Program Development Manager

RIMS-Nepal

Details / requirements:

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

RIMS-Nepal is a not profit making, non-governmental organization committed to transform lives and living of poor and vulnerable people by managing resources, strengthening capacity of communities and stakeholders, promoting social justice and equality through climate change adaptation and mitigation activities, promoting income and employment opportunities for women, youths and most marginalized and vulnerable people. In order to achieve its goals through innovative program development exploring funding opportunities, RIMS Nepal is looking for the experienced and qualified candidates for the following positions with given requirements. 

Position: Program Development Manager (Part-time) 

Location: Kathmandu 

Last date of application: 23 March 2025  

Duration: Fixed term for six months, with possible extension 

Key responsibilities:

  • Explore funding opportunities within and outside of country aligning with objectives and strategies  of RIMS Nepal 
  • Write concept notes and proposals for fund raising 
  • Coordination and linkage with funding agencies, government, private sectors and other stakeholders 
  • Explore the possible consortium, alliance for collective and collaborative effort 
  • Ensure proper implementation of HR, financial and other policies of the RIMS Nepal

Knowledge and skills:

  • Understanding of donor landscape, government priorities and existing opportunities and challenges 
  • Experience and understanding of climate change and Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) and its impact in livelihood of people in Nepal, climate smart agriculture and local adaptation approaches 
  • Familiar with small and micro enterprise development, value chain and food security 
  • Strong concept note proposal writing skills 
  • Sound understanding of Project Cycle Management including Log-frame and MEAL  
  • Coordination and networking skills with governments, I/NGOs and other stakeholders 
  • Good Interpersonal and Communication skill 
  • Teamwork, dedication and creativity 
  • Respect the core values of organization (Respect, Integrity, Marginalized, Women and poor focused, Sustainability)

Education / Qualifications 

  • Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, Forestry, Environment science or other relevant subject. Master’s degree is preferable  

Experience 

  • At least five years of experience development sector in relevant roles 

Languages

  • Strong spoken and writing skills in English and Nepali.

Interested candidates are requested to submit their update biodata along with cover letter indicating their time commitment and expected salary by 23 March 2025, 17:00 PM to the Chairperson, RIMS-Nepal at rims.rimsnepal@gmail.com. RIMS-Nepal promotes workforce diversity and applies positive discrimination to the candidates from disadvantages groups (Women, Dalit, Janajati, Madesh/Terai and other minority groups. RIMS Nepal reserve the right not to select any candidate if not matched with organizations expectation and their experience and salary expectation. 


Overview

Category Development and Project, Development / NGO
Openings 1
Position Type Part Time
Position Level Senior Level
Experience 5+ years
Education Master's preferred, Bachelor's degree in a related field, B.Sc. (Agriculture), Bachelor’s degree in Forestry
Posted Date 09 Mar, 2025
Apply Before 23 Mar, 2025
City Kathmandu