Community Facilitator (Agriculture Technician)-2 (100% Field based)

Society for Integrated Allied Nepal (SIAN)

Kathmandu Metropolitan City-10, Bijulibazar

Vacancy Announcement

Vacancy Published Date: November 5, 2025

Position Title: Community Facilitator (Agriculture Technician)-2 (100% Field based)

Organization: Society for Integrated Allied Nepal (SIAN)

Location: Siraha (Dhangadhimai Municipality and Naraha RM)-1 and Saptari (Agnisair Krishnasavaran RM and Saptakoshi Municipality)-1

Reporting To: Program Manager/Agriculture and Marketing Officer

Background:

The Society for Integrated Allied Nepal (SIAN) is a national NGO that was established in 2004 with the aim of promoting inclusive development, democracy, and human resource development by addressing health and nutrition, WASH, education, and access to opportunities for local communities. SIAN is an autonomous, non- political, and non-profit organization run by representatives of civil society and development professionals who actively work in rural development, health and nutrition, WASH, GEDSI, Climate change, Social Inclusion, education, human rights, inclusive democracy, child rights, livelihood, gender, and environmental issues. SIAN is committed to community-driven solutions that address the challenges faced by marginalized populations and promote sustainable development.

In consortium with CARE Nepal, iDE Nepal and MAP International, SIAN is going to implement the Mother and Child Wellbeing (MCW) project in partnership with iDE Nepal in Four municipalities and rural municipalities of Siraha (Dhangadhimai Municipality and Naraha RM) and Saptari (Agnisair Krishnasavaran RM and Saptakoshi Municipality) leveraging the extensive technical and managerial expertise in executing Agriculture, Livelihood/income generation and Market enterprises related activities.

In this connection, Society for Integrated Allied Nepal (SIAN) invites application from the deserving candidate for the following positions for Mother and Child Wellbeing (MCW) Project who meets the detailed criteria.

Job Summary:

The Community Facilitator (Agriculture Technician) will play a vital role in social mobilization and providing technical support to the farmer's and Community Business Facilitators for the implementation of activities in the field to achieve the objectives stated in the project document inconsistent with the strategic direction of SIAN thereby making a major contribution to the development and articulation of the organization’s objectives. The Community Facilitator will report to the Agriculture and Marketing officer and work in close coordination with the consortium partner's staff in the field. The Community Facilitator will be responsible for carrying out the activity implementation with the highest degree of targeted community engagement and building relationships with like-minded stakeholders for the smooth implementation of project interventions.  

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead in the smooth implementation of the project activities in the field as per activity implementation guidelines mobilizing CBF, lead farmers, HMG and relevant stakeholders providing necessary support in community mobilization for enterprise development and establishment and expansion of climate-smart technology/post-harvest technologies for sustainable livelihoods.   
• Link with financial institutions to provide financial products by conducting orientations at local level
• Ensure effective and efficient implementation of the community mobilization for carrying out the project activities in a timely manner through Social Behavior Change Communication.  
• Prepare, participate, and conduct training, and workshops, and support the project coordinator for the establishment of Community learning Centers (CLCs), development of TVC enterprises and so on.
• Ensure quality delivery of project activities/inputs as planned way and perform regular field visits to ensure the smooth implementation of project activities in the field. 
• Support in the development of required technical manuals, guidelines, and resource materials for community mobilization and conduction of technical training and workshops related to climate-smart agriculture practices and introducing climate-smart technology. 
• Support to admin and finance department for proper management of financial transactions referring to the compliances.
• Support to Agriculture and Marketing Officer in documentation and compilation of quantitative data and qualitative information from the field.  
• Work closely maintaining the professional relationship with the local government, lead farmers, Community Business Facilitators, and relevant stakeholders.
• Promotion of a conductive environment through networking and workshops with stakeholders involving public, and private partnerships (PPP), including ward-level and municipal-level government.  

Qualifications and Experiences:

• Intermediate in Agriculture Science with 3 years of relevant experience in working with I/NGOs in similar fields or Junior Technical/Assistant in Agriculture with 5 years of relevant experience in working with I/NGOs in similar fields. 
• Well familiar with the locality and communities of working palikas of Siraha and Saptari districts will be an advantage.
• Proven knowledge and experience in project activities planning, and implementation, database recording, and reporting.  
• Strong willingness to work with diverse communities, lead farmers' groups, and marginalized communities. 
• Proven knowledge and experience in working with consortium organizations and government authorities.
• Report writting skills and data collection using the applications. 
• Good communication skills with communities and stakeholders.
• Two-wheeler driving license is mandatory for the candidates

Terms and Conditions:

Contract Type: Full-time, renewable based on performance and availability of fund

Duration: Initially 7 months with applicable probation period 

Salary and benefits: Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications and Standard benefits package according to SIAN’s organizational policies 

Preferred Requirement: Candidate from target district, previous experience in the similar role

Application Process:

Interested candidates, who meet the above requirements, are requested to send an application letter clearly stating the applied position & expected basic salary and an updated CV with 2 references to recruitment@sian.org.np. The deadline to apply for the above position is 5:00 PM, 11th of November, 2025. Please mention the district that you are applying for in the subject line.

Additional Information:

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the selection process and preference will be given to local candidates from the mentioned district/palika.

Telephone inquiries will not be entertained.

Any attempt to influence the selection process will lead to automatic disqualification.

SIAN is committed to diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from women, individuals from marginalized groups, and those with diverse backgrounds.

SIAN has zero tolerance toward sexual exploitation, abuse, harassment, or any form of misconduct. All staff are expected to adhere to our safeguarding policies.

SIAN reserves the right to reject any or all applications without assigning any reason.