Experience Required

More than 4 years

Sparśa is a women-led social business based in Bharatpur, Chitwan producing biodegradable menstrual pads made from locally sourced banana fibre. It is a social business spin-off of NIDISI Nepal and together with our sister organisation NIDISI gGmbH in Germany we work at the intersection of menstrual health, circular economy, and social entrepreneurship.   Our vision is to build a financially sustainable business that improves menstrual health, strengthens local livelihoods, and contributes to Nepal's circular economy.

As Sparśa moves from product development to commercialization, we are seeking an entrepreneurial leader who can transform a promising innovation into a thriving, scalable social enterprise.

About This Position

The CEO/Entrepreneurial Lead will be responsible for leading Sparśa's business growth, commercialization, and long-term financial sustainability. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building businesses from the ground up, identifying new opportunities, solving complex challenges, and creating lasting social impact. Unlike a traditional operations role, the CEO/Entrepreneurial Lead will focus on developing business strategy, strengthening market positioning, building strategic partnerships, validating markets, preparing products for launch, and driving commercial growth. The day-to-day management of factory operations is led by the Factory Manager. The CEO/ Entrepreneurial Lead works closely with production and technical teams to ensure that business decisions are commercially viable and aligned with customer and market needs. This position requires a high level of ownership, initiative, and adaptability. The successful candidate should be comfortable working in a startup-like environment where priorities evolve quickly, resources are limited, and innovation is encouraged.

Key Responsibilities

Business Strategy & Growth

Develop and implement Sparśa's business growth strategy and roadmap.

Lead the transition from product development to market readiness and product launch.

Identify new business opportunities, customer segments, and revenue streams.

Continuously assess market trends, competitors, and customer needs to guide business decisions.

Strengthen Sparśa's long-term financial sustainability and scalability.

Business Development & Strategic Partnerships

Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, distributors, retailers, NGOs, municipalities, development partners, and corporate organizations.

Develop strategic partnerships that expand Sparśa's market reach and impact.

Identify institutional buyers and commercial opportunities.

Lead negotiations and relationship management with key partners.

Represent Sparśa in meetings, networking events, conferences, exhibitions, and stakeholder engagements.

Market Development

Lead market validation activities and customer engagement.

Develop pricing strategies and market positioning.

Coordinate product launch planning and commercialization activities.

Establish distribution strategies and sales channels.

Gather customer feedback to improve products and market fit.

Support the development of marketing and promotional strategies in collaboration with the communications team.

Financial Sustainability & Business Performance

Support budgeting, financial forecasting, and business planning.

Monitor business performance, pricing, and commercial viability.

Analyze financial and operational data to support strategic decision-making.

Recommend improvements that strengthen profitability and long-term sustainability.

Balance commercial objectives with Sparśa's social and environmental mission.

Cross-functional Leadership

Coordinate closely with the Factory Manager to ensure commercial plans align with production capacity and product development.

Foster collaboration across production, finance, marketing, and technical teams.

Establish quarterly business objectives and monitor progress.

Promote a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.

External Representation & Advocacy

Serve as one of the primary public representatives of Sparśa.

Promote Sparśa's mission and products through external engagements.

Build relationships with ecosystem partners, investors, media, government agencies, and development organizations.

Advocate for women's entrepreneurship, menstrual health, circular economy, and sustainable manufacturing.

Qualifications & Experience Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Entrepreneurship, Marketing, Management, Economics, or a related field.

A Master's degree is an advantage but not required. Experience

Minimum 4–5 years of relevant experience in entrepreneurship, business development, startup environments, or leading and growing a business or social enterprise.

Demonstrated experience in business strategy, market development, sales, or commercialization.

Experience building partnerships and managing external stakeholders.

Experience working in dynamic, fast-changing environments with significant ownership and responsibility.

Experience working with social enterprises, development organizations, or impact-driven businesses is highly desirable.

Skills & Competencies

Entrepreneurial Leadership

Strong entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to identify opportunities and create solutions.

Strategic thinker who can translate ideas into practical action.

Comfortable taking calculated risks and making informed decisions.

Business Development

Strong networking and relationship-building skills.

Excellent negotiation and partnership development abilities.

Ability to identify and convert business opportunities into sustainable growth.

Financial & Business Acumen

Good understanding of pricing, budgeting, profitability, and financial sustainability.

Ability to analyze business performance and make data-informed decisions.

Business minded while maintaining social impact objectives.

Communication & Representation

Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building abilities.

Ability to represent Sparśa confidently with diverse audiences.

Innovation & Problem Solving

Creative, proactive, and solution-oriented.

Comfortable navigating ambiguity and changing priorities.

Continuously seeks opportunities for improvement and innovation.

Personal Attributes

We are looking for someone who is

Entrepreneurial and opportunity-driven.

Passionate about building businesses with social impact.

Strategic yet hands-on.

Self-motivated and highly accountable

Curious, adaptable, and resilient.

Ethical and transparent in decision-making.

Collaborative and respectful of diverse perspectives.

Passionate about women's economic empowerment, menstrual health, and sustainability.

Location

Bharatpur, Chitwan, Nepal (Field travel within Nepal as required)

This position is based in Chitwan, where Sparśa's production facility and core operations are located. We encourage applicants who are currently based in Chitwan or are willing to relocate to Chitwan for this role.

Why Join Sparśa?

Joining Sparśa is an opportunity to build something meaningful from the ground up. This is more than a management role, it's a chance to shape the future of a women-led social enterprise that is tackling menstrual health, creating green livelihoods, and advancing Nepal's circular economy.

Sparśa is committed to building an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued and everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We welcome applications from people of all genders and strongly encourage individuals from indigenous, rural, and marginalized communities to apply. As a women-led social enterprise advancing menstrual health, women's economic empowerment, and the circular economy, we particularly encourage women, especially those from marginalized backgrounds to apply, as increasing women's leadership is central to our mission.

About Company

Nidisi Nepal is a non-profit organization established in 2019 committed to making a meaningful impact on the lives of underprivileged communities in Nepal.

We are a Nepali European non-profit organization dedicated to building innovative and scalable social business solutions that empower women and promote the circular economy solutions.

Rooted in development cooperation, our mission is to foster equality, financial independence, and sustainable development within local communities. By placing women at the heart of circular economy initiatives, we empower them to lead, gain control over their lives, and make self-determined decisions.

We act locally and share knowledge globally through our two pillars—the NIDISI Project Incubator (Atelier) and the NIDISI Knowledge Hub (Academy)—creating a feedback loop to advance our mission.

Within the NIDISI Project Incubator in Nepal we work together with local communities in Nepal to implement social business models in the areas of plastic recycling, clean water access, menstrual hygiene, and education, addressing societal and environmental challenges.

In the NIDISI Knowledge hub in Germany we collect and share insights from these projects globally to enhance development practices. These pillars work together, refining and expanding our impact.

We believe women empowerment and the circular economy approach are key to driving change. Our vision is a world where social businesses empower people, reduce inequalities, and protect the planet. We aim to create a future where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

By sharing best practices with like-minded organizations, we strive to replicate success across the global south and beyond, expanding our impact.

At NIDISI, we believe in the power of collaboration and innovation to drive empowerment and reduce inequalities. Together, we can create a better future for all.

Because

HUMANITY CAN DO BETTER!