Samriddha Pahad Vacancy for Senior Officer- Knowledge Management and Communications
Vacancy Announcement
About Samriddha Pahad
Samriddha Pahad is a development organization dedicated to promoting inclusive economic growth, cultural heritage preservation, and sustainable tourism in Nepal, particularly in mountain and rural regions. The organization works closely with local communities, governments, and stakeholders to strengthen livelihoods, enhance market linkages, and preserve traditional knowledge and practices. Through its programs, Samriddha Pahad emphasizes community participation, innovation, and long-term sustainability, ensuring that development interventions are locally driven and impactful.
Samriddha Pahad is currently implementing the “Empowering Cultural Heritage and Opportunities for Young Innovators” project, funded by the European Union, in the Kangchenjunga region of Taplejung district. The project aims to actively engage local youth in documenting, preserving, and promoting cultural and natural heritage while creating pathways for livelihood opportunities through sustainable tourism and creative industries. It adopts participatory and innovative approaches, digital storytelling and creative production to strengthen cultural identity, enhance community resilience, and foster youth-led development initiatives.
To ensure effective documentation, knowledge sharing, and visibility of project achievements, Samriddha Pahad seeks a Senior Knowledge Management and Communication Officer who will lead the documentation, communication, and dissemination of project results, learning, and impact in line with EU visibility and communication requirements.
1. Position: Senior Officer- Knowledge Management and Communications
Organization: Samriddha Pahad
Project: EU-funded Empowering Cultural Heritage and Opportunities for Young Innovators (ECHO for Youth) project
Duty Station: Kathmandu with occasional travel to project location in Taplejung
Reports to: Business Development, Impact and Communications Advisor
Contract Duration: 1 year with possibility of extension.
2. Overview of the Position
The Senior Officer - Knowledge Management and Communication will be responsible for capturing, organizing, and disseminating knowledge, learning, and communication outputs from EU-funded project implemented by Samriddha Pahad.
The position will ensure high-quality documentation of project processes, stories of change, lessons learned, and communication products that highlight project impact while ensuring compliance with EU communication and visibility guidelines.
3. Key Responsibilities
3.1 Knowledge Management and Documentation
Develop and implement a Knowledge Management and Communication Plan for EU-funded projects.
Systematically document project processes, lessons learned, and best practices.
Develop knowledge products including:
Case studies
Learning briefs
Stories of change
Project documentation materials
Maintain an organized digital archive of project reports, photos, videos, and communication materials.
Support internal learning and knowledge sharing within the organization.
3.2 Communication and Visibility
Ensure compliance with EU communication and visibility guidelines across all project materials.
Develop high-quality communication products including:
Success stories and human-interest stories
Photo essays and visual stories
Short videos and multimedia documentation
Infographics and fact sheets
Support regular updates for organizational website, and social media platforms.
Highlight the impact of EU-funded initiatives in strengthening community resilience, youth engagement, and sustainable development.
3.3 Field Documentation and Storytelling
Conduct field visits to document project activities, community engagement, and outcomes
Capture stories of youth engagement, cultural heritage preservation, and community resilience.
Collect photos, videos, and testimonials from beneficiaries and stakeholders.
Ensure ethical communication practices, including informed consent and respectful representation of communities.
3.4 Learning and Knowledge Sharing
Facilitate documentation of project innovations and learning.
Support the organization of learning events, reflection workshops, and dissemination activities.
Produce learning briefs and knowledge products to share with stakeholders, partners, and donors.
3.5 Reporting Support
Support preparation of donor reports, particularly sections related to communication, visibility, case studies, and impact stories.
Compile communication outputs and documentation required for EU reporting requirements.
3.6 Coordination
Work closely with project teams, technical staff, and management to capture project achievements and lessons.
Coordinate with program teams to ensure timely documentation of key activities and milestones.
Support strategic communication efforts led by the Advisor – Business Development, Impact and Communications.
4. Deliverables
The Knowledge Management and Communication Officer will be expected to produce:
Knowledge Management and Communication Plan
Monthly communication outputs (stories, visual documentation, updates)
Case studies and human-interest stories
Photo and multimedia documentation archive
Learning briefs and documentation of best practices
Communication materials aligned with EU/ECHO visibility requirements
5. Required Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s (Master’s preferable) degree in:
Communications
Journalism
Development Studies
Social Sciences
or related field.
Experience
Minimum 3 years of professional experience in knowledge management, communication, or documentation in development or humanitarian sectors.
Experience working with EU-funded or donor-funded projects is highly desirable.
Experience in storytelling, content development, and multimedia documentation.
Skills and Competencies
Excellent writing and editing skills in English and Nepali.
Strong storytelling and documentation skills.
Ability to produce communication materials and visual content.
Experience managing social media and digital communication platforms.
Basic photography, videography, and graphic design skills are an advantage.
Familiarity with EU visibility guidelines is an asset.
Strong coordination, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple tasks.
Commitment to ethical communication, safeguarding, and organizational values.
Application
Apply by 10th June 2026. Send your resume and cover letter to info@spnepal.org