Employer: The Oda Foundation Nepal Position: Livelihoods Coordinator Type: Full time Requirements: Junior Technical Assistant in Agriculture Work station: Mahabai Rural Municipality, Kalikot
Organization Description
The Oda Foundation, in tandem with local leaders, private partners and government support, develops integrative community development solutions for some of Nepal's most geographically isolated communities. Headquartered in the district of Kalikot, the foundation has worked on healthcare, education and women empowerment initiatives in Mahabai Rural Municipality and more recently expanded to agriculture and livelihood initiatives.
Duties and Responsibilities of employees
Key responsibilities include:
Working alongside our Directors and local staff to create and strengthen existing agriculture and livelihood programming
Farm Management: Plan for crop and livestock productivity and profitability through sustainable farming principles through clear work plans and rosters
Oversee, train, support and report on the team of farm workers
Maintain farm records and report to the leadership and external stakeholders
Support Women’s Cooperative in monthly meetings, planning, record keeping
Collaborate with Women’s Cooperative in their agriculture and productivity plans
Offer trainings and extension support to local farmers when necessary
Navigate key stakeholder relationships including: local community members, local leaders, gaunpalika representatives, and district-level officers in sustainable agriculture
Competence to demonstrate
A diploma in Junior Technical Assistant in Agriculture
Strong communication and good time management skills
A positive attitude with a proven track record for being a team player
A strong work ethic and a desire to engage in rural community development
Respectful mindset towards living and working conditions in Kalikot
A strong understanding of the importance in building local talent and local capacity
The ability to abide by Oda Foundation Values
A year of experience in the field preferred
Working Arrangement
Workstation is Mahabai Rural Municipality, Kalikot
Daily meal on campus and most of housing - in case of non-local staff - will be provided by the office
Reporting Line
The Education Program Officer will directly report to the Education Program Manager.
Salary and Benefits
Salary and benefits are negotiable and commensurate with experience
Oda Values
All All employees, fellows, volunteers & guests will be expected to uphold Oda values in their words, actions and behaviours
Care and Compassion
We will demonstrate our compassion and caring through our action and words
We will take time to ensure each person feels listened to, secure, understood and is treated compassionately
We will be approachable and contribute to creating a calm and friendly atmosphere
We will provide a safe and caring setting for patients and staff, and an efficient, effective experience
We will meet people's needs for information and involvement
We will be considerate, calm and proactive in solving problems
We will not be aggressive or passive aggressive to anyone
Respect, Dignity & Justice
We will demonstrate respect for all staff through our words and actions
We will all follow Oda rules, policies and procedures
We will accept fair and equitable punishment for all
We will be polite and courteous in our communications and actions
We will demonstrate respect for dignity, choice, privacy and confidentiality
We will recognise and value uniqueness, diversity and different cultures
We will be sincere, honest and constructive in giving, and open to receiving, feedback
We maintain a professional attitude and appearance
Effectiveness
We will demonstrate a commitment to doing our best
We will be proactive in problem solving and above all, our work commitment
We will be responsible and reflect on our actions
We will be accountable for our actions
We will focus on our work and practice time management by meeting all proposed deadlines
We will encourage and explore ideas for improvement, innovation and creativity
We will seek out opportunities to enhance our skills and expertise
We will work together to achieve high quality services
We will use our knowledge and enthusiasm to implement positive change and overcome challenges
Teamwork & Communication
We will understand and value each other's role and contribution
We will be fair, thoughtful, welcoming and kind to colleagues, fellows and guests
We will communicate with each other and express our successes and our concerns
We will offer support and encouragement to others
We will maximise each other's potential and contribution through shared learning and development
We will recognise, share and celebrate our successes, big and small
We will practice coordination and collaboration interdepartmentally
We will have a positive outlook and motivation
We will demonstrate commitment to the Oda foundation, patients, staff and our guests
Honesty and Responsibility
We will build trust by displaying transparency and doing what we say we will do
We will commit to doing what is right
We will welcome feedback as a means of informing improvements
We will use our resources and each other's time efficiently and wisely
We will maintain and enhance public confidence in our service
We will be a positive role model
How to Apply
Please submit a cover letter, resume and relevant medical documents to [email protected] before January 28, 2020. Applications shall be considered at rolling basis
