Job Title: Programme Coordinator 

Location: Kathmandu, Nepal 

Travel Required: Travel will be required at times 

Salary: Based on experience

Position Type: Manager 

Reporting to and Line Management: Senior Programmes Manager, UK

Position Overview: Oversee the delivery of WCC’s projects in Nepal, overseeing the implantation of a 3-year project funded by the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO).  Ensure the financial accountability of funds, reporting to WCC on a quarterly basis. Build the organisation’s profile in the country and support the UK’s fundraising department.  

Role Description: 

• Responsible for overseeing the delivery WCC’s programmes in Nepal, including a 3-year DFID funded programme 
• Develop in collaboration with WCC monthly and quarterly work plans and budget forecasts 
• Responsible for the implementation and monitoring of workplans and budgets, communicating any significant delays 
• Assist in the development of strategies to achieve project aims 
• Compile quarterly narrative reports
• Communicate progress with healthcare professionals and administrative staff within the project  
• Attend training and develop relevant knowledge and skills 
• Support WCC’s local and international partners, building strong working relationships to deliver shared goals and objectives 
• Organise national & community-based awareness raising events
  

Financial Management: 

• Compile quarter financial reports 
• Report all expenditure to WCC, communicating any significant budget variation (overspend or underspent)  
• Guarantee WCC’s financial procedures (as per Finance Manual) are correctly followed 
  

Monitoring and Evaluation: 

• Maintain and develop accurate schedule of activities 
• Assist WCC to develop a monitoring plan and ensuring its implementation, giving regular updates 
• Assist in the organisation of WCC’s monitoring and evaluation visits  
  

Fundraising and communication: 

• Identify and develop partnerships with local supporters  
• Collaborate with local fundraising groups to gain support for Kanti Children’s Hospital 
• Maintain and develop databases of contacts and donors 
• Support the WCC UK head office fundraising strategy and development of applications  
• Assist the WCC head office with communication materials for use on the website and social media   
  

Coordination and Logistics: 

• Coordinate and manage WCC’s activities in Nepal 
• Facilitate Project Committee meetings on a quarterly basis 
• Organise workshop logistics for medical and nursing staff
• Organise local and International training events including booking flights, accommodation and visas 
• Advocate with government departments, including the Ministry of Health to gain support and increase awareness of childhood cancer 

Required experience: 

• Post-graduate degree in a health related discipline
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in similar role 
• Substantial experience of project management including project planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation and narrative and financial reporting.  
• Practical experience of designing and implementing child health programmes, including experience of working with international, national and local partner organisations
• Strong financial background including experience managing and tracking project budgets 
• Good written and spoken English 
• Enjoys working in small yet growing teams where there is the opportunity for growth 
• Commitment to WCC mission, vision and values
  

Applying Procedure:

To apply for this position please email a copy of your CV and Cover Letter (Maximum 2 pages) to [email protected]