Project Coordinator

SEDA-Nepal

Details / requirements:

About SEDA-Nepal

Sustainable and Equitable Development Academy (SEDA-Nepal) is a Nepalese non-governmental organization established in Jumla which works in 5 district of Karnali Province (i.e. Jumla, Kalikot, Dolpa, Mugu and Humla) in the areas of community mobilization, livelihood, poverty alleviation, advocacy, social development, natural resource management, good governance, health and education. SEDA-Nepal’s major interventions are directed towards poor, vulnerable, marginalized and disadvantaged groups.

SEDA-Nepal in partnership with Plan International Nepal is implementing the Child DREAM Project (under the theme of Early Childhood Development-ECD) in Jumla &Kalikottargeting pregnant women and caregivers of children under three years of age.

Accordingly, SEDA-Nepal invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates to fill in the following positions immediately.

Location: Naraharinath Rural Municipality, Kalikot

Position: Project Coordinator (1 position)

Main Responsibilities

  • Planning and implementation of project activities without compromising its quality as per agreed with Plan International Nepal
  • Ensure high degree of technical expertise while the implementing project relevant to technical specifications/standards
  • Manage Child DREAM project as a leader with day to day operations
  • Work closely with local government representatives and other stakeholders for effective implementation of the Child DREAM Project
  • Organize and conduct orientation, trainings at District level, Rural/Municipality and Province level on early childhood Development
  • Work closely, coach and support project facilitators (ECD team) to achieve program quality at target community
  • Monitor the progress of community facilitators/social mobilizers through frequent field visits, report performance on monthly basis
  • Advocate for promoting children’s agenda on Early Childhood Development in annual and strategic planning of R/Municipalities in line within influencing objectives
  • Attend meetings, workshop, trainings, exposure visits and interaction program organized by Plan International Nepal, SEDA-Nepal and other organization (relevant sector) as well
  • Liaise with different teams within Plan and outside Plan for the implementation of integrated programmes (e.g. education, protection, Health, WASH etc.)
  • Ensure lessons learnt, challenges and case studies are documented in the project

Qualification & Required Skills

  • At least Bachelor’s degree in Public Health (BPH) from a recognized university with 2-3 years’ experience in health projects or in relevant area. Or Master’s Degree in Public Health (MPH) from recognized university with at least 1 year experience.
  • Strong knowledge of child and women’s rights and gender justice, advanced understanding of the development and NGO sector 
  • Experience of working with coalitions and networks
  • Excellent project report writing, data management, writing case/success story, documentation and presentation.
  • Excellent computer skills including Word, Excel and Power-point
  • Experience of working closely with government health sector and priority programs.
  • Possessed effective skills to facilitate trainings, seminars and various orientation activities
  • Good interpersonal skills and media mobilization skills. 
  • Experience of office management, staff management, basic finance management and procurement management

Application Submission Process

Qualified applicants who meet these criteria’s should send their (1) Application Letter, (2) Updated CV with at least two recent references, (3) one PP size photograph, (4) a scan copy of Nepali Citizenship and (5) Relevant Academic/Training Certificates to: sedavacancy@gmail.com or directly submit hard copy to our head office at Jumla, Sustainable and Equitable Development Academy (SEDA-Nepal) by 24th March, 2023 before 5:00 PM.

Note: Women, marginalized, differently Abled and those from disadvantaged backgrounds are highly encouraged to apply for the position. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. No telephone calls will be entertained and any other direct or indirect solicitation may lead to disqualification of the candidacy.  The organization reserves right to reject any/all applications without assigning any reason.

Overview

Category Development and Project
Openings 1
Position Type Full Time
Experience Please check vacancy details.
Education M.P.H. (Masters in Public Health), B.P.H. (Bachelors in Public Health)
Posted Date 19 Mar, 2023
Apply Before 24 Mar, 2023
City Kalikot