Vacancy Notice & Announcements | 2022 | Samaanta Foundation | NGO / INGO / Development Projects

Samaanta Foundation | NGO / INGO / Development Projects

Job Category: Program officer/ manager

Job Location: Kathmandu, Nepal

Apply Before: Aug. 22, 2022, 23:55 

Job Description

The Program Manager (hereafter referred to as PM) will be a full-time employee of Samaanta Foundation, reporting to the Foundation’s Director of Programs. The PM will be responsible for all Samaanta programs and activities, including selection, academic and personal growth, and welfare of the fellows, and building and maintaining relationships with all partners and stakeholders. This is a full-time position, with a probation period of three months, and regular reviews thereafter. 

The key roles and responsibilities of the PM are listed below, but these are meant to be illustrative rather than exhaustive. The organization retains the right to add or change these roles and responsibilities. 

Manage all aspects of the selection process, college placement, and academic support to the fellows 

Design and manage an annual calendar, extra-curricular sessions, and support internships, skill building, and work placements 

Strengthen the mentorship program, organize regular mentorship sessions, increase the pool of mentors, and work with them to increase the impact of the mentorship program. Establish and maintain rapport with the mentors. 

Serve as the focal point for all fellows, supervising fees and stipend payments, recording and reviewing academic performance, and supporting their overall growth 

Maintain detailed records of fellowship activities and expenditures, and support the publication of quarterly newsletters 

Serve as the focal point for all partners and stakeholders including parents, teachers, college and hostel management 

Establish new partnerships with stakeholders in education, public sector, development agencies, and corporate sectors to promote Samaanta 

Design and develop a communications strategy and funding proposals, and pursue fundraising activities at the national and international levels 

Prepare reports for funders and partners as required

Ensure Samaanta’s legal and financial compliance in terms of annual reports, audits, and any other compliance requirements 

Liaise with the Board of Directors to shape the vision and future direction of the organization 

Qualifications 

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferable 

At least two years of experience in a similar area of work 

Minimum two years of expertise in working with and mentoring young people 

Ability to work independently on multiple assignments simultaneously, and lead with minimal supervision 

Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills in Nepali and English 

Salary: Competitive salary negotiable, commensurate with qualifications and experience Start date: As soon as possible 

Applying Procedure

Interested candidates are requested to submit a cover letter with salary expectations (pdf) and their CV (max 3 pages, pdf) by 22nd August 2022 to [email protected], with “Application for Program Manager” as the subject line. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

Samaanta Foundation is an equal opportunity employer.