Department: Education

Reports to: Head of Programmes

Location: Kathmandu (with 40% travel to working districts).

Duration: One-year fixed contract with possible extension. The contract would be provided after satisfactory performance in a three-month probation period.

Work Hours: Full-time; 40 hours per week.

Education and Experience:

• Master’s degree in Education, Social Sciences, Development Studies, or a related field. A focus on educational management, policy, or administration is preferred.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive experience in the education sector, particularly in managing or leading education programs in rural or disadvantaged areas.
• Proven experience in working with government bodies, especially the Education Development Coordination Unit (EDCU) and municipalities.
• Demonstrated experience in designing and implementing education programs, including teacher training, curriculum development, and community-based education initiatives.
• Experience in managing teams, mentoring staff, and overseeing multiple projects and programs, with a focus on primary-level education.
• Experience in working with donors and understanding of donor regulations and compliance, particularly in education-related projects.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong leadership and management skills, with a proven ability to manage diverse teams and work collaboratively across departments.
• Excellent project management skills, including planning, budgeting, monitoring, and reporting.
• Familiarity with national education policies, strategies, and trends, as well as a strong understanding of the local education context in Nepal.
• Expertise in monitoring and evaluation (M&E) to ensure the effectiveness of education programs and initiatives.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and advocacy skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at the local, regional, and national levels.
• Ability to think strategically and introduce innovative approaches to improve education quality, especially for marginalized communities.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection principles, with experience integrating these into education programs.

Other Requirements:

• Willingness to travel to remote areas and work closely with local communities, government officials, and education stakeholders.
• Fluency in English and Nepali (both written and spoken).
• Strong data analysis and decision-making skills, with the ability to use evidence-based approaches in program design and implementation.
• Proficiency in relevant software and tools (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, M&E tools).

HOW TO APPLY: To apply for this position, please send a comprehensive CV (max 2 pages) and a supporting statement (no more than 2 pages).

You should give the names, positions, organizations, and telephone contact numbers of two referees, one of whom should be your current/most recent employer. References will only be taken once your express permission has been granted.

UWS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are only able to accept applications from candidates who have the permanent right to employment in Nepal.

UWS is committed to the safeguarding of children and ensuring we recruit safely is central to this commitment. All applicants will be required to undertake a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check as a condition of employment.

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