Practical Action is a change making organisation that works in unconventional ways. We put ingenious ideas to work so people in poverty can change their world. We do things differently, so answers that start small can grow big - bringing people together in bold collaborations, using innovation and knowledge to build futures free from poverty, and help shape a world that works better for everyone.
Practical Action seeks to recruit Senior Project Officer to work in Practical Action based in Rajapur, Nepal.
About the role
We are looking for a competent Senior Project Officer to deliver specific project strategies and activities to achieve the objectives stated in the project document inconsistent with the strategic direction of Practical Action South Asia thereby making a major contribution to the development and articulation of Practical Action's Programme: Climate and resilience achieving the objectives of the project.
About you
You are experienced and have strong networking skills. You have a proven experience of participatory approaches in programme/ project development, planning and implementation, climate change and DRR interface. You have knowledge and experience of working in Index-based Insurance. You are able to work remotely and independently with an understanding of working in a multi-site environment. You have a willingness and enthusiasm for working in remote areas with vulnerable communities living in project areas.
Why join us?
The opportunity to work for an organisation that is making a positive difference to the lives of people worldwide, a friendly and supportive culture, working with values-driven and highly engaged colleagues, work-life balance and flexible working — these are just some of the reasons we think Practical Action is a great place to work.
Additional information
We treat all applications for employment fairly regardless of gender, race, religion, ethnicity, nationality, caste, tribe, belief, age, marital status, pregnancy, caring responsibilities, sexual orientation, or disability. Practical Action is committed to safeguarding and protecting children and vulnerable adults and as such candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks including criminal checks and terrorist financing.
To ensure that Practical Action meets its obligations of safer recruitment, appointment to posts within Practical Action will be subject to a satisfactory criminal check. Criminal checks will be conducted for all roles.
Interested candidates can download the detailed job description and standard application form from www.practicalaction.org/jobs. Submit a cover letter along with the duly filled standard application form to [email protected] by Wednesday, 7 April 2021.
