The Asia Foundation
NGO / INGO / Development Projects

The Asia Foundation is a nonprofit international development organization committed to improving lives and expanding opportunities across Asia and the Pacific. Informed by 70 years of experience and deep local knowledge, our work is focused on governance, climate action, gender equality, education and leadership, inclusive growth, and international cooperation. We work in more than 20 countries through our 17 permanent country offices and programs across Asia and the Pacific, supported by a headquarters in San Francisco and an office in Washington, DC. Our funding comes from a diverse array of bilateral and multilateral development agencies, foundations, corporations, and individuals.

Program Officer - Subnational Governance Program

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Basic Job Information

Job Category	:	NGO / INGO / Social work
Job Level	:	Mid Level
No. of Vacancy/s	:	[ 1 ]
Employment Type	:	Full Time
Job Location	:	Kathmandu
Offered Salary	:	Negotiable
Apply Before(Deadline)	:	Dec. 10, 2018 23:55 (6 years, 5 months ago)

Job Specification

Education Level	:	Graduate (Masters)
Experience Required	:	Not Required

Other Specification

Experience:

Minimum of 2-3 years of relevant experience of working in the development field

Education:

Master’s degree in social sciences or law from a recognized university

Others:

Knowledge on peacebuilding, laws, gender, governance, and human rights issues
Hands-on experience in report writing, analytical pieces desirable;
Familiarity with current development practices, policies and organizations in Nepal will be an added advantage
Other Competence in computer use
Ability to work under pressure
Good communication skills in English and Nepali
Good interpersonal skills demonstrating/safeguarding ethics and integrity
Demonstrate self-development
Initiative-taking and sound judgment
Acting as a team player and facilitating team work
Facilitating and encouraging open communication in the team, communicating effectively
Creating synergies through self-control
Managing conflict
Learning and sharing knowledge and encourage the learning of other
Informed and transparent decision making
Willingness to travel extensively in project areas outside of Kathmandu

Job Description

Job Summary:

Assist in coordinating, monitoring, and providing technical assistance for the Foundation’s Subnational Governance Program mainly to support for Nepal’s transition to federal governance. Work within the guidelines, policies, and mission of the Foundation and be accountable and responsible for specific projects as assigned. Provide support for activities in other program areas as assigned by the Country Representative or designate.

Job Functions:

Work closely with Program Manager and the team to implement, coordinate, and monitor initiatives of the assigned programs in accordance with the Foundation’s standards
Prepare Letters of Agreement, Letter of Contracts, Amending Letters of Agreement, Amending Letter of Contracts as required
Ensure to receive timely narrative and financial reports from the local implementing partners
Provide support to the team members to review grantee reports, analyze and report on trends, challenges, and lessons learned in the programs
Coordinate with the program and finance team to arrange fund disbursements to grantees and contractors
Coordinate with the program team members to compile, maintain, and report on program statistics to prepare reports for donors, TAF Headquarter and other relevant agencies
Coordinate with concerned government line agencies and other related stakeholders including NGOs in districts and field to effectively implement the program activities
Responsible for organizing coordination meetings, communication and liaison with stakeholders
Regular field visits to program locations and analyze trends in the program, identifying issues/challenges, and recommending solutions to Program Manager
Coordinate field visits of donor agencies, policy makers and other relevant stakeholders
Research linkages across program activities to identify critical points of integration
Assignments in other program areas as given by the Country Representative or designate