Technology for Development (T4D) Specialist

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Save the Children believes every child deserves a future. In Nepal and around the world, we give children a healthy start in life, the opportunity to learn and protection from harm. We do whatever it takes for children - every day and in times of crisis - transforming their lives and the future we share. Save the Children adheres Safeguarding Policy, including its Child Safeguarding and Global Anti-harassment Policy, with high importance and commits rigorous procedure to ensure all our personnel and programs are safe for children. Therefore, all candidates will be subjected to strict background checks.

Save the Children invites applications from interested and eligible candidates (Nepali Citizens only) who are reliable, accountable, have the ability to deliver results with the highest level of integrity and who value diversity for the following position(s). 

Position: Technology for Development (T4D) Specialist

Position Overview

The primary purpose of this role is to define how T4D interventions can accelerate programme progress and impact, acting as an enabler to strengthen and scale SC’s work for children. This includes innovating, ideating, and providing practical, nuanced technology-enabled solutions that enhance the effectiveness, efficiency, and reach of our programmes. The role holder will provide programmatic inputs and clearly articulate how technology can address key development challenges, establishing clear results pathways and impact linkages.

In addition, the role will contribute to partnership development and new business opportunities that advance T4D, digital solutions, and digital innovation agendas within SC’s programmes. The post holder will serve as the lead technical expert for the design and implementation of digital products, services, and approaches, proactively identifying and pursuing opportunities to strengthen SC’s and partners’ capacities in this area.

The role will also ensure that T4D learning, research, and evaluation findings are effectively translated into advocacy, continuous improvement, and future programme design. The post holder will play a representational and advocacy role with the Government of Nepal, donors, and key national and international stakeholders, while working closely with SC members and the wider movement to enhance the visibility and influence of the Country Office.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Master’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, International Development or any other ICT/T4D related field.
• Minimum 7 years of demonstrated experience in any area of expertise, of which at least 5 years directly relevant work experience in T4D or similar digital solutions and implementation role at an international NGO or similar organisations.
• Track record of T4D or similar digital solutions strategy and product roadmap development.
• Track record of T4D or similar digital solutions product management, including design and implementation, driving toward creation of successful digital solutions in developing country context.
• Experience working with users and other stakeholders in technology projects to translate their needs and goals for the technology use into clear, actionable technical requirements for system design, selection and implementation.
• Ability to present complex information in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to work under pressure, within short deadlines and with limited supervision.
• High levels of integrity, including experience managing confidential information.
• Availability to work early or late to accommodate calls with teams in other regions and time zones.
• Demonstrated ability to solve complex issues through critical thinking, analysis, definition of a clear way forward and ensuring buy in.
• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including communicating with impact, influencing, negotiation, and coaching. 
• A high degree of flexibility and adaptability in order to respond to changing needs. 
• Excellent spoken and written English and Nepali. 

DESIRABLE:

INGO experience and an excellent grasp of operational issues.

Ability to understand and manage structured query language (SQL), knowledge of ‘relational database management system (RDBMS), ‘object-oriented database management systems’ (OODBMS) and/or XML database management systems; experience with database-driven web applications and development of mobile applications.

A detailed understanding of programs/program implementation in various contexts and ways of working of an organisation like Save the Children.

Required No.(s): 1 (Nepalese Citizen Only)

Contract length: Fixed Term

Location: Country Office Kathmandu.

To Apply

For detailed job description of the position, please visit https://hcri.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/16727 The application deadline is 23:00 hrs, Wednesday, 24 June 2026.

Please apply using a cover letter and up-to-date CV. Please also include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations.

We need to keep children safe so our selection process, which includes rigorous background checks, reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our global anti-harassment policy.

Save the Children does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further selection process. Canvassing at any stage of the processes shall lead to automatic disqualification. No telephone inquiries will be entertained.

Save the Children does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.

Qualified candidates from minority and indigenous groups, women, and people with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply.