About the job FFT Trainer (Solar Cooker)
Post Title: FFT Trainer (Solar Cooker)
Minimum Education Level: A primary school graduate, with a preference for those who have completed 12th grade high school.
Organization: Shelter For Life International (SFL).
Program Resilience and Food System (RFS)
Duty Station Rashidan district of Ghazni and Khak-e-Jabar district of Kabul
No. of Post Two (2)
Gender Male
Nationality Afghan
Salary Range As per the organization's project salary
Duration Six Months
Job Type Full Time
Type of Contract Project Based
Announcing Date Sunday, October 19, 2025
Closing Date Thursday, October 23, 2025
Background: Shelter for Life International (SFL) is an international relief and development organization with 40 years of experience in providing sustainable development and humanitarian assistance to countries around the world.
SFL opened its office in Afghanistan in the year of 1998, funded by multiple donors such as BPRM, USG, USDA and WFP. SFL has a rich experience and provides assistance to the following areas; Agriculture Development, Food Security, livelihood and emergency, shelter and population settlement, microcredit, infrastructure development, health and nutrition.
Job Summary: The Solar Cooker technician is responsible for training beneficiaries on the principles and types of solar cookers, designing and installing solar cookers in optimal locations by considering sun orientation, and ensuring proper operation and maintenance. The role involves conducting technical inspections, repairing components, and installing glass panels and reflectors. Additionally, the technician collaborates with the project team to deliver practical demonstrations and facilitate the distribution of solar cookers, ensuring environmental standards and efficient functionality.
Key Responsibility: Training the beneficiaries to understand the working concepts and types of solar cookers
Measuring, designing, and fixing solar cookers according to technical and environmental standards
Installing and properly adjusting solar cookers in appropriate locations, considering sun orientation.
Educating beneficiaries on proper operation, usage, and daily maintenance of solar cookers
Conducting regular technical inspections to ensure correct functioning of solar devices
Repairing and replacing parts, glass, or reflectors when necessary.
Proficiency in installing solar cooker glass panels and all related components.
Collaborating with the project team in practical demonstrations and distribution of solar cookers
Qualification/Requirements: A primary school graduate, with a preference for those who have completed 12th grade high school.
Minimum of two (2) years of work experience in the field of solar and electrical systems.
Skills in training and mentoring beneficiaries in both theoretical and practical.
Good knowledge and familiarity with electrical and solar energy systems
Physical fitness and ability to work in different environments (urban and rural areas)
Honesty, punctuality, and strong teamwork spirit
High attention to detail, effective time management skills and strong work ethic.
Excellent spoken in Dari and Pashto languages.
Submission Guideline: Interested qualified candidates should submit a full CV with a cover letter explaining their motivation in applying for the job and highlighting their relevant skills and experience, and submit their application to the link:
Academic certificates or references not to be submitted at this time. These will be requested if called for an interview.
Only short-listed candidates will be invited for a written test and/or interview.
Applications received after the announcement closing date or applications in hard copy will not be accepted.
The successful applicant will be expected to undergo a Background & Reference check and be compliant and sign up to Shelter for Lifes Code of Conduct, PSEA (Prevention from Sexualexploitation and abuse), and other SFLs policies prior to a final offer being made.