Field Facilitator

CALL FOR FIELD FACILITATOR

Project: SAFER-Chaudhar – Smart and Accessible Flood Early Response through Community Hydrometric Monitoring

Implementing Organization: IHRR in coordination with NNSWA

Location: Beldandi Rural Municipality, Kanchanpur District, Nepal

Duration: Short-term project assignment (5 months)

Background 

Institute of Himalayan Risk Reduction (IHRR) is implementing the SAFER-Chaudhar project to strengthen community-based flood early warning systems through citizen science approaches and low-cost hydrometeorological monitoring tools. The project focuses on improving flood preparedness, enhancing community participation, and strengthening coordination with local governments and disaster management committees.

To support effective field-level implementation, IHRR invites applications from motivated and qualified candidates to serve as Field Facilitator based in Beldandi Rural Municipality.

Number of position: 1 (Field Facilitator)

Scope of Work

The Field Facilitator will support day-to-day field implementation of project activities and community coordination.

Key responsibilities include:

• Mobilizing community members and coordinating with ward offices, LDMCs, schools, and local stakeholders
• Supporting identification, training, and coordination of citizen scientists
• Assisting installation and basic maintenance of low-cost monitoring tools (rain gauges and staff gauges)
• Supporting community meetings, sensitization events, and awareness programs
• Acting as a liaison between communities, local government, and the project team
• Maintaining field activity records, photographs, attendance sheets, and progress documentation
• Supporting monitoring, reporting, and documentation in coordination with the project team
• Ensuring Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) and safeguarding principles are followed during field activities

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

Education

Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Environmental Studies, Disaster Risk Reduction, Geography, or related fields

Experience

• Minimum 2 years of experience working in community-based projects related to disaster risk reduction, climate adaptation, or development sectors
• Experience working in flood-prone or rural settings will be an added advantage

Technical & Field Skills

• Strong facilitation and community mobilization skills
• Familiarity with local government structures and LDMCs
• Ability to use smartphones and basic digital reporting tools
• Knowledge of local languages is highly desirable

Other Requirements

• Valid two-wheeler driving license with willingness to travel within project areas
• Ability to work independently in field settings
• Strong communication skills and professional work ethics

Availability

• Must be available for full-time engagement during the project period
• Willingness to travel frequently within Beldandi Rural Municipality and surrounding areas

Supervision & Performance Evaluation

• The Field Facilitator will work under the direct supervision of the Project Coordinator and technical guidance from IHRR’s Flood/EWS experts
• Performance will be assessed based on deliverables, quality of community engagement, reporting standards, and adherence to project timelines

Compensation

• Compensation will be provided as per IHRR’s project staffing policy and contract agreement
• Payment will be processed on a monthly basis based on performance and deliverable completion

Application Process

Interested candidates are requested to apply through the following Google Form:

Apply Link: Google Form

Detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for this position can be accessed here: TOR 

Equal Opportunity

IHRR is an equal opportunity organization. Women, persons from marginalized communities, and disadvantaged groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Note: We will be reviewing applications on a rolling-basis for this position. Incomplete applications will not be processed. Selection will be based on eligibility, availability, and performance during training. No telephone calls will be entertained and any other direct or indirect solicitation may lead to disqualification of the candidacy.  The organization reserves right to reject any/all applications without assigning any reason.Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.