Created in 1979, Action Against Hunger | Action Contre la Faim (ACF) is an international humanitarian organization fighting against hunger in the world. Its mission is to save lives eradicating hunger through the prevention, detection, and treatment of malnutrition, in particular during and after emergency situations caused by conflicts and natural disasters. Today, Action Against Hunger is a major player in the fight against hunger in the world. Structured ... on an international network, it provides a coordinated response in nearly 50 countries. Its priority is to have effective actions in the fields and testify about vulnerable population. Since the reasons for hunger are many, its response is multi-sectoral based on solid expertise. Action Against Hunger started its work in Nepal from 2005 and has been operational in different parts of the country addressing undernutrition through integrated approach following the Nepal Government’s Multi-Sector Nutrition Plan. Currently operational in 4 districts (Nawalparasi East, Nawalparasi West, Nuwakot and Rasuwa), it is fighting hunger through different interventions viz. Advocacy, Food Security & Resources of Existence, Mental Health & Child Care practices, Nutrition & Health, Research, Risk & Disaster Management and WASH.
View Company ProfileSenior Technical Advisor-Food Security and Livelihood (FSL)
Job summary
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No. of Vacancy
: 1 -
Job Type
: Contract -
Offered Salary
: Negotiable -
Gender
: Both -
Career Level
: Senior Level -
Experience
: 5 Years -
Apply Before
: 2021-07-12 Closed -
Skills
:AnalyticalCommunications
Job Description:
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract
Contract Duration: till 31st December 2021
Project Area: Kathmandu
Number of positions: 1
Expected starting date: 1 August 2021
Main Responsibilities:
- Contribute to defining the country strategy as well as the strategy and positioning of the FSL technical department
- Coordinate the identification of needs and the formulation of project proposals
- Oversee the implementation of programs/projects and ensure that reports are submitted
- Guarantee the quality and cost-effectiveness of projects
- Ensure the active participation of ACF in national sectoral coordination and technical forums and develop sectorial partnerships
- Promote learning, technical development and research within the FSL Department
- Proactively support ACFs commitments to gender equality, child protection and disability sensitivity
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Experience of supervising FSL, climate Change or Rural development project implementation
- Solid knowledge of climate change adaptation
- Excellent interpersonal, networking, negotiation and communication skills
- Excellent oral and written skills in Nepali and English
- Strong analytical skills
- Strong computer literacy and knowledge of database and spread sheet applications such as excel is essential, statistical and other M&E applications software e.g. ENA, SPSS etc
- Sensitive and responsive to Gender, Age Diversity and Social Inclusion
- Ability to manage short deadlines and intense pressure
- Highly organised with a strong attention to detail
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Innovative problem solver
- Results-oriented
Education + Experience:
- Master’s degree in, Agriculture, Agronomy, Agricultural Economics, Farm Management and Climate Change Adaptation, or relevant discipline with at least Five years of experience in related field of which two years should be in senior management role.
Apply Instruction:
Interested Nepali applicants with suitable skills are requested to submit a motivation letter, updated CV with two referees through email: recruitment@np-actionagainsthunger.org by 12th July 2021 by 5 pm Nepal time. The Vacancy Reference (ACFFSLKATSTA) must be mentioned in the title of the email otherwise the application may be disqualified. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further process. Action Against Hunger reserves the right to reject any or all applications. Telephonic inquiries will not be entertained.
Action Against Hunger | Action Contre la Faim is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women, people with disabilities, and members from disadvantaged /underrepresented ethnic groups.