About the job

• Job Vacancy: Project Lead – LEAD WithiN
• Location: Kathmandu (with frequent travel outside the valley)
• Duration: 7 months
• Application Deadline: 23 May 2025

About the Organization

Hamro Palo is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to empowering adolescent girls and boys by equipping them with the skills and knowledge to create safe and healthy futures. We deliver culturally sensitive, girl-centered services that enhance safety, confidence, and leadership skills. For more information, visit our website: www.hamropalo.org.np

About the Project – LEAD WithiN (Look Within. Elevate. Align. Dare.)

LEAD WithiN is a transformative leadership initiative aimed at equipping young women with the tools, mindset, and support to lead change—starting from within. The project focuses on nurturing self-awareness, confidence, decision-making, and purpose-driven leadership among youth. It supports young women in their journey from self-leadership to leadership in public spaces, while integrating critical elements such as communication as agency and social behavior change,inspired by the aspirations of the communities we work with.

Position Summary

We are seeking a values-driven and proactive Project Lead to oversee the implementation and monitoring of the LEAD WithiN project. The ideal candidate is passionate about gender equity and women’s empowerment, grounded in community engagement, and experienced in project management, event organization, outreach, stakeholder coordination, and team leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the overall planning, implementation, and evaluation of the LEAD WithiN project.
• Coordinate with partner organizations, local governments, and community stakeholders.
• Supervise and maintain effective communication with the project delivery team and consultants.
• Ensure timely and high-quality documentation, data collection, and reporting.
• Develop and manage the project budget, work plan, and implementation timeline.
• Create and execute outreach strategies to meet project targets.
• Support advocacy and visibility efforts related to the project’s goals.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Management, Social Sciences, Education, Development Studies, Psychology, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in project coordination or leadership roles, preferably with youth- or women-focused programs.
• A confident, self-driven individual who takes initiative and makes independent decisions.
• Strong understanding of community development, gender equality, and participatory approaches.
• Excellent event management and organization, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in both written and spoken Nepali and English.
• Willingness to travel frequently to program sites outside the Kathmandu Valley.

Incomplete applications will not be entertained. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. No phone calls or DMs, please.

Hamro Palo is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Women, young people, and individuals from marginalized communities are strongly encouraged to apply.