Program Officer

International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES)

The International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES) promotes democratic stability by providing technical assistance and applying field-based research to the electoral cycle worldwide to enhance citizen participation and strengthen civil societies, governance and transparency. Every IFES project is staffed by national and international staff while partnering with local organizations. This homegrown approach ensures that the expertise offered by IFES fits the needs of the country or client and the benefit of assistance outlasts the life of the project. Our work is nonpartisan and also includes projects that: Help citizens participate in their democracies Increase politicians' accountability to the electorate Strengthen government institutions Since its founding in 1987, IFES has worked in more than 100 countries - from developing democracies such as Liberia, to mature democracies such as the United States.

Details / requirements:

The International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES) is an international NGO that supports the building of democratic societies around the world. Since 2006, IFES Nepal has worked with the Election Commission of Nepal (ECN) and local civil society partners to enhance citizen participation and strengthen civil society, governance and transparency.

IFES Nepal is seeking a Program Officer to support program design and implementation, reporting writing, monitoring and evaluation and product development for IFES women’s leadership project. This position will be under the supervision of the Program Manager and will be full-time.

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Support implementation of IFES’ women’s leadership program, monitoring all program activities to ensure deliverables are being met;
  • Monitor program activities to ensure all donor regulations and policies are adhered and deliverables are met with consistent high quality; 
  • Support the preparation of written reports and presentations on IFES’ program as required, specifically providing inputs for bi-monthly activity reports and donor reports;
  • Curriculum review and development, in partnership with IFES’ staff and international consultants;
  • Provide technical and logistics support to IFES’ subaward partner in implementation of project activities;
  • Support monitoring and evaluation efforts through CSO report analyses, data compilation and field visits;
  • Troubleshoot challenges with IFES Nepal sub-award programming and identify and implement creative solutions;
  • Other relevant duties as assigned by Program Manager.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in international development, political science, international relations or a related field, Master’s degree preferred;
  • Minimum 4 years of relevant experience in international development or related field, preferably working with an international organization;
  • Experience managing CSO partner projects;
  • Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office Programs, Excel, Internet) are required;
  • Strong grammar and editing skills;
  • Excellent organizational skills;
  • Fluency in English and Nepali is required;
  • Ability to work independently in support of a team.
  • Applicants must already reside in Nepal, preferably in Kathmandu.
  • Availability to travel up to 10%

This position is opened for Nepali nationals only and is based in Kathmandu with potential for some travel outside Kathmandu.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit your letter of application and detailed resume, with two references, to: ifesnepalvacancy@gmail.com mentioning the position title in the subject of the email. The application deadline is 4:00 pm on Sunday, December 23, 2018. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. This position is contingent on project funding.

Overview

Category Development and Project
Openings 1
Experience 4+ years
Education Please check details below.
Posted Date 07 Dec, 2018
Apply Before 23 Dec, 2018
City Kathmandu