Program Manager

KEY OTHER RELATIONSHIPS:  Finance, HR/Admin team, Legal Team, Program team, Partners, and Donors

KEY FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support in the management, development, and implementation of all program activities in Nepal.
• Assist in planning, coordinating, and executing project activities to ensure alignment with organizational priorities and donor requirements.
• Liaise with implementing partners and stakeholders to ensure effective delivery of project objectives and adherence to agreements.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including work plans, progress reports, and monitoring data.
• Coordinate regular project review meetings with the project team and partners to monitor progress, share learning, and troubleshoot challenges.
• Prepare periodic narrative and financial reports as per donor and internal requirements.
• Assist in developing project budgets, tracking expenditure, and ensuring compliance with financial policies and procedures.
• Support the capacity building of project staff, partners, and community stakeholders through training and technical assistance.
• Monitor project implementation against work plans and results frameworks, identifying areas for improvement and proposing solutions.
• Contribute to the development of advocacy and campaign activities in coordination with the Communication's Coordinator and other relevant colleagues.
• Participate in field visits to project sites to assess progress, document outcomes, and provide on-site support as needed.
• Maintain effective working relationships with government officials, NGOs, and community representatives to promote coordination and collaboration.
• Collect, compile, and analyze data and evidence to inform project learning, reporting, and donor communications.
• Represent Just Rights for Children in Nepal in relevant meetings, workshops, and forums at local and national levels.
• Contribute to the preparation of funding proposals and concept notes and evaluation reports in coordination with the Executive Director.

Participate in any other activities as decided by the management which may be required to fulfill the objectives of the organization.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in Social Work, Social Sciences, Development Studies, or other related fields. (Essential)
• Minimum of 7–10 years of relevant professional experience in project management, preferably in child protection, legal interventions, or social development. (Essential)
• Experience working with national or international development organizations, preferably in Nepal. (Essential)
• Experience in partnership management, community engagement, and capacity building. (Essential)
• Proven experience in preparing project reports, budgets, and monitoring frameworks. (Essential)
• Knowledge of legal frameworks and policies related to child protection, child marriage, child trafficking, or child sexual abuse in Nepal. (Desirable)
• Experience working on movement, campaigning and advocacy nationally/internationally.
• Proven knowledge of legal interventions in the child protection domain/any other social issues.
• Proven ability of working in the political landscape in Nepal on social issues.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:

• Strong project management and organizational skills. (Essential)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Nepali and English. (Essential)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). (Essential)
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills. (Essential)
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines. (Essential)
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with a solution-oriented approach. (Essential)
• Commitment to child rights, social justice, and the mission of Just Rights for Children. (Essential)
• Knowledge of laws and regulations, policies, programs, guidelines vis-à-vis child protection (Child Marriage, Child Trafficking and Child Sexual Abuse) of Nepal at Federal, provincial and municipal level. (Essential)

DURATION:

The post is offered on a 1-year rolling contract and is subject to a three-month probation period. Occasional evening and weekend work will be required.