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Program Officer Vacancy at The Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA)

Published on Apr 30, 2024
Job title Program Officer
Job location Jwagal, Lalitpur
Industry NGO-INGO
Deadline This job has expired.
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About Us:

The Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) has been actively contributing to development initiatives in Nepal on behalf of the South Korean Government. We are currently seeking a highly qualified Nepali national to join our team as a Program Officer at KOICA's Nepal Office in Jwagal, Lalitpur.

Vacancy Highlight's:

  • Organization Name: The Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA)
  • Job Title: Program Officer
  • Required No: 1 ( One )
  • Contract Duration: 3-month probation period, with annual renewal based on performance review
  • Duty Station: KOICA Nepal Office, Jwagal, Lalitpur (includes frequent visits to project sites)
  • Office Hours: Full-Time (9:00 am - 5:00 pm), Monday to Friday
  • Start Date: June 3, 2024

Responsibilities of Program Officer:

  • Assist the Country Director (CD), Deputy Country Director (DCD), and Assistant Country Director (ACD) in various tasks.
  • Manage and coordinate KOICA's Country Projects and ODA Programs, including documentation, networking, and liaising with ministries and stakeholders.
  • Oversee project progress, follow-ups, necessary interventions, meetings, program reviews, and maintain contacts and networks related to KOICA's ODA programs.
  • Handle VAT refund processes for KOICA Nepal Office projects.
  • Conduct administrative duties related to KOICA Country Projects.
  • Maintain positive relationships with ministries, Korean organizations, project management committees, and other stakeholders.
  • Undertake sector-specific research, especially in agriculture, health, environment, or related fields as assigned by CD/DCD/ACD.
  • Perform other administrative tasks as assigned.

Required Qualification &  Experience for Program Officer:

  • Master's Degree in Agriculture, Health, Environment, or related development disciplines.
  • At least 5 years of experience in project management within the agriculture, health, environment, or related development sector.

Required Skills for Program Officer:

  • Fluency in Korean language skills (speaking, listening), with proficiency in writing being advantageous.
  • Academic background from Korean universities is a plus.
  • Strong communication and translation skills.
  • Proficient in Nepali and English (speaking and writing reports).
  • Nepali citizen with good health.
  • Multi-tasking abilities and excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Strong computer skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Salary & Benefit for Program Officer:

  • Compensation and benefits adhere to KOICA Nepal Office policies.

Required Documents for the Application:

  1. Cover letter
  2. CV
  3. Short essay (maximum 500 words) on "Your Plan on How to Work in KOICA Nepal Office" (in English).
  4. Other relevant documents for this position.

How to Apply:

Submit your application to nepal@koica.go.kr  by May 12, 2024, to be considered. Only selected candidates will be contacted for further processes. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

Note: Women candidates are encouraged to apply.

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