Organisation
The Norwegian Afghanistan Committee (NAC) is a knowledge-based organisation that has adapted to meet Afghanistan’s changing needs and contexts over its many years of operation. With a strong foundation built on experience, NAC has remained resilient and committed to supporting the Afghan people through challenging times, continuously evolving to address new demands.
"With dedicated staff, members, and volunteers, we uphold our values and support the Afghan people through challenging times."
Employees
NAC is an equal opportunity employer, promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within its workforce, for example, our colleagues include women in leadership positions and persons with disabilities. Employees have a clear understanding of their roles and responsibilities, and are loyal to the ethical guidelines, values and principles of the organisation. NAC improves the quality of its project implementation and support services through effective competence building measures, including opportunities for continuous learning and professional development. NAC aims to provide all the necessary support within its means to ensure the physical and mental health of its employees, interns, and volunteers.
Leadership and management
NAC’s governing bodies are responsible for developing strategic direction and organisational guidelines, based on the values and principles of the organisation. The Board and senior management are responsible for exercising financial control and ensuring effective governance, including in anti-corruption, transparency and ethical practices, and health and safety measures.
Members
The members, through the Annual Congress, constitute NAC’s highest decision-making authority. Membership in NAC is an important expression of interest in and engagement with Afghanistan.
Volunteers
Volunteers with a strong interest in Afghanistan, and with relevant expertise and experience, add value to operations and programmes. This provides NAC with capacities and opportunities which extend beyond the organisation’s own human and financial resources.
Learn more about our staff and board here:
- Employees
- Board