United Mission to Nepal (UMN) is an international non-government development organisation which aims to enable the poorest people living in poverty to transform their lives, leading towards the fullness of life. As we serve the people of Nepal, multicultural teams of Nepali and volunteer expatriate staff work alongside local organisations in eight districts (six clusters and two hospitals), building partnerships that lead to healthy, dignified, and empowered individuals and transformed communities.

Position: Project Officer – Education (based in Bajhang)

No. of Position: 1 (Woman only)

The purpose of this position is to ensure the successful implementation of Thalara Education Projects (TEP) in Bajhang Cluster.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or Social Sciences with minimum three years of working experience in education sectors specially in child friendly teaching-learning and quality education.
• Three years of working experience in project management with a particular focus on Activity Based Learning (ABL), child-friendly education, Inclusive Education, Education in Emergency (EiE), ECD, and systems to support effective programming.
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of government education policies, programmes, priorities and issues related to school education in Nepal.
• Strong experience in project management including planning, budgeting, monitoring, reporting, partner management, and developing proposals.
• Excellent communication skills both in Nepali and English language, both written and verbal.

Salaries and benefits will be according to UMN policy.

All interested individuals who meet the minimum qualifications are encouraged to apply for these positions. The Job Description and Application Form can be downloaded below.

Completed application forms should be sent by e-mail to nepali.recruit@umn.org.np by 5:00 pm on Wednesday, 9 October 2024. Short-listed candidates will be invited to participate in an assessment process.

Minority and marginalised groups are highly encouraged to apply for the position.