Position Title:          Investment Promotion Consultant
Line Manager:         IBN CEO   
LOE:                          Full-time from appointment from March 2022 onwards to 31st March 2023

Scope of Work:

• His/her responsibilities will be to undertake and lead the coordination of various activities of OIBN including development of projects and interacting with line agencies. In particular, he/she will carry out within their scope of work the following tasks:
• Engage with the press and be networked with FNCCI and other associated bodies, journalists, editors, writers etc. to build a responsible image of IBN. Should have understanding or appreciation on how government functions and should be sensitive to interplay between the legislative, judiciary and bureaucracy.
• Lead in the preparation of sectoral analysis with help from research wing of OIBN or outsource the same by drafting the requirements. Keen understanding of the FDI perspective in the Infrastructure and the Industrial sector is a must.
• Anticipate and be proactive regarding projects, meetings with key stakeholders specifically to build consensus for smooth progression of projects
• Coordinate activities between various business units of OIBN, GoN entities, donors, and private sector players.
• Prepare MS power point presentations in coordination with various business units/ entities for Board and other meetings and be responsible for dispatch of newsletters, press reports etc.  
• Assist in drafting letters, meeting minutes, preparation of agendas and circulation of the same to concerned entities.
• Will have to coordinate high level events with multimedia features including live events along with clear photographic and video skills. Preference will be given to candidates who are aware of complete ecosystem with ability to carry put most of the activities him (her) self and outsource only specialized activities.
• Interact with local and global players in the infrastructure sector including banks and financial institutions.
• Perform any other relevant and instructed activities by the CEO and APPIIC management

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Full time (2 years) Masters in Business Administration or equivalent or Masters in a field with emphasis or understanding on Public Policy, Governance etc with at least 8 years of work experience
• Preferably 3 years of working experience in business/investment project development within either a private sector corporate body, bank, financial institution, or government development-focused agency/authority.
• Experience in Hospitality and other service-oriented industries involving coordinating various VIP interactions and movements will be valued.
• Appreciation of understanding of financial planning/appraisal of projects & monitoring and evaluation
• Preference will be given to candidates who have been involved in assisting C level (MD, CEO/ COOs etc.) in Banks or private sector corporate planning activities
• Keen interest in undertaking research and related publication
• Proven experience in coordinating training and event management\
• IT software proficiency (MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) with good report-writing and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in multimedia software packages like adobe etc. packages is essential.
• Excellent command of written and spoken Nepali and English language

Note : A Nepali citizen or a resident in Nepal or an individual willing to relocate to Kathmandu, having worked abroad in the financial sector will be given preference.

 Workstation:

The Consultant shall be based in IBN Office, Kathmandu, and report to the CEO IBN and APPIIC Team Leader.

Duration of Assignment:

The total duration of the Consultant’s work will cover the period from recruitment (expected to be concluded by March 22) to the end of the APPIIC project on the 31st March 2023.

Supporting Resources and Access to Supporting Facilities:

The Consultant shall be provided with office space and necessary logistic support (stationary, computer, printer, etc.) by APPIIC.

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