Himalayan Nature (HN), based in Kathmandu is a development and conservation research institute, working for sustainable livelihoods of Himalayan communities as well as initiating scientific research on Himalayan biodiversity and the broader environment. It is now seeking applications for the position of Social Mobiliser from highly motivated and result-oriented Nepalese candidates with proven skill on community engagement on biodiversity/wildlife conservation. 

Duration of Contract: One year with possible extension based on performance review

Salary: Attractive as per the institutional provision

Qualifications: Applicant should ideally have Intermediate on biological science with 2-year experience (Bachelor degree preferred). S/he should have excellent command over computer (office package), report writing, willing to work with the rural communities. Candidates having previous experience on biodiversity/environment related work will be given priority.

Job summary:

The Social Mobiliser will coordinate with the communities, local community facilitators, site support groups and other stakeholders to accomplish various program activities; particularly in community engagement for biodiversity conservation, and engages communities, especially marginalized, vulnerable and nature-dependent people, in Alternate Income Generation Activities. This position will be based in Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve (KTWR), Sunsari. He/she will be involved in project planning, implementation, coordination, reporting and communication with partners, stakeholders and donors.

 Major Responsibilities:

• Conduct social survey to identify communities for the human elephant coexistence (HECx) campaign
• Establish and train HECx campaign groups
• Conduct stakeholder meetings on exploring livelihood strategies effective against HEC to be            incorporated in HEC mitigation manual
• Conduct awareness programmes in communities and schools on human elephant coexistence strategies
• Manages day to day activities of Koshi Bird Observatory (KBO), conduct various promotional activities of KBO as a center of wetland, grassland and bird migration study
• Assist Directors and Program Officer to develop new concepts and proposals for the long term operation of KBO and to develop as a center of excellence in bird and biodiversity studies
• Conduct various bird surveys and mobilize local youths on the bird survey and biodiversity conservation activities
• Manage equipment, KBO Staff and provide support and logistics to the people that travel to KBO with prior arrangements
• Maintain relations with KTWR, grassroots organizations, including community forests, DFOs and other local stakeholders
• Prepare field reports and submit them to the Program Officer or any designated officer at the HN head office
• Conduct any other jobs as assigned by Directors in addition to the jobs mentioned above as and when required