Website LI-BIRD
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.
‘Scaling up climate resilient agriculture for sustainable livelihood of smallholder farmers in Nepal’ is funded by Bread for the World (BftW) Germany and is being implemented by LI-BIRD in Sindhupalchowk and Kaski district in Nepal since 2018 and is currently in its second phase. The project aims to enhance the livelihood of smallholder farmers through the promotion of Climate Resilient Agricultural (CRA) approaches, technologies and practices. The Phase-II is till September 2024 and LI-BIRD is anticipating Phase-III from October 2024 onwards.
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 position.
Team Leader (Level-9)-1, (Women only, based at LI-BIRD Head Office, Pokhara, Kaski)
Job Summary: Reporting to the Programme Operations Director, the Team Leader (TL) is responsible for overall management of the BftW funded Climate Resilient Agriculture (CRA) project by providing a leadership role in the areas of planning, monitoring & evaluation coordination, documentation and reporting. The TL ensures proper management of the project resources including staff and budget. TL is responsible for building a relationship with the donor, providing technical guidance and maintaining congenial working relationships with other projects. TL requires establishing the highest level of coordination with governments, Bftw partners and other key stakeholders at the local, provincial and national level. TL also requires to work closely with various units at LI-BIRD to ensure adequate coordination and programme synergies.
Education and Experience: Master’s degree in Organic/Ecological Agriculture, Conservation Ecology, Natural Resource Management or related discipline, with 5 years’ work experience in project management.
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 12 February 2024 (29 Magh 2080) by filling an application in the link https://bit.ly/49winnB. Applications should be submitted with 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, PO Box 324, Pokhara, Kaski.