VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Local Initiatives for Biodiversity, Research, and Development (LI-BIRD) is a non-profit, non-governmental organization established in October 1995 with its Head Office in Pokhara and Programme Coordination Office in Lalitpur. LI-BIRD is committed to capitalizing on local initiatives for sustainable management of renewable natural resources and improving the livelihoods of rural people in Nepal.
LI-BIRD provides a collegial and supportive working environment where young professionals with a learning attitude thrive and succeed. LI-BIRD provides unparalleled mentoring support while challenging its staff to learn, innovate and acquire skills and experiences that will become foundational for the rest of their careers.
‘Upscaling Pollination to Enhance Biodiversity and Human Welfare in Nepal’ is a four-year consortium project funded by the UK Government’s Darwin Initiatives, led by the University of Bristol (UK), and being implemented in Nepal by Local Initiatives for Biodiversity, Research and Development (LI-BIRD), HERD International, Agriculture and Forestry University (AFU) and Tribhuvan University (TU) starting from October 2025. This project will be implemented in parts of Karnali, Gandaki and Lumbini provinces in partnership with Department of Agriculture, Provincial Ministries of Land Management, Agriculture and Cooperative (MoLMAC), Federation of Nepalese Beekeepers (FNBK) and International Center for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD). The project aims to improve conservation and management of pollinators across Nepal and the Himalayan region leading to healthier communities, economies and ecosystems.
LI-BIRD invites applications from eligible and qualified Nepali citizens who are committed and have the ability to deliver results with the highest integrity for the following position.
Beekeeping Officer (Level 7) – (3): One each to be based at Jajarkot, West-Rukum and Tanahun
Job Summary: Reporting to the Pollination Management Officer, the Beekeeping Officer will play a key technical and coordinating role in promoting sustainable and biodiversity-friendly beekeeping practices among farmers, farmer’s groups, cooperatives, and community-based organizations in the target provinces. The Beekeeping Officer will ensure effective implementation of field activities related to pollination services, honeybee management, and farmer capacity enhancement, contributing to improved agricultural productivity, biodiversity conservation, and rural income generation.
Education and Experience: Master’s degree in Agriculture (Specialization in entomology preferred) with two years of work experience or Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture with four years of experience in beekeeping promotion, pollination management, agricultural value chain development or agricultural extension. Candidates with a valid motorbike/scooter license and work experience in the implementation and reporting of projects are encouraged to apply.
LI-BIRD offers competitive remuneration and other fringe benefits as laid out in its personnel policy. Interested candidates are requested to submit their applications with CV, including three references, citizenship certificate, motorbike/scooter driving license and relevant testimonials, by 21 November 2025 (5 Mangsir 2082) by filling an application in the link https://bit.ly/Vacancy-Pollination. Applications should be submitted with a complete set of required documents, otherwise they will not be considered for further processing. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for the interview.
Telephone calls will not be entertained and could lead to disqualification.
LI-BIRD promotes workforce diversity and applies positive discrimination to candidates from discriminated groups (women and candidates from Dalit, Janajati, Madhesi/Terai and other minority communities).
Please apply to: Human Resources Manager, LI-BIRD, Pokhara, Kaski.