MILLENNIUM CHALLENGE ACCOUNT NEPAL (MCA-NEPAL) VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
The Millennium Challenge Account Nepal (MCA-Nepal) is a Government of Nepal (GoN) agency formed under the Development Board Act 2013 BS (1956 AD) in order to manage a USD 697 million infrastructure program. The program is co-funded by the US Government’s Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) Compact grant of USD 500 million and the GoN’s contribution of USD 197 million.
The program aims to increase the availability and reliability of electricity, maintain road quality, and facilitate power trade between Nepal and the region to help spur investments and accelerate economic growth. The Electricity Transmission Project, a national pride project, and the Road Maintenance Project are two projects under the program. MCA-Nepal invites applications for the following positions:
Legal Advisor: One position based in Kathmandu
The Legal Advisor is responsible for the analysis of legal matters, drafting legal documents, and advising/assisting in the implementation of Compact and legal compliance. The Legal Advisor reports to the Chief Legal Officer.
Position Requirements:
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Completion of Advanced University Degree in Law (Juris Doctor); and must be qualified and certified in good standing to practice law in Nepal.
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Specialized experience in the provision of legal advice with a particular emphasis on commercial contracting and labor law.
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Approximately five (5) or more years of relevant experience working at a law firm or as legal counsel, preferably with experience serving as in-house counsel and experience working in a law firm or as a legal counsel in Nepal.
Assistant to DED-Project Delivery: One position based in Kathmandu
The Assistant provides support to the project teams in a range of administrative services, including organization of event logistics, travel arrangements, and record maintenance of project inventories and filing systems. The position supports all project teams and reports to DED-Engineering.
Position Requirements:
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Completion of a bachelor’s degree; and/or Executive Assistant Certification or equivalent Diploma, Degree, or Certification.
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Three (3) to five (5) years of cumulative experience in General Office Administration & Management (notwithstanding whether earned before, after, or during pursuit of required academic qualification).
For detailed job profiles and position requirements, please visit the MCA-Nepal website:
https://mcanp.org/en/jobs-2
To apply:
Please use the following link: https://hrmis.mcanp.org/careers and apply by NPT 17:00 hours (GMT + 5:45) January 21, 2025.
The organization reserves the right to reject any/all applications without assigning any reason whatsoever. Canvassing at any stage of the process shall lead to automatic disqualification. These positions are open to all interested applicants. Competitive local compensation packages will be offered. Women, people of ethnic minorities, and Dalits are highly encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further selection processes.
Millennium Challenge Account Nepal (MCA-Nepal)
Lal Durbar Convention Centre, Yak & Yeti Complex, Durbar Marg, Kathmandu
+977-01-4540951 | [email protected] | www.mcanp.org
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