Vacancy for Medical Centre and Residential Home Nurse in Gurkha Welfare Trust
About Vacancy:
Positions:
- Medical Centre Nurse
- Residential Home Nurse
Deadline: 01-Jan-2026
Location: Dharan
Salary: 72,237 per month
About Organization:
The Gurkha Welfare Trust Nepal is the field arm of The Gurkha Welfare Trust UK, a registered charitable trust established in 1969. The organization works to support ex-Gurkha veterans and their communities across Nepal, delivering welfare, healthcare, and community-based services with a strong humanitarian focus.
The Gurkha Welfare Trust Nepal invites applications from qualified, dedicated, and service-oriented individuals for the following positions based in Dharan: Medical Centre Nurse at the Area Welfare Centre (AWC) Dharan, Shivadhara, and Residential Home Nurse at the Ram Bahadur Limbu VC Residential Home, Dharan, co-located within AWC Dharan.
1. Medical Centre Nurse (MCN)
Key Responsibilities:
The Medical Centre Nurse is responsible for delivering competent, safe, and professional primary health care services in close collaboration with other AWC clinical staff, under the guidance of the Clinical Practice Manager. The role involves working directly with clients and beneficiaries to ensure their healthcare needs, dignity, and expectations are appropriately addressed, and that The Gurkha Welfare Trust (GWT) delivers services in line with the agreed standards and quality of care.
Interested candidates are advised to carefully review the detailed Job Description for comprehensive information on the roles, responsibilities, and expectations associated with the position.
Required Qualifications and Skills:
- Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or BSc Nursing with at least two years of post-qualification experience in a hospital or community health setting.
- Alternatively, for internal promotion, candidates with PCL in Nursing and a minimum of six years of relevant work experience since qualification, including at least two years with GWT, are eligible to apply.
- Current and unrestricted registration with the Nepal Nursing Council is mandatory.
- Comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in general nursing care and basic pharmacology are required.
- Prior experience with I/NGOs and/or in geriatric or palliative care is highly desirable.
2. Residential Home Nurse (RH Nurse)
Key Responsibilities:
The Residential Home Nurse works as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver and maintain high professional standards of care, in line with the guidelines of The Gurkha Welfare Trust (GWT) and the Nepal Nursing Council. The role is responsible for the day-to-day implementation of care activities, ensuring a holistic, person-centered approach that addresses the specific nursing and overall wellbeing needs of residents within the Residential Home.
Interested candidates are advised to carefully review the detailed Job Description for comprehensive information on the roles, responsibilities, and expectations associated with the position.
Required Qualifications and Skills:
- Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or BSc Nursing with at least two years of post-qualification experience in a hospital or community health setting.
- Alternatively, for internal promotion, candidates holding PCL in Nursing with a minimum of six years of relevant experience since qualification, including at least two years with GWT, are eligible to apply.
- Current and unrestricted registration with the Nepal Nursing Council is mandatory.
- Comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in general nursing care and basic pharmacology are required.
- Prior experience working with I/NGOs and/or in a residential home or long-term care setting is highly desirable.
Remunerations:
- Both the Medical Centre Nurse and Residential Home Nurse positions are classified as EG3L1 in GWT Nepal’s pay structure, with a basic monthly salary of NPR 72,237. For internal candidates transferring within the same level, the prevailing salary or the higher applicable rate will be applied.
- Additional benefits and entitlements will be provided in accordance with GWT Nepal’s Standing Instructions (SI). The positions are offered on an initial three-year contract, with the possibility of extension based on organizational needs and individual performance.
Application Process:
Qualified, eligible, and interested candidates are invited to submit their applications by Thursday, 01 January 2026.
Internal candidates should refer to Chapters 6.10.17 to 6.10.20 of the Standing Instructions (SI) for details on eligibility criteria for level transfer and promotion.
The Gurkha Welfare Trust Nepal is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.
To apply, please visit: HERE
