Project Coordinator

Vacancy Announcement

Position Title: Project Coordinator (Part-Time, 50%)

Location: Kathmandu, Nepal

Application Deadline: May 3, 2025

Duration: 10 months (with possibility of extension)

Organization: Pravasi Nepali Coordination Committee (PNCC)

Background

Pravasi Nepali Coordination Committee (PNCC) is a non-profit, non-political organization established in 2009 by returnee migrant workers. PNCC is dedicated to protecting and promoting the rights and well-being of Nepali migrant workers and their families. PNCC operates nationally and internationally with a wide network and collaborates with government bodies, community organizations, and international agencies.

Position Summary

The Project Coordinator (Part-Time, 50%) will lead the implementation of project activities, analyze project data, contribute to proposal development, prepare reports, and coordinate with partners. The position demands strong project management, communication, and analytical skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead project activities' planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting.
• Analyze migration-related data, case records, and outreach reports to prepare project documentation and reports.
• Coordinate digital outreach programs, awareness sessions, and community mobilization events.
• Develop Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) materials.
• Maintain strong communication with diplomatic missions, diaspora groups, community organizations, and stakeholders.
• Assist in case management system documentation and reporting.
• Support project monitoring, evaluation activities, and learning processes.
• Represent PNCC in relevant meetings, consultations, and collaborative platforms.
• Support advocacy and policy engagement initiatives related to migrant rights and labor migration.
• Design new project proposals based on PNCC's strategic goals and donor interests.
• Carry out other tasks assigned by the organization.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in social sciences, Development Studies, Public Administration, Migration Studies, or a related field with a minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in project coordination, preferably in migration, human rights, or international development.
• Master's degree in social sciences, Development Studies, Public Administration, Migration Studies, or a related field with at least 3 years of relevant work experience in project coordination, preferably in migration, human rights, or international development.
• Practical experience in designing project proposals for donors.
• Strong knowledge of labor migration issues, migration services, and Nepal's foreign employment policies.
• Competency in data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English and Nepali.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and digital communication tools.
• Knowledge of case management systems, knowledge management, and M&E frameworks is advantageous.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage tasks in a dynamic environment.
• Flexibility to travel domestically and internationally as required.

Core Competencies

• Project Coordination and Management: Ability to lead, organize, and implement project activities effectively.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: Skill in analyzing and interpreting data for learning, reporting, and strategy development.
• Proposal Writing: Ability to conceptualize, design, and prepare high-quality project proposals.
• Communication and Networking: Strong skills in public relations, stakeholder coordination, and representation.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to identify issues, think critically, and propose practical solutions.
• Adaptability and Flexibility: The Capacity to adapt to changing environments and organizational needs.
• Planning and Organization: Strong time management and organizational skills to handle multiple tasks efficiently.

Application Procedure

Interested candidates are requested to submit a cover letter indicating their interest in the position, suitability for the role, and expected remuneration. In addition, candidates must submit an updated CV and a recent passport-sized photograph. They are also required to provide the contact details of three professional referees.

Applications should be emailed to info@pncc.org.np, clearly mentioning in the subject line: Application for Project Coordinator (50%, Part-Time). The application deadline is May 3, 2025. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps.