VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Company: Asha Project
Job Title: District GIS Specialist
No. of positions: 2
Duty station: Project districts
Mode of contract: Annual, with 3-month probation period, and extendable up to the project requirement
Reports to: District Project Coordinator and copy to Project Coordinator
Purpose
To strengthen the capacities of the ASHA District Project Coordination Unit (PCU) and participating government and community institutions to facilitate effective project implementation, and to implement and oversee GIS-based spatial planning for LAPA framework. The position will be based in the selected Project district, within the District GIS Spatial Planning Unit, with at least 50% field travel.
Key Responsibilities and Duties
Maintaining a good understanding of the advances in the field of geo-spatial analysis for climate change adaptation, with particular attention to the relevant technological, operational, institutional and other innovations and best practices at the local, national and global level, the responsibilities include (but are not limited to) the following:
a. Plan and implement Remote Sensing (RS) and Geographical Information System (GIS) study and activities in coordination with the DPCU and other specialists in the team, which aims to generate spatial data required for the ASHA Project particularly on upstream-downstream of landscape for LAPA planning and implementation.
b. Spatially analyse land-use and vulnerability assessment data on a sub-watershed level to enhance LAPA planning and implementation, and facilitate cross-LAPA linkages
c. Identify the areas of application of RS and GIS technology for generating, analyzing and presenting geospatial information about situation, sensitivity and vulnerability of the geo-ecology and people of the selected areas of the district
d. Organize, mobilize and support the RS and GIS team to produce a wide variety of biophysical and socio-economic data, RS and GIS service product as per requirement of the selected sub-watershed areas of upstream-downstream of the selected districts of ASHA Project within the accepted time frame.
e. Prepare a planning for ground truthing and organize field visits.
f. Perform desk review of the relevant literatures, and develop and design RS and GIS methodology for identifying both environmental and socio-economic parameters, which measures sensitivity, hazard/degradation, vulnerability and risk. Produce a report on aforementioned aspects.
g. Perform GIS analysis of the terrain, geology, watershed characteristic, sensitivity, hazard and vulnerability assessment with the help of other staff in consultation with Project Coordinator and National GIS specialist
h. Use, maintain and improve the GIS database developed in the Pre-Project GIS Exercise
i. Periodically report and share progress on the RS and GIS activities and update the results and findings to DPC/PC, National GIS expert and other specialists in the team.
j. Prepare a technical report on the situation and trend analysis of biophysical characteristics (topography, slope process, fluvial system characteristics and land use and land cover change) of the selected areas in the project districts.
k. Work as part of multidisciplinary team to provide RS and GIS generated data and information to the project team.
l. I. Give expert opinion and GIS supported feedbacks to the Project team.
m. Support the team in communication (to convey GIS/spatial information to non-RS and GIS/technical people) through written, oral, and cartographic means.
n. Ensure output and data quality.
o. Support in the assessment of national as well as project policies and processes, providing recommendations to improve project performance, and to make field implementation practical and effective
p. Other tasks as directed by PC.
Minimum Qualification and Experience
• Bachelors degree in geo-spatial mapping, geography, earth science, or related discipline
• At least 4 years of professional experience in relevant field, including 3 years of experience in remote sensing and GIS analysis in the context of climate change adaptation, vulnerability and risk assessment, natural resource management and related fields
• Excellent knowledge of local and national innovations in the field of geo-spatial planning and analysis to support results based management and effective rural development
• Experience in sub-watershed and landscape level planning and analysis
• Extensive experience in institutional strengthening and participatory processes at the smallholder level
• Proficiency in computer, information and communication technology
• Fluency in written and spoken English and Nepali
Benefits and Remuneration
Salary and allowances: The salary will be NRs 90,000 (Ninety Thousand Rupees). Tax on the salary will be as per the government Income Tax Rule. The travel, daily allowances and hotel expenses during field visit will be as per government rules and regulations.
Annual increment: Annual increment of one day salary will be provided upon satisfactory performance.
Leave: 21 days of home leave and 6 days of casual leave will be provided annually, which will not be carried on for next year. 12 days of sick leave per year will be provided which if not taken, can be carried on for the following year. In addition, Mourning Leave — 15 days, Maternity Leave -2 months for women (15 days for men, for maternity care leave) and all public holidays will be provided.
Insurance:
The district GIS Specialists will be insured for his/her life, the project will reimburse 50 % of the monthly premium for the period the specialist will be working in the project, not exceeding Rs. 200 per month, upon submission of copy of insurance policy and receipts
Job Title: Engineer
No. of positions: 1
Duty station: Surkhet
Mode of Contract: Annual, with 3-month probation period, and extendable up to the project period based on satisfactory performance
Reports to: Project Coordinator
Purpose
To strengthen the capacities of the ASHA Project Coordination Unit (PCU) and participating government and community institutions to facilitate effective project implementation, and to implement and oversee a climate adapted rural infrastructure programme at smallholder level in ASHA participating districts. The position will be based in Surkhet, with at least 50% field travel.
Key Responsibilities and Duties
Maintaining a good understanding of the advances in the field of sustainable rural infrastructure development, with particular attention to the relevant technological, operational, institutional and other innovations and best practices at the local, national and global level, the responsibilities include (but are not limited to) the following:
a. Provide technical support in the identification, designing and prioritization of infrastructure schemes proposed in the LAPA such as check-dam, irrigation schemes, watershed conservation structures, drinking water structures, construction of protection measures for settlements and strategic infrastructures etc.
b. In close coordination with the technical team, ensure efficient and cost-effective implementation of small and community based infrastructure schemes identified by the LAPAs, with design that is environmentally sustainable, climate smart and/or climate proof
c. Within the context of the target areas, determine potential water management and irrigation methodologies, providing guidance on their suitability for small groups, including average installation and operating costs per hectare, and the overall advantages and disadvantages in different situations
d. Ensure concems for sustainable infrastructure development are integrated into important project activities, including but not limited to LAPAs, PSD, sub-watershed plans and CCA Toolbox;
e. Develop and implement appropriate design parameters and tools, and support to build capacity of district level field technicians in adequate monitoring and maintenance of infrastructures, climate risk assessments and the prevention of mal-adaptation
f. In collaboration with the Procurement Specialist, schedule and facilitate infrastructure related procurement activities, process, outputs, and outcomes identified through the LAPA process, including finalization of the terms and conditions of service procurements, assessment of the investment proposals for infrastructure, and subsequently supervising the selection of design/supervision and construction contractors, and monitoring the work;
g. In collaboration with the Climate Change Specialist, M&E and KM Specialist contribute to the preparation of the annual work plan and budget and prepare trimester performance reports indicating the achievement of work plan targets and corresponding expenditures, as well as knowledge products exploring and analyzing infrastructure-related adaptation practices with potential for scaling up
h. Participate in annual or other periodic meetings and supervision missions with ASHA stakeholders at the district, regional and national level, with direction from ASHA Project Coordinator
i. Provide technical support to other IFAD funded projects in Nepal upon request, with direction from ASHA Project Coordinator,
j. Assist in M&E and KM of the respective field, with particular attention to CC, GESI, and CCA policy engagement
k. Support in the assessment of national as well as project policies and processes, providing recommendations to improve project performance, and to make field implementation practical and effective;
I. Other tasks as directed by PC.
Minimum Qualification and Experience
• Bachelors degree in civil engineering or related discipline
• At least 3 years of professional experiences in rural infrastructure development, with at least 1 year of field experience
• Excellent knowledge of local, national and global innovations in climate adapted engineering and sustainable rural infrastructure development
• Extensive experience in institutional strengthening and participatory processes at the smallholder level
• Proficiency in computer, information and communication technology
• Fluency in written and spoken English and Nepali
Benefits and Remuneration
Salary: Starting salary for the Engineer will be NRs 90,000 (Ninety Thousand Rupees). Tax on the salary will be as per the government Income Tax Rule. Annual increment: Upon satisfactory performance, the project staff will be provided with annual increment of one day
Leave: All contracted Specialists and Engineer will be provided 21 days of home leave and 6 days of casual leave annually, which will not be carried on for next year. They will also be provided 12 days of sick leave per year, which if not taken, can be carried on for the following year. In addition, they will also be provided with Mourning Leave — 15 days, Maturity Leave — 60 days for women (15 days for men, for maternity care leave) and all public holidays.
Insurance:
All the contracted Specialists or district level Technical Persons will be insured for his/her life, the project will reimburse 50 % of the monthly premium for the period the specialist will be working in the project, not exceeding Rs. 200 per month, upon submission of copy of insurance policy and receipts.
Job Title: Agriculture Specialist
No. of positions: 1
Duty station: Surkhet
Mode of contract: Annual, with 3-month probation period, and extendable up to the project period based on satisfactory performance
Reports to: Project Coordinator
Purpose
To strengthen the capacities of the ASHA Project Coordination Unit (PCU) and participating government and community institutions to facilitate effective project implementation, and to implement and oversee a climate adapted agriculture production programme at smallholder level in ASHA participating districts. The position will be based in Surkhet, with at least 50% field travel.
Key Responsibilities and Duties
Maintaining a good understanding of the advances in the field of sustainable agriculture production, with particular attention to the relevant technological, operational, institutional and other innovations and best practices at the national, regional and global level, the responsibilities include (but are not limited to) the following:
a. Provide technical support in the identification, designing, prioritization, and implementation of agriculture activities proposed in the LAPA, ensuring activities are climate smart and/or climate proof, with prevented mal-adaptation and support to watershed/sub-watershed condition focusing on multipurpose and perennial crops including agro-forestry
b. Assist and support the district agriculture officers to ensure that LAPA activities, process, outputs, and outcomes prioritized by target beneficiaries are implemented effectively and on a timely basis, with adequate technical support to beneficiary groups;
c. In coordination with relevant district offices, support Project activities to strengthen the capacity and network of farmer groups, District Agriculture Development Office (DADO) staff, regional seed quality laboratories, agriculture service providers and agro-vets in target districts, building their capacity in implementation of LAPA prioritized activities through trainings and workshops;
d. Ensure concems for sustainable agriculture production are integrated into important project activities, including but not limited to LAPAs, PSD, sub-watershed plans, and CCA Toolbox;
e. Coordinate and maintain partnerships with relevant sector stakeholders including the National Seed Board, the Seed Quality Control Center, Nepal Agriculture Research Council (NARC) and related divisions, and private sector representations, to facilitate effective implementation as well as improved policies and regulations;
f. Provide technical and coordination support to the PCU in the development of PAR/applied research programme to be implemented by NARC, and the evaluation of climate adaptation technologies and approaches with potential for scaling up;
g. In collaboration with the Climate Change Specialist, M&E and KM Specialist contribute to the preparation of the annual work plan and budget and prepare trimester performance reports indicating the achievement of work plan targets and corresponding expenditures, as well as knowledge products exploring and analyzing agriculture-related adaptation practices with potential for scaling up;
h. Participate in annual or other periodic meetings and supervision missions with ASHA stakeholders at the district, regional and national level, with direction from ASHA Project Coordinator;
i. In collaboration with the Procurement Specialist, finalize the terms and conditions under which competitive grants will be selected and approved under the LAPA process;
j. In collaboration with the Procurement Specialist, schedule and facilitate the PCU level agriculture related procurement;
k. Provide technical support to other IFAD funded projects in Nepal upon request, with direction from ASHA Project Coordinator.
a. Assist in M&E and KM of the respective field, with particular attention to CC, GESI, and CCA policy engagement;
b. Support in the assessment of national as well as project policies and processes, providing recommendations to improve project performance, and to make field implementation practical and effective;
I. Other tasks as directed by PC.
Minimum Qualification and Experience
• Masters degree in agriculture, plant protection, soil sciences or related discipline
• At least 7 years of professional experience in agriculture production programmes, including at least 3 years experience in the senior level and at least 3 years work experience at field level
• Excellent knowledge of local, national and global innovations in climate adapted agriculture production and sustainable land management practices
• Extensive experience in institutional strengthening and participatory processes at the smallholder level
• Proficiency in computer, information and communication technology
• Fluency in written and spoken English and Nepali
Benefits and Remuneration
Salary: Starting salary for the specialist will be NRs 110,000 (One Lakh Ten Thousand Rupees). Tax on the salary will be as per the government Income Tax Rule. Annual increment: Upon satisfactory performance, the project staff will be provided with annual increment of one day salary.
Leave:
All contracted Specialists will be provided 21 days of home leave and 6 days of casual leave annually, which will not be carried on for next year. They will also be provided 12 days of sick leave per year, which if not taken, can be carried on for the following year. In addition, they will also be provided with Mouming Leave — 15 days, Maternity Leave — 60 days for women (15 days for men, for maternity care leave) and all public holidays.
Insurance:
All the contracted Specialists or district level Technical Persons will be insured for his/her life, the project will reimburse 50 % of the monthly premium for the period the specialist will be working in the project, not exceeding Rs. 200 per month, upon submission of copy of insurance policy and receipts.
Job Title: LAPA Coordinator
No. of positions: 1
Duty station: Kalikot district
Mode of contract: Annual, with 3-month probation period, and extendable annually upto the project period based on satisfactory performance
Reports to: District Project Coordinator and copy to Project Coordinator
Purpose
To strengthen the capacities of the ASHA District Project Coordination Unit (PCU) and participating government and community institutions to facilitate effective project implementation, and to implement and oversee Local Adaptation Plan of Action (LAPA) at VDC/sub-watershed level in the project district. The position will be based in the selected Project district, with at least 50% field travel.
Key Responsibilities and Duties
Maintaining a good understanding of the advances in the field of climate change adaptation, with particular attention to the relevant technological, operational, institutional and other innovations and best practices at the local, national and global level, the responsibilities include (but are not limited to) the following:
a. Provide advice for preparing technically sound LAPAs at VDC level, and its alignment with national activities and policies on climate change;
b. Ensure coordination and collaborative ownership of stakeholders on LAPA initiatives and activities in ASHA Project districts;
c. Develop and maintain strategic partnerships and promote networking with IFAD project portfolio stakeholders in the area of LAPA for climate change adaptation, mitigation and capacity development;
d. Provide technical support for the effective implementation of the LAPA, through an interdisciplinary and comprehensive approach;
e. Support the VDCs in the identification, prioritisation, and implementation of activities, process, outputs, and outcomes proposed in the LAPA, informed by GIS and landscape analysis;
f. Work in close coordination with other district technical staff to ensure LAPA prioritised activities are climate adapted and/or climate proof, paying close attention to preventing maladaptation;
g. Prepare the participatory data, based on the LAPA, to contribute to the preparation of the annual work plan and budget
h. Prepare LAPA trimester performance reports indicating the achievement of work plan targets and corresponding expenditures, as well as knowledge products
i. Support local level environment and climate change officials and service providers in implementation and capacity building of climate adapted and/or climate proof activities;
j. Provide technical advice to update and audit all IFAD investments at district level in terms of climate change adaptation and provide technical advice accordingly;
k. Explore opportunities and advise on the adoption of climate-smart planning at district level;
I. Monitor LAPA, CC adaptation, maladaptation and mitigation issues at district level;
m. Work closely in collaboration with district agencies to identify climate-smart innovations, and with KM Officers to disseminate related knowledge.
n. Analyse for cross-LAPA coordination and collaboration, adopting a sub-watershed perspective and maintaining a close relationship with other district teams;
o. Assist in M&E and KM of LAPA formulation and implementation, with particular attention to CC, GESI, and CCA policy engagement;
p. In collaboration with the Procurement Specialist, schedule and facilitate the procurement of relevant goods/services/works;
q. Support in the assessment of national as well as project policies and processes, providing recommendations to improve project performance, and to make field implementation practical and effective at the farmer level, for integration into CCA and GESI Curriculum and Enhanced LAPA manual;
r. Other tasks as directed by PC.
Minimum Qualification and Experience
• Bachelors degree in climate change, environment management, natural resource management, sustainable rural development or related discipline
• At least 5 years of professional experiences in natural resource management, including at least 2 years of experience in LAPA preparation for local level climate change adaptation, and 2 year working experience at field
• Excellent knowledge of local and national innovations in the field of climate change adaptation and sustainable rural development
• Familiarity with GIS, sub-watershed and landscape level planning and analysis
• Extensive experience in institutional strengthening and participatory processes at the smallholder level
• Proficiency in computer, information and communication technology
• Fluency in written and spoken English and Nepali
Benefits and Remuneration
Salary and allowances: The salary will be NRs 80,000 (Eighty Thousand Rupees). Tax on the salary will be as per the government Income Tax Rule. The travel, daily allowances and hotel expenses during field visit will be as per government rules and regulations.
Annual increment: Annual increment of one day salary will be provided upon satisfactory performance. Leave: 21 days of home leave and 6 days of casual leave will be provided annually, which will not be carried on for next year. 12 days of sick leave per year will be provided which if not taken, can be carried on for the following year. In addition, Mourning Leave — 15 days, Maternity Leave -2 months for women (15 days for men, for maternity care leave) and all public holidays will be provided.
Insurance:
The LAPA Coordinator will be insured for his/her life, the project will reimburse 50 % of the monthly premium for the period the specialist will be working in the project, not exceeding Rs. 200 per month, upon submission of copy of insurance policy and receipts
Last date to apply: 2 September 2017
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This job announcement was published in Annapurna Purna Post on 13 August 2017
