Association of Youth Organizations Nepal (AYON) www.ayon.org, an umbrella of youth-led organizations, invites applications from qualified, committed & expunged individuals for the following position for My Rights, My Voice: Improving basic health services for the youth and children in rural Nepal programme for immediate placement The position is initially for 2 years with possibility of extension and wfl be based in Kathmandu with frequent travel to project districts.
1. Programme Coordinator -1 Key responsibilities
• Development and implementation of programme plans
• Manage relationship wih programme partner/s through regular visits and undertake project monitoring, evaAuafon. including financial monitoring; and ensure organisational programme management standards
• Produce quality reports and other necessary documents mtfudmg case studies
• Actively contribute to developing issue-based alliance and networking both at local and national levels for effective advocacy work
• Plan, coordinate and manage project
• Represent AYON in meetings and forums as designated by the executive committee
• Assist the executive committee in proposal development and fundraising
• Ensure adherence to AYON puliw»
Minimum requirements
• At [east Bachelors Degree or equivalent in soda! sciences with a minimum of three years working experience in related field
• Good command of English and Nepali (writing & speaking)
• Strong analytic, conceptual and strategic thinking skills
• Ability to foster good working relationship with civil society organisations, government stakeholders, political party representatives and other relevant stakeholders
« Team work skills and ability to build good and professional relations both internally and externally
• Proven knowledge and expenence in advocacy and lobby work
• Knowledge of gender and inclusion issues
• Co-ordination, facilitation and media mobilization skills
• Proficient in computer skills (MS office package)
• Willingness to work also in odd hours and under pressure
Individuals meeting the above criteria are requested to send their applications along with an updated CV with the names of two referees to apply@ayon.org no later than 30 January 2013 (within office hour) Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for written test and interview.
Youth,Women, Dalit. Janajat and people from other marginalised communities are strongly encouraged to apply