Social Mobilizer

Positions Available: 2

Deadline: October 27th, 2026, 23:59 NPT

Introducing Calls Over Ridges

Calls Over Ridges Nepal (COR Nepal) is a grassroots NPO established in 2017 AD, working inside public community schools across Gandaki, Bagmati, and Koshi — not building something separate, but making the schools that already exist genuinely work for every child: to attend, learn, grow, and choose a future here in Nepal. We measure success in one number: rising and sustained enrollment, because a school families choose is a school children don’t leave. By 2035, we will ensure 97% enrollment in our partner schools.

Vision

Public community schools in rural Nepal are the first choice for every family — where children learn with purpose, build life skills, and have every reason to stay and create the life they want.

Mission

We enable public community schools in rural Nepal to ensure every child realises their full potential — by co-creating need-based schooling programmes with local governments and partners.

Job Description

Location

Gorkha and Jiri

Reports to

Project Coordinator

Salaries and Benefits

30-35K and Benefits as per the HRM policy of COR Nepal

Objectives of the Role

The Social Mobilizer plays a critical role in the effective implementation, monitoring, coordination, and reporting of the ongoing programs at the school and community level. The Social Mobilizer acts as the coordinating link between schools, community stakeholders, and frontline employees. The social
mobilizer ensures that programs are delivered effectively.
Core responsibilities include community-level program mobilization, regular monitoring, records and documentation management, data collection, report writing, stakeholder coordination, problem identification, and support to field-level decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

1. Community Organizing

Monitor the Nutrition Program(Midday Meal) and support awareness sessions on food quality, hygiene, and cultural food practices, coordinating with cook groups, the lunch committee, parents, and the SMC while tracking attendance and meal data. Monitor the School Bus Program’s operations and records, and resolve transport-related issues with the operator, school, parents, and students.

2. Coordination

Maintain regular coordination with the school leadership team, ward officials, and liaise daily with cooks, vendors, bus operators, and the project team to ensure smooth implementation and timely issue resolution.

3. Reporting / Admin

Update Google Sheets, enter data, prepare success stories, and maintain meeting records, attendance data, financial documents, and monitoring forms.

4. Training / Facilitation

Facilitate orientation sessions and awareness trainings on nutrition, hygiene, and transport, ensuring active participation from students, parents, teachers, the SMC, and community members.

Job Specifications & Qualifications

1. Knowledge and Skills:

Basic knowledge of nutrition, hygiene, and food safety; child protection; and school transport management. Strong communication skills in Nepali and English, coordination ability with stakeholders, and proficiency in MS Office, Google Sheets, Canva, and tools like KoboCollect.

2. Abilities

Capacity to independently manage multiple stakeholders, identify and report implementation gaps, monitor program quality, and resolve field-based issues promptly. Able to handle high workloads, conduct regular field visits, mentor frontline employees, and adapt quickly to disruptions.

3. Decision-Making and Autonomy

Independently manages daily field schedules, monitoring, and coordination. Requires Project Coordinator approval for budget, procurement, major plan changes, and external reporting.

4. Working Conditions

Daily field travel across Gorkha Municipality and weather; flexible hours aligned with school schedules, including occasional weekends.

5. Qualifications:

Minimum +2 education (Bachelor’s in a relevant field preferred); prior community mobilization experience preferred; fluency in Nepali and English required.

Application Process

1. Job Application Deadline
  • To apply, please click the button below to complete the application.
2. Screening-Round
  • Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the Assignment round through email.
3. Assignment
  • Selected candidates will be informed of the interview through email.
4. Interview Round
  • 45mins in person interview will be conducted by the selection Committee
5. Reference Check
  • We will conduct a thorough reference check.
6. Results Announcement
  • Candidates will be informed of their application status after the reference check.

All interested individuals who meet the minimum qualifications are encouraged to apply for this position. Applications will close at 23:59 on 27 October 2026. Only short-listed candidates will be invited to participate in an assessment process.

Deadline: October 27th, 2026, 23:59 NPT

Disclaimer:

Equal opportunity: Calls Over Ridges is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates of all genders, races, and backgrounds to apply. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse work environment for all employees.

Child protection: Calls Over Ridges is committed to child safety and has zero tolerance for child abuse and exploitation. All candidates will be required to adhere to our child protection policy and undergo rigorous background checks including verification of employment history and criminal records through a third party.

Every contribution is co-invested with local government — so each rupee you give is matched one by one.

  • ● 2500 per month support 2 students to continue their +2 education.
  • ● Rs. 5000 per month provides training to 2 teachers with interactive, child-centred methods.
  • ● Rs. 7000 per month keep the door of school Library open.
  • ● Rs. 10,000 keep 2 students fed at school for a year.

These are just examples of what your gift makes possible — give any amount that works for you. And because our program run year after year, a regular monthly gift is what helps most of all.

Teacher Training Program

Empowering Teachers, Inspiring Learners

Getting children into the classroom is only the first step—ensuring they receive a quality education is what truly changes lives. In many public community schools across Nepal, classrooms rely on passive rote learning. We envision a vibrant education system where every child is engaged, curious, and active in their own learning journey.
Our Teacher Training Program supports public community school educators by replacing outdated teaching styles with interactive, child-centered, and low-cost learning methods. By giving teachers the tools, confidence, and ongoing mentorship they need, we transform daily lessons into exciting experiences that inspire students to stay in school and thrive.
How It Works: Our 5-Step Community Partnership
To ensure real, lasting transformation in the classroom, we work hand-in-hand with local schools and governments through a structured partnership:

  • Understanding Local Needs: We begin with classroom assessments to identify specific gaps in teaching skills and learning materials.
  • Shared Local Ownership: We partner with committed schools by securing a 50% local co-funding match from municipal governments (Palikas), ensuring community buy-in.
  • National Standard Alignment: Our training modules are strictly mapped to Nepal’s official Teacher Competency Domains and national education guidelines (CEHRD).
  • Formalizing Commitment: We sign clear agreements with school leaders, local authorities, and welfare bodies to keep everyone accountable.
  • Training & Ongoing Mentorship: Teachers complete 20 days of intensive annual training, followed by monthly coaching, classroom check-ins, and performance assessments to ensure new skills are put into practice.


Our Impact Across Districts
By investing in educators, we are creating a ripple effect that elevates entire school communities:

  • Khijidemba: 33 teachers trained across 24 schools, directly enriching the learning experience for 1,275+ students.
  • Jiri Municipality: 66 teachers trained across 6 schools, transforming classrooms for over 1,000+ students.
  • Gorkha District: Reached 20 public community schools and 5,846+ students, equipping 30 teachers.


Invest in the Heart of the Classroom
When you empower a teacher, you uplift every student who walks through their classroom door for years to come. Join us in building a brighter, more engaging future for rural education in Nepal.
“Great teaching doesn’t just pass exams—it sparks a lifelong love for learning.”

Literacy Enrichment Program

Inspiring Curiosity, Building Leaders

We envision vibrant rural classrooms where learning extends far beyond memorizing textbooks for exams. At Calls Over Ridges, we believe every child deserves the confidence, critical thinking skills, and curiosity needed to navigate a rapidly changing world.
Our Literacy Enrichment Program brings learning to life through reading, sports, music, and public speaking. By turning school holidays and free time into fun, meaningful learning opportunities, we help bridge learning gaps and keep children excited to stay in school—without disrupting their normal class schedules.
How It Works: Our 3 Community Pillars
To ensure these programs last for generations, we partner directly with committed local schools that invest a 30% local cost-share into every project:

  • Self-Sustaining Libraries: We build child-friendly libraries managed by local communities and supported through micro-subscriptions. This keeps books accessible long-term without depending on endless external aid.
  • Senior for Junior Mentorship: Grade 11 and 12 students are trained to mentor younger children (Grades 1–5). Using diagnostic tools, older youth lead fun, interactive reading and STEAM (Science, Tech, Engineering, Arts, Math) sessions.
  • Gap-Bridging Skill Bootcamps: During school breaks, expert-led workshops in sports, music, and public speaking help children discover hidden talents, build self-confidence, and practice teamwork.

Our Growing Impact in Numbers
By creating spaces where reading and creativity can thrive, we are opening up new worlds for young readers:
Gorkha Municipality

  • 3 Community Libraries fully established and active.
  • 5,804 Books made available to spark imagination and a love for reading.
  • 17 Extracurricular Activities (ECA) engaging students in sports, public speaking, and the arts.

Jiri Municipality

  • 4 Community Libraries fully established and active.
  • 9,423 Books made available to spark imagination and a love for reading.
  • 21 Extracurricular Activities (ECA) engaging students in sports, public speaking, and the arts.


Partner With Us to Transform Rural Classrooms
When children gain confidence in their reading and public speaking, they stop feeling left behind and start dreaming big. Your partnership helps us build self-sustaining, vibrant educational communities that last.
“When you inspire a child’s curiosity today, you empower a leader for tomorrow.”

Nutrition Program

Nourishing Minds, Fueling Futures

No child in Nepal should ever have to choose between hunger and an education. At Calls Over Ridges Nepal, we envision healthy, junk-food-free schools where every student—from early childhood through Grade 12—is nourished, energized, and empowered to reach their full potential.
Our Nutrition Program doesn’t just serve healthy daily meals—it transforms schools into vibrant hubs of health. By teaching lifelong hygiene habits and sourcing fresh produce directly from local village farmers, we nourish our students while strengthening the local economy.
How We Make It Happen: Our 4-Pillar Approach
Aligned with national school meal policies (MoEST Guidelines), our program ensures safety, quality, and community ownership:
• Fresh, Local Sourcing: Meals are made with fresh, wholesome produce bought directly from local village farmers. This keeps meals nutritious, culturally familiar, and reinvests support straight back into local families..
• Shared Ownership: We partner closely with local municipalities and School Management Committees (SMC/LMC) to co-fund, manage daily kitchen operations, and keep the program running smoothly.
• Healthy Habits for Life: Mealtime is also learning time! Students practice daily handwashing, learn proper sanitation, and discover the importance of choosing fresh, real food over processed snacks.
• Quality & Safety First: Across all 38 target schools, we train school cooks, maintain strict hygiene standards, and conduct regular joint safety checks with local government officials.

Our Impact in Numbers
Providing hot, nutritious meals is keeping kids in school, improving health, and rallying whole communities:
• Gorkha: Supporting 5,846 students with an 85% attendance rate and over 1.18 million lunches served! By partnering with 22 local farmers, we’ve helped eliminate malnutrition (0 cases in recent data) and raised nutrition awareness among 68.8% of parents across 19 schools.
• Jiri Municipality: Nourishing 1,146 students with a fantastic 91.42% attendance rate and over 100,000 lunches served so far, while expanding healthy homemade lunch awareness to local parents..
• Khijidemba Rural Municipality: Serving 1,275 students with over 151,000 lunches distributed and achieving a 73% attendance rate, with 73% of parents in 7 schools actively learning about healthy meal prep.

Together, We Are Building Healthier Communities
When a child is well-fed, they can focus, play, and dream big. Your support helps us keep classrooms full, kitchens cooking, and local farms thriving.
“A healthy meal today fuels the leaders, thinkers, and builders of tomorrow.”

School Bus Program

Safe Rides to Access Learning

For many children in rural Nepal, getting an education means enduring a grueling, multi-hour walk to school every single day. Exhausting journeys through harsh weather and difficult terrain lead to low attendance, missed classes, and early dropouts.
Our School Bus Program changes everything. By providing safe, reliable, and affordable transportation, we replace risky daily walks with a comfortable ride—ensuring students arrive healthy, energized, and ready to learn.
Built to Last: A 10-Year Community Model
We believe in long-term solutions, not temporary fixes. Designed alongside local leaders and national guidelines, every school bus operates under a 10-year Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to ensure lasting impact:

  • Initial Setup: COR Nepal provides the initial financial investment and technical support to launch the bus service.
  • Local Management: Schools and municipal partners manage daily operations and route planning.
  • Full Self-Sufficiency: Over time, local government and community leadership assume full ownership, keeping the service running sustainably for future generations.

What started with 5 school buses has grown into a vital lifeline for hundreds of children!

Real Impact in Our Communities
By turning long, exhausting walks into safe daily journeys, our buses give students back their time to study, rest, and play:

  • Gorkha District: 2 school buses currently in operation, serving over 277 students daily.
  • Jiri: 3 school buses currently in operation, serving over 272 students daily.


Together, We Are Building Lasting Infrastructure
When distance no longer stands between a child and their classroom, the door to opportunity swings wide open.
“A safe ride to school today builds a stronger community tomorrow.”

Scholarship Program

Opening Doors to Bright Futures

At Calls Over Ridges Nepal, we believe that every child deserves the opportunity to finish their higher secondary education (+2) without financial worry standing in their way.
Paying for high school can put a heavy pressure on families, leading many promising students to drop out early. Our Scholarship Program changes that by easing the financial pressure so students can focus on what matters most: learning, growing, and graduating.
How Our Scholarship Works: The 50/50 Incentive Model
To support families immediately while encouraging students to finish their studies, our scholarship is divided into two parts:

  • 50% Direct Cash Support: Delivered directly to students and their families to help pay for day-to-day school expenses, books, supplies, and monthly needs.
  • 50% Secured Graduation Deposit: Placed safely into the school’s bank account and held until the student successfully completes their +2 education.

This model serves as a huge milestone motivator! It gives students and families a clear target, ensuring that over 270+ students stay motivated to graduate and unlock their reserved funds upon completing their final exams and receipting school leaving certificate.

Our Impact in the Community
Every graduate represents a life changed and a family supported. Here is how our scholarship is making a real difference across local communities:

  • Gorkha: Supporting young scholars since 2018, with 20 graduates already stepping into brighter futures.
  • Jiri: Since 2019, we have helped students reach the finish line, celebrating 18 graduates to date.
  • Khijidemba: Launched in 2022, enrolling 36 students and celebrating our first 5 graduates (with many more to come!).


Together, We Are Building a Better Tomorrow
When you support a student’s education, you aren’t just helping one child—you are lifting up an entire family and strengthening a community.
“Education is the most powerful tool to break barriers, build confidence, and create lasting change.”