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VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

PROGRAM COORDINATOR

 

Nepal–India Chamber of Commerce & Industry (NICCI)

The Nepal–India Chamber of Commerce & Industry (NICCI) invites applications from highly motivated, experienced and proactive professionals for the position of Program Coordinator.

The position is an execution-level role within the NICCI Secretariat, responsible for coordinating NICCI’s programmes, institutional engagements, business initiatives and stakeholder relations in Nepal and India.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Plan, coordinate and execute NICCI’s workshops, training programmes, seminars, symposiums, roundtables, roadshows, flagship events, business dialogues and delegations in Nepal and India.

  • Develop corporate sponsorships, support resource mobilisation and maintain relationships with sponsors.

  • Establish and strengthen partnerships with chambers, business associations, universities, research institutes, think tanks and international institutions.

  • Liaise and coordinate with Government of Nepal ministries and agencies, including the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Supplies, Ministry of Energy, Water Resources and Irrigation, and the Office of the Investment Board Nepal.

  • Maintain effective liaison with the Embassy of India in Kathmandu, Embassy of Nepal in New Delhi and relevant institutions in India.

  • Work closely with the NICCI Country Head in India on programmes, business delegations, roadshows and institutional engagements.

  • Develop and maintain relationships with multinational companies, Indian business houses and major corporate institutions.

  • Prepare agendas, briefing notes and supporting documents for Office Bearers’ and Executive Committee meetings and support preparations for the Annual General Meeting (AGM).

  • Maintain strong relationships with NICCI members and facilitate business-to-business engagement.

  • Manage media coordination and prepare press releases, reports, meeting notes, briefing materials and programme documentation.

  • Support research, programme development and follow-up on institutional and government engagements.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

  • Master’s degree in:

    • Business Studies (MBS)

    • Master of Business Administration (MBA)

    • International Relations

    • Public Administration

    • Government Administration

    • or a related field.

  • More than 5 years of relevant professional experience, preferably with international organisations, institutions, chambers, business associations, diplomatic missions, government institutions, multinational companies, universities, research institutions or think tanks.

  • Demonstrated experience in programme execution, institutional coordination, government liaison, partnership development, business engagement and stakeholder management.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Nepali.

  • Strong networking, report-writing, organisational and interpersonal skills.

  • Basic skills in graphic design and visual content creation, including familiarity with tools such as Canva, for preparing presentations, promotional materials, social media content and other communication materials.

  • Basic knowledge of social media marketing and digital communications, including content planning, social media management, audience engagement and promotion across relevant platforms.

  • At least 2 years of demonstrated experience in sponsorship mobilisation, media relations, event management and/or international cooperation will be highly valued.

 

REPORTING

The Program Coordinator will report directly to the Director-General, Director, and will work closely with the President, Office Bearers, Executive Committee, NICCI Secretariat and Country Head in India.

Duty Station: Kathmandu, Nepal
Employment: Full-time
Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience

 

DOCUMENT SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Applicants are required to submit a Letter of Interest along with the application form. The following documents must be attached to the email at the time of submission:

☐ Letter of Interest / Motivation Letter
☐ Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
☐ Institutional Recommendation or Enrollment Verification Letter (if applicable)

 

HOW TO APPLY

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their updated CV and a brief cover letter to the NICCI Secretariat : marshal@nicci.org, secretariat@nicci.org

Nepal–India Chamber of Commerce & Industry (NICCI)
Kathmandu, Nepal