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The project will be implemented by CDS supported by Islamic Relief with funding from Aktion
Deutschland Hilft (ADH) and Islamic Relief Germany (IR Germany), the project “Enhancing
Community and School Based Disaster Resilience in Earthquake Affected Areas of
Ramechhap District” is being implemented in Gokulganga rural municipality of Ramechhap
district. This project aims to strengthen community and institutional capacity on Disaster Risk
Management through the implementation of inclusive and flexible CBDRM, improved
coordination, information management and policy advocacy. CDS is seeking innovative, self-
motivated and dynamic personnel for the position DP/DRR specialist to lead the project.
Result-1: Strengthened capacity of communities and Local institutions in developing ward and
rural municipal level Disaster Risk Management plan and integrate it into the annual plan of rural
municipality.
Result 2: Enhancing capacity of school authorities and children to develop and implement school
safety program
Result 3: Enhanced capacity of community and school authorities on child protection issues
Purpose
To be responsible for supporting CDS in their quality and timely delivery of IR Germany /ADH
funded project This position will act as a direct counterpart to the CDS Project Manager and staff
providing technical guidance on DRR and project management expertise.
The DRR Specialist will be responsible for the overall project management in district. S/he shall
develop, deliver and manage project strategies and activities to achieve the project objectives.
S/he shall work towards strengthening capacities of project staff, local communities, institutions
in disaster preparedness and disaster risk reduction.
Further, the DRR Specialist will ensure effective coordination with Government and concerned
line agencies; and other development partners at district and national level and provide capacity
building support and guidance to Implementing Partner. S/he will also need to establish effective
coordination with funding and implementing partner as well as monthly/statutory reporting and
communication.
C. Other:
Assist IP’s Programme Manager in developing and maintaining networks with
relevant district, and local stakeholders.
Assist in conducting needs assessments, baseline and end line surveys.
Guide DRR/Recovery Programme Manager, as required.
Facilitate technical and management visits from IRW headquarters, Islamic Relief
Germany and ADH.
Other responsibilities as directed by Senior Programme Manager.
Qualifications:
Education
Master degree required in a relevant field such as Disaster Management, Development
Studies, Sociology, International Development or Social Science.
Highly proficient in English (written and verbal).
Experience
More than 5-7 years of relevant work experience, preferably in NGO/INGO program
implementation.
Having led and managed a DIPECHO project will be an added advantage.
Proven track record of directly managing a team of people and collaborating effectively
at all levels of an organization.
Strong time management and task prioritization skills
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
High Computer Proficiency (Microsoft Office, excel, PowerPoint etc)
Direct Monitoring and Evaluation experience and/or experience collaborating with M&E
staff desired.
Ability to work flexibly and to meet competing deadlines.
Willingness and enthusiasm for working with rural and vulnerable communities living in
remote areas of the country.
Partnership management
Desirable
Strong experience working on projects with disaster risk reduction (DRR) resilience and
protection.
Knowledge of DRR and inclusion concepts and terminology.
Experience on School VCA and mock drill.
Knowledge on school improvement plan and DRR mainstreaming.
Experience in facilitating training programmes.
Characteristics
You are honest, transparent and show integrity in your words and actions
You are an excellent communicator, with the ability to listen and communicate
effectively with a wide variety of internal and externals constituents
You are part of a team – you enjoy collaboration and interaction both in and out of the
office
You are dedicated and disciplined to see a task completed to the end
You excel at and enjoy creative problem solving and planning as well as tactical
administrative functions
You demonstrate the ability and flexibility to thrive in a fast-paced, energetic, “can do”,
entrepreneurial environment
I certify that I have read and understood the job description assigned to the position. I accept it
and commit to perform from my level best achievement of the organization and project goal.
The project will be implemented by CDS supported by Islamic Relief with funding from Aktion
Deutschland Hilft (ADH) and Islamic Relief Germany (IR Germany), the project “Enhancing
Community and School Based Disaster Resilience in Earthquake Affected Areas of
Ramechhap District” is being implemented in Gokulganga rural municipality of Ramechhap
district. This project aims to strengthen community and institutional capacity on Disaster Risk
Management through the implementation of inclusive and flexible CBDRM, improved
coordination, information management and policy advocacy. CDS is seeking innovative, self-
motivated and dynamic personnel for the position DRR Manager to lead the project.
E. Financial Management
Prepare the annual budget as well as tri-monthly, monthly budget as per require.
Ensure the allocated budget in the respective budget heading and prepare cost estimation
before implementation of the activity.
Ensure the best use and best value of money during spending the budget.
Review the budget in timely and process for the approval as per need.
Ensure that internal control mechanisms are in place.
Education
Master degree such as Disaster Management, Development Studies, Sociology, or Rural
Development or other equivalent degree with 2 year relevant experience or Bachelor’s
degree with 5 years’ relevant experience.
Experience
More than 2-5 years of relevant work experience, preferably in NGO/INGO program
implementation.
Proven track record of directly managing a team of people and collaborating effectively
at all levels of an organization.
Strong time management and task prioritization skills
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
High Computer Proficiency (Microsoft Office, excel, PowerPoint etc)
Direct Monitoring and Evaluation experience of staff desired.
Ability to work flexibly and to meet competing deadlines.
Willingness and enthusiasm for working with rural and vulnerable communities living in
remote areas of the country.
Experience in facilitating training programmes.
Desirable
Strong knowledge on disaster risk reduction (DRR) resilience and inclusion, child
protection.
Experience on School VCA and mock drill.
Knowledge on school improvement plan and DRR mainstreaming.
Highly proficient in English (written and verbal).
Characteristics
You are honest, transparent and show integrity in your words and actions
You are an excellent communicator, with the ability to listen and communicate
effectively with a wide variety of internal and externals constituents
You are part of a team – you enjoy collaboration and interaction both in and out of the
office
You are dedicated and disciplined to see a task completed to the end
You excel at and enjoy creative problem solving and planning as well as tactical
administrative functions
You demonstrate the ability and flexibility to thrive in a fast-paced, energetic, “can do”,
entrepreneurial environment
I certify that I have read and understood the job description assigned to the position. I accept it
and commit to perform from my level best achievement of the organization and project goal.
ADMINISTRATION WORK
Maintains human resource files, staff leave record, attendance register, time sheet,
reconciliations, fixed asset registers, purchasing files, agreement files, incoming/outgoing
register etc.
Issues invitation to bidders and suppliers, collects quotations, prepares comparison sheet
and submits with recommendation to Finance Coordinator/Manager and Senior
Programme Manager as needed.
Carries out general shared office related works, such as receiving guests, arranging
trainings and meetings etc.
Keeps record of project inventory and maintains inventory ledger.
Timely collection and payment of bills/invoices and settlement of advance, liabilities and
receivables.
Carry out administrative process to meet the objective of program activities in Country
Office.
Ensures logistic support to organize organizational events and workshops effectively
Core Competencies
Fluency in English and Nepali writing and speaking - Good interpersonal and team work
skills - High level of integrity, confidentiality - High level of drive for results with
accuracy
Functional Competencies
Excellent interpersonal skills
Competent in bookkeeping skills
Analytical and problem solving skills
Effective verbal, listening and written communications skills
Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
Computer skills including the ability to operate computerized accounting, spreadsheet
and word processing programs. Strong Excel and MS Office skills
Work prioritization and time management skills - Pro-activeness and self-starter of own
work
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS Salary range for the position: - Salary will be as per CDS human
resource regulations and can be negotiable depending on the candidate’s relevant
experiences and qualifications.
Vacation: - Vacations days in accordance with CDS Office rules and regulations and
practices.
Insurance: - Coverage of medical and accidental insurances schemes in accordance with
CDS regulations and practice.
Other benefits: - Pension fund, festivity allowances and gratuity etc. are in accordance
with CDS Office rules and as per labour law of Nepal.
Qualification and Experience: Required Master or Bachelor Degree or equivelent in
Accountancy/Finance from a recognized university with at least 5 years of proven
successful experience in the field of accountancy/finance and administration functions in
INGOs/NGOs/donor-funded projects.
JOB DESCRIPTION - Cluster Coordinator
The project will be implemented by CDS supported by Islamic Relief with funding from Aktion
Deutschland Hilft (ADH) and Islamic Relief Germany (IR Germany), the project “Enhancing
Community and School Based Disaster Resilience in Earthquake Affected Areas of
Ramechhap District” is being implemented in Gokulganga rural municipality of Ramechhap
district. This project aims to strengthen community and institutional capacity on Disaster Risk
Management through the implementation of inclusive and flexible CBDRM, improved
coordination, information management and policy advocacy. CDS is seeking innovative, self-
motivated and dynamic personnel for the position Cluster Coordinator.
Result-1: Strengthened capacity of communities and Local institutions in developing ward and
rural municipal level Disaster Risk Management plan and integrate it into the annual
plan of rural municipality.
Result 2: Enhancing capacity of school authorities and children to develop and implement school
safety program
Result 3: Enhanced capacity of community and school authorities on child protection issues
Purpose
The Cluster Coordinator will coordinate with the communities, schools and other stakeholders to
accomplish the project activities. This position will be responsible for the overall implementation
of the program activities at cluster level. The main responsibility of the cluster coordinator will be
coordination, planning, implementation and monitoring of program activities in the field. S/he
will also be responsible for program effort to generate new concepts and ideas for enhancing
program effectiveness.
H. Training management
Prepare training guidelines/manual and delivery as planned in DIP
Guide/support the DRR facilitator to organize the training in local level.
Organize meetings, workshops and other information dissemination events
Train school/VDC level stakeholders on DRM.
Conduct training, arrangement of training, coordination with district, VDC level and
ward level stakeholder for training and other programs.
Experience
working experiences in CBDRR/Child Protection/WASH and mainstreaming DRR into
government priority sectors and local planning process.
Working experience with government agencies in coordinating way.
Working experience on disaster risk reduction (DRR) resilience and protection.
Strong time management and task prioritization skills
High Computer Proficiency (Microsoft Office, excel, PowerPoint etc)
Monitoring and supervision skill of staff.
Ability to work flexibly and to meet competing deadlines.
Willingness and enthusiasm for working with rural and vulnerable communities living in
remote areas of the country.
Desirable
Knowledge of DRR and inclusion concepts and terminology.
Experience on School VCA and mock drill.
Knowledge on school improvement plan and DRR mainstreaming.
Experience in facilitating training programmes.
Characteristics
You are honest, transparent and show integrity in your words and actions
You are an excellent communicator, with the ability to listen and communicate
effectively with a wide variety of internal and externals constituents
You are part of a team – you enjoy collaboration and interaction both in and out of the
office
You are dedicated and disciplined to see a task completed to the end
You excel at and enjoy creative problem solving and planning as well as tactical
administrative functions
You demonstrate the ability and flexibility to thrive in a fast-paced, energetic, “can do”,
entrepreneurial environment
I certify that I have read and understood the job description assigned to the position. I accept it
and commit to perform from my level best achievement of the organization and project goal.
The project will be implemented by CDS supported by Islamic Relief with funding from Aktion
Deutschland Hilft (ADH) and Islamic Relief Germany (IR Germany), the project “Enhancing
Community and School Based Disaster Resilience in Earthquake Affected Areas of
Ramechhap District” is being implemented in Gokulganga rural municipality of Ramechhap
district. This project aims to strengthen community and institutional capacity on Disaster Risk
Management through the implementation of inclusive and flexible CBDRM, improved
coordination, information management and policy advocacy. CDS is seeking innovative, self-
motivated and dynamic personnel for the position DRR Facilitator.
Result-1: Strengthened capacity of communities and Local institutions in developing ward and
rural municipal level Disaster Risk Management plan and integrate it into the annual plan of rural
municipality.
Result 2: Enhancing capacity of school authorities and children to develop and implement school
safety program
Result 3: Enhanced capacity of community and school authorities on child protection issues
Purpose
The DRR Facilitator is responsible for field level activities implementation. Facilitate the project
implementation process at community level and make clear to the stakeholders on project
modality. Facilitate trainings, focus group discussions, child club meeting and community events
related to DRR/SBDP and child protection. Establish strong rapport with Ward level stakeholders
and local people, and other stakeholders. Understand and communicate the needs of communities
and support to resource coordination.
Qualifications:
Education
- Intermediate/10+2 in any discipline with 2 years working experiences in related field.
Experience
At-least 2 years of relevant work experience in the sector of DRR/SBDP and child right.
Experience in community level mobilization, training, and influencing local people is
desirable.
Desirable
Willingness and enthusiasm for working with rural and vulnerable communities living in
remote areas of the country.
Strong time management and task prioritization skills
Ability to work flexibly and to meet competing deadlines.
Knowledge on school improvement plan and DRR mainstreaming.
Characteristics
You are honest, transparent and show integrity in your words and actions
You are an excellent communicator, with the ability to listen and communicate
effectively with a wide variety of internal and externals constituents
You are part of a team – you enjoy collaboration and interaction both in and out of the
office
You excel at and enjoy creative problem solving and planning as well as tactical
administrative functions
You demonstrate the ability and flexibility to thrive in a fast-paced, energetic, “can do”,
entrepreneurial environment
I certify that I have read and understood the job description assigned to the position. I accept it
and commit to perform from my level best achievement of the organization and project goal.