Engineering
Program Officer – Infrastructure HARIYO BAN PROGRAM (BASED IN KATHMANDU) Full Time
WWF Nepal, the global conservation organization leading international efforts
for a living planet seeks applications from qualified Nepali candidates for the
following full-time position under the Hariyo Ban Program.
The Hariyo Ban Program is a USAID-funded five-year initiative implemented in
Terai Arc Landscape and Chitwan-Annapurna Landscape, running from July 2016
to July 2021. Led by WWF Nepal and implemented by four consortium partners,
the program addresses biodiversity threats and climate vulnerability with the goal
of increased ecological and community resilience.
If you think you are an achiever and willing to work within a diverse team in a
multicultural environment with commitment and passion for what you believe in,
you are highly encouraged to apply PROGRAM OFFICER – INFRASTRUCTURE, HARIYOBANPROGRAM (BASED IN KATHMANDU)
Major Responsibilities: Under the direct supervision of the Chief of Party, the
Program Officer-Infrastructure will work as a core member of the Hariyo Ban
Program. She will be responsible for mainstreaming sustainable infrastructure
development for reducing the impacts on biodiversity and climate change. The
Program Officer will liaise with the government, donors and infrastructure developers
to promote best practices in infrastructure development. In order to contribute
towards Hariyo Ban Program’s learnings, the Program Officer will work closely
ith the monitoring and evaluation unit to document the progress and lessons
learnt from the infrastructure work.
Qualifications: A Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental
Engineering or related subject is required. Additional degree in environment/natural
resources is a strong advantage. At least 5 years of experience working in
infrastructure development, with intensive experience in Environmental Impact
Assessment/Initial Environmental Examination is essential. Preference will be
given to the candidate with knowledge and/or experience in forest or natural
resource management and climate change adaptation.
Interested applicants are requested to download the application form on the
below mentioned website and send the same with an application letter to the email
address below by 17:oo hours on 22nd September 2016.
Please mention the position you are applying for as the subject. Emails without an application letter and completed application form will not be entertained. Only shortlisted candidates will be informed. Detailed TOR for the above mentioned position can be downloaded from our website http://www.wwfnepal.org/