Vacancy re-announcement: Program Officer and Graphic Designer

Yuwalaya is a purely youth-led, non-profit, non-government organization working for and with youths and adolescents of Nepal. Yuwalaya is established by child club graduates and seeks to create platform for adolescents, youths and especially child clubs graduates aiming to encourage them to achieve its goals and objectives.

Yuwalaya is hiring personnel for the following positions to execute its projects:

Program Officer

Six months with possible extension

Responsibilities Manage implementation of Yuwalaya projects as per the work plan and finances/budget Lead the project team including supervising and guiding the team members to implement the projects Prepare quality reports (monthly/quarterly/project end) to submit to donors Liaise with government offices, donors and local partners and represent Yuwalaya during meetings with them Work closely with the Executive Board to develop proposals and concept notes Coordinate with the Executive Board to execute various programs, regular activities and project specific assignments Qualification and Experience Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent from a recognized institution Knowledge of project management and proposal development Excellent English and Nepali language skills Advanced computer skills including MS Office and social media Team spirit and ability to work under pressure Proactive and ability to work with minimum supervision Communication skills and learning attitude Sensitivity towards children and child-friendly approach and behaviors Willingness and ability for field visit Experience in programs with children and/or youth and adolescents will be an advantage.

Graphic Designer

Six months with possible extension

Responsibilities Illustrate conceptualized materials into graphs and figures for publication Design behavior change communication (BCC) materials as and when required for the organization Qualification and Experience Higher secondary (10+2) or equivalent from a recognized institution Good English and Nepali language skills Passion about illustration/drawing/design Working knowledge of Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign and/or related software Creativity, learning attitude and interest on child and adolescent issues Team spirit and ability to work under pressure Sensitivity toward children and child-friendly approach and behaviors Experience in programs associated with children and/or youth and adolescents will be an advantage. Preference will be given to students of Fine Arts.

Duty station: Kathmandu with frequent field visits in different districts of Nepal

Working hours: Full time

Salary: As per the organizational policy and rules

Commencement: Urgent

Interested youths can send their applications and CV to yuwalaya.youth@gmail.com with subject reflecting the position applied for, by 5:00 PM, June 1, 2016.