Various Positions

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Organizational Background

Shechen Karuna (SK) is a non-governmental organization dedicated to breaking cycles of poverty, strengthening community resilience, and developing the potential of vulnerable populations through holistic and community-driven approaches. SK operates across interconnected sectors including health and hygiene, education and skills, food security, economic development, and environmental protection.

1. Position Title: Feild Officer – Emergency Relief Flood Response

Position: 2

Duty Station: Nuwakot-1, Rasuwa-1

Project Context & Rationale

On August 26, 2026, severe flash flooding and debris flows occurred along the Nepal–Tibet border region following a glacial collapse in the High Himalayas. The resulting outburst washed away critical rural infrastructure, suspension bridges, roadways, utility networks, and water supplies across central and northern Nepal.

The districts of Rasuwa, Nuwakot, and Dhading in Bagmati Province are among the hardest hit, leaving communities isolated and vulnerable. In response, Shechen Karuna is managing centralized response operations from its Kathmandu office to rapidly deliver non-food relief items, food rations, shelter kits, and Psychological First Aid (PFA) to affected communities.

Purpose of the Position

The Field Officer will lead the operational planning, field execution, multi-district stakeholder coordination, and resource mobilization for emergency flood response across flood affected areas in Rasuwa, and Nuwakot, 

LINK: Detailed ToR

2. Position Title: MEAL Officer – Emergency Relief Flood Response

Position: 1

Duty station: Nuwakot/Rasuwa Field Office

Project Context & Rationale

On August 26, 2026, severe flash flooding and debris flows occurred along the Nepal–Tibet border region following a glacial collapse in the High Himalayas. The resulting outburst washed away critical rural infrastructure, suspension bridges, roadways, utility networks, and water supplies across central and northern Nepal.

The districts of Rasuwa, Nuwakot, and Dhading in Bagmati Province are among the hardest hit, leaving communities isolated and vulnerable. In response, Shechen Karuna is managing centralized response operations from its Kathmandu office to rapidly deliver non-food relief items, food rations, shelter kits, and Psychological First Aid (PFA) to affected communities.

Purpose of the Position

The MEAL Officer will oversee and execute monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning processes for the emergency relief response.

LINK: Detailed ToR

3. Position Title: Logistics and Distribution Officer – Emergency Relief Flood Response

Position: 1

Duty station: Kathmandu, with frequent field visit

Project Context & Rationale

On August 26, 2026, severe flash flooding and debris flows occurred along the Nepal–Tibet border region following a glacial collapse in the High Himalayas. The resulting outburst washed away critical rural infrastructure, suspension bridges, roadways, utility networks, and water supplies across central and northern Nepal.

The districts of Rasuwa, Nuwakot, and Dhading in Bagmati Province are among the hardest hit, leaving communities isolated and vulnerable. In response, Shechen Karuna is managing centralized response operations from its Kathmandu office to rapidly deliver non-food relief items, food rations, shelter kits, and Psychological First Aid (PFA) to affected communities.

Purpose of the Position

The primary objective of the Logistics and Distribution Officer is to plan, coordinate, and execute all supply chain, fleet management, warehousing, and transportation operations for the project. 

LINK: Detailed ToR

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Position Title: Emergency Response Vehicle Operator

Project Context & Rationale

On August 26, 2026, severe flash flooding and debris flows occurred along the Nepal–Tibet border region following a glacial collapse in the High Himalayas. The resulting outburst washed away critical rural infrastructure, suspension bridges, roadways, utility networks, and water supplies across central and northern Nepal.

The districts of Rasuwa and Nuwakot district in Bagmati Province are among the hardest hit, leaving communities isolated and vulnerable. In response, Shechen Karuna is managing centralized response operations from its Kathmandu office to rapidly deliver non-food relief items, food rations, shelter kits, and Psychological First Aid (PFA) to affected communities.

Key Responsibilities

The primary objective of the vehicle operator is to provide safe and reliable vehicle operation for the transportation of emergency response personnel, mobile psychosocial response teams, and relief goods to target project locations in Rasuwa and Nuwakot. 

LINK: Detailed ToR

Please note that the deadline to apply is October 11, 2026.

To apply, please send your updated resume to nepal@karuna-shechen.org and mention the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email.

Note: Candidates will be shortlisted on a rolling basis, so we encourage interested candidates to apply as early as possible.