National Indigenous Women’s Federation (NIWF) Vacancy for Local Project Officer
Vacancy Announcement:
National Indigenous Women’s Federation (NIWF) is an umbrella organization of 49 Indigenous Women(IW) organizations. This non-profit making organization has been working in the field of indigenous women mainly focusing on indigenous women’s human rights, land rights, identity, against the indigenous women’s violence, advocacy, research, publication and promotion of indigenous knowledge and skills to achieve the collective mission of indigenous women.
In partnership with Dan Church Aid NIWF implementing the project WEHRDs in Nepal Resisting Gender-Based Violence (RESIST) in Kailali. The project seeks to address GBV affecting women and marginalized groups engaged in the protection, management, and use of community forests and increase safe access to response services, enabling the conservation of forest resources and acknowledging the need to respect human rights. The project will engage 50 Community Forest User’s Groups (CFUGs), comprising of indigenous Tharus, youth groups and the local government from two rural municipalities: Kailari and Bhajani of Kailali District in Nepal. The project will support to expand safe, equitable access to community forests, have increased access and influence at the subnational and federal networks and increase their capacity and accountability to address GBV as a barrier for women’s rights and roles in forestry.
Job Title: Local Project Officer (1)
Location: Based on field Office in Dhangadhi, Kailali
Salary: As per organization rule
Job Type: Full Time
Job summary
Local Project Officer is mainly responsible to work closely with the target groups in the working areas. This role includes project implementation, capacity building, internal and external coordination and representation, and reporting.
Major Responsibilities and Tasks
Under the guidance of Project Coordinator, work closely with CFUG members, Tharu Customary Institution (Valmansa), youths, gender networks while implementing project activities.
Support in implementing workshop plan, project activities, and reporting progress of field activities.
Develop and maintain mutual and beneficial relationships with key stakeholders through regular coordination and frequent communication.
Maintain proper documentation of the project activities and timely submit for each activity carried out in the field.
Education
Bachelors degree in Social sciences, Social, Development Studies, community Development, Sociology, or related field.
Work Experience and competencies
At least 3 years of experience on project management, and program implementation at field level.
Previous working experience on Gender Based Violence, Climate change and indigenous people rights.
Experience in community mobilization
Strong coordination and collaboration abilities with stakeholders and community people.
Program and budget management experience
Strong leadership and guidance skills.
Financial and policy compliance understanding.
Excellent documentation and report writing skills.
Deadline: May 16, 2024
