Emergency Response Coordinator

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT 

Mercy Corps is a leading global organization powered by the belief that a better world is possible. In a disaster, in hardship, in more than 40 countries around the world, we partner to put bold solutions into action - helping people triumph over adversity and build stronger communities from within. Now, and for the future. Mercy Corps has been operating in Nepal since 2005, implementing programs in food security, agriculture, market development, financial services, youth engagement, climate change adaptation and disaster risk reduction. We take a systems-based approach in our programming, with the aim of improving the lives and potential of vulnerable individuals and communities across Nepal.

Applications are invited from interested, committed and dynamic Nepali nationals for the following positions:

1. Position: Emergency Response Coordinator -1

Duty Station- Nuwakot, Nepal

General position Summary:  The Response Coordinator will offer technical assistance to the project, supporting the emergency response for the flooding in Rauswa, Nuwakot and Dhading and will collaborate closely with the implementing and technical partners, as well as the Financial Service Provider. The coordinator will also establish strong relationships with humanitarian actors, agencies active in the targeted municipality and districts, and government officials to ensure the quality of project interventions, focusing mainly on the timely completion of activities within the given timeframe, avoiding sporadic distribution of support, and providing comprehensive support to selected households to meet multiple needs.

Required Qualification and skills: Bachelor’s degree in development studies, environmental science, Social Science, or any other relevant fields with at least 5 years’ experience of humanitarian/emergency response, recovery and inclusion. The candidate should have experience in cash and voucher assistance, including knowledge of digital cash transfer options, as well as experience in partnerships and coordination with stakeholders at local and provincial levels. A strong understanding of humanitarian contexts, coordination systems, standards, principles, and accountability initiatives in Nepal is also required.

For detailed Job description and to apply visit Mercy Corps Nepal Vacancies by COB September 10, 2026. 

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the position may be filled before the closing date. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply at the earliest. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for the interview process.

Mercy Corps promotes workforce diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.