Local Professional / Trainee

Vacancy Announcement

Forum for Protection of Public Interest (Pro Public), a non-profit and non-governmental organization, is looking for an experienced, self-motivated, and qualified candidate for the following positions.

Position: Local Professional (1) 

Duration: Initially (from November 1, 2024 to February 28, 2025) with possible extension

Location: Kathmandu along with travel for the project initiatives in different districts

Education/Professional Qualifications and Skills:

• Master's in Social Science, Conflict, Peace and Development Studies, or relevant field. 
• Preference will be given to applicants with relevant work experience (at least three years), preferably in implementing peace building projects, project management and planning, budgeting and working with multiple partners and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of mediation, Dialogue, and Nonviolent Communication (NVC) or other forms of nonviolent conflict transformation, peace building, or related issues is required.
• Ability to work in a structured and self-sufficient way while understanding and adapting to organizational needs 
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with people from different backgrounds  
• Good communication skills in English and Nepali (both verbal and written).

Detail Job Description can be downloaded from the following link:

JD Link: https://drive.google.com/uc?export=download&id=1uqVRH-TS1mIRXkFZq-f_UXc6vAT6gJEr

Information Form Excel

Link: https://drive.google.com/uc?export=download&id=1TuxoxoW9kPAWiwr9alfiyQtMDRQ3mQ0V

Position: Trainee (1) 

Duration: One year (possible engagement in projects during or after tenure)  

Location: Kathmandu subject

Education/Professional Qualifications and Skills:

• Completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in social science or similar discipline; or final year student;
• Willingness to support in the regular office activities; events (meetings, workshops, interactions, training, etc.) coordination, drafting letters, minutes, communication; documentation and so forth;  
• Willingness to support/prepare/learn the project proposals for exploring the resources and opportunities; 
• Coping skills to work with a diverse team and managing the responsibilities even on short notice; 
• Fluent in Nepali and English, both spoken and written;  
• Proficiency in computer use i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, email/internet, Google Drive, Nepali Typing (Preeti) etc.; 
• Priority will be given to a candidate who has a motorbike license.

Detail Job Description can be downloaded from the following link:

JD Link: https://drive.google.com/uc?export=download&id=1cS00Rk_2LQ-YlkZlhToWTpOOlMHbzy0_

Information Form Excel

Link: https://drive.google.com/uc?export=download&id=1TuxoxoW9kPAWiwr9alfiyQtMDRQ3mQ0V

Qualified and interested Nepali citizens externally and internally are requested to send a complete application including CV, two referees, auto size photograph, possible starting date, academic and professional certificates to the email address vacancy@propublic.org by no later than October 28, 2024 at 5 pm. Women, Dalit, Janajati and Madheshi candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Terms of References (ToRs) for the position is also available on website: www.propublic.org. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a written test and interview. Telephone enquiries will not be entertained.

The Executive Director 

Forum for Protection of Public Interest (Pro Public)

Post Box No. 14307

Link Marga, Kuleswore, Kathmandu, Nepal

Email: vacancy@propublic.org