The Women’s Activities and Social Services Association (WASSA) was established in 2002 as Afghanistan’s first women’s independent organization. WASSA aims to promote the women’s equal participation in socio-economic sectors and support the current humanitarian crisis by providing emergency humanitarian and livelihood assistance to vulnerable households, especially women.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled Tailor to join our team. The Tailor will be responsible for teaching, measuring, cutting, and sewing fabrics to create custom clothing items for our clients. The ideal candidate will have experience in garment construction, alterations, and repairs. The Tailor will work closely with clients to ensure their satisfaction with the final product.

Job Responsibilities:

• Able to have practical and theoretical teaching.
• Take accurate measurements of clients to ensure proper fit of garments!
• Cut and sew fabrics to create custom clothing items!
• Alter and repair existing garments!
• Collaborate with clients to ensure their satisfaction with the final product!
• Maintain a clean and organized work area!
• Keep up to date with fashion trends and techniques.

• High school diploma or Bachelor’s.
• Proven experience working as a tailor.
• Sound knowledge of fabrics as well as clothing design and construction.
• The ability to use a sewing machine.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
• Outstanding sewing skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Good hand-eye coordination.
• Detail-oriented.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Formal training in tailoring or equivalent work experience
• Experience working with a variety of fabrics and materials.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy fabrics and equipment.
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination

• Interested qualified candidates should submit their completed WASSA Standard Job application form (https://wassa.org.af) along with an updated CV full CV with a cover letter explaining their motivation in applying for the job and highlighting their relevant skills and experience.
• To apply online please send your CV along with a cover letter mentioning the vacancy number W-HRT-140 in the subject line before the VA closing date to email hr@wassa.org.af
• Academic certificates or references do not need to be submitted at this time. These will be requested if called for an interview.
• Only short-listed candidates will be invited for written tests and interviews upon project approval.

hr@wassa.org.af