Bird Conservation Nepal (BCN), the Birdlife International Partner in Nepal, is seeking applications from qualified Nepali candidates for the position of Project Assistant, under Emergency Site Casework: Engaging Local Government and Communities to Conserve Migratory Birds in Dang Deukhuri Foothill Forest and West Rapti Wetlands, IBA Project.

Job Title: Project Assistant

Reports to: Project officer

Contract period: 10 months (with possibility of extension based on project needs)

Duty Station: Butwal, Rupandehi

Project working areas: Primarily Western Terai Districts

Duties & Responsibilities:

1.      Coordinate effectively with municipalities, indigenous community leaders, CBOs, forest department, and BCN’s local conservation groups to ensure smooth project implementation.

2.      Assist the Project Officer with program awareness and advocacy efforts.

3.      Design and conduct awareness, consultation, sensitization, training, workshop, and advocacy programs for local communities, schools, and government bodies (including division/sub-division forest offices) to engage them in bird and biodiversity conservation.

4.      Assist in the identification and survey of bird species and their habitats.

5.      Support community groups in conservation monitoring and documentation.

6.      Maintain bird data and produce short communication materials.

7.      Any other BCN related work as per instructions from relevant authorities at BCN

Required skills and experience

Qualification

Bachelor degree in Forestry, Agriculture, Environmental Science, Zoology, Natural Resource Management or any other relevant subjects. Ability to work in rural environment and travel widely

Experience 

·         Minimum 2 year of relevant working experience in project implementation in NGO.

·          Good command of both English and Nepali languages.

·         familiar with standard computer software, with good presentation, communication and interpersonal skills.

·         Experience of working in different ethnic community people and conservation organizations.  

·         Experience networking and relationship building.

·         Proven skill in community mobilization and trainings

·         Good knowledge and experience in program reporting and planning.  

Salary: As per BCN rule

Interested and qualified Nepali citizens should apply with an updated resume addressing clearly the position in the subject of the email, description and required competencies, along with a cover letter stating why you feel you are suitable for the role. Applications must be submitted by 12^th October 2025.

Please submit your application to:                      

Human Resources Division

Bird Conservation Nepal

PO Box 12465

Lazimpat, Kathmandu, Nepal

Email: hrd@birdlifenepal.org ; bhupal@birdlifenepal.org

BCN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Any form of canvassing, soliciting or influencing will be treated as a disqualification for the position. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.