Call for Roster Applications for Experts and Resource Persons

SPARSHA Nepal

SPARSHA Nepal is a community-led, not-for-profit, and non-governmental organization that primarily works with People Living with HIV (PLHIV) and key populations at high risk of HIV transmission for HIV prevention, diagnosis, quality treatment, support, and care as well as for other infections such as Tuberculosis, Hepatitis C, and Sexually Transmitted Infections. The organization also works on reducing stigma and discrimination as well as for evidence-based advocacy.

Details / requirements:

Call for Roster Applications for Experts and Resource Persons

Job Title: Call for Roster Applications for Experts and Resource Persons

Type of Contract: Individual Consultant or Consulting Firm 

Location: Consultancy can be office-based, home-based, or on-site 

Deadline: 15th December 2023 

About Us:

SPARSHA Nepal is a community-led, not-for-profit, and non-governmental organization that primarily works with People Living with HIV (PLHIV) and key populations at high risk of HIV transmission for HIV prevention, diagnosis, quality treatment, support, and care as well as for other infections such as Tuberculosis, Hepatitis C and Sexually Transmitted Infections. The organization also works on reducing stigma and discrimination as well as for evidence-based advocacy.

Call for Roster Applications:

In our ongoing efforts to expand our reach and enhance our impact, we are inviting applications to create a roster of skilled and dedicated individuals as experts or resource persons for consultancy positions. The roster will serve as a pool of potential candidates for current and upcoming projects, events, and initiatives. We are seeking organizations and individuals with expertise in the following areas: 

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Position

Qualifications and Experience

1

Legal Consultants (Advocacy Lawyers)

  • Degree in Law and officially licensed to practice law
  • Minimum 3 years of legal practice, advocacy, and legal representation
  • Legal research and drafting skills 
  • Good understanding of Nepal’s political systems, human rights situation, legislative framework, the current situation
  • Prior knowledge on issues related to drug use, harm reduction, HIV, tuberculosis, hepatitis, STI, mental health, or gender issues will be given a priority
2

Public Health Researchers (Drug Use, HIV, Tuberculosis, mental health)

  • Relevant degree in Public Health, Social Sciences, Medical Sciences, or related field
  • Proven 3 years of experience in research, research methodology, survey design, data analysis, and research report writing
  • Prior knowledge on issues related to drug use, harm reduction, HIV, tuberculosis, hepatitis, STI, mental health, or gender issues will be given priority
3

Resource Persons for Training and Workshops (Trainer, Facilitator, Resource Persons)

  • Relevant expertise in the specific area (e.g., harm reduction, HIV, tuberculosis, hepatitis, STI, mental health, legal rights, etc.)
  • Training and facilitation skills 
  • Demonstrated experience conducting training workshops

Note:

This roster is not for a specific job opening but will be used to identify suitable candidates for future opportunities. By applying, candidates agree to be included in SPARHSA Nepal’s roster for three years during which they may be contacted for potential collaboration. 

Selection Process:

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview when any position opens up. The selection process may also include a skills assessment or other relevant evaluations. 

How to Express Your Interest: 

If you possess expertise in any of the mentioned areas, we invite you to submit your CV or resume with an application letter and a copy of your PAN card. Indicate the specific area of expertise in the email (in the subject line if possible). In case of applying to a consulting firm, kindly submit your organizational profile, latest tax clearance certificate, VAT registration certificate, and company registration certificate for enlisting in the roster. 

SPARSHA Nepal values diversity and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We firmly believe in safeguarding against any form of sexual or non-sexual exploitation, abuse, harassment, and discrimination as an essential commitment, ensuring a secure and respectful environment for all individuals involved in our initiatives, and therefore will conduct reference and background checks to the selected firms/applicants. 

Application Submission Details: 

Please submit your applications to vacancy.sparsha@gmail.com by  15th December 2023.

Overview

Category Development and Project, Development / NGO
Openings 3
Position Type Contract
Experience Please check vacancy details.
Education Please check vacancy details
Posted Date 21 Nov, 2023
Apply Before 15 Dec, 2023
City Lalitpur