Health Officer

The Youth Acting for Change Nepal (YAC Nepal) is a non-political and non-profit making social development organization. This organization was established in 2057 BS (2000 AD) by dedicated young professionals with extensive experience in the field of social development. It was registered in the District Administration Office, Kailali, on the 26th of Ashoj, 2061 BS (12th October 2004) and affiliated with Social Welfare Council, with registration number 16923, and has been working in Sudurpaschim province of Nepal, with focus on promotion of Human Right to Food, improving livelihood of poor vulnerable and socially excluded people through community led action for Governance and justice.

In consortium with CARE Nepal, iDE Nepal, and MAP International, YAC Nepal is implementing the Mother and Child Wellbeing (MCW) project in five municipalities of Kailali district (Kailari and Janaki Rural Municipality and Bhajani, Ghodaghodi, and Godawari Municipality). The project leverages expertise in food, nutrition, health, water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH), market systems, and Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) sectors.

In this connection, YAC Nepal invites application from the deserving candidate for the following positions for Mother Child Wellbeing (MCW) Project who meets the detailed criteria.

Job Code : 01/YACN/081/82

Health Officer – 1 Position

Required Qualification and Experience

• At least a bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Nutrition, Nursing, or relevant discipline from recognized educational institution
• Minimum three years of relevant experience in food, nutrition, WASH, and health system improvement
• Knowledge and understanding of key health and nutrition-related issues and solutions
• Experience in report writing, communication skills, and understanding of local and provincial government structures
• Ability to work in multi-cultural environments with excellent facilitation skills
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Knowledge of local language and socio-cultural practices
• Team management skills and team building abilities
• Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and internet usage
• Preferred Requirement: Candidate from target district, previous experience with CARE/iDE Projects.

Job period – Initially for 2months with probability of extension

Required documents to be submitted along with application.

• Copy of Citizenship.
• Copy of Academic and training Certificates.
• Experience letter and copy of appointment letter.
• Updated CV with references of full details of two people who are willing to act as a reference.
• Application letter.
• Two-wheeler license is mandatory for the candidates.

How to apply:

Qualified and eligible national citizens are highly encouraged to apply directly by submitting the required documents to career@yacnepal.org.np or can also submit their hardcopies at Youth Acting for Change Nepal (YAC Nepal) office no later than 5:00 PM by 10th May, 2025. We encourage application from women, vulnerable and marginalized groups. The institution will not be obliged to accept the applications that have been submitted after the deadline, do not meet the specified educational qualifications, do not have required experience, do not meet the specified criteria or are not completed correctly. The organization reserves the right to accept or reject any application, fully or partially.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further selection process. No telephone inquiries will be entertained and any inappropriate recommendation might automatically disqualify the candidate from further processing. The remuneration and other benefits package shall be as of YAC Nepal Human Resource Management policy and guidelines.

Selection Process: Written and Interview (Both)

Note: For detailed Job Description and any further clarification please visit career section from our official website https://yacnepal.org.np or click on the link https://yacnepal.org.np/career.

Coordinator

Human Resource Management Committee

YAC Nepal, Dhangadhi-01, Shivanagar, Kailali, Nepal