Various Positions

Food for Life Nepal

JOB OPPORTUNITY

Date of Publication: 2025.1.2

Food for Life Nepal (FFLN) is a non-governmental, non-profit, secular organization. FFLN is formally registered with the District Administration Office (DAO No. 910) in Kathmandu and is affiliated with the Social Welfare Council (SWC No. 42035). Registered with Inland Revenue Office for annual tax exemption and monthly VAT submission with PAN#232 our registered statute provides us to engage in numerous activities of social integration in Nepal.

FFLN is working as an implementing partner of 'mid-day meal' program for community schools which is conceived, sponsored and funded jointly by the Federal Government of Nepal and local municipality. Our major responsibility of this program is to prepare and on-time delivery of the stated quality and quantity of warm, hygienic, organic and nutrition-certified meals to the attending number of students every school day in the community schools we have identified and agreed to be associated with. 

The vision, concept and very basic objective of this program is to invest in our country's primary human resource development sector among financially below-average denizens as well as in developing a positive mind-set that ultimately result in meeting school-going children's 100% enrollment; and help control the cycle of student drop-outs in community schools.

FFLN envisaged a vision of its own to help achieve this prime goal of the Federal Government of Nepal with a realistic grass-root level approach: (a) sector-wise central kitchen (b) nutritionist prepared and certified mid-day meal menu for each school-day (c) well-prepared warm, hygienic and organic food for on-time delivery.

FFLN mission is to reach out to serve 25,000 community school children with the pre-cooked, warm, hygienic, organic and nutrition-certified mid-day meal by 2032 AD to help meet the Federal Government basic objective of this program. Today we have been able to do so for 10,000 + students so far; and steadily growing to reaching out to other areas. FFLN encourages every stakeholder and guardian of the family for enrollment and retainment of their ward(s) as well as to discourage the students of their possible drop-outs.

Nepal boasts of a staggering 350,000 community schools, working tirelessly to provide education opportunities to children of deprived socio-economy. While the government extends support for free meals to these schools, the challenges of meal management persist due to limited fund. Food for Life Nepal plays a crucial role, acting as an instrumental bridge to fill the gap between the meagre resources available and the nutritional needs of the students. The impacts of the Mid-Day Meal program on children, communities, and the environment are substantial. The increase in student enrollment, attendance rates, and overall academic performance, along with the promotion of equality and better health outcomes, are clear indicators of its positive influence.

FFLN is an equal opportunity employer offering every team-member to explore & expose their unique quality and potentiality alongside their line of duty. As part of its service expansion and extension policy to reach out to as many community schools as possible in Nepal, FFLN is almost set to start this very program to Madhayapur Thimi Municipality in Bhaktapur district. It boasts of 18 community schools in total with around 3,500 ECD to class V students to cater to. 

FFLN invites applications from competent, innovative, young, and energetic with 'result-oriented' mind-set and team-spirited candidates for the following positions for our up-coming Madhyapur Thimi community school 'mid-day-meal' program. 

Manager - Operations - One

Eligibility:

He/she should be a university graduate in any stream preferably management with a minimum of three years of work experience in a similar position in any development field. Candidates with a flair for change and innovation are highly encouraged to join our team.

Key responsibility:

As a team leader, he/she is basically responsible for the preparation, production, supply and on-time delivery of mid-day-meal to 3,000 ECD to class V students of 18 community schools in that area. Besides, he/she is required to update daily operations activity report to submit it to the Executive Manager at the center.

As a Fund-raising associate, one of the basic components of the line of duty is to oversee daily financial activity. Our sustainability, growth and our everyday program management depends on our ability to collect donations from various sources. Social marketing activity to identify prospective donors; and a passion to convince them for their contribution to our program is an important job content of this position.

As a station manager, he/she is required to act precisely to achieve stated goal with smooth accomplishment of everyday service delivery without compromise. He/she is responsible to conduct periodic monitoring and feed-back survey among stakeholders to determine our program's stated 'standard' of consistent quality of our service. He/she is responsible for providing weekly reports to the Executive Manager on overall progress and challenges.

As a good communicator, he/she should possess an IT-based ability to share timely inter-office on-time communication among team-mates to discharge the day's assignment smoothly.

As a protocol compliant associate, he/she is required to help maintain work-place discipline, create an environment of sharing and learning; and comply with the set standard of office 'protocol' among team-mates.

Nutritionist cum Quality Control Officer - One

Eligibility:

He/she should be a university graduate in nutrition, food science, or any related field, with a minimum of three years of work experience in a similar position, preferably in a development or food service setting. Candidates with a strong understanding of food safety, nutrition, and quality control, along with a passion for promoting health and well-being, are highly encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibility:

As a team member, he/she is responsible for ensuring that all meals prepared at the centralized kitchen meet the nutritional standards and quality requirements for the children served. This includes collaborating with the kitchen staff to plan, develop, and monitor menus that provide balanced, healthy, and age-appropriate meals for over 10,000 children across 26 community schools.

As a food safety and quality control, 

He/she is tasked with ensuring that food preparation and handling adhere to hygiene and safety standards. This involves conducting regular inspections, monitoring food storage, and ensuring proper sanitation practices are maintained throughout the kitchen operation. Additionally, he/she will be required to assess the consistency of meal quality and make recommendations for improvements.

As a data-driven professional, 

He/she will collect and analyze nutrition-related data, track the dietary intake of children, and ensure that nutritional requirements are being met. The nutritionist will also play a key role in evaluating the impact of the meals on the children's health and development, ensuring that the program meets its nutritional goals.

As an educator and trainer, he/she will provide guidance to kitchen staff, educating them about food safety, nutrition, and quality control practices. Regular training and workshops on nutrition and hygiene standards will be part of the responsibilities.

As a report compiler,

He/she is required to prepare and submit regular reports on nutrition assessments, meal quality, and any identified areas for improvement to the Executive Manager. This includes keeping detailed records of any issues or challenges related to food quality or nutrition.

As a protocol-compliant associate, 

He/she will help maintain workplace discipline, encourage collaboration and sharing of knowledge among team members, and ensure adherence to the established protocols and guidelines within the kitchen environment.

Accounts Officer - One

Eligibility:

He/she should be a university graduate in accounting management with a minimum of three years of work experience in a similar position in any development and / or corporate field. Candidates with a flair for analytical, data-based, accurate and updated periodic reporting are encouraged to join our team.

Key Responsibility:

As an accounting associate, he/she is basically responsible for the overall daily book-keeping activities of the project under TALLY software. He/she is required to fully comply with the prevailing standard norms of financial and accounting procedure and policies.

As a procurement associate, he/she is required to be part of a team under Manager - Operations in managing and executing necessary daily procurement process. Daily market research of quality of supply items and their competitive price list prior to issuing a purchase order is an essential part of this position. Accordingly, he/she is fully responsible for inventory updates.

Cost-effective spending and comparative data analysis of the total cost of operations every month is an important component of this position. Follow and comply in total agreement with the budgetary guidelines.

Kitchen Manager/Head Cook - One

Eligibility:

He/she should be a SEE graduate with a minimum of three years of work experience in a similar position in any corporate outlet. Persons with good practical knowledge over mass-cooking of vegetarian food are encouraged to join our team.

Key Responsibility:

As a head/manager of kitchen, he/she is basically responsible for the on-time preparation and production of stated nutrition-defined, quality & quantity of 'mid-day-meal' for supply and delivery to 3,000 ECD to class V students of 18 community schools in that area. Ensure an utmost sense of food hygiene in its preparation and service delivery by maintaining cleanliness among all attending staff and their work-place.

Devise new menu items, he/she should be capable of identifying some new organic veg food items in coordination with nutritionist to add to existing menu for seasonal change.

As a procurement associate, he/she is required to be part of a team under Manager - Operations in managing and executing necessary daily procurement process. Ensure that the quality and quantity of the supplied items are up to the mark.

As a protocol compliant associate, he/she is required to help maintain work-place discipline, create an environment of sharing and learning; and comply with our set standard of office 'protocol' among team-mates.

Cook/Kitchen Attendant - Six

Eligibility:

He/she should be a SEE graduate with a minimum of one year of work experience in a similar position in any corporate outlet. Persons with good practical knowledge over mass-cooking of vegetarian food are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibility:

As an associate to head cook, he/she is basically responsible to help support the kitchen team under the head cook in on-time preparation works and mass production process of the day's stated food item. As a team member one has to ensure an utmost sense of food hygiene in its preparation and service delivery by maintaining cleanliness in and around the work-place.

As a procurement associate, he/she is required to help prepare purchase requisition, purchase order and in goods receiving process. Verification of vendor supplied items in its quality, quantity and competitive market price to report it to the head cook.

Administrative Assistant - One

Eligibility:

He/she should be a SEE or plus 2 graduate in any stream, preferably in business administration or management, with a minimum of two years of work experience in a similar position, ideally within a development or food service setting. Candidates with strong organizational, communication, and administrative skills are highly encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibility:

As an administrative assistant, he/she is responsible for supporting the daily operations of the centralized kitchen located at Madhyapur Thimi serving mid-day meals to 3,000 students across 18 community schools. This includes managing office correspondence, organizing and planning for meetings, and assisting in the preparation of reports and documents related to kitchen operations.

As a support staff member,

He/she will maintain accurate records of inventory, staff attendance, and operational reports. He/she will assist in coordinating the procurement of supplies and equipment necessary for meal preparation and delivery, ensuring that the kitchen runs smoothly and efficiently.

As a communication liaison,

He/she will facilitate effective communication between the kitchen staff, management, and other stakeholders. This includes scheduling meetings, managing emails, and ensuring timely dissemination of important information across all teams to ensure smooth daily operations.

As a report compiler,

He/she will help coordinate with the 18 schools and collect cheques and reports and preparing regular reports on operational performance, food safety, staff management, and resource utilization, submitting them to the Operation Manager. This includes tracking key performance indicators to ensure that kitchen activities align with program goals and quality standards.

Communication cum Documentation Officer - One

Eligibility:

He/she should be a university graduate in any stream, preferably in communications, business administration, or a related field, with a minimum of two years of work experience in a similar position. Candidates with excellent writing, communication, and organizational skills, and the ability to manage both internal and external communications, are highly encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibility:

As a communication officer, he/she will be responsible for managing internal and external communications for the centralized kitchen serving mid-day meals to 3,000 students across 18 community schools. This includes drafting, editing, and distributing newsletters, reports, and updates to stakeholders, ensuring that all communications are clear, professional, and aligned with the organization’s goals.

As a documentation officer,

He/she will oversee the proper documentation of all kitchen operations, including daily activity reports, inventory records, staff attendance, and other key operational details. He/she will ensure that all documents are accurately filed, easily accessible, and comply with organizational standards.

As a liaison,

He/she will coordinate communications between the kitchen staff, management, schools, and other stakeholders. This includes handling queries, managing correspondence, and ensuring timely responses to both internal and external communications.

As a report compiler,

He/she will assist in preparing and submitting regular reports on kitchen operations, food safety, meal delivery, and staff performance. These reports will be shared with the Operation and Executive Manager to ensure the program's smooth functioning and alignment with its objectives.

As a social marketing associate,

He/she will support the fundraising efforts by preparing communication materials aimed at engaging prospective donors and promoting the kitchen’s mission. This includes drafting appeal letters, brochures, and social media content to raise awareness and encourage financial contributions.

Local Fundraising Officer - One

Eligibility:

He/she should be a university graduate in any stream, preferably in management, marketing, or a related field, with a minimum of three years of work experience in a fundraising or donor relations role, ideally within a development or social service setting. Candidates with strong communication skills, a passion for community development, and the ability to build relationships with donors are highly encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibility:

As a fundraising officer, he/she will be responsible for securing financial support for the centralized kitchen serving mid-day meals to 3,000 students across 18 community schools. This includes identifying potential local donors, cultivating relationships, and developing strategies to engage them in the organization’s mission.

As a donor engagement professional,

He/she will manage communications with existing and prospective donors, keeping them informed about the impact of their contributions. He/she will create compelling proposals, presentations, and other materials to persuade potential donors of the importance of supporting the program.

As a social marketing associate,

He/she will be responsible for promoting the program locally, leveraging social media, events, and other marketing activities to raise awareness and attract contributions. This includes organizing fundraising events, campaigns, and initiatives to generate support for the program's sustainability.

As a financial manager, he/she will monitor daily fundraising activities, track donations, and ensure that all funds are properly documented and allocated. He/she will also prepare regular reports on fundraising progress and achievements, sharing them with the Operation Manager to ensure that targets are being met.

As a program ambassador,

He/she will advocate for the program within the community, building partnerships with local businesses, schools, and other organizations to increase financial and in-kind support. He/she will also collaborate with the kitchen and administrative teams to align fundraising efforts with operational needs.

Applications and deadlines

To apply, please send a motivation letter mentioning expected salary and resume outlining your relevant experience and qualifications to vacancy.ffln@gmail.com by Friday, January 31, 2025 before COB. Please specify the position you are applying for in the subject line.

Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview.

Food for Life Nepal is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, or disability status. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Food for Life Nepal has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of its policies, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. FFLN also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.