Programme Officer

VACANCY NOTICE

Position Title: Programme Officer

Location: ACORAB Secretariat, Lalitpur

Salary: Salaries and benefits are competitive

Line Manager/reporting: Director

Association of Community Radio Broadcasters (ACORAB) Nepal is an umbrella organization of more than 350 community radio broadcasters of Nepal. ACORAB has been carrying out a range of activities to strengthen role of community radios as fundamental and professionally sound means of ensuring right to information, freedom of expression, development and social transformation.

We are currently in urgent need of a dynamic and experienced individual to join our team as a Programme Officer. This role will be instrumental to support in steering and managing our ambitious programmes focused on fostering second-generation reforms within the community radio sector. The primary goal is to enhance the adaptability and resilience of community radio broadcasters, particularly in light of the ongoing disruptions within the media sector.

The Programme Officer will support the effective implementation of multi-donor funded projects by contributing to planning, coordination, monitoring, documentation, and reporting processes. Under the guidance of the unit head, the Programme Officer will assist in ensuring timely and efficient project delivery, maintaining regular communication with stakeholders, and supporting compliance with donor requirements and organizational standards.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support overall programme management by assisting in the implementation of activities within agreed timeframes, budgets, and quality standards, ensuring alignment with programme targets and outcomes.
• Assist in the development and implementation of annual work plans and project-specific plans in alignment with the organizational vision and strategy.
• Provide assistance in designing new projects and identifying new business opportunities for the organization.
• Contribute to external fund-raising proposals, donor reporting, and activities as requested.
• Strategize for the innovative solutions and future expansion of programmes to define future course of action of community radios in Nepal, considering evolving programme trends, and emerging opportunities in the media landscape.
• Evaluate and articulate the capacity of community radios, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing appropriate strengthening interventions.
• Proactively identify and address operational challenges, proposing necessary adaptations to budgets, scope, or timelines for enhanced impact.
• Effectively manage operational partnerships to maximize programme efficiency and impact, leveraging collaborative opportunities.
• Prepare M&E framework to contribute to monitoring, evaluation, and learning activities, adapting methodologies for improved programme effectiveness.
• Develop a communication strategy, and outreach materials, leveraging emerging communication channels and platforms.
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of technical and financial reports in compliance with organizational and donor requirements.
• Supervise, monitor, and mentor interns, trainees and program associates to ensure timely and high-quality delivery of planned activities, fostering a culture of adaptability and continuous learning.

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• Master's degree in management, development, communication or other related field
• Strong leadership, strategic planning, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and partnership-building abilities.
• Familiarity with community radio and media development, as well as being digitally savvy, would be advantageous.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Interested candidates should submit their CV and a cover letter explaining their suitability for the position to job@acorab.org.np or ed.acorab@gmail.com by 18 August 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further selection processes.

ACORAB is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals, including women and minorities.