About the Programme:
The programme is implemented in partnership with Plan International UK (operating through Plan International Nepal who are responsible for the delivery of a Catalytic Grant Facility and Monitoring Evaluation Research and Learning, MERL).
RIVA is a 3.5-year programme that will empower women, girls, and excluded groups in Nepal to understand and claim their Rights individually and collectively, participate in Inclusive policymaking and implementation, and have a stronger Voice and Agency at both national and local levels to advance Gender Equality, Disability and Social Inclusion (GEDSI). RIVA aims to strengthen the capacities of diverse and intersecting Women Rights Organisations (WROs) and Civil Society Organisation’s (CSOs) through the provision of flexible, multi-year funding and catalytic enabling grants. It also aims to foster an enabling environment in Nepal, increasing collectivisation and exchange between organisations to support movement building and social norm change across BEK priority provinces. RIVA will provide strategic demand-led TA to mainstream GEDSI effectively across BEK’s portfolio and bring about GEDSI transformative initiatives.
About The Role:
This role will have a dual responsibility as the DTL and GEDSI and Safeguarding Lead. The role is 80% (FTE).
The DTL will provide strategic technical leadership and oversight for the successful delivery of this high-profile FCDO initiative alongside the TL. The DTL will be the primary national technical expert for the programme, providing expert advice on rights-based, inclusive approaches and holding overall responsibility for GEDSI and Safeguarding within the programme. This dual role is crucial for ensuring transformative change by mainstreaming GEDSI and safeguarding across all programme activities, in line with RIVA’s GEDSI and Safeguarding strategies, while also sharing executive leadership responsibilities. The DTL will also be responsible for supporting the ongoing Gender, Inclusion, Power and Politics (GIPP) analysis of the programme, and using the findings to strategy test and adapt delivery as and when needed.
The DTL will also support the management of the TA Facility, including providing quality assurance on requests and TA delivery, and leading some of the TA themselves.
Essential Skills and Experience:
• Bachelor’s degree in gender studies, human rights, international development, social sciences, or a related field.
• Substantial experience (7+ years) in senior technical roles focused on gender equality, social inclusion, and rights-based approaches in international development contexts.
• Demonstrated leadership experience (4+ years) in programme management, preferably in FCDO-funded programmes or similar complex donor initiatives.
• Proven expertise in conducting GEDSI analysis and translating findings into programmatic strategies and actions.
• Strong understanding of the social, cultural, and political context in Nepal, particularly regarding gender dynamics and issues affecting marginalised communities.
• Demonstrated experience working effectively with diverse groups, including women with disabilities, LGBTIQ+ communities, marginalised caste and ethnic groups.
• Excellent facilitation and capacity strengthening skills, with the ability to communicate complex GEDSI concepts to diverse audiences.
• Knowledge of safeguarding principles and practices, with experience establishing effective systems for prevention and response.
• Fluent in both English and Nepali; fluency in other local languages welcomed.
• Proficient in computer skills and use of relevant software and other applications (e.g. word processing, spreadsheet, database, internet).
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to identify entry points for transformative change.
• Demonstrated ability to implement programmes with rigorous timelines and deliverables and to track programme quality.
Please click below for a full description of the role's responsibilities, duties, and person specification.
How to Apply:
If you are interested in joining our dynamic team, please refer to the Person Specification and submit your tailored CV alongside a short paragraph outlining why you are a good fit for the role to careers@sddirect.org.uk.
The deadline for applying is Sunday, 7th of December 2025. Due to the high volume of applications, we are only able to respond to shortlisted candidates.