Assistant to Head of Veteran Services (E1 – Internal & External)

British Gurkhas Nepal (BGN), UK Ministry of Defence (MoD)

Ref No

147; Issued date: 04 August 2026

British Gurkhas Kathmandu (BGK)

Assistant to Head of Veteran Services (HVS) is responsible to assist Gurkha veterans and their eligible dependants in the UK settlement application process, help them apply National Insurance and provide information about the settlement including welfare provisions available in the UK. In addition, S/he will be responsible for offering administrative and clerical support to ensure efficient operation of BGN Veteran Services (VS).  The role demands a proactive, organised individual with highly developed IT skills who can handle multiple tasks simultaneously, with exceptional attention to detail.

In BGN, our civilians underpin and facilitate our ability to recruit Gurkhas into the British Army.   In BGN we believe your unique experiences, view and understanding of the world could provide a vital perspective and contribution to our work.

We recognise that great minds do not think alike and are striving to increase our diversity representation at all levels.   As an equal opportunity employer, we hire, train, and promote people based on merit and inspire to create an inclusive workplace free of discrimination. All job adverts in BGN are subject to fair and open competition.

This position is advertised at 37 hours per week.

You will be an individual with energy, enthusiasm and experience who will relish the opportunity of working in BGN and thrive in a challenging environment. Assistant to HVS is to follow the instruction given by the Line Manager adhere to Job Description for guidance and contribute diligently towards the team. Candidate should be able to work well in a team understanding the duty. Must be able to demonstrate the behaviours which is available as a link below.

Success Profiles (click here to learn about Behaviours required for this job)

We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: See this Success Profiles (please ensure you have read this and are well conversant with the behaviours asked for selection and interview).

Benefits & Working Environment

Successful candidates must meet the security and medical requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is a Govt of Nepal Police Report for employment in Nepal. Pre employment medical check will be carried out by BGN.

You will be assessed on your English language and IT skill as well as job-related knowledge and skills through Theory and Practical assessment to qualify for interviews during the sifting and selection process.

This vacancy is using Success Profiles, and will assess your Behaviours and Experience.

We will assess you against these behaviours during the selection process

Success Profiles (Please ensure you have read this and are well conversant to the behaviours asked for)

Candidates will be required to provide Prior Employment details to include job history; qualification details and previous skills and experience using the BGN Application Form ONLY. NO CV’s to be attached.

Candidates will be required to provide a Statement of Suitability of no more than 250 words. Please provide experience relevant to the role. (Please don’t repeat your Job history and Qualifications/Training in this section).

Please note: All interviews for this position will be conducted in English. Candidates should be prepared to demonstrate their English language proficiency during the interview process.

Applicants who influence or manipulate the selection/recruitment process in any form/way will be disqualify for this job and future employment with BGN.

Email

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https://www.jobsnepal.com/assistant-to-head-of-veteran-services-143553