Project Assistant

Project: Small Business Incubation Project

Position: Project Assistant

Closing date: February 2, 2026

Duty Station: Dushanbe

Duration of Assignment: One-year contract with possible extension

Project Duration: February 2025 – December 2028

Background

The Small Business Incubation Project (SBIP) is a four-year technical cooperation project funded by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), to be implemented from February 2025 to December 2028. The State Committee on Investment and State Property Management of the Republic of Tajikistan (SCISPM) serves as the main counterpart, while the State Institution “Business Incubator of Tajikistan” (SIBI) acts as the direct implementation partner.

The overall goal of the project is to promote entrepreneurship in Tajikistan by strengthening business incubation services and supporting small business development through a combination of technical assistance and targeted interventions.

Key activities of the project include:

• Capacity-building through training programs

• Provision of financial support to entrepreneurs under the Small Business Program (SBP)

• Networking among entrepreneurs and stakeholders

• Facilitating access to finance for small businesses

• Enhancing collaboration with related programs and institutions

Hence, to support the smooth implementation of SBIP, the Project seeks a qualified and motivated Project Assistant to be based in Dushanbe with occasional travels within Tajikistan.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the supervision of the SBIP management, the Project Assistant will be responsible for the following tasks:

• Maintain and update the project’s internal database of SBIP beneficiaries.

• Provide administrative support to the project team, including logistical arrangements, translation (written/oral), visa coordination, preparation of meeting records etc.

• Process financial documents such as receipts, invoices, and contracts in line with SBIP internal procedures.

• Assist in procurement processes under the Small Business Program (SBP).

• Perform other tasks as assigned by the project management.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Higher education (university degree).

• At least 2 years of relevant work experience, preferably in projects funded by international donors.

• Previous work experience with government institutions is an asset.

• Strong command of Tajik, Russian, and English (written and spoken).

• Proficient in MS Office applications, especially MS Word and MS Excel.

• Excellent organizational, communication, and multitasking skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a diverse team.

Terms of Employment

• The position is offered on a 1-year contract, with a 3-month probation period, and possibility of extension based on performance and project needs.

Application Process

Interested candidates are requested to submit their updated CV along with a Cover Letter in English to sbip.tajikistan@gmail.com by February 2, 2026 before 17:00.

Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply!

Please indicate “Project assistant - SBIP” in the email’s subject line. Applications received after the specified deadline will not be considered. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.