Project Manager

Vacancy Announcement

Heifer International Nepal is a non-profit, humanitarian organization dedicated to ending hunger and poverty and caring for earth by providing livestock, education, and other resources to help poor families become self-reliant. Heifer invites applications from eligible Nepali citizens for “Building Agroforestry-based Adaptation Plans for Resilient Floodplains (BAGAR)” project for the following position.

Project Manager -1

Location – Rautahat, Janakpur Region

Major Roles and Responsibility:

The Project Manager for the “Building Agroforestry-based Adaptation Plans for Resilient Floodplains (BAGAR)” project will manage the implementation of ecosystem-based adaptation plans aimed at enhancing resilience in flood-prone areas of Nepal. This role involves managing project resources and coordinating closely with local communities, stakeholders, and partners in Nepal’s Madhesh Province (Gadhimai Municipality, Rautahat District) and Bagmati Province (Marin Rural Municipality, Sindhuli District). The position will ensure the successful development and timely execution of project activities, emphasizing participatory planning and capacity building that incorporates the needs of marginalized groups, particularly women.

Educational Qualifications and Experience:

• A Bachelor’s degree in environmental science or a related field is required; a Master’s degree is preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience in project management, particularly in Nature based solutions, Ecosystem based adaptation, watershed management, agroforestry, community development, or related fields.
• Proven experience working with marginalized communities and a strong understanding of gender and social inclusion issues.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with the ability to work in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage and inspire diverse stakeholders, particularly women and vulnerable groups.
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies, including monitoring and evaluation techniques

ESSENTIAL COMPETENCIES:

• Demonstrate a high degree of honesty and integrity.
• Willingness to work flexibly outside normal working hours.
• Fluent in written and spoken English; knowledge of local languages is a plus.
• Ability to foster and maintain a spirit of unity, teamwork and cooperation.
• Constant face-to-face, telephone and electronic communication with colleagues, potential donors, and the general public.
• Motivated to work responsibly with little supervision.
• Ability to meet and deal with others in a courteous and tactful manner.
• Ability to work with sensitive information and to maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Sensitivity in working with multiple cultures and beliefs, and to gender equity.

Job Description (Download from Here)

Application Form (Download from Here)

How to apply:

A cover letter mentioning expected salary along with application form, latest curriculum-vitae, a recent passport size photograph, a copy of Nepali citizenship certificate should be submitted at hr.nepal@heifer.org by November 27, 2024, 5 : 00 PM. Please Indicate the position that you are applying for. 

Only short-listed candidates will be invited for the interview. Telephone enquiries will not be entertained.

Heifer International Nepal

Hattiban, Lalitpur-15

P.O. Box: 6043, Kathmandu 

Email: hr.nepal@heifer.org