Program Officer- Health and Nutrition / Field Officer- Livelihood

RDC Nepal is implementing and going to implement projects related to Health and Nutrition. Thus, the organization is seeking for qualified, dynamic, and motivated Nepali professional on following positions based in Rautahat District:

1. Position: Program Officer-Health and Nutrition

No. of vacant position: 01

Duty Station: Rautahat District.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead health and nutrition component of the project and monitor performance of the project team ensuring project activities are delivered within scope, time and budget.
• Annual planning, budgeting, and project activities implementation
• Coordinate across health and nutrition field staff to ensure the development and regular use of all technical tools including implementation guideline, quality benchmark, training materials, training curriculum, information materials, behavior change communication (BCC) materials and other resources.
• Orient Field Officers and Mobilizers on programming tools and materials for successful program implementation.
• Capacity building of Field Officers and Mobilizers to ensure adequate competencies at field level to deliver all necessary components of the health and nutrition program.
• Regular monitoring and analysis of program results in coordination with MEAL department. 
• Identify, assess, and communicate risks associated with the implementation of project, and develop mitigation measures 
• Regular reporting, documentation, and collection of success stories on regular basis.
• Maintain strong coordination with funding agency and developmental partners.  
• Maintain strong relationship with technical officials of government institutions and like-minded organizations in the district.

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

Academic qualification and experience:

• Bachelors in public health or Nutrition related Science with at least three years of experience in health/nutrition project management.

Sector Knowledge:

• Sector knowledge on maternal child health and nutrition (Infant and Young Child Feeding practices (IYCF), Integrated Management of Acute Malnutrition (IMAM), Maternal and infant young child nutrition (MIYCN), Multi sector Nutrition Plan (MSNP))
• Government policies, strategies and training packages (Comprehensive Nutrition Package, Nutrition Friendly Local Government)
• Sound knowledge on behavior change communication approaches, Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) approach

Project Management:

• Good understanding on operation issues like timely delivery of services, good planning and monitoring skill.
• Sound knowledge & skill on project risk analysis and management, including ability to manage project activities in changing context.
• Skills to analyze project related data and incorporate in the report
• Sound knowledge on supply chain management
• Monthly budget forecast and planning, quarterly expense tracking and review of expenses. 
• Meet financial requirement and deadline as per compliances; verification of vouchers, advance settlements etc
• Good report writing skills for monthly, semi-annual and annual reports

MEAL:

• Sound skill to make periodic monitoring and evaluation plan
• Sound knowledge on monitoring tools and methods
• Good analysis and presentation skills
• Skills to incorporate the findings/feedback into programming
• Project database (such as real time monitoring, beneficiary tracking) establishment and interpretation skill
• Skilled in using Microsoft office applications and other online based software

2. Position: Field Officer- Livelihood

No. of vacant position: 01

Duty Station: Rautahat District

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support in the preparation and implementation of agriculture and livestock interventions, small business / micro-credit interventions.
• In consultation with the program officer, finalize the beneficiary selection criteria and different categories of IGA support as per the need and preference of the recipient beneficiary. 
• Support field-level needs assessments; on livelihood identification, feasible business types assessment and business plan development activities
• Provide capacity building training to the beneficiaries/ HHs on different themes, cascade different trainings to ensure the quality of economic strengthening interventions.
• Support and facilitate the implementation of agriculture extension, business plan development, marketing and environmentally friendly activities as per the set work plan and methodologies.
• Provide technical support and strategic direction to field-based staff who oversee project implementation

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

Academic qualification and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in agriculture science with more than two years of experience in livelihood/ agriculture related project (preferably Graduation Model and Value Chain Development)

Sector Knowledge:

• Knowledge on Ultra-Poor Graduation model and value chain development
• Facilitate & support for economic empowerment of most vulnerable especially women.
• Knowledge on vocational trainings and alternative livelihood opportunities

Project Management:

• Good understanding on operation issues like timely delivery of services, good planning and monitoring skill.
• Sound knowledge & skill on project risk analysis and management, including ability to manage project activities in changing context.
• Skills to analyze project related data and incorporate in the report
• Monthly budget forecast and planning, quarterly expense tracking and review of expenses. 
• Meet financial requirement and deadline as per compliances; verification of vouchers, advance settlements etc.
• Good report writing skills for monthly, semi-annual and annual reports

MEAL:

• Sound skill to make periodic monitoring and evaluation plan
• Sound knowledge on monitoring tools and methods
• Good analysis and presentation skills
• Skills to incorporate the findings/feedback into programming
• Project database (such as real time monitoring, beneficiary tracking) establishment and interpretation skill
• Skilled in using Microsoft office applications and other online based software

Duties applicable to all staff

1. Abide by and work in accordance with the organization’s principles and code of conduct. Adhere to safeguarding and PSEAH norms and Organizational Procedures and Policies.
2. Actively work towards the achievement of the broader goals and objectives of the project.
3. Perform other work-related duties and responsibilities as assigned by the agency/line manager.

Note: Female candidates will be given priority in order to promote gender equality within the organization. In particular, candidates from minority and marginalized backgrounds are encouraged to apply. However, applicants shall not be discriminated against by caste, religion, ethnicity, age, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, or medical condition.

Application Method

All the interested individuals meeting the criteria above mentioned are requested to submit cover letter with your expected gross salary and updated CV mentioning position on subject line to recruitment@rdcnepal.org by 17th August, 2024 before 5.00 pm.

Rural Development Centre (RDC) Nepal

Chandrapur-04, Rautahat

Contact no: +977 55 520240