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Vacancy Announcement-Senior Program Development and Communication Officer
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location-icon Kathmandu
calendar-icon 17 Sep 2024

Vacancy Announcement

 

Bird Conservation Nepal (BCN), the BirdLife International Partner in Nepal, is seeking applications from qualified Nepali candidates for the position of Senior Program Development and Communication Officer.

 

Job title            : Senior Program Development and Communication Officer

Reports to          : Chief Executive Officer

Duration             : One year with the possibility of extension on a contract basis

 

 

Working Area: Primarily head office based in Kathmandu with 20% travel to field

 

Main Responsibilities:

Senior Program Development and Communication Officer will be responsible for identifying programmatic priorities and funding opportunities, developing concept notes and proposals and drafting activities, budget and log-frames to support Bird Conservation Nepal's mission and goals to protect bird species, conservation of sites and habitats most significantly Important Bird and Biodiversity Areas (IBAs) and Key Biodiversity Areas (KBAs), implement actions for threatened species and engage with local communities for sustainability. The Senior Program Development and Communication Officer should possess the ability to strategic thinking, creativity and project development skills to develop innovative programs that address key issues for the conservation of birds and their habitats

 

Required skills and education:

 

Master’s degree in Zoology, Forestry, Environment, Natural Resource Management or any other relevant subject. Minimum three years of relevant working experience in program/project development in conservation sector. Proven track record of successful fund raising and network established in previous work. Good command of both English and Nepali languages and familiar. Good presentation, communication and interpersonal skills.

 

Salary: As per BCN rule

 

 

Interested and qualified Nepali citizens should apply with an updated resume addressing clearly the position in the subject of the email, description and required competencies, along with a cover letter stating why you feel you are suitable for the role. Applications must be submitted by 17 October 2024.

 

Please submit your application to:

                             

                             Human Resources Division

                              Bird Conservation Nepal

                              PO Box 12465

                              Lazimpat, Kathmandu, Nepal

                              Email: hrd@birdlifenepal.org

 

BCN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Any form of canvassing, soliciting or influencing will be treated as a disqualification for the position. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

 

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