September 2026, including the reference (PA-2026-04) your name and the job title in the subject line. Your cover letter should be no more than 1 standard A4 page in length and explain how you meet the essential and desirable position requirements and why you feel you would be a suitable candidate for this role. Your CV should be no more than 4 pages and include 3 professional references including your current employer.
How to apply
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