Traineeship opportunity in UN in Nepal (deadline for the appplication - 22 May 2012)

You might have seen the recent announcement from UN inviting appliation from young graduates for traineeship in UN organisaions in Nepal. If you are thinking to apply for the traineeship announced by the UN, here are a few tips I think will be useful for you to prepare your motivation letter. The traineeship is for someone who is from a socially excluded group. You should clearly show that in your application. Your chances for being considered increases if you are from more discriminated marginalised groups within the socially excluded group itself. e.g. female candidates, disabled persons within them have more chances.

Then you select specific area of work that you are interested in. I think you should select more than one and put those in priority order. Then highlight in your Motivation letter the following things in order:

a brief background about yourself - your studies - and how does this traineeship is related to you. Here you may highlight that you firmly believe in UN's efforts in Nepal to increase number of people from socially excluded groups in its workforce; in increasing workforce diversity and UN's development efforts in Nepal on ending social exclusion, discrimination and to end conflict; on dealing with climate change and building sustainable livelihoods of poor, rural marginalised people. You describe in your own ways which one matters most for you and that this opportunity will help you to learn how development issues are addressed in Nepal.

Then in the next two paragraphs, you describe that what you think you will learn from this traineeship and how it will help you to move up in your desired career. You can say that many organisations ask for experience in thier vacancies and this traineeship could give you that valuable experience.

UN would like to hear what you can contribute to the development of Nepal. There is no hard and fast rule about it but if you write something on this, it will increase your chances of getteing selected. This is just like Miss Nepal competition when the judges ask if you win, what will you change. They know that what the contestent says she may not work on it, but the clue is how clearly the answer is given. Here is also the same clever trick you should play. Tell them some of your thoughts what do you think about development and that this traineeship will give you the opportunity to put your ideas in practice, under the expert guidance of professionals working there in UN.

And finally, conclude your letter by saying that you are really eager to have this opportunity, that you are free and willing to travel to remote parts of Nepal and that you look forward to a positive answer from them.
Good Luck!

Program Coordinator - Child Right Governance and Child Protection

Save the Children is an International non-profit organization working in Nepal and Bhutan to create positive and lasting change for Children. Save the Children invites applications for the following positions.

Program Coordinator Child Right Governance and Child Protection
Program Coordinator CRG and Child Protection will be responsible for the management of the overall technical and managerial component of the child protection program (Child Right Governance initiatives and child neglect, abuse, exploitation, violence, children affected by conflict, child rights violation, HIV/AIDS and trafficking). S/he oversees and contribute to the implementation of the CRG and Child Protection (CP) program in the regions including capacity building and technical support to partner.

Location: Save the Children Eastern Regional Office (Biratnagar)

Required Qualification: Bachelor in law or equivalent with at least three years of experience in Child Right and Child Protection programming from development organization.

Required Knowledge and Skills:
Should be technically sound in Child Protection and Child Right Governance, ability to manage CRG and Protection Program in region, work independently & in a complex environment with multiple tasks, short deadlines and intense pressure to perform. Proficiency in monitoring and evaluation, training and facilitation, writing programmatic reports, experience of research/survey, ability to coordinate and advocate.

Interested and qualified candidates are requested to apply with an updated CV, cover letter (In English). Applications must reach the following address no later than 5:00 pm on December 26, 2010. Female & disadvantaged community candidates are encouraged to apply. Only short listed candidates will be contacted for assessment and interview. Telephone inquiries will not be entertained.

Human Resource Manager
Save the Children - Nepal
5th Floor, JDA Office Complex, Ward # 11, Bagh Durbar, Sundhara, Kathmandu
GPO Box 3394, Kathmandu
Email: hrd@savethechildren.org.np

Deputy Chief of Party for upcoming Natural Resources Management Project

CARE Nepal is an international humanitarian organization working in Nepal for the past 32 years. It currently works in 38 districts through its 17 projects and programs on issues relating to improving the lives of the poorest and most vulnerable populations through programs in natural resource management, livelihoods, women empowerment equity and social justice.

CARE Nepal is seeking qualified Deputy Chief of Party (DCoP) candidates to assist in the program implementation of an upcoming Natural Resources Management (NRM) program in Nepal, funded by USAID, with an expected value of $30M over a 5-year period. This position will be based in Kathmandu.

The program aims to reduce threats to biodiversity and vulnerabilities of climate change in Nepal through an appropriate set of site-based interventions in priority biodiverse landscape(s) as well as enabling policy environment at the national level. The specific objectives of the program are to: A) reduce threats to biodiversity in target landscape(s); B) build the structures, capacity and operations necessary for an effective sustainable landscapes management, especially reducing emissions from deforestation and forest degradation (REDD+) readiness; and C) increase the ability of target human and ecological communities to adapt to the adverse impacts of climate change.

Responsibilities and Tasks:

• In conjunction with the Chief of Party (COP), oversee, facilitate, design, develop and supervise an efficient and effective program implementation;
• Establish and maintain excellent communication, and develop networks with senior program staff and partner organizations, Government of Nepal (GON) representatives, international institutions, various stakeholders and development partners,
• Engage the Government of Nepal (GON), civil society organizations (CSOs), and business communities in activities to attain the program objectives mentioned above.
• Plan and carry out regular monitoring trips to the regions and provide support where needed. Support programmatic reporting efforts and adapt program activities to reflect monitoring and evaluation findings.
• Ensure that program implementation is in accordance with USAID regulations and procedures and the specifications determined in the Cooperative Agreement.
• Ensure performance management of all program staff; and enhance staff development though mentoring or other activities.
• Represent the program to USAID, all partners and all other stakeholders in the absence of the COP.

Key Qualifications Required:

• Masters degree or higher studies in natural resource management/forestry/climate science/environmental studies/social sciences or related field.
• Proven track record of at least 10 years of experience working in projects related to Natural Resource Management, Forestry, Climate Change, Climate adaptation, REDD, carbon finance, and/or livelihoods development, must have experience in managing similar programs of comparable scope and complexity.
• Proven financial and personnel management skills.
• Demonstrated experience managing large USG grants and related reporting, budgeting, procurement, and project management procedures.
• Demonstrated programming, advocacy and capacity building experience at the Government of Nepal (GON) and community levels.
• Solid monitoring and evaluation knowledge and skills, preferably in of NRM-related interventions.
• Demonstrated professional experience working in partnership with USAID-supported cooperating agencies USAID missions, and international counterpart organizations is a plus.
• Fluency in spoken and written English and Nepali required

NOTE: POSITION PENDING DONOR APPROVAL

Candidates are requested to submit their application with updated CV along with the names of two referees
by December 28, 2010 addressed to:

The Human Resource Manager
CARE International Nepal, PO Box 1661
Kathmandu, Nepal
OR
via email: apply@np.care.org

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
CARE is an equal opportunity organisation which also believes in promoting affirmative action.

Livelihood Officer; Technical Assistant; Education Officer; Field Officer

Re-Vacancy Announcement
(First published in the Kantipur National Daily on September 11, 2010)

Good Neighbors Nepal an NGO the counterpart of Good Neighbors International (International Non-Governmental Organization) working in the field of Community Development Project since 2002 invites the application for the following posts in different projects from the qualified and deserving candidates for Mugu and Humla Community Development Project.

Livelihood Officer: 1 ( Field based) Mugu & Humla
Desired Responsibilities and Competency: Value Chain Development of Atis herbs, MAPs and Income Generation Activities, Provide technical support, Training and supervision, Support in developing and Preparing progress report, monitoring plans, Maintain coordination and linkage with various stakeholders at district and project level.
Education: B.Sc with Specialized certification in Agriculture or Forestry or related disciplines.
Experience: 3 years of relevant Agriculture/ Forestry experience is required at the national level. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc)
Language Requirements: Fluency in both written and spoken English and Nepali.

Technical Assistant : 1 (Field based) Mugu & Humla
Desired Responsibilities and Competency: Facilitate technical backstopping, training and encourage to farmers groups, Monitor the Atis Farm and Income Generation activities. Produce and disseminate report and finding.
Education: I.sc with Specialized certification in Agriculture or Forestry or JTA related disciplines.
Experience: 3 years of relevant Agriculture/ Forestry experience is required at the national level. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc)
Language Requirements: Fluency in both written and spoken English and Nepali.

Education Officer: 2 (Field based) Mugu & Humla
Desired Responsibilities and Competency: Planning, Implementing and Monitoring of Education Program, Coordinating with line agencies, Liaise and work with local schools and community groups, Carry out administrative and educational activity, Provide training to the teachers.
Education: B.Ed or Equivalent Degree in related disciplines.
Experience: 3 years of relevant field is required at the national level. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc)
Language Requirements: Fluency in both written and spoken English and Nepali.

Field Officer: 1 ( Humla Satellite Office)
Desired Responsibilities and Competency: Leading Satellite Office, Planning and Implementing Field based activities, Reporting to the District office, Liaison with Community, Schools and Farmer Groups.
Education: Bachelor Degree in any discipline.
Experience: 3 year field based experiences is required at the national level. Experience in the usage of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc)
Language Requirements: Good in both written and spoken English and Nepali

Note: Application submission by 26 December 2010, apply with the expected salary along with detail CV, and PP Size photograph in the following addresses. We also encourage to fresh graduates, women, Janajati, Dalit, Madeshi, and local to apply for the adequate posts.

Chairperson,
Good Neighbors Nepal,
PO Box 8975 EPC 1605, Kathmandu, Nepal,
Email: hrdgni.org@gmail.com / gnnepal@gmail.com

Country Representative

CAREER OPPORTUNITY - Country Representative

International Relief and Development (IRD) in Nepal having its Home Office in Arlington, USA is inviting experienced, committed and highly motivated candidate to join our team as country representative in Kathmandu.

The Country Representative will perform representational, program development, program management and general financial management and administration duties in support of the IRD's program development task order for Nepal.

Qualification and competencies for the position are:
• Master's Degree or equivalent
• At least 10 years experience in development sector with last five years as a senior program officer or program manager
• At least two years of business development and proposal writing experience in a similar organization
• Knowledge and understanding of the development context of Nepal
• Leading, managing and organizing skills
• Financial management skills
• Excellent spoken and written communication in English. Communication skills in Nepali is desirable
• Public relations, representation and networking skills
• Analytical and problem solving skills

Please send your cv with a brief (half-page) write up to npoudyal@ird-np.org by 31 December 2010, 16:00hours Nepali time. Please note that your write-up should include the reason for your application and explaining how your experience fits the position of a country representative within an international NGO.

Qualified women and applicants from minority groups are encouraged to apply.

Please visit IRD website – www.ird.org for detailed information about our work and countries where we currently operate.

Please note that only short listed candidates will contacted.
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International Relief and Development, Nepal
Improving Lives, Building Livelihoods
# 243, Shiva Marga, Shital Niwas, Maharajgunj, Kathmandu
PO Box: 20242, Tel: (+ 977-1) 443 2602

Finance Manager (FM)

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Practical Action is an International NGO, working in South Asia, Southern and Eastern Africa and Latin America with Head Office in the UK. It aims to reduce poverty in developing countries - by introducing appropriate technologies for the communities, demonstrating results, sharing knowledge, building capacity to replicate and influencing others for scaling up.
Practical Action Nepal Office seeks to recruit Finance Manager (FM) for its Country Office in Kathmandu.
Major Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Head of Finance, Administration and Personnel, the FM will be responsible for financial compliance particularly donor reporting, monitoring and reporting on partners accounts, and capacity building of regional office accountants and programme staff in budget management.

Specific Responsibilities:
• Prepare financial reports for donors and track the donor claims
• Monitor and report on Practical Action Nepal Office partners’ account
• Visit project sites and build capacity of implementing partners in financial management
• Ensure quality of partners' financial reports and recommend for releasing instalments
• Build capacity of regional office accountants and project staff in budget management,
• Assist in Head Office reporting as per the requirements of organisation.

Minimum Qualifications:
Masters in Business Administration (MBA) with three years of related work experience in development organisations, strong communication skills in English and Nepali, and basic computing skills.

For the application form and detail job description, please visit the website at http://practicalaction.org/nepal/region_nepal_vacancies . Nepali citizens fulfilling the above requirements are invited to submit a cover letter, the completed application form and a passport size photograph no later than Monday, 13 December 2010 by email to HR@practicalaction.org.np or by post to the following address:

The Country Director
Practical Action Nepal Office
House No. 750, Pandol Marg, Lazimpat
GPO Box 15135, Kathmandu

Female candidates and candidates from disadvantaged groups fulfilling the above requirements are highly encouraged to apply. Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Job Description for the WWF vacancy Coordinator - Development, Research & Monitoring

WWF NEPAL PROGRAM
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Position Title : Coordinator - Development, Research & Monitoring
Reports to : Conservation Program Director
I. Major Responsibility:
The DRM Coordinator will be responsible for providing scientific input, technical back stopping, co-ordinating and supervising all research activities; developing project and research proposals/concepts and monitoring all programs and projects. Responsible for identifying potential funding sources and will assist the Conservation Program Director (CPD) and Country Representative (CR) in fund raising, co-ordinating and communicating with different donor agencies for funding.
II. Major Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Program Development
Survey and identify potential donor portfolios in and outside the WWF network for funding opportunities in areas that are compatible to WWF Nepal’s work. Identify funding gaps in collaboration and co-ordination with CPD and Program Directors for programs and projects in terai and mountains. Explore partnerships and joint proposal opportunities with other agencies working in the field of natural resource management.
Develop concepts and proposals in close consultations with program staff and project staff for fund raising. Submit and follow up on all WWF proposals with donors and update the CPD and program staff. Co-ordinate with consultants and experts for program development. Review concepts and proposals developed by the program staff to ensure they are consistent with the donor’s requirements.
Communicate with WWF network/programs such as WWF-UK, WWF-US, WWF-NL, LHNI, AREAS, and Tiger Program for funding opportunities. Co-ordinate with Department of National Parks and Wildlife Conservation and Department of Forests for the Government’s requirements within WWF’s project and develop proposals. Train field and other program staff in concept development and proposal writing.
2. Research and Monitoring
Identify WWF Nepal program’s impacts on conservation by developing overall targets and indicators for all projects in co-ordination CPD, PDs and program staff. Coordinate implementation of all wildlife research and monitoring activities in the field.
Identify research needs, design research proposals, develop required TORs, identify researchers/consultants, supervise, monitor and co-ordinate research work.
Make regular field visits to monitor the ongoing project and research activities in co-ordination with the program and project staff.
Co-ordinate with the government, academic institutions, NGOs, researchers and other relevant organizations working in the field of research;
3. Scientific Input for field Implementation
Provide technical inputs in the implementation of project activities from the design to the planning phase especially when it involves activities like restoration, scientific management of habitat and wildlife etc.
Responsible for implementation of biological research activities that WWF undertakes in the field. Provide leadership in implementing special scientific management events like Tiger census, Rhino census, species translocations etc.
Will be responsible in interacting and providing follow up on all matters related to biological issues with national and international partners (Zoology Society of London, Wildlife Institute of India, Academia, WWF network and the Government)
4. Review of Technical Reports and Small Grants
Review reports submitted by consultants and researchers with regard to field data analysis, preparation of technical reports and alignment with TORs.
Assist the CR and CPD in all wildlife-related issues at WWF-Nepal including communications, presentations, attending meetings, policies, and comments.
Oversees the Small and Action Research grants for technical content and substance. Publish abstracts of research publications.
5. Technical Inputs to Policy documents
Will provide technical inputs to policy documents that comes for review to WWF Nepal. Reviews policy development activities of the government and other organizations in issues related to species, biodiversity (Species action Plans, Biodiversity Strategy etc) to check for compliance.
7. Support to Senior Management
When called upon will provide suggestions to the Senior Management on how to react to different Wildlife related issues that come out in the media.
8. Other Duties
This job description covers the main tasks and conveys the spirit of the sort of tasks that are anticipated proactively from staff. Other tasks may be assigned as necessary according to organizational needs.
KEY DELIVERABLES:
1. Accurate scientific and technical inputs to all programs and projects of WWF Nepal.
2. High quality of outgoing concepts and proposals of WWF Nepal.
3. Adequately funded projects and programs.
4. Generation of new conservation ideas and concepts for enhanced program effectiveness.
5. Good teamwork and high motivation of staff and conflicts managed and resolved well.
6. Increased partnership development with new conservation partners on board.
III Minimum Work Requirements:
Qualifications:
a. Advanced degree (Masters) in relevant discipline such as wildlife conservation, ecology, or a related field;
Experience:
a. At least 8 years of experience in research and monitoring in wildlife conservation is required. It is essential that the individual is technically proficient and qualified in the field of wildlife conservation.
Required Skills and Competencies:
• Demonstrated ability to conduct research work as per appropriate methodologies;
• Demonstrated ability to draft winning concepts and build effective proposals;
• Demonstrated ability in leading both field and office-based teams. Ability to lead performance management of direct reports.
• Strategic and fact based thinker, communicator and networker.
• Demonstrated ability to enter into complex policy, program and funding partnerships with a range of stakeholders and actors.
• Excellent communication skills, fluency in both written and spoken English.
• Experience in staff capacity building and/or business management.
• Strong commitment to conservation and development issues and ability to cope with varied workloads.
• Adheres to WWF’s values, which are: Passionate & Optimistic, Challenging & Inspiring, Credible & Accountable, Persevering & Delivering Results.
IV. Supervisory Responsibility: Directly supervises Program Development Officer, Monitoring Officer and Research Officers of TAL and SHL.
V. Working Relationships:
a. Internal – Works closely with the CPD and interacts frequently with program staff, project staff, direct reports and home office scientists.
b. External - Interacts frequently with conservation officials in the country, WWF-International, WWF's national research organizations, other conservation organizations and government agencies, universities, consultants, researchers, wildlife experts etc

COORDINATOR – DEVELOPMENT RESEARCH AND MONITORING

WWF Nepal, the global conservation organization leading international efforts for a living planet seeks applications from qualified Nepali candidates for the following full time position.

If you think you are an achiever and willing to work in a diverse team with commitment and passion for conservation, you are highly encouraged to apply.

COORDINATOR – DEVELOPMENT RESEARCH AND MONITORING

Major Responsibilities: The DRM Coordinator will be responsible for providing scientific input, technical back stopping, co-ordinating and supervising all research activities; developing project and research proposals/concepts and monitoring all programs and projects. S/he will be responsible for identifying, co-ordinating and communicating with potential donors.
Qualifications: Masters degree in relevant discipline such as wildlife conservation, ecology, or a related field with at least 8 years of experience in research and monitoring in wildlife conservation is required. It is essential that the individual is technically proficient and qualified in the field of wildlife conservation.
Key Competencies:
• Demonstrated ability to conduct research work as per appropriate methodologies
• Demonstrated ability to draft winning concepts and build effective proposals
• Demonstrated ability in leading both field and office-based teams. Ability to lead performance management of direct reports.
• Strategic and fact based thinker, communicator and networker.
• Demonstrated ability to enter into complex policy, program and funding partnerships with a range of stakeholders and actors.
• Excellent communication skills, fluency in both written and spoken English.
• Experience in staff capacity building and/or business management.
• Strong commitment to conservation and development issues and ability to cope with varied workloads.

Applications should reach the email address below by December 20, 2010. Please mention the position you are applying as the subject. Emails without an application letter will not be entertained. Only short listed candidates will be informed. Detailed TOR for the above mentioned positions can be downloaded from our website https://www.wwfnepal.org

Email: hr@wwfnepal.org

WWF is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Please join us in our mission to save life on Earth.

Account Officer

Employer: Good Neighbors International an International Non-governmental Organization working in the field of Education Development and Income Generation with the Community Development Approach since 2002 in Nepal invites the application for the following post from the qualified and deserving candidates.

Position: Account Officer (required -1)

The Account Officer is mainly responsible to maintain the financial report, checking and monitoring the budget, maintaining the inventory and providing the support to the Executive Director with 20% of field visit.

Major Job Responsibilities:

· Preparing the cash journal and finance reports.

· Book Keeping and ledger posting.

· Submitting the annual internal audit of the counterpart organizations and it’s projects.

· Monitoring the transaction of the requisition and cash flow of the counterpart organization and its projects.

· Coordinating in external audit of the organizations and counterpart organization.

· Conducting training and workshop on to the concern staffs of the organization and counterpart organization.

Desired Competency and Education:

· The basic and good understanding on budgetary control.

· Book keeping, record keeping and filing system.

· Experience in cash handling and treasury operations with advanced knowledge of using spread sheets for tracking expenses; and Payroll system with tax applications.

· Having the ability to exercise controls for ensuring proper transactions.

· Classifying, summarizing the income and expenses having ability of computer based accounting system.

· Maintaining the confidentiality.

· BBS/BBA in Account/Finance.

· 4 years experience in accounting/finance in the context of Nepal at I/NGO.

· Fluency in English and Nepali.

Application should be submitted by Monday, September 20, 2010.

Apply with the expected salary with detail CV and PP Size photo directly to the following address.

Good Neighbours encourages women, Janajati, Dalit, and Madhesi to apply for the above mentioned post.

Executive Director

PO Box 8975 EPC 1605, Kathmandu, Nepal

Email: gnnepal@gmail.com

Regional Project Coordinator, Jumla

If you have real interest to serve some of the most marginalised communities in Nepal; if you want to enrich your knowledge about most remote areas of Nepal and if you want to start your career in development field, this could be your opportunity. Study the add, find out more about the job, the organisation and their programme in Jumla and apply directly to the Italian NGO at their address given below in their notice. All the best wishes for interested applicants.