WWF Nepal, the global conservation organization leading international efforts for a living planet, seeks applications from qualified Nepali candidates for the following full-time position. If you think you are an achiever and willing to work within a diverse team in a multicultural environment with commitment and passion for what you believe in, you are highly encouraged to apply.

Our Mission:

At WWF Nepal, we firmly believe people and nature are inextricably linked. Our mission is to stop the degradation of our planet’s natural environment, and build a future Nepal in which people live in harmony with nature.

Our Vision:

From its origins as a small group of committed wildlife enthusiasts, WWF has grown into one of the world's largest and most respected independent conservation organizations, active in over 100 countries.

Over this time, WWF’s focus has evolved from localized efforts in favor of a single species and individual habitats to an ambitious strategy to preserve biodiversity and achieve sustainable development across the globe.
 
WWF-Nepal envisions a prosperous Nepal, with an active and socially responsible citizenry that a greater sense of stewardship towards the environment. 

Our Core Values:

We celebrate and respect diversity in nature and among the people, partners, and communities with whom we work. Across the many cultures and individuals that represent WWF, we are unified by one mission, one brand, and one common set of values:

Courage: We demonstrate courage through our actions, we work for change where it’s needed, and we inspire people and institutions to tackle the greatest threats to nature and the future of the planet, which is our home.
Integrity: We live the principles we call on others to meet. We act with integrity, accountability, and transparency, and we rely on facts and science to guide us and to ensure we learn and evolve.
Respect: We honor the voices and knowledge of the people and communities that we serve, and we work to secure their rights to a sustainable future.
Collaboration: We deliver impact at the scale of the challenges we face through the power of collective action and innovation.

Major Functions:

Under the direct supervision of the Program Co-Manager, the Program Associate will be responsible for planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of the Terai Arc Landscape Program. S/he works in close coordination with all major partners and other stakeholders from local to provincial levels to ensure maximum project output.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Planning 

Provides support to the Program Co-Manager in preparing annual work plans for the TAL program and clusters in consultation with the program team. Develop and maintain budget sheets for the program and clusters and track periodic progress. Assists in developing concept notes for proposal writings.

2. Program Implementation

Provides technical support to field supervisors and sub-grantees for the implementation of program activities. Assists in preparing ToRs and agreement documents related to the program. Also, communicates with donors for all programmatic concerns of projects. 

3. Monitoring and Evaluation 

Working closely with the Program Co-Manager and Monitoring and Evaluation unit for regular monitoring of the project activities at output level. Provide timely feedback to the supervisor and team on the activity implementation to maintain quality and standards. Maintain database of the program, clusters, and donors in close coordination with the Landscape team and MEL team. Organize joint monitoring events with donors and government representatives at local and provincial levels. 

4. Reporting 

Prepare quarterly, bi-annual, annual, and periodic technical reports of the TAL and respective donor-wise reports in close coordination with WWF thematic and crosscutting units. Provide technical support to field supervisors and sub-grantees in writing quality reports. 

 5. Coordination  

Coordinate with implementing partners for implementation and monitoring of the annual work plan progress. Coordinate with WWF crosscutting units and partner organizations for planning and monitoring.  

6. Administration 

Provides logistical support to the implementing partners and assists in organizing donor visits, meetings, communication and liaison with partners, production of meeting agendas and minutes, etc. 

7. Communication 

Supports to document success stories and lessons learned from TAL, and other communication work as needed in coordination with communication and knowledge management team. 

8. Other Duties

Other tasks may be assigned as necessary according to Program needs.

Supervisory Responsibility: None

Working Relationships:

Internal - Works closely with supervisor, Program Manager, TAL, and WWF Nepal staff. Also works closely with field-based staff to advise and coordinate project activities and to obtain and disseminate information.

External - Interacts regularly with Service contractors and Consultants. Regularly interacts with TAL Project Offices.

Knowledge: Bachelor's in Forestry is required.

Experience: Minimum 3 years of relevant working experience in the field or project experience in natural resource management and community-based conservation. 

Skills and Abilities:

• This position requires strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and keep track of priorities.
• A self-starter with the ability to take initiative as needed and work well under minimal supervision.
• Good communication skills including written English; experience with donor reporting a strong advantage.
• Project monitoring experience will be a strong advantage.
• Strong interpersonal and team-player skills are essential.
• Working knowledge of one local language will be an added advantage.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office package.

Interested applicants are requested to apply for the position by 17:00 hours on December 26, 2024.  Only shortlisted candidates will be informed. 

**This is the re-advertisement of the vacancy announcement for the position of Program Associate,TAL on November 27, 2024. Candidates who have applied previously need not apply again.  

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

WWF is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please join us in our mission to save life on Earth.