Various Positions

Swisscontact is an independent non-profit development organisation established in 1959 by representatives of the Swiss private sector and civil society. Our development work focuses on private sector-led, sustainable economic development with improved quality of life for all in developing and emerging countries. A key focus is to strengthen the skills of individuals and foster the competitiveness of businesses.

We invite applications from qualified, committed and experienced candidates for the following position at Swisscontact.

Position: Manager – Destination Sustainability and Innovation (DSI) (Pokhara)

Required Education and Experience & Skills:

• Master’s Degree in relevant field with at least 5 years of experience designing, implementing, and managing similar initiatives.
• Demonstrated experience in working in the tourism sector and with government agencies.
• Should be familiar with the understanding of challenges of sustainability in the tourism sector. 
• Experience in developing innovative tourism products and building capacity of tourism enterprises and/or communities. 
• Experience in building and maintaining strong/productive relations with implementing and strategic partner agencies is required.
• Advanced communication skill in both English and Nepali (verbal and written).
• Excellent negotiation and networking skill.
• Willingness and ability to travel.

Position: Project Officer – 2 persons (Pokhara)

Required Education and Experience & Skills:

• Bachelor’s in management, economics, development studies, rural development or in other relevant fields in tourism. 
• At least 3 years of relevant work experience working with the private sector and/or in tourism. 
• Advanced communication skill in both English and Nepali (verbal and written).
• Willingness to take on new assignments at short notice.
• Excellent negotiation skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel.

To Apply: Please visit our website https://www.swisscontact.org/en/countries/nepal/jobs for a detailed job description and submit a Job Application Form Manager DSI Pokhara and Job Application Form Project Officer Pokhara through an online portal.

The deadline for submission of the application is February 4, 2025.

Swisscontact will not entertain any phone enquiries or other such solicitations for these positions. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the selection process. Swisscontact reserves the right to reject any and all applications.

Swisscontact is an equal opportunity employer. Women and applicants from disadvantaged groups are encouraged to apply.