Project Coordinator

Vacancy Announcement

Samari Utthan Sewa (SUS) is a non-governmental, not-for-profit organization established in 2008 by youth from the Dalit community. The organization is dedicated to advocating for the rights of Dalits and other minority groups, addressing critical issues related to caste, gender, and sexuality. With a strong emphasis on sustainable community development, knowledge production, advocacy, and results-based management, SUS has positioned itself as a leading civil society actor in Nepal.

SUS is currently seeking two dedicated and experienced Project Coordinators to lead the following initiatives: Protection and Assistance to Vulnerable Internal Migrant Workers from the Adult Entertainment Sector (AES) in Nepal - SHARMIK, and Prevention of Trafficking and Exploitation of Women and Vulnerable Children in Chitwan District - PROTECT.

The SHARMIK project aims to drive systemic change and promote sustainable social protection for internal migrant workers by empowering local governments to implement effective social security and protection schemes. Additionally, the project seeks to enhance the resilience of internal migrant workers through strategies that improve access to dignified job opportunities, livelihood support, skill development training, legal aid, and psychosocial counselling.

In contrast, the PROTECT project is strategically designed to mitigate the risk of human trafficking, with a particular focus on internal trafficking. By fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for survivors, this initiative aims to empower individuals to reclaim their dignity and reintegrate into society. To achieve these objectives, the project will establish a community-owned and sustainable framework that prioritizes access for poor, vulnerable, and marginalized groups, recognizing the critical role of local engagement and ownership in addressing the complex issues surrounding trafficking.

Position title: Project Coordinator

No. of Positions: 2

Duty Station: Bharatpur, Chitwan

Key Responsibilities

Project Management:

• Ensure the effective implementation and institutionalization of organizational policies, rules, and regulations.
• Manage and oversee the performance of staff, consultants, volunteers, and office assets under established organizational policies and regulations.
• Develop and implement project plans, timelines, and budgets.
• Guide and oversee financial management activities, ensuring compliance with accounting policies and procedures, accurate financial record-keeping, and timely reporting to management and funds.
• Monitor project progress and ensure alignment with objectives and outcomes.
• Collaborate within a team to identify, develop, and submit campaign and project proposals to potential donors and partners, aligning them with the organization's mission.
• Prepare and submit regular reports, and case studies, to stakeholders.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Collaborate with local government, informal worker's groups, networks, CSOs, and community organizations to promote project goals.
• Organize and facilitate meetings, workshops, and training sessions.

Capacity Building:

• Conduct training for stakeholders, trade unions, worker's groups, local partners and community members.
• Empower self-help groups, and a network of internal migrant workers to enhance their capacity and effectiveness.

Advocacy and Awareness:

• Advocate for the rights of vulnerable migrant workers and promote awareness of available services and protections through various means of dissemination including social media.
• Conduct research, make policy briefs, and disseminate project findings and best practices to relevant stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• A degree in social sciences, development studies, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in project coordination, preferably in migration, social protection, or community development.
• Strong understanding of labour rights-related policies, programmes and standards.
• Excellent writing (English and Nepali), communication and interpersonal skills, and team management with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in relevant software and tools for project management.

Working Conditions:

• The position is based in Bharatpur Metropolitan City, with frequent travel to project sites.
• Flexibility in working hours may be required to accommodate project needs.

Application Process:

SUS encourages women and candidates from Dalit, Janjati, and sexual minority communities to apply for this position, specifying the project name in their application. Interested candidates should submit their CV and a cover letter outlining their relevant experience, salary expectations, and motivation for applying to samari.utthan@gmail.com by December 25, 2024. Applications submitted without a cover letter and CV will not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for a written test and interview. Please note that telephone inquiries will not be entertained.