Description

• Develop conceptual framework for cooperative development (including strategies, standard interventions, milestones) to achieve the goals of Nepal signature programs.
• Deploy technical partners and cooperative experts as needed.
• Prepare and facilitate the implementation of a capacity development plan for cooperatives including primary, district union and apex body.
• Enhance the capacity of implementing partners and project staff for the effective implementation of cooperative capacity building activities at the field level.
• Develop/deploy the Cooperative Assessment Tool (CAT), along with a feedback mechanism, to enhance governance, operation, and financial management.
• Provide technical support for the smooth implementation of a cooperative accounting system.
• Organize capacity building events, meetings and exchange visits for cooperatives, implementing partners and project staff.
• Create an enabling environment for the continuous growth of all cooperatives.

• Explore opportunities for coordination and functional relationships with government, national/international agencies, associations, federations, private sectors, and other non-governmental sectors for collaboration and support.
• Coordinate with potential governmental and non-governmental organizations for partnership and resource leverage.
• Facilitate cross-learning among cooperatives and facilitate the adaptation of best practices.
• Create an enabling environment to raise resources from different sources for growth and development of the cooperatives/FOABs.
• Represent Heifer in FOAB related forums and advocate for smallholder farmers and Social Entrepreneur Women (SEW) cooperatives.
• Keep abreast of the latest developments in the cooperative sector globally.

• Prepare and update cooperative policies, guidelines, directives, training manuals and training materials regularly.
• Ensure all cooperatives’ policies and guidelines are in compliance with local/provincial and federal acts, rules, standards, and directives.
• Facilitate cooperatives to put in place a system to regularly update their policies, guidelines, directives, training manuals.
• Support the cooperatives/FOABs in development/updating of strategic plans and implementation plan.

• Prepare periodic reports, document best practices, case studies and lessons learned.
• Prepare analytic reports as required for the leadership, and other related stakeholders.
• Build the capacity of cooperatives to prepare and submit reports to concerned line agencies as mentioned in acts and rules.

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a recognized university in Business Administration, Economics, Business Studies, Agriculture, or related field is required, plus at least seven (7) years of related experience, including two (2) years in a supervisory role, OR
• Master’s degree from a recognized university with at least five (5) years of relevant experience, including two (2) years in a supervisory role

• Knowledge and experience working with subnational government, NGO and other stakeholders
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in order to work effectively with a variety of stakeholders

ESSENTIAL COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines
• Ability to prepare and present documents in a well-designed and attractive format with superior attention to detail
• An effective collaborator/team player who can train and operate harmoniously with a varied team, including field personnel in multiple sites
• Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality
• Analytical and problem-solving skills to identify challenges and develop effective solutions

• Skills with Microsoft Office package, internet browser, and other appropriate technology
• Constant sitting, standing and walking, with occasional bending and lifting; may work at a computer for extended periods of time.

• Willingness to work with a flexible schedule
• Willingness to extensively travel to rural areas
• Able to effectively promote Heifer’s mission, values, and objectives
• Sensitivity in working with multiple cultures and beliefs, and to gender equity