Location
You will be working in a cross-cultural, impact-oriented environment at ICIMOD’s head office in Kathmandu, Nepal. Occasional travel in the HKH region will be required. Kathmandu is a lively and exciting place to live. People are friendly, living costs are comparatively inexpensive, food is delicious (with a range of local and international cuisines), and there are good local and international schools and a low crime rate. Nepal offers amazing trekking trails, white water rafting, and safaris, combined with a rich culture and charming yet lively nightlife.  

Duration 
Two years, with a probation period of six months. There is a possibility of extension subject to performance and ICIMOD’s future funding levels.

Minimum qualifications and experience:

ESSENTIAL

• Master’s degree in social sciences or a related field (e.g., gender and women’s studies, sociology, anthropology, development studies, and environmental studies) with three years of relevant experience
• Experienced and skilled in applying GESI concepts, analysis, and approaches in research and/or development programs, particularly in the fields of livelihoods, climate change, environment, and mountain economies
• Experience in qualitative and quantitative GESI research methods, field data collection, data analysis, and tools for GESI integration
• Experience working with a diverse range of stakeholders, i.e., local communities, governments, the private sector, etc
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills in English
• Good skills in scientific writing (i.e., technical reports, journal articles, etc.) and preparing workshop reports
• Motivated and able to travel to remote areas of the HKH region whenever required.

PREFERRED 

• Experience working in an international organisation with people from a wide range of cultures and nationalities.
• Working knowledge of, or interest in learning, languages of the HKH region.

Remuneration
This is an international position at ICIMOD. Remuneration is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Salaries and benefits at ICIMOD are competitive compared with other international organisations. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a provident fund, health insurance, severance pay, children’s education grant, and paid leave (30 holidays and 10 public holidays per year). 

For expatriates, there is a tax exemption in Nepal; they are responsible for their home country’s tax payments. Expatriate staff are entitled to housing allowance, annual home leave ticket, shipment of personal effects, and an installation and removal allowance.

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