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Vacancy Announcement: Expression of Interest (EOI)

Dalit Ethnic Upliftment Center (DEUC), Bara

1st Publication Date: 6 June 2025

Dalit Ethnic Upliftment Center (DEUC), Bara is a well-established non-governmental organization with 22 years of experience working for the empowerment of Dalit, Janjati, and other marginalized communities. DEUC operates through grassroots, rights-based approach that fosters inclusion, community ownership, and long-term sustainability. Its work begins with participatory community mobilization, forming and strengthening self-help groups, youth networks, and women’s forums that lead local change.

DEUC integrates capacity building, advocacy, and service delivery across key sectors such as education, livelihoods, food security, WASH, gender equity, and social protection. The organization collaborates with local governments, civil society, and development partners to design inclusive, context-specific programs. DEUC’s advocacy efforts are grounded in field realities, amplifying grassroots voices to influence policy and dismantle systems of inequality. Committed to social justice and inclusive economic development, DEUC is seeking qualified and dedicated individuals to join our team under “Enhancing Economic Opportunities for Marginalized Communities project” in promoting commercial vegetable farming and rural entrepreneurship in Bara district.

1. Plant Junior Technician Assistant (PJTA) - 1

Duty Station: Field-based

Duration: Initially 11 months (with possibility of extension based on performance)

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead farmer selection and group formation through participatory processes with emphasis on Dalit and marginalized communities.
• Provide regular onsite technical backstopping tailored to local agro-climatic conditions and selected crops.
• Support farmers in Geo App installation and usage for plot planning, pest alerts, and market price updates.
• Guide development and implementation of individual crop calendars covering land prep, inputs, irrigation, dam support and pest management.
• Conduct routine farm visits offering onsite solutions in seedling production, disease control, irrigation, and post-harvest handling.
• Support access to start-up inputs, agricultural tools, suppliers, and initial market linkages.
• Facilitate linkages with local traders and collection centers to improve market access.
• Maintain detailed progress records of each farmer and conduct monthly reviews with groups and technical staff for adaptive learning.
• Keeping the record of entrepreneurs sale and income (daily basis and monthly progress)

Qualifications:

• Minimum Plant JTA Certificate from a recognized institution.
• At least 2 years of experience in field-based agricultural extension, preferably in vegetable production.
• Familiarity with agriculture digital tools (Geo Apps, smartphones) is highly desirable.
• Commitment to working with vulnerable and marginalized groups, including women and Dalit households.
• Strong interpersonal and facilitation skills.
• Local language proficiency (Bhojpuri/Nepali) is essential.
• Report writing in Nepali or English

2. Social Mobilizer (SM) - 1

Duty Station: Field-based

Duration: Initially 11 months (with possibility of extension based on performance)

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead farmer selection and group formation through participatory processes with emphasis on Dalit and marginalized communities.
• Provide regular onsite technical backstopping tailored to local agro-climatic conditions and selected crops
• Facilitate community engagement and selection of aspiring entrepreneurs through participatory and transparent processes.
• Organize and deliver a “Start and Improve Your Business (SIYB)” training with methods tailored for low-literacy and women participants.
• Provide individualized coaching to help participants develop viable, market-oriented business plans.
• Support access to start-up inputs, tools, suppliers, and initial market linkages.
• Offer bi-weekly follow-up mentoring to address challenges in sales, operations, and customer outreach.
• Encourage peer learning, motivation sessions, and exposure visits to successful local enterprises.
• Foster women’s confidence and entrepreneurial independence, contributing to reduced re-migration and sustainable rural livelihoods.
• Maintain detailed progress records of each farmer and conduct monthly reviews with groups and technical staff for adaptive learning.
• Keeping the record of entrepreneurs sale and income (daily basis and monthly progress)

Qualifications:

• Minimum +2 level education (Bachelor’s preferred) in Social Work, Rural Development, or related field.
• 2 years of experience in social mobilization, youth or women entrepreneurship promotion.
• Knowledge of SIYB or similar enterprise development tools.
• Strong community facilitation and mentoring skills with proven ability to work with marginalized groups.
• Local language proficiency (Bhojpuri/Nepali) is essential.
• Report writing in Nepali or English

Application Process:

Interested individuals are invited to submit their EOI along with the following documents:

1. Updated CV (max 3 pages with 3 referees)
2. Cover Letter outlining suitability and motivation
3. Copy of academic, training certificates and experiences. 
4. Citizenship copy

Email Applications to: jobs.deuc@gmail.com or Hard copy submission to the office.

Deadline: 12 June 2025 at 5 PM

DEUC promotes Local workforce diversity and encourages applications from Dalit, Janajati, women, and youth. Female candidates are highly encouraged to submit their interest.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. DEUC reserves the right to reject any or all applications without assigning any reasons. Phone calls will not be entertaining.