Early Recovery Coordinator

About the role

The Early Recovery Coordinator will lead the implementation of the RISE Rapid Activation Project, supporting flood‑affected households and communities in Rasuwa and Nuwakot districts of Nepal. The role ensures timely, effective, and accountable delivery of early recovery interventions that restore livelihoods, rehabilitate infrastructure, and build community resilience.

Key responsibilities

• Lead planning, implementation, monitoring and completion of all early recovery activities, ensuring alignment with Sphere Standards and World Vision policies.
• Coordinate integrated recovery interventions across districts, including livelihood restoration, asset replacement, community infrastructure rehabilitation, and cash‑for‑work programmes.
• Provide technical and operational support to project staff and partners, manage risks, and adapt programming based on emerging needs.
• Oversee partner compliance, build capacity of implementing NGOs, and facilitate collaborative planning with local governments and community groups.
• Represent World Vision in district recovery coordination mechanisms and ensure alignment with government and donor priorities.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in Rural Development, Development Studies, Disaster Management, Agriculture, Economics, Social Sciences, Community Development, International Development or related field.
• Minimum 5 years progressive experience in development, humanitarian, recovery or resilience programming, with at least 3 years managing donor‑funded projects.
• Demonstrated experience in disaster response, early recovery, community resilience programmes, and working with local governments and partners.
• Proven skills in project planning, budget management, reporting, and stakeholder coordination.