Project Manager- Social Harmony and Protection (Women Only)

Announcement of Vacancy

United Mission to Nepal (UMN) is an international development organisation committed to empowering people facing multiple marginalisations to transform their lives and move toward the fullness of life. In serving the people of Nepal, multicultural teams of Nepali and volunteer expatriate staff collaborate with local organisations across nine districts, including four provinces and two hospitals. Together, they build partnerships that foster healthy, dignified, and empowered individuals and transformed communities.

Position: Project Manager- Social Harmony and Protection (Women Only)

Required No.: 1

Location: Surkhet, Karnali Province Cluster

The main purpose of this position is to provide technical support and ensure the effective and efficient management of the Community Development Project under the Social Harmony and Protection theme in Surkhet.

Qualifications & Experiences:

• Bachelor's degree in Conflict and Peace Studies, Development studies, or a related field, with at least three years’ experience in non-government development organisations, particularly in leveraging the capacity and influence of key religious leaders to address social issues and challenges and in mobilising inter-faith communities for sustainable development and social transformation.
• Strong knowledge of the socio-economic dynamics of Karnali Province and relevant government policies, including the role of faith leaders in addressing social issues.
• Proven skills and experience in project planning, implementation, budgeting, monitoring, reporting, partnership management and proposal development.
• Experience in organising and facilitating capacity-building interventions, including training, workshops, and multi-stakeholder meetings.
• Ability to work on complex and sensitive issues with socio-cultural awareness and adaptability.
• Demonstrates willingness to learn, ability to work in diverse cultural settings and commitment to living out UMN’s values.
• Excellent communication skills in Nepali and English, both written and verbal.

Salaries and benefits will be in accordance with UMN’s policy.

All interested individuals who meet the minimum qualifications are encouraged to apply for this position. The Job Description and Application Form can be downloaded from our website: www.umn.org.np/vacancy

Completed application forms should be sent by email to nepali.recruit@umn.org.np by 5:00 pm on Monday, 29 September 2025. Short-listed candidates will be invited to participate in an assessment process.

Candidates from minority and marginalised groups are highly encouraged to apply.