Vacancy Announcement from Nepal Development Research Institute
Admin and Finance Assistant
NDRI is an independent, non-profit institution, a leading think tank in Nepal dedicated to address the contemporary and emerging challenges through quality research for evidence-based policy and programming. Established in 2004, NDRI comprises of an interdisciplinary team of experts with highest academic standings, and wealth of national and international experiences. NDRI focuses on creating opportunities for research, dialogue and collaboration.
NDRI works on 4 thematic areas: (i) Livelihood and Food Security; (ii) Water and Climate; (iii) Health, Education, and Environment; and (iv) Economic Growth and Development and 2 cross-cutting areas: (a) Disaster Risk Management and (b) Gender Equality and Social Inclusion.
As a part of the NDRI’s Admin and Finance team, the incumbent will work under the direct guidance of the Admin and Finance Officer, and general supervision of the Executive Director. S/he will to be stationed at NDRI office located at Sanepa, Lalitpur, Nepal, but may require to travel occasionally to the study/project locations. Initial contract will be for one year, including two-month probation period, with the possibility of annual extension depending on candidate’s performance and availability of funds.
The applicants are required to submit the application documents via this Google form no later than 30 October 2024, Wednesday before 5:00 pm Nepal Standard Time.
Required Qualification and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in an administrative and finance role.
- Knowledge of accounting software (Tally) and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Pleasant personality and team worker with good command of both English and Nepali languages.
Detailed Terms of Reference (ToR) can be downloaded here:
Note:
- Application via email and/or hardcopy will not be entertained. Above Google Form should be used for submission.
- Multiple submission of documents will be disqualified.
- Please clearly mention the position in the subject of the Cover letter as ‘Application for the Post of Admin and Finance Assistant’
- Cover Letter should be
Signed with contact details
Addressed to the Executive Director of NDRI
Provided with an expected salary
Shortlisted candidates will be informed for further assessment and interview.
