Guidelines

User Direction and Principles

ORD's complaint mechanism provides a safe, accessible, and confidential way to voice concerns and provide feedback

The ORD Complaint Mechanism is designed to provide a safe, accessible, and confidential way for users to voice concerns, file complaints, and provide feedback about ORD's services, policies, or staff conduct. Our goal is to respond swiftly and fairly to each complaint, ensuring accountability and continual improvement in our organization. This system can be used by everyone, no restrictions at all.

Principles of the ORD Complaint Mechanism

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Accessibility

ORD offers multiple channels to submit complaints, allowing users to choose the method most convenient for them: Email, call, handwritten messages, and/or meet our complaint officer.

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Confidentiality

Every complaint will be handled with the utmost confidentiality, and user identities will be protected unless explicit consent is given for disclosure.

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Timeliness

ORD is committed to acknowledging and addressing all complaints promptly, with a maximum response time of five working days.

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Transparency & Accountability

Each complaint will be recorded, tracked, and managed transparently, with responses provided in a respectful and professional manner.

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Non-Retaliation

ORD guarantees a non-retaliatory environment. Users can report concerns without fear of repercussions.

Main Focus Areas of ORD Complaint System

ORD complaint mechanism focuses on the following key areas but is not limited only to these. It addresses all sorts of complaints relating to ORD business:

Gender (women and children) protection and inclusion
Social damage and grievance
Environmental damage and degradation
Violation of fundamental human rights
Any sort and type of discrimination
Fraud and mismanagement

User Directions for Submitting Complaints

ORD offers the following channels for users to submit their complaints:

Email

Send your complaint to our dedicated email address: complaints@ord.org.af

Please include a brief description of your concern, relevant details (such as date, time, location), and your contact information if you would like a direct response.

Call Number

You may also submit complaints by calling our dedicated complaint line: 0202503184

Physical Complaint Boxes

Physical complaint boxes are located at each ORD office for in-person submissions. Feel free to write down your concerns and place them in the box.

For those wishing to remain anonymous, no contact information is required on physical submissions.

Meet our Complaint Officer

Our complaint team is available to assist and record your concerns. Please have details ready to help us address your complaint quickly and accurately. Talk to them and meet them in confidentiality.

Response Process and Timeline

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All complaints, regardless of submission method, will be reviewed within 24 hours
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A formal response will be provided within a maximum of seven business days
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Where additional time or follow-up is required, we will inform you of the expected timeline and next steps
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If you provided contact information, ORD will update you on the resolution of your complaint and any actions taken

How We Handle Your Complaints

Confidential Review

Complaints are reviewed confidentially by our dedicated team to determine the appropriate response.

Fair Assessment

Each complaint is assessed objectively and fairly, with all necessary steps taken to address the concern.

Feedback and Resolution

ORD aims to resolve all complaints to mutual satisfaction and uses the feedback to improve services and practices continuously.

Thank you for helping us improve our services and foster a culture of accountability at ORD. We value your feedback and are here to support and address any concerns you may have.