Website Local Initiatives for Biodiversity, Research, and Development (LI-BIRD)
JOB OPPORTUNITY
Admin and Finance Assistant
(Level 3 or 4)-1, (LREP and SAFE project, based at Site office, Bansgadhi Bardiya)
Local Initiatives for Biodiversity, Research, and Development (LI-BIRD) is a non-profit, non-governmental organization established in October 1995 with its Head Office in Pokhara and Programme Coordination Office in Lalitpur. LI-BIRD is committed to capitalizing on local initiatives for sustainable management of renewable natural resources and improving the livelihoods of rural people in Nepal.
LI-BIRD provides a collegial and supportive working environment where young professionals with a learning attitude thrive and succeed. LI-BIRD provides unparalleled mentoring support while challenging its staff to learn, innovate and acquire skills and experiences that will become foundational for the rest of their careers.
‘De-risking the transition to sustainable, climate-resilient agricultural models and safeguarding food production from climate shocks and stress in humanitarian contexts (SAFE)’ project is being implemented by LI-BIRD in Barbardiya Municipality of Bardiya district with funding support from the Novo Nordisk Foundation through DCA Nepal. The project aims at strengthening the evidence-base and exploring concrete models for easing and de-risking the transition to sustainable, climate-resilient agroecology-based food production and protecting local food and market system functionality for enhanced food security and self-reliance in the face of climate shocks and stresses in humanitarian settings.
‘Livelihood and Resilience Enhancement Project (LREP-II)’ is funded by NORAD through The Development Fund, Norway and implemented in Bardiya, Kailali and Humla districts. The project aims to improve food and nutrition security, income and resilience of small and marginal farm families in the western terai and hills of Nepal.
LI-BIRD invites applications from eligible and qualified Nepali citizens who are committed and have the ability to deliver results with the highest integrity for the following positions:
Admin and Finance Assistant (Level 3 or 4)-1, (LREP and SAFE project, based at Site office, Bansgadhi Bardiya)
Job Summary: The Admin & Finance Assistant (AFA) will report to the Team Leader (LREP II) and will be primarily responsible for the account keeping of LREP II and SAFE projects. S/he will also support the project team on administration, procurement and logistics management. S/he will coordinate with relevant staff to ensure accounting and documentation of all financial transactions are carried out accurately and on time.
Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent degree in commerce/management, with 2 years of relevant work experience or 10+2 in management with 3 years experience in relevant field.
LI-BIRD offers competitive remuneration and other fringe benefits as laid out in its personnel policy. Interested candidates are requested to submit their applications with CV, including three references, citizenship certificate, motorbike/scooter driving license and relevant testimonials, by 22 May 2024 (9 Jestha 2081) by filling an application in the link https://bit.ly/3UFdPWa. Applications should be submitted with a complete set of required documents, otherwise will not be considered for further processing. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for the interview. Telephone calls will not be entertained and could lead to disqualification.
LI-BIRD promotes workforce diversity and applies positive discrimination to candidates from discriminated groups (women and candidates from Dalit, Janajati, Madhesi/Terai and other minority communities).
Please apply to: Human Resources Manager, LI-BIRD, Pokhara, Kaski.