Programme Officer- Nutrition/UPG Field Mobiliser

Integrated Rural Development Society

Integrated Rural Development Society (IRDS) Mahottari is non-political and non-profitable NGO established in 1994 by a group of Terai marginalized group’s activists. Since then, IRDS is fully dedicated to work in humanitarian assistance, community development, livelihood, child well-being, and environmental protection mainly in the Terai region of Nepal through the humanitarian and long-term development projects.

Details / requirements:

Vacancy Announcement 

(First Time Published on 30 Jan. 2023)

Integrated Rural Development Society (IRDS) Mahottari is non-political and non-profitable NGO established in 1994 by a group of Terai marginalized group’s activists. Since then, IRDS is fully dedicated to work in humanitarian assistance, community development, livelihood, child well-being, and environmental protection mainly in the Terai region of Nepal through the humanitarian and long-term development projects.

In partnership with World Vision International Nepal, IRDS Mahottari initiate working on “Integrated Nutrition and Resilient Livelihood (INRL)” in two Rural Municipality Ekdara and Samsi Rural Municipality.  IRDS Mahottari is seeking qualified, dynamic and motivated Nepali citizens on following positions.

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Positions

Qualification

Skills and Knowledge

1.

Programme Officer- Nutrition

(1- Nos.)

Bachelor’s degree in public health or in any relevant discipline with at least 3 years of experience in Nutrition Sector

  • Sector knowledge on maternal child health and nutrition (Infant and Young Child Feeding practices (IYCF), Integrated Management of Acute Malnutrition (IMAM), Maternal and infant young child nutrition (MIYCN), Multi sector Nutrition Plan (MSNP))
  • Government policies, strategies and training packages (Comprehensive Nutrition Package)
  • Informed and able to disseminate WVIN NRL TP and priorities, core project model Positive Deviance Hearth (PDH) and Citizen Voice and Action (CVA))– Highly Desirable
  • Sound knowledge on behavior change communication approaches, Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) approach
  • Stakeholders mapping skills for broader benefit of the project
  • Good facilitation and documentation skills (meeting, orientation, training)
  • Capacity to identify local advocacy issues around NRL programming
  • Produce database monitoring and interpretation skill
  • Presentation skills in different forum and network
  • Knowledge around CP and CFLG/NFLG mechanism at the local level
  • Two-wheeler driving license-[Preferred]
2.

UPG Field Mobiliser

(1-Nos.)

10+2 or in any relevant discipline with at least 2 years of experience in social mobilization

  • Understanding of poverty issues, development theories and sustainable development practices and knowledge on child rights  
  • Strong understanding of community dynamics with skills to communicate and build rapport with children and community
  • Good translation skills both English to Nepali and vice versa [Preferred]
  • Strong coordination skills with local level stakeholders (Parents, school management committee, child clubs, health institutions, M/Rural municipality, wards, cooperatives and various community groups) 
  • Latest technology friendly (Use of Smart phones, digital cameras, tablets)
  • Computer and Technology literacy; Good computer skills including Word and Excel [preferred]
  • Knowledge around CP and CFLG/NFLG mechanism at the local level
  • Two-wheeler driving license-[Preferred]

Interested candidates who meet these criteria should apply online and mail their (1) Cover Letter, (2) Updated CV including at least recent two references and (3) a scan copy of Nepali Citizenship at vacancy.irds@gmail.com  or directly submit hard copy to our office by 8 Feb. 2023 before 4:00 PM.

Note: Women, Marginalized and Differently Able are highly encouraged to apply for the position. Only the short-listed candidates will be called for written test and an interview. No telephone calls will be entertained.

बेटी पढाउ बेटी बचाऔँ । विवाह २० वर्ष पछाडि गरौँ । बालविवाह मुक्त समाज निर्माण गरौँ  ।

Overview

Category Public Health, Development and Project
Openings 1
Position Type Full Time
Experience 2+ years, 3+ years
Education Intermediate (10+2), B.P.H. (Bachelors in Public Health)
Posted Date 30 Jan, 2023
Apply Before 08 Feb, 2023
City Mahottari