CAREER OPPORTUNITY
SOS Children’s Villages Nepal, a non-governmental social development organisation, supports children without parental care and families in difficult living conditions through services in care, education, health and emergency relief. We advocate for the rights of children and young people, in alliance with a great diversity of partners. We offer a secure and friendly work environment and are committed to safeguarding the rights of children by having zero tolerance policy in this regard. We are further committed to providing a safe environment for coworkers and children, young people and adults with whom we work, where human rights are respected and upheld, and healthy relations are fostered by building organisational systems, capacity, and awareness on our Child Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct. We are now looking for interested and qualified individuals for the various positions within the National Office, Lahan municipality (Siraha district), Karjanha municipality (Siraha district) and one municipality in Dhanusha district to implement Community-Based Family Strengthening Programmes (CBFSPs) in Siraha and Dhanusha districts.
Job positions:
Project Coordinator
Required No.: (2): One position in each municipality
Working stations:
- Lahan municipality (1)
- One municipality in Dhanusha district (1)
The Project Coordinator holds a pivotal role in overseeing the Community-based Family Strengthening Programme (CBFSP). This position requires robust organisational, leadership, and interpersonal skills, coupled with a profound understanding of the programme’s core areas. This role demands effective implementation of CBFSP in collaboration with diverse stakeholders and the ability to adapt and provide solutions in dynamic situations.
Key performance areas and main responsibilities:
- Collaborates with stakeholders, including the Programme Coordinator to develop and align the programme plan, ensuring alignment with CBFSP objectives.
- Takes charge of and supports activity planning and implementation at the municipality level through effective communication with local stakeholders.
- Manages budget planning and staff administration, facilitates the establishment of a robust monitoring and evaluation framework, and prepares comprehensive progress reports for timely submission.
- Provides technical guidance to coworkers and addresses capacity building needs for effective implementation of the programme.
- Establishes and maintains relationships with government agencies, community leaders, and stakeholders.
Qualification, experience and skills:
- Minimum Master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., development studies, social sciences, public health, education, employability/entrepreneurship, etc.) with at least a second division or equivalent from a recognised university.
- Minimum of five years of experience in programme management and coordination, focusing on child development, child protection, education, livelihood, WASH, health, nutrition, and local governance.
- Demonstrated expertise in policies, regulations, and frameworks related to children, including alternative care guidelines, alongside a proven track record in local-level stakeholder engagement, partnership building, and resource mobilisation.
- Excellent communication skills in English and Nepali, proficiency in computer applications, including report-writing abilities.
- Excellent leadership, interpersonal skills, and a positive attitude.
- Preference will be given to candidates having a two–wheeler license.
Project Officer
Required no.: (6) : Two positions in each municipality
Working stations:
- Lahan municipality (2)
- Karjanha municipality (2)
- One municipality in Dhanusha district (2)
The Project Officer, under the leadership of the Project Coordinator, supports the planning and execution of the Community-Based Family Strengthening Programme (CBFSP). This position entails coordinating and implementing field-level activities in collaboration with Community Mobilisers to achieve programme goals and adhere to timelines.
Key performance areas and main responsibilities:
- Supports the Project Coordinator in planning, implementing, and monitoring of programme activities at the municipality level. This includes developing and maintaining family development plans for target families, as well as coordinating service delivery.
- Maintains consistent communication with target children and families, organises and manages community mobilisers, and ensures regular collection and management of documentation updates.
- Collaborates with local networks and advocacy groups to advocate for the rights of targeted children.
- Compiles monthly progress reports in consultation with community mobilisers.
- Stays updated on project activities and changes in policies related to children at national, provincial, and local levels to ensure alignment and compliance within the programme’s scope.
Qualification, experience and skills:
- Minimum Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., development studies, social sciences, public health, education, employability/entrepreneurship, etc.) with at least a second division or equivalent from a recognised university.
- Minimum of three years of experience in community-level programme implementation.
- Excellent communication skills in English and Nepali, proficiency in computer applications, including report-writing abilities.
- Preference will be given to candidates who understand the local language.
- Excellent leadership, interpersonal skills, and a positive attitude.
- Preference will be given to candidates having a two–wheeler license.
Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
Required No.: (3) : One position in each municipality
Working stations:
- Lahan municipality (1)
- Karjanha municipality (1)
- One municipality in Dhanusha district (1)
The Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Officer, under the direct supervision of the Project Coordinator, plays a vital role in overseeing and ensuring the effectiveness and efficiency of a programme. This position involves diverse responsibilities focusing on tracking, assessing, and reporting programme results to ensure the programme achievements align with set objectives.
Key performance areas and main responsibilities:
- Develops and implements a comprehensive Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) framework aligned with project objectives and indicators, creating detailed plans for data collection methodologies and tools.
- Establishes data collection systems, oversees regular gathering of both quantitative and qualitative data from diverse sources, ensures proper storage and security, and analyses findings for insights and improvement areas.
- Prepares periodic progress reports based on M&E findings, tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) for each programme component to support the periodic progress reports.
- Facilitates orientation and supervises the data collection tasks by coworkers at the municipality level.
Qualification, experience and skills:
- Minimum Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., development studies, social sciences, public health, education, employability/entrepreneurship, economics, etc.) with at least a second division or equivalent from a recognised university.
- Minimum of three years of experience in the monitoring and evaluation sector.
- Excellent communication skills in English and Nepali, proficiency in computer applications, and skilled in using computers for data analysis.
- Preference will be given to candidates who understand the local language.
- Excellent leadership, interpersonal skills, and a positive attitude.
- Preference will be given to candidates having a two–wheeler license.
Admin and Finance Officer
Required no.: (2): One position in each municipality
Working stations:
- Karjanha municipality (1)
- One municipality in Dhanusha district (1)
The Admin and Finance Officer, under the supervision of the Project Coordinator, maintains financial discipline through proper accounting. This role involves preparing financial reports, managing day-to-day transactions, conducting budget analysis, and overseeing budget control and monitoring.
Key performance areas and main responsibilities:
- Oversees office operations, including logistics for field visits, management of correspondence, and facility maintenance.
- Supports to organise programme events, and oversees budget preparation, financial transactions, statements, payroll, and coworkers’ benefits.
- Maintains records, ensures compliance with local tax laws, files tax returns, and monitors cash flow for financial stability.
- Manages office supplies, implements security measures, analyses financial data for insights, and handles petty cash and reimbursements.
Qualification, experience and skills:
- Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Business Studies, Business Management, or a related field with specialisation in Financial Management, with at least a second division or equivalent from a recognised university.
- Minimum of three years of work experience in a similar role, emphasising administrative responsibilities.
- Proficiency in office management, organisational operations, and D365 software.
- Excellent communication skills in English and Nepali, proficiency in computer applications
- Preference will be given to candidates who understand the local language.
- Excellent leadership, interpersonal skills, and a positive attitude.
- Preference will be given to candidates having a two–wheeler license.
Finance Coordinator
Required No.: (1)
Working station:
- National Office, Sanothimi, Bhaktapur
The Finance Coordinator, under the direct supervision of the Programme Coordinator and matrix supervision of the Head of Finance, ensures financial accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with relevant laws and standards. This role involves preparing financial reports, coordinating with project finance, conducting budget analysis, and overseeing budget control and monitoring.
Key performance areas and main responsibilities:
- Ensures financial transactions are accurately recorded and entered into the accounting systems.
- Analyzes financial data and creates financial reports.
- Coordinates with project finance to compile and interpret financial data.
- Assists in the preparation of yearly audits and provides necessary financial data.
- Ensures compliance with financial regulations and standards.
Qualification, experience and skills:
- Minimum Master’s degree in Business Administration, Business Studies, Business Management, or a related field with the specialisation in Financial Management, with at least a second division or equivalent from a recognised university.
- Minimum of five years of work experience in a similar role, emphasising administrative responsibilities.
- Proficiency in office management, organisational operations, and D365 software.
- Excellent communication skills in English and Nepali, proficiency in computer applications
- Excellent leadership, interpersonal skills, and a positive attitude.
- Preference will be given to candidates having a two–wheeler license.
For all above-mentioned positions, candidates must be Nepali citizens.
Salary and other benefits: As per the policies of the organisation.
Interested candidates are requested to apply with a Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, Copies of Academic Certificates, (equivalence from relevant government agencies if studied out of Nepal), Copy of Citizenship Certificate, a passport size photo and Employment Application Form (mandatory document to be downloaded from www.sosnepal.org.np/careers) to: vacancy@sosnepal.org.np by 5: 00 pm, March 28, 2024.
SOS Children’s Villages Nepal reserves the right to reject any or all the applications without assigning any reason whatsoever. SOS Children’s Villages Nepal follows the Inclusive Policy and therefore encourages women, people with disabilities, people of ethnic minorities and marginalised communities to apply.
