Communications Associate

JOB DESCRIPTION

Kopila Valley Sewa Samaj

Communications Associate

About Kopila Valley Sewa Samaj (KVSS)

“A world where every child is safe, educated, loved”

Kopila Valley Sewa Samaj (KVSS) established in 2007, is a non-governmental, apolitical, and not for profit organization. Our mission is to change the world by empowering Nepal's children. We do this by providing quality education, a safe environment, and through inspiring others while putting the children first, strengthening families and our communities. Most at-risk and disadvantaged children are provided with inclusive quality education at Kopila Valley School (KVS), one of the greenest schools in Nepal, made from the earth and nestled on a campus with a commitment to building sustainable programs. Along with lifelong gift education to the disadvantaged children, we support their family members to improve their living standards and make it sustainable through holistic programs ranging from children’s home, health and wellness through women empowerment to career guidance/counseling, and scholarships for further studies. Environmental sustainability is one of the guiding principles and a way of life whateve

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Communications Associate will play a key role in helping us tell the story of our work. This position supports the creation and distribution of content that advances our mission, engages diverse audiences, and strengthens the visibility of our work across multiple platforms.

This is a dynamic, hands-on role that blends storytelling, content creation, visual media management, and administrative support. The Communications Associate will collaborate across teams—whether in Nepal or with the U.S.-based team—helping ensure smooth internal communication, accurate record-keeping, and consistent, inspiring external messaging.

This position is ideal for someone eager to grow their skills in nonprofit communications, content creation, and organizational storytelling, while contributing to work that puts children, women, and families at the center.

We recruit on a rolling basis

REQUIREMENTS

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Content Creation and Storytelling
2. Visual Media Management
3. Communications Support and Administration

DETAILED RESPONSIBILITIES

The Communications Associate will be mainly responsible for overseeing the following areas of responsibility:

Content Creation & Storytelling

• Support the collection and creation of high-quality content (photos, videos, stories) that showcases our work and impact.
• Conduct interviews with students, staff, families, and community members to develop human-interest stories, blog posts, and reports.
• Draft and edit written materials including blog posts, newsletters, and internal updates.
• Collaborate on social media content by contributing ideas, photos, captions, and stories that align with organizational goals.
• Assist with developing presentations, reports, and communication materials for donors, partners, and government stakeholders.

Visual Media Management

• Serve as a point-of-contact for photography and videography needs across the organization.
• Capture and edit photos and videos of events, programs, and day-to-day moments, following organizational guidelines and consent processes.
• Organize, store, and maintain a digital archive of visual media assets in an accessible, secure system.

Communications Support & Administration

• Assist in preparing press materials, fact sheets, brochures, and reports.
• Manage content and administration for Kopila Buds program.
• Support internal communication processes by coordinating with program teams to ensure timely sharing of updates and materials.
• Help translate and edit documents from Nepali to English and vice versa, as needed.
• Contribute to program documentation and reporting, including summaries of events, workshops, and training.
• Provide logistical support for communications initiatives, such as coordinating media visits, managing photo consents, and liaising with contractors or vendors.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Build strong relationships with team members across departments to ensure communication needs are met effectively.
• Act as a bridge between program teams in Nepal and the communications and development teams in the U.S., ensuring stories and updates flow smoothly across the organization.
• Stay informed about campus events and program activities to proactively identify storytelling opportunities.

KEY CHARACTERISTICS AND SKILLS

• Storytelling mindset: You believe in the power of stories to inspire change.
• Attention to detail: You ensure that all communications are accurate, clear, and compelling.
• Initiative-taker: You’re proactive, resourceful, and willing to pitch in where needed.
• Adaptability: You thrive in a dynamic environment and are flexible in your approach.
• Strong communicator: You are comfortable engaging with people from diverse backgrounds, from students to government officials.
• Technical skills: Familiarity with photography, videography, content management, and office productivity tools (Google Workspace, Canva, etc.)
• Bilingual proficiency: Fluency in English and Nepali is strongly preferred.

Interested in joining?

If you think this career opportunity will amplify your career growth, we encourage you to apply by clicking “Apply for the Job” and submit all required documents. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for further screening process. No telephone inquiries will be entertained. We accept and screen applications on a rolling basis.