Job Title: Field Officer – Livelihood 
Reports to: MEAL officer
Project: SPROUTS Project – TLMN 
Location: Bardaghat and Kawasoti 
No. of Requirements: 2

Project Overview:

We are excited to announce a new opportunity within The Leprosy Mission Nepal for the Strengthening Pathways for Economic Resilience through Sustainable Opportunities to Communities (SPROUTS) project. Funded by the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) through The Leprosy Mission Australia, this project focuses on leprosy, disabilities, and marginalized communities. Its goals include early diagnosis of leprosy, improving the lives of people with disabilities, and creating better job opportunities for these communities. The project also addresses climate change issues and empowers women in these areas.

Position Overview: 

The Field Officer (Livelihood) for the SPROUTS project will lead and coordinate activities focused on livelihood enhancement, gender equality promotion, and climate change and Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) initiatives within the community. This role requires proactive engagement with community members, local leaders, and stakeholders to ensure effective implementation and participation in project objectives.

Key tasks and responsibilities

• Develop strong relationships with stakeholders, local authorities, and the public to gain support for and participation in livelihood, gender equality, and climate resilience activities
• Organize and facilitate community meetings, awareness sessions, and orientation programs to educate and mobilize the community on gender equality, social inclusion, and climate change adaptation.
• Form the SHG and encourage for community-based savings and credit in group
• Conduct financial literacy training and support the seed money for each SHG
• Support SHG to trap the resources of livelihood of the working Palikas
• Provide training on group dynamics, leadership skills, and income-generating activities to promote economic empowerment among SHG members.
• Assess local livelihood opportunities and support the implementation of income-generating activities for SHG members.
• Organize the Business planning training for selection suitable the entrepreneurship and micro-enterprise
• Facilitate access to training, resources, and market linkages to strengthen sustainable livelihood practices and economic resilience.
• Facilitate access to training, resources, and market linkages for income generation, fostering sustainable livelihoods and economic empowerment in support of the BDO.
• Conduct workshops and orientations on GESI, emphasizing the empowerment of women and marginalized groups in decision-making and leadership roles.
• Support the establishment and capacity building of women's groups and committees to enhance their participation in community development initiatives.
• Conduct the orientation on GESI and domestic violence for SHG members including community people
• Provide the orientation on climate change and its effects on environment, health and livelihood for SHG members and community people
• Raise awareness about climate change impacts and adaptation strategies through targeted community outreach and educational campaigns.
• Collaborate with community members to implement climate resilience activities such as tree planting, water conservation, and sustainable agriculture practices.
• Facilitate to develop the disaster, CC policy and LAPA for working municipality
• Collect the baseline/mid-term/end line data of the project activities, outcomes, and impacts to ensure effective program monitoring and evaluation.
• Prepare regular progress reports, case studies, and success stories for internal and external stakeholders, in collaboration with the MEAL team.
• Work closely with project management, M&E officers, and other stakeholders to ensure effective coordination, timely reporting, and achievement of project milestones.
• Any other task assigned by the reporting manager

Job Specification: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, Environmental Science, agriculture or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in community engagement, project implementation, data collection, and reporting, preferably in the development sector.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to effectively communicate and engage with diverse communities and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of livelihoods, gender equality, social inclusion, and environmental sustainability and disability issues.
• Experience in facilitating training sessions, workshops, and community mobilization activities.
• Ability to work independently, prioritizes tasks, and manages time effectively in a dynamic and challenging environment.
• Fluency in Nepali language, both written and spoken. Knowledge of English is an advantage.
• Familiarity with local contexts, customs, and cultures in Nawalpur and Nawalparasi districts is preferred.
• Two-wheeler driving license is required.