The Program Officer (hereafter referred to as PO) will be a full-time employee of Samaanta Foundation, reporting to the Executive Director of the Foundation. The PO will be responsible for all Samaanta programs and activities, including selection process, academic and personal growth and welfare of the fellows, and building and maintaining relationship with all partners and stakeholders. This is a full-time position, with a probation period of three months, and regular reviews thereafter.

The key roles and responsibilities of the PO are listed below, but these are meant to be illustrative rather than exhaustive. The organization retains the right to add or change these roles and responsibilities.

• Manage all aspects of the selection process, college placement, and academic support to the fellows
• Design and manage annual calendar, extra-curricular sessions, mentorship program, and support internship and work placements
• Ensure regular monitoring and close support to the fellows to achieve good academic performance
• Supervise the program assistant to maintain detailed records of fellowship activities and expenditures, and support the publication of quarterly newsletters
• Serve as the focal point for all partners and stakeholders including parents, teachers, college and hostel management
• Support the Communication and Strategy Officer to develop funding proposals and pursue fundraising activities at the local, national and international levels; and preparing reports for the donors as required
• Ensure Samaanta’s legal and financial compliance in terms of annual reports, audits and any other compliance requirements
• Liaise with the Board of Directors to shape the vision and future direction of the organization

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree and at least three years of work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience [Masters degree preferred]
• Expertise of working with young people desirable
• Ability to work independently on multiple assignments simultaneously, and lead with minimal supervision
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills in Nepali and English

Salary: Competitive salary negotiable, commensurate with qualifications and experience

Start Date: As soon as possible

Applying Procedure:

Interested candidates are requested to apply directly to [email protected]

Please click the link for detail information: http://samaantafoundation.org/vacancy-announcement-program-officer-may-2019/

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