Head of Project

Welthungerhilfe
Location: Nepal
Salary: Negotiable
Posted Date: 2017-12-03 Deadline: 2017-12-09
  • Location : Nepal
  • Working Position : Entry Level
  • Qualification Degree : Master in Agricultural Science
  • Salary : Negotiable
  • Category : NGO / INGO / Social work
  • Nature : Full Time
Job Description

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The position is based in Kolti, Bajura district with at least 60% field visits in both Bajura and Mugu districts. The position reports to Program (Sector) Manager – Food Security, Livelihoods, and Nutrition; and will visit WHH Kathmandu Country-Office when needed.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Together with local partners, in close coordination with local stakeholders and with respective line manager, the position is overall responsible for and expected to manage the project “Strengthening Food and Nutrition Security Resilience of Disadvantaged Population Groups in Mugu and Bajura Districts” at field level. This also includes partner facilitation, efficient and timely implementation of project according to detailed implementation and budget planning, ensuring the success of the project as per MEAL framework and project’s log-frame, and contributing to further development and expansion of the country programme, particularly in far-mid western regions.

Specific responsibilities include:

  • Supervise assessments and baseline/mid-line/end-line studies in coordination with implementing partners.
  • Analyze technical data including appropriate governance, market and food and nutrition security indicators to direct program implementation priorities.
  • Ensure application of MEAL framework in project, including periodic progress review and recommend adjustment as necessary.
  • Responsible for results-based program and budget monitoring with regular field visits.
  • Ensure field level project documentation and narrative/financial reporting according to donor and WHH regulations and report to Program Manager to reflect achievements of the project targets.
  • Provide regular and reliable narrative and financial reports reflecting lessons learned 
  • Contribute to development of program implementation approaches and strategies in line with overall Welthungerhilfe Country Program.
  • Ensure integration of good governance, RBA and GESI throughout the project cycle.
  • Ensure gender sensitive key food and nutrition practices are addressed and define an appropriate communications strategy to promote safe practices.
  • Coordinate, network and develop cooperation with Rural Municipalities/Municipalities/district level authorities, I/NGOs at provincial and regional government institutes, private sectors, thematic networks and other relevant stakeholders.
  • Attend and represent WHH in relevant meetings at local, district, provincial and national level.
  • Ensure project implementation is in line with governmental regulations/ procedures (e.g. site selection) and do not duplicate activities proposed or carried out by GoN or other organizations.
  • Collect and document best practices, case studies, stories and photos.
  • Work together with other WHH partners in the district to ensure maximum synergy.
  • Ensure adherence to Core Humanitarian Standards (CHS) in project implementation.
  • Ensure transparency, complain response mechanism and inclusiveness in information management.
  • Any other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Country Director.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The following are the MUST requirements of the position:

  • Master in Agricultural Science with at least five years of professional experience in a similar position, or Bachelor of Agricultural Science with at least ten years of experience.
  • Knowledge on, and sound technical understanding of good governance and citizen empowerment, agro-based value chain and private sector development, and nutrition awareness and promotion is required.
  • Excellent in written and spoken English and Nepali languages.
  • Excellent report writing, case study formulation, and inter-personal communication skills.
  • Familiarity to work with website, online/offline gadgets & intranet applications incl. social media.
  • Excellent coordination and facilitation skills
  • Ability to integrate gender issues and right based approaches within a conservative environment and indigenous community setting
  • Creative, flexible and pro-active, willingness to learn and to share knowledge.
  • Willingness to work in the field, with overnight stays (village level)
  • Valid Driver’s License, able to ride a motorcycle in rural environment.

The below requirements are DESIRABLE and will be a plus for the position:

  • Degree in management or social work.
  • Target area local languages and German language is an asset.
  • Excellent knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel and Power point), and GIS skills
  • Good working knowledge of modern communication technology.
  • Knowledge and experience of digital-based (smart-phone) based data collection and analysis.
  • Works well in and promotes teamwork, comfortable in a multi-cultural environment, flexible and able to work well under pressure and in response to changing needs.
  • Political and cultural awareness and sensitivity.
  • Able to take initiative, self-motivated/independently working
  • Organized personality

SALARY AND DURATION:

Gross monthly salary including provident fund is NPR 96,648 and will be increased to NPR 116,044 after satisfactory completion of probation period of six months. We also provide a remoteness allowance of NPR 10,000 per month and benefits like festival allowance and gratuity. The staff member will be also covered by group personal accident insurance and family medical expense for four immediate family members including the staff member. We also provide annual leave of 24 days.

The position is expected to be needed at least for total project duration of 36 months, and based on the performance, project continuation and funding availability, it can go for longer duration.

Apply Instructions

Interested candidates are requested to submit the cover letter and CV at recruitment.nepal@welthungerhilfe.de by mentioning the position applying for at the subject line. There is no application deadline as such and the position will be fulfilled as earliest as possible when the appropriate candidate is found/ finalized. WHH Nepal is an equal opportunity employer, hence female and marginalized groups are encouraged to apply. Telephone enquiry is not entertained. The recruitment process includes both written and interview tests, and selection will be made based on position’s competency criteria scores.

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