Nepal Red Cross Society, Headquarters, Kathmandu

First Published Date

2083/07/12

The Nepal Red Cross Society (NRCS) headquarters invites applications from qualified and interested Nepali citizens for the recruitment of fixed-term positions under the SUDHAR Project

Interested candidates who meet the required qualifications and experience are requested to apply through the link below within 7 days from the first publication date of this notice:

Nepal Red Cross Society Job Application Form

Applications received after the deadline or not submitted in the prescribed format will not be considered. Shortlisting may be conducted for the advertised positions. Applicants may apply for only one position. Salary, allowances, and other terms, conditions, and benefits shall be governed by the rules and regulations of the Nepal Red Cross Society. Ager barrier is not applicant for the NRCS staff.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further process. NRCS reserves the right to reject any or all applications. Telephonic inquiries will not be entertained.

Duty Station

Barahatal Rural Municipality, Surkhet, Karnali Province

Project Support

British Red Cross (BRC) and Swiss Red Cross (SRC)

Accountable to

SUDHAR Project Manager

Implementing Organisation

Nepal Red Cross Society

The Nepal Red Cross Society (NRCS), with the support of the British Red Cross (BRC) and Swiss Red Cross (SRC), is implementing the SUDHAR Project 2026-2028 to strengthen community resilience and support sustainable, inclusive and locally led development in disaster-affected communities of Karnali Province. The project places particular emphasis on Nature-based Solutions (NbS) and Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR), promoting approaches that harness the protection, restoration and sustainable management of ecosystems to reduce disaster risks, address climate-related hazards and strengthen community resilience. These approaches aim to generate environmental and social benefits while contributing to safer and more resilient communities.

The project works in coordination with local governments, NRCS organisational structures, communities and other relevant stakeholders to identify local risks, develop context-specific solutions and strengthen local capacities for disaster preparedness, risk reduction and climate resilience.

The Project Officer will be based in Barahatal Rural Municipality, Surkhet, and will be responsible for supporting the effective implementation, monitoring and documentation of project activities, with a particular focus on NbS, DRR and community resilience.

The Project Officer will be responsible for the day-to-day implementation and technical coordination of SUDHAR Project activities in the assigned area, with a strong emphasis on planning, facilitating and monitoring Nature-based Solutions and Disaster Risk Reduction interventions. The position will support the identification and assessment of local disaster risks, environmental vulnerabilities and climate-related challenges, and facilitate the design and implementation of appropriate, locally led and environmentally sustainable solutions. The officer will work closely with Barahatal Rural Municipality, relevant government line agencies, NRCS district and local structures, community-based organisations and project communities to ensure that project interventions respond to local priorities and contribute to the agreed project outcomes.

The position will also support community participation, institutional capacity strengthening, monitoring and evaluation, community engagement and accountability (CEA), gender equality, diversity and inclusion, and the documentation of good practices and lessons learned. The Project Officer will ensure that all activities are implemented in accordance with the approved project proposal, results framework, work plan, budget, relevant NRCS policies and procedures, and the technical and reporting requirements agreed with BRC and SRC.

The postholder is expected to demonstrate professional integrity, accountability, respect for diversity and commitment to the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, the Code of Conduct and relevant organisational policies.

3.1 Project Planning and Implementation

3.2 Nature-based Solutions (NbS) and Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR)

3.3 Capacity Building and Community Engagement

3.4 Coordination and Stakeholder Engagement

3.5 Monitoring, Reporting and Learning

3.6 Financial, Administrative and Compliance Responsibilities

4. Expected Deliverables and Performance Indicators

The Project Officer will be assessed against the approved project framework, work plan and agreed performance objectives, including:

5. Required Qualifications, Experience and Competencies

Required skills and competencies

6. Working Relationships and Accountability

The Project Officer will be based in Barahatal Rural Municipality, Surkhet, and will be directly accountable to the SUDHAR Project Manager. The officer will work closely with relevant NRCS district and local structures, local government, community institutions, technical agencies and project stakeholders to ensure effective implementation, quality assurance, accountability and sustainability of SUDHAR interventions.

Preference will be given to persons representing Dalits, Indigenous peoples, and minorities. For the district level positions, the candidates from the respective districts and local communities (Karnali Province) will be highly prioritized.

https://www.jobsnepal.com/project-officer-144751