Job Opportunity: Head of Programmes – UWS Nepal
- Department: Programmes
- Location: Kathmandu, Nepal
- Reports to: Country Director
- Supervises: Education Specialist, Coordinators, Construction & MEAL Leads, Procurement Officer
- Application Deadline: July 1, 2025
- Type: Full-Time
🎯 Role Overview
United World Schools (UWS) Nepal is seeking a dynamic Head of Programmes to lead the delivery of our education and school construction programs across Nepal. This leadership role will drive quality education, child-friendly environments, and inclusive learning across rural schools while maintaining compliance, accountability, and program innovation.
📌 Key Responsibilities
✅ Strategic Leadership & Program Design
- Lead long-term education strategy and program direction in Nepal.
- Identify opportunities for new programs based on research and local context.
- Collaborate with UWS global teams to design donor-attractive, scalable proposals.
- Ensure staffing and team structures support program delivery effectively.
✅ Programme & Project Management
- Supervise and coordinate education projects across multiple rural schools.
- Oversee construction of new school buildings following safety and environmental standards.
- Ensure quality, inclusivity, and learning outcomes through effective interventions.
- Monitor project performance and use data for decision-making.
- Ensure compliance with donor budgets and guidelines.
- Lead national implementation of UWS’s Child Protection Policy.
✅ Government Engagement & Representation
- Maintain key relationships with MoEST, CEHRD, SWC, and other education bodies.
- Support national education planning and policy advocacy.
- Represent UWS in donor meetings, sector networks, and national events.
✅ Candidate Profile
📚 Education & Experience (Essential)
- Master’s degree in Education, Public Administration, Development Studies, or a related field.
- 5–7 years’ experience managing education programs, including in remote/rural settings.
- Proven leadership of multi-disciplinary teams in complex project environments.
- Strong understanding of Nepal’s education policy and implementation structures.
- Budgeting, financial management, M&E, and risk management proficiency.
- Demonstrated advocacy, strategic thinking, and donor relationship skills.
- Excellent English and Nepali (spoken and written).
✅ Desirable Assets
- Background in Primary Education or inclusive education practices.
- INGO or donor-funded project experience.
- Strong data analysis and program improvement capabilities.
- Track record of influencing policy and conducting high-level advocacy.
🌍 Diversity & Safeguarding
UWS is committed to child safeguarding and safe recruitment practices. All final candidates must complete a criminal background check. We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage applications from underrepresented communities.
📨 How to Apply
Send your CV and cover letter to info.nepal@uwsglobal.net by July 1, 2025.
Include two references, one of whom must be your current or most recent employer.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Early applications are encouraged as the recruitment process may close early if a suitable candidate is identified.