Various Positions

Vacancy Announcement

Date of publication: 2082.09.14 (29 December, 2025)

Date of Application Deadline: 2082.09.24 (08 January, 2026)

Summary:

Community Development & Advocacy Forum Nepal (CDAFN) Bardibas, Mahottari is a NGO dedicated to uphold the rights of marginalized and excluded communities through its interventions on Health, Education, Livelihood, Protection and Climate Change Adaptation Mitigation, Chure Conservation, Disaster Risk Reduction Management, Biodiversity Conservation and Humanitarian Support including Organizational Development and GEDSI. It works with a vision for Building a Civilized and Prosperous Society with Equality and Social Justice in Nepal since 2006. It works with a mission to improve the lives of people through economic, social, cultural and physical transformation. It has been implementing Strengthening Disaster Risk Risk Reduction and Climate Resilience Capacities in India and Nepal Project in Mahottari and Dhanusha District in partnership with BMZ/BENGO/Caritas Germany.

Community Development & Advocacy Forum Nepal (CDAFN), Bardibas invites applications from the interested and eligible candidates (Nepali citizen only) who are reliable, accountable, and have the ability to deliver results with the highest level of integrity for the following position under its Strengthening Disaster Risk Risk Reduction and Climate Resilience Capacities in India and Nepal Project.

CDAFN invites applications from interested qualified and professional Nepali candidates for the following full-time position.

1) Advertisement No.: 01/2082/2083

Position: Project Coordinator

Required No.: 1 (One)

Duty Station: Central Office, Bardibas (50% field visit in project area)

Required qualification, experience, skill and knowledge

Education: Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) in: Agriculture, Disaster Risk Management, Environmental Science, Rural Development, Social Sciences or related field

Experience: Minimum 3–5 years of practical experience in DRR/CCA, livelihoods, or community development projects

Skills:

• Knowledge of DRR, CCA, EWS, and climate-resilient livelihoods
• Strong community mobilization and facilitation skills
• Experience in VCA, PRA tools, and disaster preparedness
• Good coordination and networking skills
• Excellent reporting and documentation skills
• Computer skills (MS Office package essential)
• Ability to travel extensively to remote field locations
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

The details JD is attached in this link.

JD Project Coordinator

2) Advertisement No.: 02/2082/2083

Position: MEAL and Documentation Officer

Required No.: 1 (One)

Duty Station: Central Office, Bardibas (60% field visit in project area)

Required qualification, experience, skill and knowledge

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Development Studies, Social Science, Statistics, Environmental Science, Disaster Risk Management or related field

Experience: Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in MEAL, data management, reporting, or documentation in NGO/INGO projects

Skills:

• Strong skills in data collection, entry, analysis and reporting
• Knowledge of MEAL approaches, log frames and indicators
• Experience with KOBO/ODK/mobile data collection tools (preferred)
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint (SPSS/Power BI added advantage)
• Strong documentation and report writing skills in Nepali and basic English
• Good communication and facilitation skills
• Willingness to travel extensively to field areas

The details JD is attached in this link.

JD_MEAL and Documentation Officer

3) Advertisement No.: 03/2082/2083

Position: Field Officer

Required No.: 1 (One)

Duty Station: Project Office Bhangaha Municipality (70% field visit in project area)

Required qualification, experience, skill, and knowledge

Education: Bachelor’s degree in: Agriculture, Environmental Science, Disaster Risk Management, Rural Development or related field

Experience: Minimum 2–3 years of experience in community development, Climate Resilient Agriculture, DRR/CCA or livelihood projects

Skills:

• Strong field facilitation and community mobilization skills
• Practical knowledge of DRR, CCA, and climate-resilient livelihoods
• Experience in VCA/PRA tools and disaster preparedness activities
• Ability to coordinate with municipalities, wards, schools, and CBOs
• Good documentation and basic reporting skills
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint)
• Willingness to travel extensively to remote areas
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

The details JD is attached in this link.

JD_Field Officer

4) Advertisement No.: 04/2082/2083

Position: Finance Officer

Required No.: 1 (One)

Duty Station: Central Office, Bardibas with field visit as required

Required qualification, experience, skill and knowledge

Education: Bachelor’s degree in: Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Management or related field (Master’s degree or professional certification preferred)

Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience in NGO/INGO finance and accounting. Experience working with donor-funded projects preferred.

Skills:

• Sound knowledge of accounting principles and internal controls.
• Experience using accounting software (e.g., Tally, FAMAS, QuickBooks, etc.).
• Practical knowledge of tax, VAT, Social Security Fund, PF/Gratuity, labor laws.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills.
• High integrity, confidentiality, and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and MS Office.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

The details JD is attached in this link.

JD_Finance Officer

5) Advertisement No.: 05/2082/2083

Position: Animator/Field Technicians

Required No.: 3 (Three)

Duty Station: Project Office Bhangaha, Balawa, Bardibas Municipality (90% field visit in project area)

Required qualification, experience, skill and knowledge

Education: Intermediate (+2) or JTA, Forestry, Environment, Civil Sub-overseer or related field

Experience: Prior experience (1–2 years) in: community mobilization, DRR/CCA projects, agriculture extension or watershed activities

Skills:

• Willingness to spend most of the time in communities and field sites
• Good communication and facilitation skills
• Ability to work with diverse communities respectfully
• Basic report writing skills (Nepali preferred, English an advantage)
• Motorbike driving license (if required by organization policy)
• Team player with positive attitude and problem-solving skills

The details JD is attached in this link.

JD Animator

To Apply:

Ability to work under pressure and within the tight timeframe. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply along with Relevant Academic Documents, CV and cover letter to the email address cdafnmahottari@gmail.com clearly mentioning the position applied for in the subject line addressing to The Human Resource Department, CDAFN, Bardibas or submit the hard copy to CDAFN, Bardibas, Mahotari within 2082.09.24 (08 January, 2026) by 5:00 PM.