Practical Action is an INGO which aims to reduce poverty through wider use of appropriate technologies in developing countries. It works in more than 45 countries through its offices in Bangladesh, Bolivia, India, Kenya, Nepal, Peru, Rwanda, Sri Lanka, Sudan and Zimbabwe. Practical Action seeks to recruit a Project Officer to work with the Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Change Programme team.
Bachelors degree in Disaster Risk Reduction, Climate Change, Social Science or any related development subject with at least five years of experience in similar capacities OR Master degree with 3 year experience. Proven experience of participatory approaches in programme/project development and implementation including technical writing skills with strong communication, analytical and research skills is a must.
| Date of expiry | 28th Apr |
| Salary | - |
| Location | Saptari, Nepal |
| Full/Part time | Full Time |
| Permanent/temporary | Permanent |
The incumbent will work under the Zurich funded Global Flood Resilience Project and report to the Project Manager. S/he will be responsible to implement and monitor project activities, make field assessments, identify gaps, develop knowledge materials, prepare reports and network with stakeholders.
For further detail on the job description
Job Application Form_Project Officer_GFRP_Nepal (April 2016)
Job Description_Project Officer_GFRP_Nepal (April 2016)
All interested candidates should submit the duly filled standard application form (click the download tab) with a cover letter by email at HR@practicalaction.org.np no later than 27 April 2016 mentioning the position applied for in the subject line.
Female candidates and candidates from marginalised groups are encouraged to apply.
Practical Action is an international non-governmental organisation (NGO) that uses technology to challenge poverty in developing countries.Practical Action is a registered charity in the UK and a company limited by guarantee, under the direction of a Board of Trustees. The senior management team, which has executive responsibilities, is called the Strategy Leadership Team (SLT) and it comprises the Chief Executive and twelve Directors, including seven Country and Regional Directors.