Programme Coordinator in Oxfam

Oxfam has been working in Nepal since the early 1980s undertaking various development initiatives addressing the poverty and injustice faced by women and other socially and economically excluded groups. The level of Oxfam’s engagement increased substantially after restoration of democracy in 1990 as it became easier for civil society to work in the new political environment.

Over the years, Oxfam has worked in partnership with local civil society organisations and the government to promote rural livelihoods, and vulnerable communities’ resilience to climatic shocks and disasters. It has also significantly contributed to empowering community people, especially women, to; negotiate with people in power, influence decision making processes, claim rights and essential services to whic
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Join and be part of a global organization, which believes that everyone is entitled to a life of dignity and opportunity and works with poor communities, local partner organizations, volunteers and supporters to turn this into reality.  Share your commitment and skills with us, and we will offer you a dynamic working environment, a competitive benefits package, and an opportunity to develop a professional career in one of the world’s leading international development and campaigning organization.
 1) Programme Coordinator– One Position
 Fixed term contract based in Kathmandu
Key Responsibilities:S/he will be working in line with Oxfam’s strategic plans and policy guidelines under the direct supervision of SLFS Programme Manager in coordination with partner organizations, programme team; and maintain a working relationship with programme, advocacy and campaign, human resource, finance and administration teams. S/he will be working closely with Oxfam Hongkong’s South Asia programme team for strategic issues, programme direction and budget.
Requirements: At least Bachelors degree (Preferably Masters degree) in Social science/ Development studies/ Agriculture/ Rural Development and/or other relevant degree with at least 5 years  of substantial experience in managing development programme, preferably in food security and livelihood. Good knowledge on development context of Nepal, its socio economics phenomenon and its effect on poor and marginal people’s lives. Expertise in initiating new programme and partnerships with local NGOs in the country.
Good report writing, documentation and monitoring and evaluation skills. Strong commitment to development work, poverty alleviation and human suffering from humanitarian crises. Knowledge and experience on gender and gender mainstreaming issues in development. Physical fitness and willingness to travel for field work.You should be willing to travel to and stay in the affected area during humanitarian crisis.

Applications for the above position can be sent by 15 October 2014 via mail to recruitment_nepal@oxfam.org.uk or G.P.O. Box 2500, Kathmandu. Only Short listed candidates will be informed for written test and interview.
“Oxfam encourages women, people of ethnic minorities and Dalits to apply.”