Executive Director
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The What: YOU as the Executive Director will provide resultsoriented strategydriven leadership and management of Daayitwas strategy programs and operations. You will strive to make Daayitwa a great place to work where we build strong teams where people are challenged to do their best and where everyone makes a difference. Exceptional people deserve the best work environment that we can provide. You will work with other Abhiyaan teams to support our people to learn grow and contribute to our shared vision of an equal and enterprising Nepal. As an ambassador of Daayitwa Abhiyaans vision values and principles you will accelerate its impact by accelerating results exploring innovative avenues and building new partnerships at Daayitwa while supporting the synergistic growth of the other Daayitwa Abhiyaan organizations. Reporting to the Board your role will include but are not limited to the tasks listed below.
Strategic Growth Leadership: Drive the strategic direction of Daayitwa in alignment with Board policies and guidelines. Develop action plans for projects foster partnerships with local national and global stakeholders and lead fundraising efforts. Communicate the organizations impact to the Board partners and target groups to ensure sustained growth and success.
Program Strategic Supervision: Supervise the implementation of all programs offering technical guidance and conducting site visits as necessary to monitor progress and ensure alignment with goals. Develop and implement strategies to enhance program effectiveness and impact.
Business Development Leadership: Identify and capitalize on opportunities for collaboration building and nurturing strategic partnerships with key local national and global stakeholders. Lead fundraising initiatives and represent Daayitwa at various national and international forums.
Impact Communication Leadership: Mobilize the communications and outreach team to create impactful materials that effectively convey the organizations achievements to stakeholders. Represent Daayitwa at relevant events panels meetings and forums as needed.
Team Management: Cultivate a productive and supportive environment that encourages team members to learn grow and thrive while fostering alignment with Daayitwas core values and commitment to our mission.
Research Leadership: Oversee and lead a diverse range of research initiatives across multiple programs providing strategic direction and leadership in research design implementation analysis and dissemination while guiding research teams throughout the process.
Financial Oversight & Compliance: Collaborate with the Finance and Admin lead to ensure effective financial management compliance with donor regulations and adherence to organizational policies. Oversee financial integrity and the management of grants across all projects.
Integrity & Compliance: Uphold and promote Daayitwa Abhiyaans high standards by ensuring that the program team adheres to logistics procurement HR and finance protocols. Coordinate with internal and external audit teams to ensure compliance and maintain accountability.
Qualifications :
Qualifications & Skills: YOU must be a peopleloving growthoriented impactminded young dynamic teambuilder with following qualifications:
Masters degree in Development Studies business administration public policy economics or other related field
Minimum of 8 years of relevant professional experience
Impeccable managerial and interpersonal skills with proven record of effectively interacting with senior management
Recognized expertise in rural development community engagement government collaboration and private sector development
Proven experience in managing multiple projects simultaneously ensuring effective coordination timely and alignment with organizational goals
Understanding of social issues related to youth employment youth entrepreneurship and communitydriven development
Independence in working on complex problems in the field of specialization consistently applying creativity and independent judgment
Experience working in an institution focusing on international development and/or dealing with government officials.
Excellent client orientation diplomatic skills and drive for results are essential
Demonstrated ability to lead teams under pressure in a diverse uncertain environment. Experience of having led startup teams will be a plus point.
Strong motivation and organizational/time management skills.
Proven ability to handle multiple tasks at a time within deadlines.
Growth mindset exceptional willingness to take risks and work hard.
Excellent oral and written communications skills in Nepali and English
Additional Information :
Compensation: Daayitwa will provide compensation on a monthly rate basis. The rate will be mutually agreed upon commensurate with the level of the required deliverables the qualifications and experience of the candidate.
If youre keen on this position kindly complete the form below by 30th April 2025. To access the page please click on the provided link and rightclick to go to the link.
the subject line put Job Title followed by your first and last name (e.g. Sabina Nepali and attach the following documents. All documents must be compiled in a single file in the same order and saved in PDF format:
Cover letter (one page max)
CV
Academic transcripts/certificate for most recent qualification
Deadline: 30th April 2025. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. The vacancy may be closed prior to the deadline if a suitable candidate is found. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Daayitwa is committed to promoting workforce diversity and actively encourages applications from individuals belonging to marginalized and discriminated groups including women Dalit Janajati Madhesi/Terai and other minority communities. The organization values inclusive representation and strives to create a diverse and equitable working environment.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
