Protection Officer

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

(First Time Published on 6 January 2026)

KIRDARC is an NGO dedicated to uphold the rights of marginalized and excluded communities through its interventions on Human Rights, Democracy and Good Governance with especial focus on building capacities of right holders, duty bearers and civil society contributing to inclusive growth and fair development. It works with a vision of ‘a just and prosperous society’.

KIRDARC Nepal is implementing the “Integrated Protection and Community Engagement” and “Integrated Nutrition and Livelihoods” Program in Jumla district in partnership with World Vision International Nepal. Therefore, KIRDARC Nepal is expecting the job applications from suitable qualified, dynamic, and motivated candidates to fulfill the vacant position of Protection Officer based in, Jumla district.

Position Description: Protection Officer, 1 Person (Based in district headquarter, Jumla)

Academic Qualification and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in social work, sociology, law, or a related field, with at least three years of relevant experience.

Key Skills and Knowledge required:- Strong understanding of child protection, survivor-centered approaches, and CP-related laws, policies, and mechanisms, with demonstrated experience in capacity building for children, parents, and caregivers, community campaigning, CP case management, and policy advocacy.

For more details, visit the detailed Job Description here.

Interested candidates who meet these criteria should send their Application Letter and KIRDARC Job Application Form to vacancy@kirdarc.org by 14 January 2026, before 5:00 PM. The CV/Resume is not necessary to submit but the prescribed KIRDARC Job Application Form is mandatorily required to apply. The interested candidates can download the KIRDARC Job Application form from here.

Preference will be given to disadvantaged groups (Female, Dalit, Janajati) and local resident in the recruitment process. The person working with this organization must be committed to following the provisions of the child protection and safeguarding policy of the organization. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Any telephone inquiries/and or attempts to apply undue influence will result in the disqualification of candidates. KIRDARC Nepal reserves the right to reject any application without assigning any reason whatsoever.

Note: The written test will be conducted physically at different cluster offices of KIRDARC Nepal. Candidates will be informed about the available locations and may select the one that is most convenient for them.