Job Description
Oxfam works with others to overcome poverty and suffering
Oxfam Is an international confederation of IS organizations networked together in more than 90 countries. as part of a global movement for change, to build a future free from the injustice of poverty. Oxfam has been working in Nepal since the early 1980s undertaking various development initiatives addressing the poverty and injustice faced by the population, especially women and other socially and economically excluded groups.
We are seeking experienced member for a long term; in-country role on following upcoming project and position:
Position: Team Leader — DFID Nepal Urban Resilience Project
Project: DFID Nepal Urban Resilience Project
Requirement: 1
Level: C I
Duration: One year with possibility of extension
Location: Kathmandu
Description
The position holder will be responsible for leading the upcoming DFID Nepal Urban Resilience Project to support national and local government in strengthening the urban resilience to natural disasters and also to strengthen national policy development, implementation and monitoring in relation to disaster resilience. The post holder will be responsible for providing strategic and leadership support for the management and delivery of upcoming DFID Nepal Urban Resilience Program. S/he will be responsible for providing technical support to the team on Urban disaster risk assessment, plans and business systems and strategic inputs regarding Food Security, Water Sanitation and Health, Disaster Risk Reduction, Public Health and Community Based Disaster Risk Reduction. S/he will oversee Human Resource Management and also be responsible for Program Development, Partnership Management and Reporting.
Desired Skills and Competencies
Master’s Degree in International Development/ Development Management! Urban Planning/ DRR & Climate Change Adaptation/ Civil Engineering, or similar subjects with 5 years of experience in Urban resilience and policy work.
How To Apply
To apply for the above position, please go to this link https://jobs.oxfam.org.uk/dvacancy/5970/description
Applications for the above position can be sent by 3rd May, 2017. “Oxfam encourages Women, people of ethnic minorities and marginalized communities to apply.” We regret that only shordisted candidates will be contacted.