Required Technical Competence

Master's degree in publlic Policy or Law, Political Science, Sociology, Economics, Development Studies, or other relevant fields; At least 2 years' experience in practical development work in the areas of decentralization and local governance, including extensive field exposure; High Proficiency in spoken and written English and Nepali; In-depth understanding of current issues related to political transformation, poverty, inequity and social and economic challenges in Nepal, constitutional provisions in the functioning of the country, especially that of the State Government and Local government.

Required Methodological and Social Competence

High levels of energy, initiative and flexibility in quickly adjusting to changing work program requirements; Ability to juggle numerous competing demands and priorities, respond quickly to internal and extenal client requests, and set priorities; Very pronounced analytical and conceptual thinking, and the ability to capture it in clearly and logically in writing; Keen aptitude to learn; Proven facilitation, moderation and presentation skills, Able to define clear objectives & priorities; Able to work independently and under pressure and willing to take initiatives & accept a wide spectrum of tasks; have demonstrated leadership and managerial competencies; capable to work in a multicultural team; sensitive in areas of gender and social inclusion; abie to deal with criticism and conflict; have client-orientation and able to network & negotiate; have a good understanding of the national context. Application in English with immediate contact address and a telephone number; an updated bio- data; copies of citizenship certificate and academic credentials; and reference from former employer(s) should reach at the latest by 17:00 hrs on 9th August 2019 through post or through email as attachment (please do not provide a link to google drive or any other cloud server) at [email protected] Please clearly mark "Application for Field Programme Officer" respectively on the envelope/subject of the email. Head Personnel and Administration (Chancery) P.O. Box 113 Kathmandu, Nepal Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. The Embassy reserves the right to reject any or all applications without assigning any reasons. The Embassy of Switzerland in Nepal promotes workforce diversity and applies positive discrimination to candidates from discriminated groups (women and candidates from Dalit, Janajati, Madhesi/Terai, and other minority community)