DOCUMENTATION AND MEAL OFFICER

Job posted on 23 Feb, 2024Apply before 23 Mar, 2024

KOSHISH

DETAILS / REQUIREMENTS:

JOB DESCRIPTION OF DOCUMENTATION AND MEAL OFFICER

Reports To: Project Manager

Location: Gandaki Province-Pokhara Based

Duration: Fulltime

KOSHISH, National Mental Health Self-Help Organization, established in 2008, is breaking the silence and amplifying voices of persons with mental health condition and psychosocial disability for inclusion of mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) within and beyond the health system. KOSHISH promotes self-advocacy in the spirit of “NOTHING ABOUT US WITHOUT US.”

KOSHISH in partnership with CBM global is implementing the “Promoting Mental Health and Suicide Prevention” project with the overall objective to contribute to an inclusive environment where persons with psychosocial disabilities and other underrepresented/ disadvantaged groups enjoy their rights in Gandaki Province in the districts of Kaski, Lamjung and Gorkha from 2024-2027.

Job Overview and Core Purpose:

The Documentation And Meal Officer will play a pivotal role in ensuring the effective assessment, monitoring, and evaluation of KOSHISH programs and projects as a team member. S/he will contribute significantly to the organization's growth and impact by designing and implementing monitoring and evaluation frameworks, conducting regular assessments, provide technical input for the project team and generating valuable insights/ learning to enhance its interventions and initiatives.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Support for Official MIS

• Provide technical input for defining organizational data needs
• Support the consultant to finalize Official MIS at each phase of the development
• Capacity building of the staff on reporting in Official MIS

Performance Monitoring/ Tracking and Evaluation

• Develop M&E Framework for the organization and projects and implement them with the project team
• Develop work plan (DIP, PIP) in accordance to project activities and ensure its timely implementation along with project team.
• Develop various tools for tracking changes including Indicator tracking sheet, M&E plans, monitoring checklists and other tools as per the requirements of the existing projects
• Regular Data collection, collation, storage, analysis,
• Tracking and reporting of progress on a monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual basis against performance indicators
• Database management, of the project beneficiaries/stakeholders with disaggregation in line with organizational requirements
• Periodic field visit for field monitoring and technical input for the project team
• Develop TOR for project evaluation and provide critical input on evaluation reports
• Develop action plans to implement key recommendations

Quality Assurance

• Preparation of quality benchmarking tools and use in field monitoring
• Conduct internal data quality assessment (assurance) as per the project requirements
• Ensure the consistency and quality aspects of the data generated in the projects/programs
• Organize orientation and technical support to project teams on collection of data, maintaining database, analysis, and reporting.
• Carry out quarterly, semi-annual and annual review and regular impact assessment

Communication and Accountability

• Ensure that the yearly plans are smoothly implemented and feedback is shared with the project teams on a timely basis.
• Establish proper communication channel with project team/ beneficiaries/ stakeholders for capturing their input, suggestion and feedback
• Support communication team to prepare KOSHISH annual reports

Learning and Documentation

• Support in quality documentation, capture evidence, lessons learnt, good practices and case stories/ human interest stories of ongoing programs and projects in close coordination with communication and documentation unit and project teams and disseminate them in different platforms.
• Produce Periodic M&E reports highlighting key findings and recommendation
• Any other task as assigned by the organization.

Qualifications & Essential Qualities:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Development Studies, Social Work, Statistics, Research or equivalent
• At least 3 years work experience in the relevant field of monitoring and evaluation, program development, project management, and/ or research work with experience of designing log frame or RBM matrix.
• Good understanding and passionate about mental health and psychosocial disability issues
• Excellent writing skill in English and Nepali languages
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines under pressure.
• Excellent teamwork
• Dynamic, flexible and motivated to work for the cause.
• Willing to travel to project locations and other possible locations for project development.
• Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills
• Effective communication
• Demonstrated ability to compile and synthesize data and prepare reports

Salary: Negotiable as per competence and experience

• Interested candidates are requested to send their updated curriculum vitae and Cover letter including expected salary in PDF version via email at recruit@koshishnepal.org.
• Please clearly mark in the subject line as "Application for the post of Documentation And Meal Officer".

•        The application will be processed on a rolling basis and closed when the suitable candidates are selected. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further process. 

• Please clearly mention minimum three referees on your Curriculum Vitae. (including contact number, email id etc.)

Note:

1. Eligible candidates with disabilities, women and from the local area (Pokhara) are encouraged to apply.
2. KOSHISH reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications without assigning any reason whatsoever.

 

Programs Manager/Program Officer

Job posted on 25 Feb, 2024Apply before 25 Mar, 2024

Pragya Solutions for Sustainable Development Pvt. Ltd

Pragya Solutions is a firm providing consultancy and support services associated with the development sector. We serve a range of organizations, including community-based organizations, non-profits, institutions, foundations and international development organizations, and the government and its departments and bodies. Our work includes development studies and programming advice, with the aim of improved development goods and services for less-developed regions. Development actors and their organizations are aided with services for organization planning and improvement, training and process management. The Pragya Solutions team also supports civil society and community organizations in Asia and Africa in implementation and monitoring of development projects.

DETAILS / REQUIREMENTS:

PRAGYA SOLUTIONS

450, Second Floor, Mahakavi Marga

Maltidevi, Ward no. 30

Kathmandu Metropolitan City, Nepal - 44600

www.pragyasolutions.com

Pragya Solutions is a group with the aim of creating, undertaking and supporting impactful development programming. We seek to deliver integrated and holistic development projects in the areas of agriculture, natural resource management, water management, disaster management, renewable energy, education, health and gender. We work throughout South Asia, operating through a network of autonomous country-specific entities in Bangladesh, India and Nepal, as well as in partnership with close associates in other parts of the world, working with grassroots civil society organisations, academic and research institutions, as well as State actors, in the respective countries, for effective delivery on projects.

We invite applications for the following position:

1. Programs Manager, Kathmandu

Key Result Areas:

Successful implementation of programs, across multiple domains (in the area of Natural Resource Management, Social Issues), in interaction with grassroots partners, including:

• Detailed design and planning of project activities and scheduling their delivery
• Determining project locations, partners, beneficiaries; building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders
• Monitoring and tracking progress, travelling to the field and guiding course corrections on an ongoing basis
• Documentation of progress and reporting to the Designated Supervisor.
• Undertaking research and evaluation of programs, as directed.

Qualifications:

• Post Graduate in Social Work / Natural Resource Management, with a minimum of ten years of relevant experience. Excellent command over English and the local language.
• Candidates need to have strong experience in program management; exposure to projects on both NRM and Social Issues will be preferred.

2. Program Officer, Kathmandu

Key Result Areas:

Successful implementation of programs, in interaction with grassroots partners, including:

• Travelling to the field and working with the partner Organisations for timely implementation of projects
• Help in identification and the selection of beneficiaries and locations as per the project design
• Help the Manager, Programs in reporting and in guiding the programs as per the project specifications

Qualifications:

• Post Graduate in Social Work with a minimum of seven years of relevant experience. 
• Candidates with experience in projects on both NRM and Social Issues will be preferred.

Location: Both the positions are based in Kathmandu with travel to various districts as and when needed.

These postings provide excellent project monitoring and reporting experience.

Please note that we will be able to communicate with only the shortlisted candidates at each stage of the selection process. Applications would be processed on a rolling basis as and when we receive and thus the candidates are encouraged to apply at the earliest.

To apply: Click  https://pragya.org/joinus

For queries: 

Please send an email to info@pragyasolutions.com with subject: Nepal – Manager, Programs or Nepal - Program Officer

 

Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) is the capital city of Nepal and serves as the country's political, cultural, and economic hub. As one of the largest urban centers in Nepal, KMC plays a pivotal role in shaping the nation's development and progress. Situated in the Kathmandu Valley, KMC is renowned for its rich cultural heritage, historical significance, and vibrant atmosphere.

Call for City Volunteers: Book Free Friday

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Kathmandu Metropolitan City: Recruitment for City Volunteers for the Book Free Friday Program

The education department of the Kathmandu Metropolitan City announces the opening for 140 city volunteers. This initiative is part of the Book Free Friday Program aimed to integrate practical learning of the students through experiential learning with fun concepts, every Friday. Each selected volunteer will be assigned to a school where they will be mainly engaged with eco-club students (25-27 members of the BABA “Baalbalika Tathaa Batawarran” club) to enhance the learning experiences of the students in environmental stewardship through their active engagement.

Objective:

Empower the youth by providing knowledge beyond textbooks, shaping their Knowledge, Attitude, and Practices (KAP).

Position and Requirements:

• Number of Vacancies: 140 City Volunteers
• Educational Qualification: At least Bachelor running in environmental studies, public health, Sociology, Development Studies, Culture and History, Tourism and Hotel Management etc.  
• Contract Duration: Minimum of 6 months.
  

Additional Criteria:

• Priority: Residents of Kathmandu Metropolitan City and individuals with prior volunteering experience will be given preference
• Selection Process: Candidates will be shortlisted and interviewed, with the final list being published after interviews
• Age Limit: Applicants must be above 18 and 35 years old on the last day of submission

 Note: Selected volunteers should compulsorily attend training sessions given by KMC

Time Commitment: 

Volunteers are expected to commit two days a week (Thursday & Friday), contributing to the Book Free Friday Programs.

Interview Process:

Only shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview. The interview details, including date, time, and venue, will be communicated via email to the shortlisted candidates.

Responsibilities:

The selected city volunteers will be assigned to certain schools in Kathmandu Metropolitan City. After receiving training from the experts, volunteers will go to the assigned school every Friday and be engaged with the eco club to conduct different modules, trainings, and programs. Volunteers are also responsible for acting as a focal person for the school and documenting the activities done under their leadership.

Benefits of Joining as a City Volunteer

• Get exposure to Environment and Child Growth
• Earning basic stipend while volunteering 
• Opportunity to participate in Training and learn about Culture, Heritage, Arts & Tourism
• Earn a certificate upon completion of volunteering issued by Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC)

Mero Job Limited and Kathmandu Metropolitan City (KMC) do not charge fees at any stage of the selection process (viz. application, shortlisting, selection, training etc.)

The deadline for application is 23:55 hrs. Sunday, February 25, 2024.

 The World Bank is a multilateral development organization, one of the largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries.

In an effort to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), the World Bank is seeking individuals from marginalized communities in Nepal as trainees. The objective is to give individuals from marginalized communities broad exposure to working in a development agency. 

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Traineeship at World Bank

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On behalf of the World Bank in Nepal, Mero Job Limited, invites applications from Nepali candidates belonging to marginalized communities including dalits, and gender and sexual minorities.

The program will recruit three trainees for a six-month traineeship with on-the-job training assignments with access to mentoring and practical experiences in an international working environment. Opportunities for prospective trainees are available in different departments of the World Bank. 

Responsibilities:

Each trainee will be paired with a supervisor and will support a broad range of administrative and other tasks. A specific scope of work for each trainee will be identified in consultation with each supervisor. The range of tasks can include the following:

• Help coordinate, schedule, and organize meetings, conferences, and other events
• Support teams in basic research, editing and formatting reports, minutes, and correspondence
• Assist in managing documents and record-keeping 
• Support teams with logistical tasks such as printing of documents, dispatching letters to clients, communicating with vendors, etc.
• Support teams in preparing logistics, correspondence, and coordination for events 
• Learn on-the-job basic communications tasks, including media monitoring, digital communications, communications, editorial calendars, etc.
• Assist in updating internal database on key stakeholders, sectoral experts and leaders  
• Perform additional tasks assigned by the supervisor

Selection Criteria:

The minimum selection criteria for the applicants are given below:

• Either a high school diploma (+2 degree) with at least two years of work experience Or bachelor level (enrolled with at least first two years completed)  
• Good communication skills in English and Nepali 
• Must be computer literate and have good knowledge of MS Office software 
• Belong to a marginalized community including LGBTIQA+, persons with disability, Madhesis, Tharus, Muslims, Dalits, Janajatis 
• Prior administrative work experience is preferred 

Note:

• Candidates will be shortlisted based on their responses to the questions 
• The response will undergo a plagiarism check, and if it is determined that the content is not an original creation by you, your application will be declined.
  

The deadline for application is 23:55 hrs. Wednesday, March 6, 2024. 

A stipend, including the Social Security Fund contributions, as per the prevailing Labor Act of Nepal, will be provided to successful candidates during the traineeship period. Trainees will be contracted by Mero Job Limited (contracted company by the World Bank). Selected candidates are expected to join the organization on April 09, 2024.

This program is not a full-time employment and extension of contract is not expected.

Mero Job Limited do not charge fee at any stage of recruitment (application, interview, processing, training, or any other stage).

Candidates with close relatives working in the World Bank are not eligible to apply for this traineeship. Close relatives are Mother, Father, Sister, half-sister, Brother, Half-brother, Son, Daughter, Aunt, Uncle, Niece, and Nephew.

Canvassing at any stage of recruitment shall lead to disqualification of the candidate for the vacancy.

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Citizenship
3. Academic Transcript (only Highest Degree not all)
   a. Master's Transcript
   b. Bachelor's Transcript
   c. If Bachelor's running, then
        * Either 2nd Year or 4th semester Transcript
         * Or, College Letter if  2nd Year or 4th semester
   d. Else, +2 Transcript if 2nd Year or 4th semester not completed or +2 completed 

 

Communication and Outreach Officer (COO)

Job posted on 18 Feb, 2024Apply before 03 Mar, 2024

SW Nepal Pvt Ltd

S.W. Nepal Pvt. Ltd. (Scott Wilson Nepal/SWN) is a wholly Nepali-owned multidisciplinary research and infrastructure development consulting service provider. Since 2000, SWN has been working with multiple development partners and the Government of Nepal, delivering quality outputs in the design and management of locally and government-led projects and programs. The projects are focused on local organization capacity development strengthening local government capabilities, green resilient infrastructure development, and monitoring and evaluation (M&E) of the projects and programmes.

DETAILS / REQUIREMENTS:

S.W. Nepal Pvt. Ltd. (Scott Wilson Nepal)

USAID Local Works Support

TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR 

COMMUNICATION AND OUTREACH OFFICER

Position:  Communication and Outreach Officer (COO), USAID Local Works Support

Duty Station: Scott Wilson Nepal Office, Maharajgunj, Kathmandu (Central Office), with frequent field visits to provinces and municipalities

Contract: 1 year (extendable to 5 years based on performance)

Salary: An attractive salary with additional benefits including a provident fund, a gratuity fund, a festival allowance, and medical and accidental insurance will be provided. Applicable taxes shall be deducted as per the law of Nepal

Working Days: 5 days a week (Mon-Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.)

Reporting to: Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning (MEAL) and Knowledge Management Manager, USAID Local Works Support

Introduction:

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Mission to Nepal has awarded S.W. Nepal Pvt. Ltd. (Scott Wilson Nepal/SWN), as prime contractor, a contract to provide dedicated, long-term support to USAID’s flagship locally-led development program, Local Works. This five-year initiative commences on January 8, 2024.

Local Works is a locally-led development program aimed at capacitating local actors—including individuals, communities, networks, civil society organizations (CSOs), private entities, and governments—to take the lead in the development process, including priority setting, developing solutions, decision-making, and overall management. Since 2015, Local Works has operated in 32 countries, aligning with legislation from Congress to integrate locally-led development practice into the agency’s operations and programs, reflecting what Administrator Samantha Power states: “If we truly want to make aid inclusive, local voices need to be at the center of everything we do.”

The USAID Local Works Support, facilitated by S.W. Nepal Pvt. Ltd., will offer important services such as organizational capacity development (OCD), third-party monitoring, risk assessment, and local works coordination. More specifically, USAID Local Works Support will assess and capacitate local actors in areas like human resource management, financial management, and operations. This initiative aims to improve cooperation, coordination, and co-creation among local actors, including the USAID Mission to Nepal, local beneficiaries, and local governments. This will be achieved through targeted communication, outreach, and information-sharing activities. All activities and components under the Local Works Support will be underpinned with a focused effort to raise awareness and uphold gender equality and social inclusion (GESI) and diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA).

Purpose of the Position:

The Communication and Outreach Officer will work under the guidance of the MEAL and Knowledge Management Manager in Component C (Local Works Coordination). The primary responsibility  of the COO is to develop and implement a communication and outreach strategy to effectively share the overall results, 

challenges and lessons learned with the wider audience, adhering to the USAID Local Works Branding and Marking Plan. The officer will be responsible for conducting a communication and outreach campaign to promote the successes and results of the Local Works program.  

The Communication and Outreach Officer should have strong communication skills in both written and verbal English and Nepali. The officer should be able to collaborate with team members, the management team, and stakeholders. 

Scope of Work (SoW) and Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a communication and outreach strategy aligned with the overall program goals and USAID communication guidelines.
• Responsible for content generation, organization, and dissemination efforts across various platforms, e.g. social media and direct media outreach, working closely with the MEL and Knowledge Management Manager, and Chief of Party.  
• Develop an annual communication and outreach plan that is in compliance with USAID standards and to guide the USAID Local Works Support’s communication and outreach requirements.
• Carry out activities in accordance with the Communication and Outreach Plan, and ensure USAID Branding and Marking in all activities of USAID Local Works Support. 
• Conduct research and analysis to identify key target audiences and their information needs.
• Collaborate with the MEAL and Knowledge Management Manager, program staff, stakeholders, and partners to ensure consistent messaging and effective communication.
• Responsible for capturing USAID/Nepal Local Works success stories, ideas, photography, short videos, and other content as communications and outreach products, for monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting, as well as social media posts, presentations, etc compiling USAID Branding and Marking Plan.
• Manage and maintain the SWNs’ website and social media channels related to LWS.
• Track and measure the effectiveness of communication and outreach activities.
• Responsible for organizing and reporting the annual 2 workshops and a video documentary of 2 minutes. 
• Ensure all communication content assimilates gender equality and social inclusion (GESI) and disability, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) related data and/or information.
• Conduct regular field visits to capture content and support visitors and consultants, including photographers and videographers.
• Capacity building of Local Works Implementing Partners (IPs) on USAID’s communications, outreach, branding, and marking requirements. 
• Establish, as necessary, and manage knowledge management repositories and communications products or photo libraries.
• Perform other tasks as assigned

Qualifications and Requirements:

• At least a Bachelor’s degree in communication, journalism, media study, development studies, public relations, or a related field. (Master's degree preferred).
• 4-5 years of progressive experience in the development sector, contributing to project or organization-level communications and outreach products for a variety of audiences.
• Proficiency in content creation tools and social media platforms.
• Familiarity with USAID Communication and Outreach, and Branding and Marking Plan
• Familiarity with integrating GESI considerations in communications.
• Experience in report/deliverable preparation, management, editing, and dissemination across several platforms with concise, and engaging content.
• Experience in handling social media applications. Photography skills are required.
• A professional history of dealing with journalists or national/ international media outlets will be considered an asset;
• Skilled in photography, and editing and designing applications such as InDesign, Photoshop, Canva, etc. 
• Commitment to SWN’s mission and values.

Core Competencies and Technical Expertise

• Excellent ability to work effectively under pressure, prioritize and implement multiple tasks within strict deadlines, and produce high-quality deliverables.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Nepali.
• Strong at using MS Word, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint.
• Proactive and detail-oriented individual with a dedication to identifying solutions to problems.
• Ability and willingness for field travel.
• Positive attitude and a good sense of humor.

TO APPLY

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by emailing your CV, indicating your current address in Kathmandu, no later than March 3, 2024, at lws@swnepal.com.np, before 5 p.m. A cover letter is not required at this stage.

Only shortlisted candidates who meet the criteria will be contacted for the interview. We encourage candidates of diverse backgrounds, including women and those who are differently abled, to apply.

The potential applicants are encouraged to visit www.swnepal.com.np for more details on our team, location, and services.

 

Finance Officer

Job posted on 21 Feb, 2024Apply before 03 Mar, 2024

International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES)

The International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES) promotes democratic stability by providing technical assistance and applying field-based research to the electoral cycle worldwide to enhance citizen participation and strengthen civil societies, governance and transparency. Every IFES project is staffed by national and international staff while partnering with local organizations. This homegrown approach ensures that the expertise offered by IFES fits the needs of the country or client and the benefit of assistance outlasts the life of the project. Our work is nonpartisan and also includes projects that: Help citizens participate in their democracies Increase politicians' accountability to the electorate Strengthen government institutions Since its founding in 1987, IFES has worked in more than 100 countries - from developing democracies such as Liberia, to mature democracies such as the United States.

DETAILS / REQUIREMENTS:

Vacancy Announcement – Finance Officer

 

The International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES) is an International NGO that supports the building of democratic societies around the world. Since 2006, IFES Nepal has worked with the Election Commission of Nepal (ECN) and local civil society partners to enhance citizen participation and strengthen civil society, governance and transparency. 

 

IFES Nepal is seeking a Finance Officer to support program implementation, review subgrant financial reports and support in IFES Nepal’s overall financial management. This position will be under the direct supervision of the Finance Manager and will be full-time. 

 

Roles and Responsibilities:

·         Prepare cash disbursement voucher to Vendors/Suppliers/Consultant as per Financial Management Policy and enter valid account code, Project Code, on all vouchers according to the chart of accounts.

·         Prepare travel and business advance to the staff with all the necessary supporting.

·         Ensure the tax calculation and deduction on the source of payment as per the Income Tax Act of Nepal. Preparation of Tax, cheque, and deposition on time.

·         Check petty cash vouchers, receipts, and replenish to established levels upon receipt of replenishment request from petty cash holder.

·         Help review sub-grant financial reports on a monthly basis to ensure that are up to date, comprehensive, and Maintain copies of sub-grant financial reports and other relevant records in electronic format

·         Assist to develop and maintain sub-grant tracking system that provides information for the comparison of budget vs. actual expenditure;

·         Report regularly to Finance Manager and as required to the Country Director/Deputy Country Director; 

·         Assist in compilation of monthly financial reports to IFES headquarters; 

·         Assist in tracking and controlling IFES accounts;

·         Provide financial assistance for project workshops and consultant trips, including liaising with and paying vendors, ordering and purchasing supplies, handling reimbursements or travel functions; 

·         Other relevant duties as assigned by the Finance Manager

 

Qualifications and Requirements:

·         Bachelor degree in accounting/ financial management or a relevant business field, masters preferred;

·         At least four or more years of proven working experiences as finance officer/accountant overseeing financial management and processes in international organizations (INGOs);

·         Demonstrated attention to detail, ability to follow procedures, meet deadlines and work independently and cooperatively with team members;

·         Proven ability to solve problems independently without direct supervision;

·         Proficiency in QuickBooks (QB) accounting software and MS Office package with advance working knowledge, particularly in Excel;

·         Excellent and fluency in speaking and written English skills; and

·         Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

 

This position is opened for Nepali nationals only and is based in Kathmandu with potential for some travel outside Kathmandu. 

 

Interested candidates who meet the above qualifications and requirements are requested to send their application letter along with an updated CV with two references to: ifesnepalvacancy@gmail.com mentioning the position title in the subject of the email. The application deadline is March 3, 2024. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for selection processes. This position is contingent on project funding.

Manang Marsyangdi Hydropower Project Vacancy for Various Positions

 Manang Marsyangdi Hydropower Project Vacancy for Various Positions:

Published on Nagarik News, 21 February 2024