Governance And Inclusion Adviser

The United Kingdom’s Department for International Development (DFID) is working with the Nepal Government, multilateral, bilateral agencies and civil society to achieve the Millennium Development Goals through support that is consistent with the Government of Nepal’s development priorities.

DFID’s work in Nepal focuses on supporting the implementation of the peace agreement, helping to build a more effective and inclusive state and the promotion of inclusive growth. DFID Nepal is a fast moving environment that prides itself on being responsive to new opportunities as they arrive. DFID Nepal is looking for highly motivated people to fill the following roles:

Governance And Inclusion Adviser

This is a new and challenging advisory position that requires a creative and pro-active adviser. The successful candidate will work on developing analysis of and programmes for support to local governance and community development, and social and political inclusion. Working in close partnership with the Government and other donors, s/he will advise on how to adapt DFID funded programmes and projects to the emerging local political and government context in Nepal, and how DFID can best support achieving greater social and political inclusion.


QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:


i) A Masters Degree or equivalent level of academic and professional experience in one of the following disciplines: Political Science, Public Policy, Public Administration, Sociology, Rural Development, Economics, Development Studies

ii) At least seven years of work experience in local governance, community development or political/social inclusion.

iii) At least five years experience in project management.


COMPETENCIES:


i) Candidates must be able to demonstrate being competent in:

a) Working with Others,
b) Communicating with Others,
c) Analysis and use of information,
d) Planning and delivery of work, and
e) Influencing

ii) Fluent written/oral communications in English and Nepali


Located in the DFID office in Kathmandu, the successful applicants will work in a fast paced, multi-cultural environment that places a high premium on inclusive team working. Though based in Kathmandu, some in-country and international travel will be required.

The position offers significant opportunities for professional and career growth. There will be an attractive and competitive local salary and benefits package.


Applicants should be Nepali residents or have a relevant work permit to work in Nepal.

Applications are welcomed from all parts of the community and we actively encourage interest from women, Dalits, disadvantaged Janajatis, Madhesi and those with a disability.


For an application form and Terms of Reference, please e-mail: recruitment-nepal@dfid.gov.uk. Please send a completed application form by e-mail to the same address.

Only complete applications made on the prescribed application form will be considered.


The closing date for applications is 25th July 2008.


DFID is an Equal Opportunities employer and appoints on merit by open competition.



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