Technical Coordinator-Climate Change and Disaster Management
Oxfam has been working in Nepal since the early 1980s undertaking various development initiatives addressing the poverty and injustice faced by women and other socially and economically excluded groups. The level of Oxfam's engagement increased substantially after restoration of democracy in 1990 as it became easier for civil society to work in the new political environment. Over the years, Oxfam has worked in partnership with local civil society organisations and the government to promote rural livelihoods, and vulnerable communities' resilience to climatic shocks and disasters. It has also significantly contributed to empowering community people, especially women, to; negotiate with people in power, influence decision making processes, claim rights and essential services to which they are entitled, demand accountability on the part of duty bearers and engage larger masses in advocacy efforts. Oxfam also worked closely with UNHCR in providing assistance to Bhutanese refugees during the 1990s. Oxfam and its long term programme partners believe that the underlying structural causes and drivers of poverty must be addressed if improvements in peoples's lives are to be broad and lasting. Poverty is not one-dimensional; nor is it purely local in its causes and solutions. Therefore, Oxfam's work addresses not only material and technical change, but also the related economic, social, institutional and policy changes which are necessary to end poverty and achieve development and wellbeing. The Oxfam Nepal Vision is: The people of Nepal are empowered and work together to attain a life of dignity with justice and equal rights for all. The Overall Nepal Programme Goal is: to improve the well being of vulnerable people through strengthening their participation in development and governance processes and reducing poverty and suffering.
Details / requirements:
Technical Coordinator-Climate Change and Disaster Management
"Applicable for Nepali Nationals only"
Level: D1
Duration: Fixed term contract until March 31, 2021 with possibility of extension
Location: Kathmandu
Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty.
The Role
Technical Coordinator- Climate Change and Disaster Management is responsible for facilitating the project- “Enhancing CSOs roles as key development partners for climate resilient policy and practices” in province 2 and technical support to disaster management related works of Oxfam in Nepal. As a technical coordinator, the post holder will be overall responsible for project management and providing technical support to partners to implement the project. This position is also responsible for coordination and relation building with stakeholders of the project and enhancing technical and managerial capacities of the partner NGOs for climate change and Disaster Management.
What we are looking for
Technical Coordinator- Climate Change and Disaster Management will require to be exceptional, dedicated, and highly motivated professional, with a strong commitment to Oxfam's values and beliefs with the following qualification and competencies:
- Bachelor’s Degree in engineering/ forestry/ environment science or social science with the work experience of climate change and disaster management in Nepal.
- Hands on project management experience with at least 5 years’ experience in project and partnership management and Financial Management, online MIS, and the use of excel.
- Technical knowledge/experience in climate change and disaster management sector
We offer
This role will provide you with an opportunity to make a difference in Oxfam by working closely with a group of passionate people that are specialists in their field of Gender, WASH and Water Governance, Resilience and Climate Justice and so forth along with the national and international training and development opportunities. Our offer consists of fair pay and competitive benefits package.
Our values and commitment to safeguarding
Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people, adults and beneficiaries with whom Oxfam GB engages. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.
The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organization.
All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks. Oxfam GB also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms his/her understanding of these recruitment procedures.
We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organisation and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
How to apply
If this sounds like you, please go to this link to apply: https://jobs.oxfam.org.uk/vacancy/12348/description
Application for the above position can be sent by 5 July 2020, Sunday. If you would like to learn more about this role, please refer to job profile.
As part of your online application, please upload your up to date CV and a covering letter explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the job profile. Your application will be shortlisted based on your CV.
About us
Oxfam is a global community who believe poverty isn’t inevitable. It’s an injustice that can be overcome. We are shop volunteers, women’s right activists, marathon runners, aid workers, coffee farmers, street fundraisers, goat herders, policy experts, campaigners, water engineers and more. And we won’t stop until everyone can live life without poverty for good.
Oxfam GB is a member of international confederation of 19 organisations working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian, development and campaigning, in more than 90 countries.
Overview
| Category | Development and Project |
| Openings | 1 |
| Position Type | Full Time |
| Position Level | Mid Level |
| Experience | 5+ years |
| Education | Bachelors in Engineering |
| Posted Date | 19 Jun, 2020 |
| Apply Before | 05 Jul, 2020 |
| City | Kathmandu |
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