Posiiton

Project Officer

About the Organization

Human Development and Community Services (HDCS) is a faith-based NGO working in three main sectors of health, education, and community development since 1991. Currently, it manages various projects across Nepal especially in rural regions and provides services through hospitals, health camps, public health programs, disaster preparedness and response, school development programs, teacher training, educational daycare centres for special needs children, and community radio stations. HDCS is committed to attracting and retaining the best employees from all ethnicities, gender and backgrounds in our vision to transform the communities.

About the Position

Location

Central Office with frequent and weeks-long stays in project locations

Employment Type: Highly flexible working times. Full-time 40 working hours per week. The employment contract will be on a yearly basis.

We are looking for a motivated and passionate individual to join our team as a Project Officer for the SAMBHAV project. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working young people from rural area, teaching lifeskills, being responsible for a thriving hostel culture and handling professional networking with vocational training institutions.

The Project Officer will be responsible for the implementation of all SAMBHAV project activities, finance handling, reporting to partners and liaison with government authorities and vocational training institutions. The role offers great opportunities for professional growth in project management and social work.

Key Responsibilities

Implement all SAMBHAV Project activities for Part 1 (6-month Kathmandu-based Vocational Training & Hostel Program) as well as for Part 2 (Rukum-based Business Training Program)

Select suitable young persons for Part 1 and 2 of SAMBHAV project

Handle all finance matters including billing of all expenses, procurement of vocational training courses, financial planning and reporting

Report to HDCS line manager as well as international funding partner organization.

Create a thriving community culture for all program participants and alumni

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with specialization such as Social Work, Social Science, Public Health, or other.

At least one experience related to youth or community-based work through employment, internship, volunteering, academic projects, or similar activities.

Strong verbal and written communication skills in English

Willingness to travel regularly and for extended stays (4-8 weeks) to project location Rukum.

Desired Competencies

We are particularly looking for candidates who demonstrate

Passion for developing the capacities of rural youth

Strong understanding of living reality in rural area

Good conflict management skills with compassion and professionality

Strong learning ability and curiosity

Living values of integrity and honesty

Good communication and teamwork skills.

Application Deadline

Sept 12, 2026

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.