WE ARE LOOKING FOR YOU!

We believe that talent is universal, and opportunities are not. We are creating opportunities for young Nepalese. Young people with the right skills entering the job market are an important part of a system change. Are you excited about accelerating the progress of the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 8 – Decent Work & Economic Growth, SDG 5 -Gender Equality and SDG 4 -Quality Education? Do you love to find solutions to any kind of problems? Are you keen on working in a start- up environment? If this is you, apply today! We are looking for a Program Manager. The role as program manager is a full-time position in Kathmandu.

WHAT DO WE OFFER?

• Creative space to develop your ideas and test them
• International start-up environment and an open feedback culture
• Trainings from international experts 
• Access to a growing network of Nepalese and German companies and organizations

WHAT SHOULD YOU BRING ALONG?

• Ability to work independently, an open mindset and enthusiasm 
• Exceptional time management, facilitation, and organizational skills
• Previous stakeholder management skills
• A strong network and outstanding interpersonal skills
• Management experience of at least 5 years
• Proven proposal writing experience 
• Language skills: English is a must, Nepalese/ German are an advantage
• TVET related knowledge and experience is an advantage
• Understanding the professional and work culture of Nepal and Germany is an advantage

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

• Strategize, implement, and maintain program initiatives that adhere to organizational objectives
• Develop program assessment protocols for evaluation and improvement
• Present program to existing and potential stakeholders
• Work closely together with existing stakeholders in Nepal and Germany
• Build a bigger network of organizations and collaboration partners
• Generate new leads and contact decision-makers
• Take a lead role in the development of proposals and presentations for new program parts
• Identify and present best practices from other relevant fields
• Maintain and share professional knowledge through education, networking, events, and presentations
• Manage budget and funding channels 
• Manage and build up a team 

WHAT DO WE DO? & WHO WE ARE?

NSST is a Nepalese- German skills training initiative. NSST uses the Triple Win approach – a holistic concept that ensures that young Nepalese, Nepalese companies, and German companies benefit. We are working on building a good eco-system for dual TVET in Nepal, creating excellent career opportunities for Young Nepalese on different levels and helping companies to get quality-skilled people. We are committed to advancing the progress of the SDG 8 – Decent Work & Economic Growth, SDG 5 – Gender Equality and SDG 4 – Quality Education.

Our vision is that all young people from Nepal, especially the youth from socio-economic vulnerable backgrounds, have fair access to further development opportunities after graduating from school and that intensive exchange between Nepal and Germany at various levels leads to stable intercultural and economic bridges.

We are a team of dreamers and doers. We start working where other programs stop. We dare to do the undone.

HOW TO APPLY?

Send your Cover Letter and CV to info@thensst.org as soon as possible. We are excited to get your application!

We believe in diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Only applicants who have handed in the required documents will be considered for this position.