Project Director (Based in Country Office; Open to all applicants)

Responsibility: Ensure smooth, timely and quality implementation of the project that aims to increase the resiliency of local communities to child labor and/or forced labor in the context of a changing climate in Nepal. S/he will have a demonstrated experience on the impact of climate change, child protection systems and ways to add ress chil d and/or forced labor, with preferably a working knowledge on the impact of climate change on children. S/he will maintain appropriate project delivery systems, ensures contractual requirements are met and maintain positive relationship with relevant stakeholders including all three tiers of government (federal, provincial and local) along with relevant line ministries and institutions and both private and public institutions. S/he will embed a Human-Centered Design approach into programming and follow a collaborative and adaptive approach to project delivery.

Travel required: 25%

Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience

• Master Degree in development-related field / Social Sciences (International Development, Economics, Public Policy or Social Development).
• Relevant Education with focus on Child Labor issues and Climate Change Adaptation would be preferred.
• At least seven to ten years of demonstrated experience in project management and implementation with experience leadership and managerial role in International Organisations.
• Excellent track record of building relationships with institutional and corporate donors. 
• Demonstrable knowledge of grants acquisition and compliance processes and practices, as a result of study, training or practical experience.
• Knowledge of the individual donors’ interests, priorities and requirements. 

Plan is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such qualified female candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

To Apply,

Applications are solely accepted through People2People online application procedures. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further selection process. Canvassing at any stage of processes shall lead to automatic disqualification. Due to the urgency of the positions, recruitment will be held on rolling basis and Plan international reserves the right to select a candidate prior to the deadline.

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