• Provide tailored advice and technical assistance to entrepreneurs and SMEs to improve business operations, management, marketing, financial planning, and growth strategies.
• Assist in identifying new business opportunities and developing sustainable business models.
• Design and deliver training programs, workshops, and seminars to build the skills of entrepreneurs and SMEs in areas such as business planning, marketing, financial management, and leadership.
• Organize peer learning groups or networking sessions for entrepreneurs to share experiences and best practices.
• Support entrepreneurs in developing comprehensive business plans and financial projections.
• Assist businesses in identifying funding opportunities, including grants, loans, and investor funding.
• Facilitate market linkages for SMEs to access new markets, suppliers, and customers, both locally and internationally.
• Establish partnerships with relevant stakeholders such as banks, government agencies, investors, and other development organizations to strengthen the business environment.
• Conduct market research to understand trends, challenges, and opportunities for SMEs in the target sectors.
• Provide strategic advice based on research findings and data analysis, helping SMEs to adapt to market changes.
• Promote the development of a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem by engaging with local government bodies, private sector, and civil society organizations.
• Advocate for policies and practices that enhance the business environment and support enterprise development.
• Track the progress and impact of enterprise development programs, providing regular reports and updates on key performance indicators.
• Identify challenges and propose solutions to improve the effectiveness and sustainability of enterprise support initiatives.
• Advise on the financial aspects of enterprise development, including cost management, cash flow, investment, and profit maximization.
• Assist SMEs in identifying appropriate sources of finance, including loans, venture capital, or government support schemes.
• Promote innovation in business practices and products/services to help businesses stay competitive.
• Support SMEs in adopting sustainable business practices that are environmentally and socially responsible.

• A bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Entrepreneurship, or a related field. A master’s degree or professional certification in enterprise development is an advantage.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in enterprise development, business consultancy, or a related field.
• Experience in working with SMEs, particularly in providing business advisory services.

Skills:

• Strong understanding of the SME sector, business management, and market dynamics.
• Excellent English and Local Languages communication, facilitation, and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to design and deliver training programs.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to conduct market research and feasibility studies.
• Good networking and relationship-building skills with stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

• Willingness and ability to travel frequently to the project sites in districts of Kunduz and Takhar  provinces. 

•  NSDO believes that NSDO`s employees, beneficiaries, partners` staffs and community members (Child, Young, Male or Female) should never experience abuse or exploitation of any kind related to the Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA), Gender and GBV, Child Safeguarding, safeguarding (Safe environment), Anti-fraud and corruption policies. We have a responsibility to work in a way that promotes the welfare and best interests of children, women and other vulnerable people and protects them from harm. We have a zero-tolerance approach to any harm to or exploitation/abuse of a child by any of our staff, representatives, or partners.

•  Our safer recruitment process in NSDO includes criminal records checks, a self-declaration of criminal or disciplinary background and the collection of relevant references; all roles are subject to strict probationary periods.

• We expect those representing NSDO to adhere to our PSEA Code of Conduct and Child Safeguarding policies, both in their private and professional lives.

• NSDO is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship, or physical or mental handicap.

• NSDO has Zero Tolerance Policy against Sexual Exploitaiton and Abuse (SEA).