Helvetas seeks candidates for the position of Helvetas Nepal Programme Director.


OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY:

The Helvetas Nepal Programme Director leads the strategic development and effective implementation of the Helvetas Nepal Country Programme. This position requires a visionary leader, who is an accomplished and credible manager with a nigh-level understanding of development issues in Nepal and the region. The position requires competencies across a broad spectrum of subjects ranging from development cooperation, strategic planning, acquisition and development dialogue to organizational and personnel management and financial planning.

The Programme Director is accountable for all financial, personnel and administrative matters. He/she will work closely with the Programme Coordinator at the Helvetas head office in Zurich, Switzerland. A close cooperation is required with the Coordination Office of the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation in Kathmandu and with other strategic donor partners in Nepal and the region.


SPECIFIC DUTIES:


■ Provide strategic guidance for the Helvetas Nepal Country Programme (HNCP)
■ Implement the HNCP and take responsibility for managing and motivating a diverse country programme team
■ Ensure implementation of the policies of Helvetas Nepal including gender, poverty orientation and inclusion
■ Maintain and further strengthen networks and relationships with: Central and local government; Strategic donor partners; Non-governmental development partners
■ Negotiations with strategic partners and acquisition of new projects
■ Maintain a transparent communication within Helvetas and with stakeholders to manage and further enhance the image and credibility of He|vetas Nepal
■ Take a pro-active role in the development policy dialogue with the GoN and the donor community with reference to Helvetas Nepal's sectoral experiences
■ Promote innovation, learning and knowledge sharing.


QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
■ At least a Master degree in a relevant discipline
■ More than 10 years of experience in a leadership and senior management position in development cooperation
■ Visionary leader with a deep understanding of political and development issues in Nepal and the region
■ Personality sharing Helvetas' development outlook and value system
■ Motivated, proactive and enthusiastic individual showing judgement and initiative
■ Excellent skills in human resources-management, including the capacity to assess performance, consistently motivate people to excel and lead and motivate a competent team
■ Excellent analytical, conceptual and programmatic skills
■ Excellent communication, reporting and writing skills
■ Excellent social and intercultural competence
■ Track record of successful acquisitions
■ Proven experience in financial planning, budgeting and efficient use of financial resources
■ Fluent written and oral communication in English and Nepali
■ Ability to work under pressure and on deadlines
■ Strong interest to visit programmes and projects in remote areas
■ Sound knowledge and understanding of the social, political, ethnic and economic fabrics of Nepal.

Helvetas strives at an equitable work force diversify and gender balance among its staff.

Interested Nepali citizens who meet the qualification requirements are asked to submit their curriculum vitae (providing names and contact details of three referees including at least one recent employer) and a supporting letter of motivation in English to the following email address latest by January 15, 2009.

Attention: HR Consultant
hurdec@ntc.net.np

Only in case of inability to apply via email, use the mailing address:

GPO Box: 158, Kathmandu.


Note: Published in the Kantipur Daily Newspaper
Date: 20/12/2008