Executive Director

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Background

Esther Benjamin Memorial Foundation (EBMF) is a non-governmental social organisation established in 2007 with a vision to enable every child to exercise their rights for their well-being. Since its establishment, the organisation has been rescuing and reintegrating children with their families from various challenging circumstances. We are looking for an experienced and dedicated individual to join us as the Executive Director at our head office in Lalitpur.

Job Description

Position: Executive Director

Reports to: EBMF Governance Board/Country Director, CRN 

Location: Esther Benjamin Memorial Foundation Office, Bagdol-4, Lalitpur

Job Purpose

The Executive Director will have a decisive role in effectively leading and managing the organization's operational and strategic activities. This position carries the responsibility of ensuring the efficiency and effectiveness of all programs, with a special focus on delivering high-quality services to children and young people in accordance with the organization's policies. The Executive Director will provide comprehensive leadership and management of programs, administration, and day-to-day operations while actively upholding the organization's mission and core values.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Leadership: Provide visionary leadership to the organization, develop and implement strategic plans, and ensure alignment with the organisation's mission and goals.
2. Program Development and Management: Oversee the design, development, and implementation of child protection programs, ensuring they are effective, impactful, and aligned with best practices and standards.
3. Financial Management: Ensure sound financial management practices, including budgeting, financial reporting, and compliance with donor requirements and legal regulations.
4. Fundraising and Resource Mobilization: Develop and implement fundraising strategies to secure financial resources for the organisation's programs and initiatives, including grant hunting, development of MOU and Program Agreement, and partnership development. 
5. Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration: Build and maintain relationships with government agencies, I/NGOs, community partners, and other stakeholders to foster collaboration, advocate for child protection, and leverage resources.
6. Advocacy and Policy Influence: Advocate for policies and practices that promote the rights and well-being of children, actively engage in child protection networks and influence decision-makers at local, national, and international levels. Documentation of essential resource materials and records. 
7. Team Leadership and Management: Provide effective leadership to the organisation's staff, promoting a positive work culture, fostering professional growth and development, and ensuring efficient team management.
8. Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning: Establish monitoring and evaluation systems to assess the impact and effectiveness of child protection programs, promote learning, and drive continuous improvement. Conduct an evaluation mission from the organisation's level and jointly with the donor.  
9. Communication and Public Relations: Represent the organisation in public forums, raise awareness about child protection issues, and effectively communicate the organisation's mission, achievements, and challenges to stakeholders and the general public.
10. Organizational Governance: Work closely with the NGO board and Country Director of the donor agency, ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, and provide regular reports on organisational performance.
11. Maintain a collaborative relationship with the EBMF board and CD of the donor agency. 

Core Competencies:

• Excellent communication, presentation, facilitation, proposal, and report writing skills in both English and Nepali,
• The candidate should have proven networking and partnership-building skills with diverse individuals, government agencies, private sectors, and organisations, 
• Practical management skills to empower and leverage the team's experience,
• The candidate should better know like-minded organisations and identify and develop partnerships and innovative approaches,
• Ability to identify critical strategic issues, objectives, opportunities, and risks,
• The candidate should have better knowledge and working experience in the child sector.
• Successful management experience in development projects, funds, human resources, and partnerships,
• Experience in project development, management, and financial management,
• The candidate should have excellent organisational skills that can multitask and prioritise effectively.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree in social sciences, development studies, or relevant subjects from a recognized university,
• Minimum of ten years of working experience in the child sector, focusing on project management and program development.

Terms 

The initial contract will be for one year, with the possibility of an extension based on performance. Salary and other benefits will be provided as per the policy of the Esther Benjamin Memorial Foundation.

Working Hours

The position is based in Kathmandu, with frequent field visits to project districts. The standard working hours are 40 hours per week, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. However, because this is a child-based organization, the post holder may be engaged during out-of-working hours or weekends as per the situation created.

To apply: If you are interested in this position, please submit a current CV and a cover letter (up to 400 words) outlining your suitability for the role and including your salary expectations to info@ebmfnepal.org by 17:00 hrs., 30 April, 2024. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please refrain from making phone calls before the interview, as doing so will result in automatic disqualification from the selection process.

Those who have already applied for the same post need not apply.