No. of position: 1 
Location: Bajhang  

The main purpose of this position is to take overall management of the “SRIJANA- Youth  Employability” livelihoods project and to contribute to the implementation of UMN’s Cluster  strategy, technical backstopping in Livelihoods and Economic Development related issues,  relationship-building and new concept development. 

Qualifications and Experience: 

• Master’s degree in Agriculture Science or Development Studies or relevant discipline with  minimum two years of working experience OR Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture Science  or Development Studies or relevant discipline with five years of working experience in  ‘Livelihoods’ promotion and Economic Development; 
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of current livelihoods issues in Nepal; 
• Experience in networking, advocacy and partnership working with the community, local  government, service providers and financial institutions is strongly desirable; 
• Strong experience of project management including planning, budgeting, monitoring,  reporting and developing proposals; 
• Experience in project assessment, design, implementation, and monitoring processes; 
• Familiar with up-to-date poverty eradication strategies, policies and development  practices in Nepal and outside; 
• Cross-cultural work experience preferred; 
• Excellent communication skills both in Nepali and English. Written English must be of an  excellent standard. 

Salaries and benefits will be according to UMN policy.