Program Coordinator

Position: Program Coordinator (Kathmandu & Okhaldhunga)Location: Kathmandu (base office) with frequent travel to OkhaldhungaReports To: PresidentEmployment Type: Full-timeSalary Range: NPR 45,000 – 50,000 per month (based on experience and qualifications)Programs Covered: Women's Empowerment, Children's Development, Youth Empowerment, Public Health & Medical Care, Environment Conservation, Disaster Risk ReductionAbout ViNVolunteers Initiative Nepal (ViN) is a non-religious, non-political, not-for-profit, nongovernmental organisation established in 2005. We believe in a holistic, sustainable model of community development that empowers marginalised communities. Our work rests on four pillars of development: Education, Health & Environment, Economy, and Basic Infrastructure. These are delivered through six empowerment programs: Women's Empowerment, Children's Development, Youth Empowerment, Public Health & Medical Care, Environment Conservation, and Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR). Our staff and volunteers work side by side with communities to create lasting change.Why This Role ExistsViN is growing across Kathmandu, Nuwakot and Okhaldhunga. We are looking for one capable, field-ready professional who can hold the programs together at both ends: guiding strategy, partnerships, reporting and funding from our Kathmandu office, while spending regular time in Okhaldhunga to lead field implementation, support the branch office and stay close to the communities we serve. This role blends program management (planning, funding, reporting, leadership) with district program facilitation (hands-on field delivery, community engagement, branch operations). We welcome applicants whose background is stronger in either area, as long as they are ready to grow into both.Job SummaryThe Program Coordinator leads the planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of all ViN programs in Kathmandu and Okhaldhunga. The post-holder supervises program staff and volunteers, manages the Okhaldhunga branch operations, builds partnerships with local stakeholders, secures funding, and ensures every project reflects ViN's mission, values and holistic approach.Key Responsibilities1. Program Planning, Management & DevelopmentLead the planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of activities across all six empowerment programs in Kathmandu and Okhaldhunga.Ensure all projects under the four development pillars align with ViN's mission, strategic plan and donor requirements.Prepare annual and monthly action plans, goals and milestones for each program, and ensure timely delivery.Monitor progress, analyse data and adjust plans to maximise impact.Research community needs and opportunities, and develop innovative project proposals.Manage project development, including feasibility studies, budgeting and risk assessments.Design long-term plans and implementation strategies for projects.2. Field Implementation in OkhaldhungaTravel regularly to Okhaldhunga to lead programs on the ground and oversee the branch office.Women's Empowerment: Organise workshops, skill development trainings and economic initiatives through women's cooperatives; support existing cooperatives to run according to government and ViN protocols.Children's Development: Oversee Early Childhood Development Centers (ECDCs), children's clubs, child sponsorship and teacher development, ensuring quality education and nurturing environments.Youth Empowerment: Design and facilitate programs promoting education, skill development, leadership and volunteering; ensure youth clubs are legally set up, trained and running smoothly.Public Health & Medical Care: Manage public health campaigns, medical camps and hygiene awareness, and deploy volunteers; design and implement integrated community health projects.Environment Conservation: Implement permaculture, climate and water research, environmental education and waste-reduction projects for sustainable resource management.Disaster R