Jobs@ ANSAB
ANSAB (Asia Network for Sustainable Agriculture and Bioresources) is an international non-governmental organization with its headquarters in Kathmandu. Established in 1992, ANSAB is committed to biodiversity conservation and economic development through community-based enterprise oriented solutions. ANSAB has been working in the field of pro-poor economic development, natural resource management, biodiversity conservation, ecosystem services, and climate change.
ANSAB is currently seeking qualified, dynamic and result-oriented persons for the following positions:
1. PROGRAM OFFICER - (Biodiversity, Ecosystem Services and Climate Change) - 1
Required Qualifications and Competences
· Master's degree in the forestry with at least 3 years of experience in participatoryforestry and environmental research;
· Sound knowledge and understanding of the forestry, climate change and PES including REDD+ and adaptation issues;
· A strong aptitude and ability to communicate both informally (interpersonal skills and networking) and formally (presentations);
· Willingness to travel and work non-traditional hours as required;
· Project management experience (development and implementation of work plans, financial and technical management of contracts, supervision of consultants, liaison with relevant stakeholders, etc.);
· Experience in project development and resource mobilization;
· Skillful in facilitating stakeholders' workshops, meetings and trainings;
· Capable in stakeholders/ partners coordination, team management and prudent decision making;
· Coordinate, support and monitor the overall project activities implemented in collaboration with the partners;
· Experiences/strong interest in program designing and fundraising;
· Excellent written and spoken English and Nepali.
2. AGRICULTURIST
Required Qualifications and Competences
· Masters' degree in agriculture preferably agriculture economics, organic agriculture, horticulture or related subjects from the reputed university;
· Good understanding on the socio-economic and environmental issues of Nepalese agriculture;
· Experiences/strong interest in program designing and fundraising;
· Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills in English and Nepali;
· Sound skill on proposal and report writing;
· Prior work experience will be an added value for this position;
Fresh candidates with high intellectual capacities are also encouraged to apply.
3. EXPERT SERVICES
ANSAB is also seeking experts (Senior and Mid-level) for its ongoing and anticipated upcoming projects. Please send your CV highlighting your expertise along a letter explaining why you are suitable for this specific role. Candidates who possess experience in the specialized skills relevant to the following sectors are particularly welcome.
· Climate Change Adaptation
· Payment for Ecosystem Services
· REDD+ and Carbon Financing
· Forest Certification
· Forest Resource Inventory
· Biodiversity Conservation
· Environmental Impact Assessment
· Agroforestry and Conservation Farming
· Food Security
· Organic Farming
· Value Chain Development
· Enterprise Development and Business Planning
SALARY & BENEFITS
ANSAB provides a competitive salary and benefits based on qualification, previous experience; acquired skills and abilities; and applicant's level of commitment.
Qualified candidates meeting the above requirements may apply by sending an application including a recent CV and a letter of intent mentioning why they are suitable for the position by 26 August, 2012 to G.P.O Box 11035, Kathmandu or by e-mail to [email protected]
ANSAB is an equal opportunity employer and the qualified applicants are considered for employment irrespective of their race, gender or origin.
Only short listed candidates will be invited for an interview and no telephone inquiries will be entertained.
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