Nepal currently ranks around the twelfth poorest country in the world with almost one third of the nation’s population existing well below the poverty line; therefore it is unsurprising that the majority of jobs in Nepal for international citizens are in the fields of aid agency and relief work as well as in governmental and non-governmental assistance postings, there are also some teaching positions available and a great many opportunities for volunteers.

However the nation suffers from some security issues, it has restricted accessibility and it is quite susceptible to natural disasters therefore many charities and aid agencies have difficulty attracting key personnel despite the fact that the nation is stunningly diverse and beautiful and that the majority of Nepalese citizens are hugely welcoming.  Having said that, those international citizens who do commit to Nepal find a warm welcome and a fantastic way of life awaits them and most are reluctant to leave if the time comes.

Expatriates living and working in Nepal are either to be found working in the field assisting with various projects or else they are largely based in and around the capital city of Kathmandu which actually has fantastic facilities for expats and their families such as international schools, good restaurants and bars, decent housing, affordable domestic assistance and Western groceries are even available at a price!

In terms of finding a specific job in Nepal most expats determined to move to live in the country have another determination and that is to help the nation – therefore most contact charities or organisations directly with which they have a particular affinity whether that be the Mondo Challenge, Action Aid, Himalayan Children’s Foundation or Wildlife Conservation Nepal for example.  By contacting charities and aid organisations with an offer to help, a CV, resume, covering letter and/or details of previous and relative experience one stands the best chance of finding either paid or voluntary work.

There are agencies assisting with teaching, assisting women and children, helping in orphanages, assisting with agricultural programs, teaching sustainable farming methods, helping preserve wildlife, protect the environment and basically improve the lives of those living in Nepal and all require the services of experts, helpers and volunteers.  Look online for opportunities, forums and organisations associated with Nepal as the best place to begin a job hunt.

For those with ‘English as a second language’ (ESL) teaching skills why not contact the international schools in Nepal – the same goes for qualified teachers in many disciplines.  Other job opportunities from tour guide to au pair, from bar staff to embassy assistant are occasionally advertise but usually end up being filled by an expat already living and working in Nepal whose looking for a new venture.

Those with as broad a mind as possible and a commitment to the nation as well as a determination to help will find that they make friends and meet useful people quickly once they relocate to Nepal - as a result they will hear about jobs and opportunities on the grapevine far quicker and will discover that they can always find some form of job in Nepal whatever their skill set or ambitions.