Program Officer – Education and Environment

Organization Overview

Shechen Karuna (SK) is working in Nepal since 2020 with the vision to create a just society without poverty, a society in which all women and men live a life of dignity, enjoy their rights as active citizens of Nepal. Through integrated development program it aims to provide people with better livelihood opportunities, improved health conditions, sustained environment, quality education and continued economic development, ensuring that development-related activities are demand driven and sustainable. As defined by the VISION 2025, a strategic guidance, Shechen Karuna Nepal has been working in three regions Terai, Mid-Hills and High-Hills (mountains) in five inter-connected thematic sectors; Health, Education, Food security, Economic Development and Environment. 

By working in these sectors, Shechen Karuna aims to provide people with opportunities to reduce poverty, vulnerability and inequality, ensuring that development-related activities are gender sensitive, socially inclusive, demand driven and sustainable, and that the most vulnerable are empowered to sustain their effort. Shechen Karuna works in close coordination with local governments and civil society organizations to support marginalized, socially excluded and economically poor communities. 

Shechen Karuna is a reputable Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) dedicated to contributing to reducing poverty through altruism in action philosophy. As we expand our operations, we are seeking a dynamic, experienced and self-motivated individual for the following positions. 

Title: Program Officer – Education and Environment   

Location: Ruby Valley Rural Municipality, Dhading District 

No. of position: 1 

Key Responsibilities:

Program Coordination and Implementation

• Coordinate with the Program Manager - Education and Environment and the District Program Coordinator to implement education and environment activities.
• Strong coordination and good working relationships with project stakeholders, including government, non-government organizations, and other relevant authorities at local level.
• Support and guide thematic assistants to ensure effective program implementation.
• Ensure smooth implementation of program activities in collaboration with team members.
• Conduct regular field visits to support the implementation of planned activities under the education and environment theme.
• Review the physical and financial progress of project interventions.
• Develop monthly and quarterly action plans for the education and environment theme based on the detailed implementation plan; submit to Program Manager and Program Coordinator.
• Prepare field/school visit reports, progress reports, and financial supporting documents; submit them within the set deadlines.
• Identify, document, and share best practices, case studies, and personal testimonies that highlight the impact and learnings of the project.
• Enhance collaboration with local government bodies, schools, community networks, and civil society groups to foster project partnerships.
• Support data collection and maintenance of relevant statistics for monitoring and evaluation.
• Collect relevant data, information, and prepare case studies, best practices, and lessons learned for submission to the Program Manager.
• Support the Program Manager in volunteer’s field planning and effective mobilization.

Required Qualification and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in education or social science with three years of work experience in Education sector or Master’s degree in education or social science with two years of work experience in Education sector planning budgeting.
• Minimum 3 years of working experience in relevant field, especially in Early Childhood Development and Education (ECED) sector.
• Demonstrated experience in collaborating with district-level line agencies, local governments, communities, and schools, with strong ability to lead, inspire, and build the capacity of others.
• Good knowledge and understanding of ECED and early grades learning with focus on education related issues and policies in Nepal.
• Aware of policies, rules and procedures related to early childhood development
• Knowledge of teacher training practices preferred
• Manages time and priorities, meets deadlines and is punctual 
• Communicates in a clear, concise and responsible way 
• Capacity to build and maintain effective working relations with local authorities and other relevant stakeholders in local level. 
• Should have expertise in data analysis, report writing, and training facilitation.
• Good command of English and Nepali language (written and spoken) 
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, email, and the Internet.

To apply: Please send an email mentioning the position applied for in the subject line with expected salary to nepal@karuna-shechen.org  with a motivation letter and an updated CV with two references. The application needs to be received by 17:00 Hrs. of June 09, 2025. 

We offer competitive benefits in line with market standards.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further selection process. Telephone inquiries will not be entertained.