Communications Associate

Vacancy Announcement

Practical Action exists to change the systems that keep people in poverty and vulnerable to the impacts of climate change, nature loss and pollution. We work alongside communities to build resilient livelihoods and thriving, inclusive societies.

Practical Action invites applications for the position of Communications Associate to work for Practical Action Office Nepal. The position holder will be based in Kathmandu. 

About the role

We are looking for a competent Communications Associate to support the overall areas of communications in achieving Practical Action's programme goals and business growth in Nepal, and within the Asia Region. The role contributes to implementing communications strategies and project communication plans, producing high-quality content and knowledge products, managing digital platforms, and supporting fundraising and business development. This includes adapting programme evidence and stories for diverse audiences across Asia and beyond.

About you

You are eager and enthusiastic about working in challenging situations. You have proven experience in communications and journalism. You have written blogs, articles, and case studies for websites and digital platforms. Additionally, you have a good understanding of photography and videography, as well as an understanding of editing tools.

Why join us?

The opportunity to work with an organisation that is making a positive difference to the lives of people worldwide, a friendly and supportive culture, working with values-driven and highly engaged colleagues, work life balance and flexible working – these are just some of the reasons we think Practical Action is a great place to work.

In addition, we offer the following benefits alongside the Social Security Fund benefits in Nepal:

• Annual holiday entitlement of 18 days in addition to public holidays
• Agile working arrangements 
• Flexible lactating hours for new mothers, and appropriate arrangements for caretakers

We treat all applications for employment fairly, regardless of gender, race, religion, ethnicity, nationality, caste, tribe, belief, age, marital status, pregnancy, caring responsibilities, sexual orientation, or disability.

Practical Action is committed to safeguarding and protecting children and vulnerable adults, and candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks including criminal checks and terrorist financing. To ensure that Practical Action meets its obligations of safer recruitment, appointment to positions within Practical Action will be subject to a satisfactory criminal check. Criminal checks will be conducted for all roles.

Interested candidates can download detailed job description form from www.practicalaction.org/jobs.

Submit a cover letter along with the duly filled standard application form to Human.Resource@practicalaction.org.np by 5 May 2026.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further process.