{"id":15632,"date":"2026-09-07T17:28:25","date_gmt":"2026-09-07T11:43:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nfdn.org.np\/?p=15632"},"modified":"2026-09-07T17:28:27","modified_gmt":"2026-09-07T11:43:27","slug":"vacancy-announcement-emergency-response2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nfdn.org.np\/ne\/vacancy\/vacancy-announcement-emergency-response2026\/","title":{"rendered":"VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Deadline: 14<sup>th<\/sup> September, 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Background<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The National Federation of the Disabled \u2013 Nepal (NFDN) is a national umbrella organization representing Organizations of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs) and advocating for the rights, dignity, and meaningful participation of persons with disabilities in governance and development processes across Nepal. NFDN partners with federal, provincial, and local governments, civil society, and development actors to strengthen disability-inclusive policies, accountability systems, and institutional capacities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">NFDN is seeking highly qualified, experienced, and motivated professionals for the following positions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Project Coordinator -1 (Nuwakot Based)-Fixed Term-6 Months<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Finance Officer-1 (<\/strong><strong>NFDN Federal office, Ratopul Kathmandu)-<\/strong><strong>Fixed Term-6 Months<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Project Coordinator- Inclusive Emergency Response<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">National Federation of the Disabled Nepal (NFDN) is seeking a qualified and motivated Project Coordinator-Emergency Response to support emergency humanitarian response and early recovery projects in Nuwakot, Rasuwa, and Dhading, Nepal, with support from CBM Global Disability Inclusion Nepal. The Project Coordinator will play a key role in promoting disability-inclusive humanitarian response and recovery by ensuring that planned project activities are implemented on time, within budget, and to a high standard, in close coordination with consortium and implementing partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The position will lead and coordinate consortium teams NDWA and BYAN, oversee project implementation and partnerships, monitor the use of resources and achievement of results, ensure compliance and accountability and coordinate with government authorities, humanitarian actors, development partners, and other relevant stakeholders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The position will report to the Admin Manager, Program Manager of NFDN and CBM Global Nepal, based in Nuwakot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Key Responsibilities<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ensure that all project activities are implemented in accordance with approved plans, budgets, agreements, and NFDN and partner policies and procedures.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monitor project implementation, resource utilization, expenditure, outputs, and results against approved plans and budgets.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lead and coordinate the consortium team and provide guidance to partners for effective implementation of agreed activities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ensure timely reporting, accurate documentation, and proper maintenance of project records.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ensure compliance with NFDN\u2019s organizational values, Code of Conduct, safeguarding standards, and relevant policies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lead, guide, coach, and support project teams working in high-pressure emergency settings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ensure effective coordination and communication among NFDN, consortium partners NDWA and BYAN, project teams, and other stakeholders.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Support NFDN in developing disability-inclusive emergency response plans, strategies, and preparedness measures.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Support the development of inclusive emergency response and early recovery project proposals and concept notes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Develop and maintain effective relationships with implementing partners, government authorities, humanitarian actors, and other key stakeholders.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ensure compliance with NFDN policies and procedures, including HR, Finance, PSEAH, Child Protection, Safeguarding, and other relevant policies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Support monitoring, accountability to affected populations (AAP), learning, documentation, and data quality.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lead and support emergency preparedness and contingency planning activities within the project.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Coordinate with relevant government authorities, humanitarian clusters, partners, and development actors as required.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Undertake other duties relevant to the position as assigned by NFDN management.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Eligibility to Apply<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Education: <\/strong>Master\u2019s degree in Management, Sociology, Development Studies, Disaster Risk Reduction, Social Sciences, Public Health or another relevant field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Experience<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>At least 5 years of relevant professional experience in humanitarian, inclusive disaster risk reduction, inclusive development, or emergency response projects with I\/NGOs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Demonstrated experience in inclusive DRR, climate change, humanitarian response, emergency preparedness and\/or early recovery.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Experience in disability inclusion and inclusive humanitarian action will be an advantage.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Experience in managing project teams and supporting staff capacity development.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Experience working with government authorities, humanitarian actors, development partners, and consortiums will be an advantage.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Skills and Competencies<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Strong facilitation and communication skills, including experience in training, awareness-raising, and community engagement.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Good knowledge of humanitarian project management approaches, tools, and the project cycle.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strong planning, organizational, coordination, and problem-solving skills.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ability to lead, motivate, coach, and strengthen the capacity and independence of project teams.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strong forward planning, prioritization, and decision-making skills.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ability to adapt quickly to changing circumstances and work effectively in complex and rapidly changing environments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple priorities and demanding workloads.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Willingness and flexibility to work beyond normal working hours, including weekends and public holidays, when required during emergency situations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Good written and spoken English language skills.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Good computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office applications.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strong commitment to humanitarian principles, inclusion, accountability, and the rights and dignity of affected populations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ability to simplify complex tasks, establish priorities, and facilitate timely implementation of project activities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2.\u00a0 Finance Officer \u2013 NFDN Federal Office, Ratopul, Kathmandu<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Duty Station: Federal Office, Kathmandu<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>NFDN<\/strong> is seeking a qualified, experienced and motivated <strong>Finance Officer<\/strong> to support the financial management of its program operation at various projects<strong>.<\/strong> The Finance Officer will be responsible for ensuring sound financial management, accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, compliance, and documentation of the project expenditure in accordance with NFDN policies, donor requirements, applicable laws, and agreements with partners. The position will work closely with the project team, consortium\/implementing partners, NFDN Finance and Administration team, and relevant stakeholders to ensure effective and transparent utilization of project resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Finance Officer will be based at <strong>NFDN Federal Office, Kathmandu<\/strong>, and will report to the <strong>Chief Finance Officer and Admin Manager<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Responsibilities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Financial Management and Accounting<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ensure proper and timely recording of all project financial transactions in accordance with NFDN\u2019s Financial Management and Accounting policies and procedures.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maintain accurate and complete financial records, supporting documents, vouchers, ledgers, and project accounts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Review payment requests, invoices, bills, advances, settlements, and other financial documents for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ensure that all expenditures are properly authorized, documented, coded, and charged to the appropriate project budget lines.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monitor project cash flow and ensure adequate availability of funds for planned activities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maintain proper records of advances and ensure timely settlement and follow-up.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Budget Management and Monitoring<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Support preparation of project budgets, budget revisions, cash forecasts, and financial plans.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monitor project expenditure against approved budgets and provide regular budget-versus-actual analysis.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Identify budget variances, financial risks, and potential overspending or underspending and promptly inform management and project teams.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Support project teams in understanding budget requirements and ensuring efficient utilization of resources.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monitor financial performance of implementing and consortium partners in accordance with partnership agreements.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Financial Reporting and Compliance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Prepare timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, donor, and project financial reports as required.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Support preparation of financial reports and statements for donors and partners in accordance with their requirements.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ensure compliance with NFDN financial policies, donor rules, project agreements, and applicable Government of Nepal regulations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ensure that financial documentation is complete, properly filed, and readily available for internal and external audits.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Support internal and external audits and ensure timely follow-up of audit recommendations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ensure compliance with NFDN\u2019s anti-fraud, anti-corruption, safeguarding, PSEAH, and other relevant organizational policies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Partner and Field-Level Support<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Provide financial guidance and technical support to project and field teams on financial procedures and documentation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Review financial reports and supporting documents submitted by implementing partners and provide feedback for correction where necessary.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Support partners to strengthen financial management, internal controls, documentation, and accountability.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Conduct or support financial monitoring visits to project locations and partner organizations when required.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Coordinate with banks, suppliers, auditors, partners, and relevant authorities on financial matters.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Internal Control and Risk Management<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ensure effective internal financial controls are maintained throughout project implementation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Identify financial risks and recommend appropriate mitigation measures.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Monitor compliance with procurement and financial procedures.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Support prevention and detection of financial irregularities, fraud, misuse of resources, and conflicts of interest.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ensure appropriate segregation of financial responsibilities and authorization controls.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other Responsibilities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Support emergency response teams with rapid financial arrangements when required.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provide financial inputs for project proposals, budgets, concept notes, and reports.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maintain confidentiality and integrity of financial information.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Contribute to organizational learning and improvement of financial systems.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Perform other finance-related duties assigned by NFDN management.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Eligibility to Apply<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Education: At least Bachelor\u2019s degree in <strong>Finance, Accounting, Management, Commerce, or a related field<\/strong>.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Experience<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>At least <strong>3\u20135 years of relevant professional experience<\/strong> in finance and accounting, preferably with I\/NGOs or development\/humanitarian organizations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Experience in managing donor-funded projects and preparing donor financial reports.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Experience in budget preparation, expenditure monitoring, financial analysis, and financial reporting.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Experience working with consortiums and\/or implementing partners will be an advantage.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Experience in humanitarian, emergency response, DRR, or early recovery projects will be an advantage.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Experience working with disability-inclusive programs will be an advantage.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Skills and Competencies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial management, budgeting, and internal controls.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Good understanding of donor financial requirements and compliance standards.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strong analytical, numerical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ability to review financial documents carefully and identify errors, inconsistencies, and compliance issues.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities under pressure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strong coordination and communication skills.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ability to provide financial guidance and support to project teams and partners.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>High level of integrity, confidentiality, accountability, and attention to detail.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Good written and spoken English and Nepali.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Good computer skills, particularly <strong>MS Excel, Word, and accounting\/financial management software (FAMAS)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Willingness to travel to project locations when required.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ability and willingness to work beyond normal working hours, including weekends and public holidays, during emergency situations when necessary.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Before You Apply<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Applicants are requested to prepare the following documents:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A <strong>motivation letter<\/strong>, including expected salary.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An updated <strong>CV<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Contact details of <strong>two referees<\/strong>, including one current or most recent line manager.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Telephone numbers and email addresses of the referees.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Apply<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Interested and qualified candidates are requested to submit their <strong>motivation letter and updated CV, including details of two referees<\/strong>, by email to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Email: <\/strong><a href=\"mailto:vacancy@nfdn.org.np\"><strong>vacancy@nfdn.org.np<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Deadline: September 14, 2026 (Rolling Basis)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further selection process. Canvassing at any stage of processes shall lead to automatic disqualification. Due to the urgency of the positions, recruitment will be held on a rolling basis and NFDN reserves the right to select a candidate prior to the deadline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Qualified female<strong>, persons with disabilities, and members of disadvantaged and marginalized communities<\/strong> are strongly encouraged to apply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Selected candidates must be willing to comply with NFDN\u2019s <strong>Financial Management Policies, Child Protection Policy, Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (PSEAH) Policy, Safeguarding Policy, Code of Conduct, Anti-Corruption Policy, and other relevant organizational policies and procedures.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>NFDN reserves the right to cancel, postpone or modify the whole recruitment process and reject any application without giving any reasons whatsoever.<\/em><\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Deadline: 14th September, 2026 Background The National Federation of the Disabled \u2013 Nepal (NFDN) is a national umbrella organization representing Organizations of Persons&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":15240,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"url":"","client":"","location":"","start_date":"","end_date":"","_kad_blocks_custom_css":"","_kad_blocks_head_custom_js":"","_kad_blocks_body_custom_js":"","_kad_blocks_footer_custom_js":"","_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"_kad_post_classname":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[37],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-15632","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-vacancy"],"translation":{"provider":"WPGlobus","version":"3.0.2","language":"ne","enabled_languages":["en","ne"],"languages":{"en":{"title":true,"content":true,"excerpt":false},"ne":{"title":false,"content":false,"excerpt":false}}},"taxonomy_info":{"category":[{"value":37,"label":"Vacancy"}]},"featured_image_src_large":["https:\/\/www.nfdn.org.np\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Gemini_Generated_Image_2ugv9g2ugv9g2ugv-e1772107048972.png",850,361,false],"author_info":{"display_name":"NFDN Nepal","author_link":"https:\/\/www.nfdn.org.np\/ne\/author\/nfdnadmin\/"},"comment_info":"","category_info":[{"term_id":37,"name":"Vacancy","slug":"vacancy","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":37,"taxonomy":"category","description":"","parent":0,"count":47,"filter":"raw","cat_ID":37,"category_count":47,"category_description":"","cat_name":"Vacancy","category_nicename":"vacancy","category_parent":0}],"tag_info":false,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nfdn.org.np\/ne\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/15632","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nfdn.org.np\/ne\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nfdn.org.np\/ne\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nfdn.org.np\/ne\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/5"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nfdn.org.np\/ne\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=15632"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.nfdn.org.np\/ne\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/15632\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":15633,"href":"https:\/\/www.nfdn.org.np\/ne\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/15632\/revisions\/15633"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nfdn.org.np\/ne\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/15240"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nfdn.org.np\/ne\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=15632"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nfdn.org.np\/ne\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=15632"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nfdn.org.np\/ne\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=15632"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}