Vacancy at Youth Forum Nepal

 

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54/2008

May 25, 2008

Vacancy at Youth Forum Nepal

Youth Forum Nepal’s mission is to work with all youth regardless of creed; cast, culture and societal background, to collectively strive for a society that is self-aware, violence free and well-disciplined advocating, sensitizing and awaring youth on various issues.

Youths have potentials and ideas but they lack orientation and we are here to provide them with appropriate materials and tools. YFN works to strengthen bonds between young people and their community.

The announcement is to fill the team of popular TV Show Youth Forum, which will shortly be going on air through a reputed private television channel.

Post: Program Coordinator 2 nos.

Key Responsibilities:

arrange participants from various colleges

co-ordinate with the participants to impart the basic guidelines of youth discussion topics

Carry the duties of co-ordination, show management, public relation with the participants and reporting to the producer.

work with the show host and producer, and execute the duties assigned by them

work with the youth social mobilizers, students, leaders and other social actors to facilitate their maximum participation

prepare drafts, reports of the topics and shooting report of the show

co-ordinate the activities of the participants and guests

perform other duties as necessary

Qualifications:

Youth between the age of 20 and 29

Bachelor Level (those who appear the last year in bachelor level may also apply)

Proficient in computer application with the knowledge of MS Word, MS Excel, E-mail & Internet

Good oral and written communication skills in English & Nepali

Good command of report writing, e-mails, searching the issues of youth discussion series from internet.

Willingness to frequent visits in academic institutions, youth clubs etc

Competencies:

Excellent personal motivation with a proven ability to build and work collaboratively in a strong team concept environment, and independently.

Focused, versatile, dependable, multi-task oriented, flexible, positive, emotionally stable, able to adapt effectively to challenging and emergency situations.

Ability to create discussion topics with the deep insights into the co-ordination, meetings and intermingle with youth.

Strong interpersonal skills resulting in exceptional rapport with youth. Able to deal courteously, professionally, and tactfully with the students in a variety of circumstances.

Excellent analytical skills with the ability to analyze situations accurately and effectively.

To Apply:

Please send in your recent RESUME, with a cover letter, names of two referees, attached photograph and expected remuneration within one week of this announcement (announcement date: 27^th May 2008) to: programs@youthforum.org.np.

Women candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Telephone inquiries in this regard will not be entertained. Only short listed candidates will be called on for an interview.

For more information, visit our website: www.youthforum.org.np

Vacancy – Rehabilitation/Surgery Project Manager

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39/2008

May 8, 2008

Vacancy – Rehabilitation/Surgery Project Manager

Handicap International (HI) is a non-political and non-religious international organisation with it’s headquarter in France. HI is working for the prevention of handicap and the physical and social rehabilitation of people with disabilities.

HI Nepal is inviting applications from qualified professionals for Rehabilitation/Surgery Project Manager (12 months with possibility for extension), based at Handicap International Programme Office, Sallaghari, Narayan Gopal Chowk Kathmandu with travel to various regions in Nepal.

Applications via email (in English) with full CV, completed application form and at least two references should be sent to: recruitment.nepal2008@gmail.com

Applications should be received by 18th May, 2008.

Detail information is attached herewith.

Vacancy – Project Manager at Search for Common Ground

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16/2008

April 11, 2008

Vacancy – Project Manager at Search for Common Ground

Search for Common Ground’s (SFCG) mission is to transform how individuals, organizations, and governments deal with conflict – away from adversarial approaches and toward cooperative solutions. SFCG started its operation in Nepal in early 2002 and has been working since that time to support the peace process by using an integrated approach of media, and community outreach and peace building activities.

SFCG is seeking highly motivated, committed and dynamic candidate for Project Manager.

Summary of Position

The Project Manager will be responsible for implementing SFCG’s democracy and constitution-building project in Nepal with the long-term goal to structurally transform the way that youth participate in the civic and political arena so that they play a substantial and positive role in supporting the peace and democratization process in Nepal. Specifically, the Project Manager will be responsible for working with partner organizations to design, manage, and monitor the project. The position will be based in Kathmandu and will include frequent travel to the field.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

· To work with the Director of Programmes and Community Peacebuilding Program Manager to coordinate and implement the projects;

· Develop contracts and manage partner organisations;

· Coordinate activities of the project staff;

· Work with youth leaders and political stakeholders to facilitate the participation of young people in the constitution building process;

· Build relationships with stakeholders at national and local levels;

· Work with the Director of Programs and Community Peacebuilding Programme Manager to develop mapping tools, leadership development, conflict transformation and peacebuilding training curriculum;

· Develop workshop/training curricula and facilitate trainings and workshops;

· Work closely with DM&E coordinator to gather information for monitoring of results;

· Write reports for ongoing projects;

· To perform all other duties as necessary.

Qualifications

· Dynamic, creative and entrepreneurial work style;

· Bachelor’s degree in related field;

· Demonstrated knowledge and experience on youth issues in Nepal;

· Demonstrated ability to build relationships and networks with youths and youth organisations from across geographical, caste, ethnic, and political lines;

· Demonstrated ability to develop workshop curricula and deliver trainings

· Minimum 2 years work experience managing or implementing projects and managing staffs

· Fluent in spoken and written English and Nepali,

To apply

Please send your resume with a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and appropriateness for the job and salary expectation by

email: sfcgnepal@sfcg.org

or fax: 01-5530171.

Application must be received by 15 April 2008.

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Pulchowk, Lalitpur, Nepal

(Next to Madan Smarak High School)

GPO Box 8975 EPC 1693

Phone: +977 – 1 – 2387714

Email: devinfoseries@gmail.com

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Vacancy – Project Manager at Search for Common Ground

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16/2008

April 11, 2008

Vacancy – Project Manager at Search for Common Ground

Search for Common Ground’s (SFCG) mission is to transform how individuals, organizations, and governments deal with conflict – away from adversarial approaches and toward cooperative solutions. SFCG started its operation in Nepal in early 2002 and has been working since that time to support the peace process by using an integrated approach of media, and community outreach and peace building activities.

SFCG is seeking highly motivated, committed and dynamic candidate for Project Manager.

Summary of Position

The Project Manager will be responsible for implementing SFCG’s democracy and constitution-building project in Nepal with the long-term goal to structurally transform the way that youth participate in the civic and political arena so that they play a substantial and positive role in supporting the peace and democratization process in Nepal. Specifically, the Project Manager will be responsible for working with partner organizations to design, manage, and monitor the project. The position will be based in Kathmandu and will include frequent travel to the field.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

· To work with the Director of Programmes and Community Peacebuilding Program Manager to coordinate and implement the projects;

· Develop contracts and manage partner organisations;

· Coordinate activities of the project staff;

· Work with youth leaders and political stakeholders to facilitate the participation of young people in the constitution building process;

· Build relationships with stakeholders at national and local levels;

· Work with the Director of Programs and Community Peacebuilding Programme Manager to develop mapping tools, leadership development, conflict transformation and peacebuilding training curriculum;

· Develop workshop/training curricula and facilitate trainings and workshops;

· Work closely with DM&E coordinator to gather information for monitoring of results;

· Write reports for ongoing projects;

· To perform all other duties as necessary.

Qualifications

· Dynamic, creative and entrepreneurial work style;

· Bachelor’s degree in related field;

· Demonstrated knowledge and experience on youth issues in Nepal;

· Demonstrated ability to build relationships and networks with youths and youth organisations from across geographical, caste, ethnic, and political lines;

· Demonstrated ability to develop workshop curricula and deliver trainings

· Minimum 2 years work experience managing or implementing projects and managing staffs

· Fluent in spoken and written English and Nepali,

To apply

Please send your resume with a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and appropriateness for the job and salary expectation by

email: sfcgnepal@sfcg.org

or fax: 01-5530171.

Application must be received by 15 April 2008.

Announcement for Internship – SNV

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15/2008

April 9, 2008

Announcement for Internship – SNV

Portfolio Office, Dharan

SNV Netherlands Development Organisation has been working in Nepal since 1980. SNV provides capacity building services to government, non-government and private sector organisations through teams of advisors. SNV Nepal specially focuses on ensuring inclusive basic services and income for excluded groups through cross-cutting theme Governance for Empowerment in the following sectors: Renewable Energy; Water, Sanitation and Hygiene; Pro-poor Sustainable Tourism; Forest Products and Small Holder Cash Crops. For more information, please visit our website: www.snvworld.org

SNV Nepal invites Nepali youths from marginalized and disadvantaged groups to apply for an internship programme. It aims to provide young members of socially excluded groups with practical working experience in professional environment and to promote diversity of workforce and inclusion within SNV Nepal. We expect that the intern becomes competitive in the job market through exposure to activities by SNV Nepal. The duration of internship will be from 01 May to 31 December 2008.

This position will be based in Panchthar with one of SNV client with travel to other Hill districts in Mechi and Koshi zones. The intern shall work with East Portfolio Renewable Energy advisor in (RE) team under the line management by Portfolio Coordinator. The intern will be provided with nominal monthly remuneration. Travel allowance will be paid as same as SNV staff during field visit. The intern will be covered by insurance policy of SNV Nepal

Major responsibilities

The intern is expected to undertake the following tasks:

- Support in capacity development process of clients working for Renewable Energy

- Support in collection, entry, processing and analysis of quantitative data on workforce diversity of clients

- Support in Research and Development (R&D) activities carried out by clients

- Support in knowledge development through collecting qualitative data for case studies and writing reports

Required conditions and competencies

- Graduated Bachelor level preferably in Renewable Energy

- Proficient in computer application including word processing in MS-Word, Excel, AutoCad

- Good oral and written communication skill both in Nepali and in English

- Available on full-time basis for eight months period from 1 May 2008

- Willingness for frequent field visit to remote areas

Interested and competent applicants are requested to submit 1) Application letter in English, 2) Curriculum Vitae (CV); and 3) Address of two referees.

Applications can be submitted through e-mail, post or hand delivered to the address mentioned below. The last date for submitting application is 18 April 2008. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview. SNV Nepal reserves the rights to reject any or all applications.

Women and people from disadvantaged group are encouraged to apply.

SNV Nepal Bakhundole, Lalitpur

P.O.Box 1966, Kathmandu

Email: nepal@snvworld.org

E-Promotion

Inspiring Leadership and Team Building – Training by Kabule – The Wise Leader

Venue: Kathmandu

Date: 1^st Module 4 to 6 May 2008

2^nd Module 8 to 10 May 2008

Kabule provides professional training and individual coaching and counseling for personal development.

For further details contact to:

kabule@mos.com.np

Vacancy Announcements for Executive Director

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8/2008

March 30, 2008

Vacancy Announcements for Executive Director

First date of publication: 28 March 2008

Application deadline: 15 April 2008

National Alliance for Human Rights and Social Justice- Nepal (Human Rights Alliance) is a coalition of Nepali non governmental human rights organizations dedicated to a cause of freedom, human rights, social justice and peace in Nepal. Human Rights Alliance undertakes human rights and social justice movements and has actively involved in advocacy, lobbying and campaign for the protection and promotion of HR. For further information, we encourage you to visit our URL at: www.hralliance.org.np. Currently, we are going to recruit an Executive Director to be based in Kathmandu.

The incumbent should have a proven track record and sound knowledge on different human rights issues with excellent interpersonal communication and networking skills for advocacy, lobbying and campaign, preferably hold a Masters Degree in Human Rights, Social Sciences or any other relevant disciplines. You should have at least three years work experience in similar fields, managing programmes, human and financial resources. A high level of competency in communication, reporting, projects financial management and facilitation skills is required. The candidate should be well versed on MS Word, Excel and Power Point. Good knowledge of both written and spoken English and Nepali is essential. You need to have the ability to learn and work independently with minimal supervision.

The post is initially for one year contract with possibility of extension over several years. Salary and other benefits will commensurate with experience and competency as per the rules of the organisation.

If you are a Nepali national, meet the above criteria and are interested to work with us, please send your most recent CV with a cover letter explaining why you are applying for this position to: alliance.ne…@vianet.com.np

We particularly encourage women, people of ethnic minority groups and Dalits to apply. Only short-listed candidates will be informed for written and oral interviews. Telephone inquiries are strictly discouraged, so please do not call us in this matter. HR Alliance is an equal opportunity organisation

Vacancy Announcement at BIJAM

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

                             

Student Awareness Forum (BIJAM), working in Bara Parsa & Makwanpur districts to combat HIV and AIDS and drug related issue is seeking appropriately experienced, dynamic, innovative and well-motivated Nepalese citizens for the following position. 1.  Post: CHBC Team Leader     Station: Birgunj Parsa     Required No: 1 (one)

     Required and Preferred qualifications experience & values:

PCL in general medicine (HA)/ I.Sc. Nursing + 1 year experience or Bachelor degree in any disciplined subject with 2 years experience in related field.  ResponsibilitiesThe incumbent is responsible for:1.   Lead the team for providing standard Community Home-based care to PLHA clients. 2     Maintain and work out cross referral relationship. 3.    Demonstrate supportive supervision & feedback to CHBC team.4.    Follow the Home visit steps as per SOP.5.   Arrange meetings to plan team visit.6.    Assist in performing different official tasks and preparing different reports.Other Requirements

• Excellent spoken and written communication skills in English & Nepali.  Bhojpuri will be an asset
• Ability to work with team and other NGOs
• Must be willing to travel for home visit.
• Good Computer skills in MS Office package

 Experience of working in  NGO and CBOs (Priority will be given to a person with different ability ( Disable), local female or PLHA with relevant work experience, qualification and knowledge)  2.  Post: Outreach Worker      Station: Birgunj, Parsa district     Required No: 1 (one) Required and Preferred qualifications experience & values: Certificate level in any disciplined subject or SLC passed with CMA course. At least 12 months experience in HIV & AIDS related field.  ResponsibilitiesThe incumbent is responsible for:1.    Involve in Outreach and follow up to the target group within designated working area and provide counseling services as per project procedures to target group. Conduct home visit for PLHA who request CHBC service.2.    Provide follow up support on time to the clients and work very closely with the local PLHA support group/organization.3.   Conduct training/event in field level. 4.   Supervise, monitor PEs activities, collect report and reflect in monthly and quarterly report. 5.   Attend regular team meeting to plan weekly schedule.6.   Identify STI patients and provide technical support or referral service. 7.   Assist in performing different official tasks and preparing different reports.Other Requirements

• Excellent spoken and written communication skills in Nepali but Bhojpuri will be an asset

• Ability to work with team and other NGOs
• Must be willing to travel for home visit.

 Experience of working in  NGO and CBOs (Priority will be given to a person with different ability ( Disable), Female, capable recovering drug users and PLHA with relevant work experience, qualification and knowledge)  3. Post: Admin./Finance Assistant      Station: Birgunj     Required No: 1 (one)     Required and Preferred qualifications experience & values: Certificate level in management/Commerce + 1 yr experience in related field.  ResponsibilitiesThe incumbent is responsible for:

1. To oversee financial transactions occurred during a project period and perform general office administrative functions.
2. Maintaining accurate financial record and advice on financial or accounting issues involving activities to ensure proper compliance with laws and accounting practices.
3. Preparation of consolidated financial statements
4. Supervision of Maintenance of books of accounts and finalization of the accounts
5. Preparation of the quarterly and annual financial results of the project
6. Assist in performing different official tasks and preparing different reports.

 Other Requirements

• Excellent spoken and written communication skills in English and Nepali Languages but Bhojpuri will be an asset
• Good Computer skills in MS Office package
• Ability to work independently on several tasks with minimum supervision

 Experience of working in  NGO and CBOs (Priority will be given to a person with different ability ( Disable), Female, capable recovering drug users and PLHA with relevant work experience, qualification and knowledge)  Applications with bio-data should be submitted not later than 25^th March 2008By email to bijam@wlink.com.np or in a sealed envelope to -The chair person, recruitment committee, BIJAM, Panitanki-10, Birgunj, NepalOnly short-listed candidates will be called for the selection tests. Telephone call is strongly prohibited. The committee retains the right to accept or reject any or all application without giving the reasons whatsoever.