UWS Nepal Vacancy for People and Administration Officer

• Location: Kathmandu, Nepal

• Contract: Full-time, renewable

• Salary: $12,000 per annum

• Apply by: 15th March

• Expect to hear by: w.c. 23rd March

• Selection process: Screening call – technical task – panel interview

UWS is an award-winning international education charity transforming learning for remote and marginalised communities across Cambodia, Madagascar, Myanmar, and Nepal. Since 2008, we’ve built 324 schools, trained 1,300+ teachers, and reached over 80,000 children.

We are excited to introduce a brand‑new role within our Global People & Culture Team. UWS is seeking a proactive, highly organised People & Administration Officer to play a central part in supporting our global workforce and strengthening the operational link between our Global Nepal Hub and the UK office.

This is an ideal opportunity for a fast, proactive learner who is passionate about building a career in HR, thrives in a dynamic environment, and loves finding smarter, more efficient ways of working. You will be the vital connector ensuring smooth communication, coordination and alignment of People processes across borders - making UWS an exceptional place to work as we deliver education to some of the world’s most remote communities.

If you are someone who enjoys end‑to‑end employee management, is tech‑savvy, passionate about systems, and genuinely cares about culture, wellbeing and people experience - this role is for you.

You will:

• Drive smooth, people‑centred HR operations, coordinating recruitment, onboarding/offboarding, HR records, policy updates and everyday staff queries.

• Strengthen global alignment across People & Culture, acting as the operational link between the Nepal Hub and the UK office to ensure consistent processes and effective delivery of global People initiatives.

• Support governance and leadership functions, preparing board materials, managing logistics, taking minutes and maintaining key governance calendars and deadlines.

• Keep our offices running efficiently and our systems thriving, overseeing daily office coordination, supporting IT and systems access, assisting senior leaders, and helping Finance with basic processes.

• Champion culture, wellbeing and team connection, helping deliver internal events, wellbeing initiatives and team‑building activities while modelling UWS values.

For more details about the role and how to apply, download the full job pack here.

Apply now to shape global people operations that empower teams to thrive.

Apply Process

Application process Send your CV and a cover letter (max. 2 pages) outlining your suitability to via here by 15th March 2025.