Nepal Development Research Institute Vacancy for Research Associate

NDRI is an independent, non-profit institution, a leading think tank in Nepal dedicated to address the contemporary and emerging challenges through quality research for evidence-based policy and programming. Established in 2004, NDRI comprises of an interdisciplinary team of experts with highest academic standings, and wealth of national and international experiences. NDRI focuses on creating opportunities for research, dialogue and collaboration.

NDRI works on 4 thematic areas: (i) Livelihood and Food Security; (ii) Water and Climate; (iii) Health, Education, and Environment; and (iv) Economic Growth and Development and 2 cross-cutting areas: (a) Disaster Risk Management and (b) Gender Equality and Social Inclusion.

As a part of the NDRI’s Health, Education and Environment Program (HEEP) team, the incumbent will work under the direct supervision of the HEEP Lead, and general supervision of the Executive Director. S/he will be stationed at NDRI office located at Sanepa, Lalitpur, Nepal, but might require travelling frequently to the study/project locations. The initial contract will be for one year, (subject to a successful completion of two-month probation period), with the possibility of extension depending on the performance and availability of funds.

The applicants are required to submit the application documents via this Google form no later than 20 January 2025,Monday before 5:00 pm Nepal Standard Time.

Required Qualification and Experience

• Master’s degree in Public Health, Education, Environmental Science or other relevant field with at least 3 years of relevant experience
• Experience in qualitative and quantitative data analysis
• Experience in project development and execution
• Pleasant personality and team worker with good command of both English and Nepali languages

Detailed Terms of Reference (ToR) can be downloaded here:

Note:

• Application via email and/or hardcopy will not be entertained. Above Google Form should be used for submission.
• Multiple submission of documents will be disqualified.
• Please clearly mention the position in the subject of the Cover letter as ‘Application for the Post of Research Associate (Health-Education-Environment Program, NDRI)’
• Cover Letter should be
• Signed with contact details
• Addressed to the Executive Director of NDRI
• Provided with an expected salary

Shortlisted candidates will be informed for further assessment and interview.

Deadline: 2025-01-20

To Apply Visit: ndri.org.np