Program Officer

Vacancy Announcement

Women's Rehabilitation Centre (WOREC) is a non-governmental Human Rights organization dedicated to protecting and promoting Human Rights. Founded in 1991, WOREC focuses on preventing violence against women, addressing its causes and effects, and advocating for ecological justice through the economic, social, environmental, and cultural well-being of women and other marginalized groups. We envision a society where feminist aspirations are met, where everyone is equal, and social justice exists. Our working districts with offices are spread across Morang, Sunsari, Udayapur, Dhanusha, Mahottari, Sarlahi, Dang, Kailali, and Rukum, with additional working districts in Rupandehi, Kapilvastu, Kanchanpur, Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, Kavrepalanchok, and Saptari. The Central Office is located in Lalitpur.

1. Program Officer

Duty Station: Kathmandu

No. of Position: 1

The Program Officer works under direct supervision from Program Coordinator. The program officer is responsible for the implementation of Comprehensive Capacity Development Support to Duty Bearers and Right Holders to Advance Gender Responsive and Inclusive Governance in Madhesh, Sudurpaschim and Karnali Province and track implementation and achievements to ensure accountability and efficiency of program. This position also coordinates for community-based partnership in WOREC working area with the support of District Coordinators and program coordinator. Program Officer works in close coordination with concerned Manager, Coordinators and WOREC's networks in achieving the goal and objectives of programs. Program Officer is mainly responsible for implementation of the programs in district level, event coordination, periodic reporting, organizing workshops and Interaction programs as per planning of project document, engaging in data collection, regular monitoring of the program of field level, close coordination with finance officer, district team and project team, documentation, communication with stakeholders, publication and coordination with central office and communities.

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Organizational Values

Accountability – Our commitment to achieving our goals with purpose and focusing on results entails taking ownership of our actions and ensuring that we hold ourselves accountable. We also advocate for accountability among others for their actions.

Intersectionality – We recognize that gender intersects with other aspects of identity, such as race, class, sexuality, and ability, emphasizing addressing multiple forms of discrimination and oppression.

Empowerment – We facilitate the empowerment of women, girls, and marginalized communities to have control over their own lives, choices, and bodies, free from societal constraints and expectations.

Social Justice – We advocate for a more just and equitable society, challenging systems of power and privilege that perpetuate inequality.

Inclusiveness – We value diversity and believe that every individual, irrespective of visible or invisible distinctions, has something valuable to contribute.

Application Process:

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their updated CV, cover letter, and supporting documents by 9 May, 2025 to vacancy@worecnepal.org

WOREC encourages women and candidates from Dalit/Janjati and sexual minorities to apply from respective districts.

Applications without a cover letter and CV will not be considered for the position.

Only shortlisted candidates will be called for a written test and interview.

No telephone calls will be entertained.

For details, visit: http://worecnepal.org/career