Various Positions

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

About the organisation

Adara Development is an international development organisation that supports communities living in poverty with health, education and other essential services. It also includes a ‘for purpose’ part whose sole objective is to fund Adara Development’s admin and emergency project costs. 

Since 1998, we’ve built Remote Community Development programmes that improve health and education outcomes in remote areas in Nepal.

After 27 years, the Adara Group is scaling significantly, and we are seeking an enthusiastic and energetic education specialist to join the Nepali team to lead our Education Programme. 

1. Job Advertisement: Head - Education Programme Nepal

Leading international development organisation seeks Head - Education Programme Nepal.

Bullet Points

• International development organisation with head office in Australia and offices in Nepal and Uganda
• Has an excellent global culture with a passionate and enthusiastic staff of around 100
• Opportunity to have meaningful impact on remote communities in Nepal through leadership and management of education programmes
• Competitive salary 
• Must be a Nepali citizen

Key objectives of the role

The overall goal of this job is to uplift the quality of Adara’s education work and increase the impact of our programs to ensure all children (especially girls in Adara’s partner communities in Humla and Ghyangfedi), have access to quality education up to higher secondary and above, so that the community has an educated and employable population, and children are protected from trafficking and abuse. 

In this role you will:

• Execute Adara’s Remote Education model, oversee all education projects, and provide input into strategic plans and budgets;
• Manage staff on the ground to deliver education projects in Nepal;
• Upscale and share our education work globally;
• Engage key stakeholders and community.

This role is based in Nepal and the successful candidate must be a Nepali citizen.

Knowledge, skills, and competencies 

• Master’s degree in education or relevant subject
• At least 7 years of relevant experience
• Experience working for government or non-governmental organisations
• A leader, able to work independently and use initiative 
• An understanding of development principles and how to apply them in line with Adara Development (Nepal)’s long-term vision 
• Excellent people management and leadership skills 
• Good computer skills and communication skills in Nepali and English
• Willingness to travel and work in the remote Humla district for lengthy periods of time

Full Job Description available here: https://www.adaragroup.org/development/get-involved/work-with-us/head-education-programme-nepal/

 or email to careers@adaragroup.org 

2. Job Advertisement: Head - Health Programme Nepal

Leading international development organisation seeks Head - Health Programme Nepal.

Bullet Points

• International development organisation with head office in Australia and offices in Nepal and Uganda
• Has an excellent global culture with a passionate and enthusiastic staff of around 100
• Opportunity to have meaningful impact on remote communities in Nepal through leadership and management of education programmes
• Competitive salary
• Must be a Nepali citizen

Key objectives of the role

The overall goal of this job is to uplift the quality of Adara’s health work and increase the impact of our programs to improve access to, and outcomes of, quality healthcare services in Adara’s partner communities in Humla and Ghyangfedi.

In this role you will:

• Execute Adara’s Remote Health model, oversee all education projects, and provide input into strategic plans and budgets;
• Manage staff on the ground to deliver health projects in Nepal;
• Upscale and share our health work globally;
• Engage key stakeholders and community.

This role is based in Nepal and the successful candidate must be a Nepali citizen.

Knowledge, skills, and competencies

• Master's degree in public health or relevant subject
• At least 7 years of relevant experience
• Experience working for government or non-governmental organisations
• A leader, able to work independently and use initiative 
• An understanding of development principles and how to apply them in line with Adara Development (Nepal)’s long-term vision
• Excellent people management and leadership skills
• Good computer skills and communication skills in Nepali and English
• Willingness to travel and work in the remote Humla district for lengthy periods of time

Full Job Description available here: https://www.adaragroup.org/development/get-involved/work-with-us/head-health-programme-nepal/

or email to careers@adaragroup.org 

Application process

To apply please submit your CV and an accompanying covering letter by mentioning the position that you are applying for, explaining why you are interested in the Head - Education Programme Nepal role or the Head – Health Programme Nepal role for Adara Development, and how your values, skills and experience meet the criteria.

Please send to careers@adaragroup.org

Applications will be assessed on receipt, and shortlisted candidates will be contacted for 

interview. 

Please note applications close on Monday, 14th April 2025 for above roles,  if you are interested, we would encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Please visit: www.adaragroup.org