VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Organization: Sabal Nepal
Sabal Nepal, a non-profitable social development organization of Nepal. Currently, Sabal Nepal is implementing the Welthungerhilfe(WHH) supported project titled “Strengthening municipal-wide WASH governance for social change in Siraha District-NPL 1060” &“Early Childhood Development (ECD) Centers for child friendly school initiatives in Saptari, NPL 1062 Project ” in Province No. 2, we invite applications from interested and qualified Nepali citizens for the following position.
Position: Project Coordinator (Technical) -1 No. (For NPL 1062-ECD Project, Saptari)
Location (base): Rupani Rural municipality, Saptari
Expected joining date: As soon as possible
Contract type: Fixed Term Contract till 30 June 2021
No of opening: 1
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION: Bachelor’s Degree Civil engineering from a recognized university is required
PRIOR WORK EXPERIENCE: Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Architecture, or other related discipline from a recognized university. Full membership of a major professional body; namely civil engineering. If private, proof. At least 3 years of demonstrated work experience with an I/NGO in Early child Development center (ECD) construction and management. In addition, the incumbent is required to have one years of management experience in civil engineering projects. Well versed with computer aided design software (MS offices, AutoCAD, ETABS, STAAD Pro etc.) Outstanding communications and networking skills. Fluent English and Nepali in speaking, reading, and writing are required. Local language proficiency (Bajika, Bhojpuri, Maithili) will be a plus Hold 2-wheeler valid license. Willing to adopt, work and travel in the terai community.
LANGUAGE: Fluent English and Nepali in speaking, reading, and writing are required. Local language proficiency (Bajika, Bhojpuri, Maithili) will be a plus
KNOWLEDGE: Must have expert knowledge of infrastructure rules and regulations in Nepal, building and construction practices and codes as well as a comprehensive knowledge of local and international building construction codes/norms and relevant environmental requirements standards.
Key Responsibilities :
Under the general guidance from Executive Director, the Project Coordinator will undertake the following duties.
- Direct construction, operations, and maintenance activities at project site.
- Direct or participate in surveying to lay out installations and establish reference points, grades, and elevations to guide construction.
- Estimate quantities and cost of materials, equipment, or labor to determine project feasibility.
- Provide technical support to carry out the capacity development and community engagement activities with/for partners, communities and local stakeholders that are directly linked with project activities
- Must have expert knowledge of infrastructure rules and regulations in Nepal, building designs and construction practices and codes as well as a comprehensive knowledge of GoN building construction codes/norms specialization in Early child Development (ECD) and relevant environmental requirements standards.
- Must have extensive knowledge of engineering principles, seismic hazards, river and water basins and flooding, rainfall, seasonal weather, and atmospheric variations, etc.
- Inspect project sites to monitor progress and ensure conformance to design specifications and safety or sanitation standards.
- Prepare the Daily Project Report and Detailed Project Report (DPR) of all planning, progress and ongoing construction works in coordination with team members.
- To submit the technical progress report on every activity’s completion i.e. before the running bill being passed for payment.
- Knowledge of gender in development principles and demonstrated experience in their application.
- Ability to serve as a proactive, multi-activity liaison to optimize synergies and coordination among programs.
- Strong leadership experience in budget management (including project budgets), financial planning and analysis.
- As budget holder, ensure budget is appropriately phased and appropriately coded.
- Take lead in cash forecasting of the project and keep senior management up to date on same.
- Ensures that budgets are spent according to forecast, limiting to its maximum rephasing and budget amendments
- Provide a narrative analysis of the monthly management accounts
- Coordinate with support department (M&E, compliance, finance, logistics and Human resource) to ensure regular program implementation, quality assurance and compliance
- Prepare different level reports in coordination with subordinates, experts, related stakeholders independently.
- Holds self-accountable for making decisions, managing resources efficiently, achieving and role modelling organizational values
- To communicate and orient the community about the objectives of project and organization.
- To conduct public audit, group discussion, orientation of the activities before, during and at the end of the project.
- Oversees identification of suitable and reliable suppliers, vendors, providers and contractors of goods and services in support of programme implementation in accordance with organization procurement guidelines.
- Encourages and supports programme staff in proper planning of purchases(For more please find the attached JD for this post)
Position: WASH Officer (Technical ) – 1 No.(For NPL 1060 Project, Siraha)
The position is responsible for leading overall WASH facilities design, implementation, monitoring and supervision of construction work being implementing under the project.
Qualifications and Experiences :
Bachelor’s degree in water engineering, civil engineering, or other related discipline., At least 3 years of experience in similar position/related, candidates having prior work experiences in NGOs/INGOs is highly preferred. Professional experience in community WASH programs in displaced populations. Excellent program implementation skills (AUTOCAD, MS office package). Good Communication and Negotiation skills. Fluency in spoken and written English and Nepali. Knowledge in Maithili and Local language will be an asset. Hold 2-wheeler valid driving license. Full membership of a major professional body; namely civil engineering. If private, proof of license Willing to travel, adopt and work in terai community.
Key Responsibilities :
Under the general guidance from Executive Director and Project Coordinator (SABAL), the officer will undertake the following duties.
- Ensure the development of accurate Bill of Quantities (BoQs) and detailed technical drawings for all the WASH interventions in liaison with relevant technical staffs from the government authorities and funding agency.
- Supervise and be responsible for all the technical aspect for project implementation, make sure that contractors/users committee complete project ensuring quality , efficient, and accurate manner
- Ensure community involvement at all phases of the project and the development of community ownership of the project.
- ensure construction standards as well as the security practices is well maintained at the project site.
- Provide feedback to the monitoring and evaluation system to assess the effectiveness and the impact of the projects and propose recommendations for improvement
- Contribute to the development of constructive solutions to challenges identified by the community and contractors
- Facilitate and maintain a good professional relationship between organizations, communities, contractors, and the local government
- Keep close communication with WHH technical staffs and share progress and get advices if applicable
- Develop and maintain weekly, monthly plans and written comprehensive records of engineering work undertaken in the project including site visits and reporting of work progress
(For more please find the attached JD for this post)
Anticipated joining date and contract period: Desired Joining date is as soon as possible and will be for one-year contract period with three months of provisional period.
Position: WASH Officers (Non-Technical)– 2 Nos (For NPL 1060 Project, Siraha)
This position is based on Project Filed Office with the allocation for 80% time for field level co-ordination, Social mobilization, planning with WASH mentors and Change agents, development of Palika level detail implementation plan, assurance of quality delivery of project activities including hardware and software, filed based monitoring and supervision, reporting and documentation of accomplished activities whereas 20% time for documentation, review and supportive activities to the entire project team.
Qualification and experiences: At least 2-3 years of similar experience with I/NGOs and government specially in Terai region of Nepal. Having Bachelor’s degree in Public Health/Environment sciences/ engineering, development studies, bachelor’s in social work or equivalent degree from the recognized university. Solid working experience in Water supply, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) particularly focusing on safely managed drinking water, Post-ODF (Total sanitation), Fecal Sludge Management and Solid Waste management. Good skill in Social Mobilization, Participatory Community Development Process, empowerment, networking, lobby, and advocacy. Good communication, negotiation, and analytical skills. Knowledge on financial management and staff supervision/coaching/mentoring. Enthusiasm to work with poor, vulnerable, and socially marginalized community with the high motivation and positive attitude towards the change and empowerment. Fluent in Nepali and English language, knowledge of Terai local languages (Tharu, Maithali) would be an added advantage. Two-wheeler driving license is mandatory.
Assignment: Under the direct supervision of Executive Director and Project Coordinator(Sabal Nepal), he/she will be responsible for effect and efficient implementation of project activities, supervision, coaching and mentoring of project filed staffs(WASH Mentors, Change Agents) with the closed coordination of municipal authorities, local stakeholders, and higher authorities of Sabal and Welthungerhilfe project team. He /She will also be accountable for extending the coordination, coherence and harmonization with local government, stakeholders, line agencies and I/NGOs working within the Palika to create an amicable environment to achieve the desired project goals and outcomes.
Anticipated joining date and contract period: Desired Joining date is as soon as possible and will be for one-year contract period with three months of provisional period.
(For more please find the attached JD for this post)
Position: WASH Mentor – 1 No. (For NPL 1060 Project, Siraha Municipality Siraha)
The position is based in the Siraha Municipality Siraha district with frequent visits to project locations.
Qualification and experiences: Intermediate or equivalent academic degree having 2 years of relevant experiences in WASH and social mobilization and fluent in speaking & report writing in Nepali and local languages. Potential candidate having bachelor’s degree is preferred. The Applicant should have high commitment to contribute for a long time in the organization. The advantages will be given from a local community.
Assignment: 100% Field based position working as a front-line staff to assurance the timely implementation and follow up of project activities ensuring the quality of work. (may modify as upon program requirement). Person having computer skill, basic skill on documentation and report writing will an advantaged.
(For more please find the attached JD for this post)
Safeguarding:
We respect and follow the safeguarding policy every time. The post holder will have contact with children and/or young peoples, vulnerable communities and stakeholders either frequently or intensively in the program area because they work for country programs; or are visiting country programs; or because they are responsible for implementing policy and the police checking/vetting process staff.
Last date to apply: 18th November 2020
HOW TO APPLY
Please send or submit your updated CV with at least 2 reference with one current/immediate employee supervisor, application letter, and a current passport size photo on any of the following addresses. All the interested applicants are requested to mention the expected salary and befits in an application letter with the reason for your motivation to work with this organization/project.
E-mail: [email protected]
or
Sabal Nepal
Head Office Rajbiraj-1, Saptari
Before 05:00 PM, 18th November 2020
Female, Dalit, Janjati, Madeshi, Unreached/Marginalized Youths, and Locals are encouraged to apply.
E-mail: [email protected]
or
Sabal Nepal
Head Office Rajbiraj-1, Saptari
Before 05:00 PM, 18th November 2020
Female, Dalit, Janjati, Madeshi, Unreached/Marginalized Youths, and Locals are encouraged to apply.
