Community Forest and Environment Advocate - Volunteer Position - Onsite in Nepal • Asia - 2 years, plus 3 months training
Peace Corps
United States
Posted on Mar 31, 2026
About The Job
Communities in Nepal are looking for support as they strengthen the sustainable management of natural resources and inspire younger generations to get involved.
Nepal is among the countries most susceptible to environmental risks due to its topography, the dependency on the environment for livelihoods, and the limited adaptive capacity of rural communities. As temperatures increase, weather-related events such as forest fires, flooding and landslides are becoming more frequent. The effects of these environmental shocks are exacerbated by rapid and unmanaged urbanization, and an imbalance between infrastructure development and biodiversity maintenance—ultimately resulting in soil erosion and a lack of solid waste management. Forests are integral to rural life in Nepal; they provide wood for fuel, timber for construction and furnishings, as well as medicinal and aromatic plants for human health. As such, Nepal’s government is concentrating on the sustainable production and supply of forest products, improvement of biodiversity, increased contribution of forests to national economic development, and the protection of forest ecosystems.
As a Community Forest and Environment Advocate, you will collaborate with community members to strengthen local capacity, especially among youth, to sustainably manage the environment and natural resources that rural people depend on. Together, you will promote youth leadership, gender equity, and mobilization within historically marginalized communities for positive environmental outcomes.
Activities
How you and the community will make an impact together:
Support primary and secondary teachers in teaching environmental education.
Plan and facilitate environment-focused clubs or camps for youth.
Support schools and communities to adopt improved solid waste management practices.
Assist community forest user groups on best practices to rehabilitate, conserve, and sustainably manage natural woodlands.
Train families on constructing and using energy-efficient cookstoves.
Support community forest user groups to develop forest-based income generating activities and improve basic business skills.
You may also work on additional projects that meet the community’s interests and priorities, such as establishing book club or cultivating mushrooms and fruit trees.
Required Skills
Required skills
Qualified Candidates Will Have An Expressed Interest In Promoting Environmental Awareness In Schools And Communities, And One Or More Of The Following Criteria
Desired Skills
All candidates who meet the required skills are encouraged to apply. Additional skills that may make you a more competitive candidate include:
Communities in Nepal are looking for support as they strengthen the sustainable management of natural resources and inspire younger generations to get involved.
Nepal is among the countries most susceptible to environmental risks due to its topography, the dependency on the environment for livelihoods, and the limited adaptive capacity of rural communities. As temperatures increase, weather-related events such as forest fires, flooding and landslides are becoming more frequent. The effects of these environmental shocks are exacerbated by rapid and unmanaged urbanization, and an imbalance between infrastructure development and biodiversity maintenance—ultimately resulting in soil erosion and a lack of solid waste management. Forests are integral to rural life in Nepal; they provide wood for fuel, timber for construction and furnishings, as well as medicinal and aromatic plants for human health. As such, Nepal’s government is concentrating on the sustainable production and supply of forest products, improvement of biodiversity, increased contribution of forests to national economic development, and the protection of forest ecosystems.
As a Community Forest and Environment Advocate, you will collaborate with community members to strengthen local capacity, especially among youth, to sustainably manage the environment and natural resources that rural people depend on. Together, you will promote youth leadership, gender equity, and mobilization within historically marginalized communities for positive environmental outcomes.
Know By
Communities in Nepal are looking for support as they strengthen the sustainable management of natural resources and inspire younger generations to get involved.
Nepal is among the countries most susceptible to environmental risks due to its topography, the dependency on the environment for livelihoods, and the limited adaptive capacity of rural communities. As temperatures increase, weather-related events such as forest fires, flooding and landslides are becoming more frequent. The effects of these environmental shocks are exacerbated by rapid and unmanaged urbanization, and an imbalance between infrastructure development and biodiversity maintenance—ultimately resulting in soil erosion and a lack of solid waste management. Forests are integral to rural life in Nepal; they provide wood for fuel, timber for construction and furnishings, as well as medicinal and aromatic plants for human health. As such, Nepal’s government is concentrating on the sustainable production and supply of forest products, improvement of biodiversity, increased contribution of forests to national economic development, and the protection of forest ecosystems.
As a Community Forest and Environment Advocate, you will collaborate with community members to strengthen local capacity, especially among youth, to sustainably manage the environment and natural resources that rural people depend on. Together, you will promote youth leadership, gender equity, and mobilization within historically marginalized communities for positive environmental outcomes.
Depart On
Communities in Nepal are looking for support as they strengthen the sustainable management of natural resources and inspire younger generations to get involved.
Nepal is among the countries most susceptible to environmental risks due to its topography, the dependency on the environment for livelihoods, and the limited adaptive capacity of rural communities. As temperatures increase, weather-related events such as forest fires, flooding and landslides are becoming more frequent. The effects of these environmental shocks are exacerbated by rapid and unmanaged urbanization, and an imbalance between infrastructure development and biodiversity maintenance—ultimately resulting in soil erosion and a lack of solid waste management. Forests are integral to rural life in Nepal; they provide wood for fuel, timber for construction and furnishings, as well as medicinal and aromatic plants for human health. As such, Nepal’s government is concentrating on the sustainable production and supply of forest products, improvement of biodiversity, increased contribution of forests to national economic development, and the protection of forest ecosystems.
As a Community Forest and Environment Advocate, you will collaborate with community members to strengthen local capacity, especially among youth, to sustainably manage the environment and natural resources that rural people depend on. Together, you will promote youth leadership, gender equity, and mobilization within historically marginalized communities for positive environmental outcomes.
Duration
Communities in Nepal are looking for support as they strengthen the sustainable management of natural resources and inspire younger generations to get involved.
Nepal is among the countries most susceptible to environmental risks due to its topography, the dependency on the environment for livelihoods, and the limited adaptive capacity of rural communities. As temperatures increase, weather-related events such as forest fires, flooding and landslides are becoming more frequent. The effects of these environmental shocks are exacerbated by rapid and unmanaged urbanization, and an imbalance between infrastructure development and biodiversity maintenance—ultimately resulting in soil erosion and a lack of solid waste management. Forests are integral to rural life in Nepal; they provide wood for fuel, timber for construction and furnishings, as well as medicinal and aromatic plants for human health. As such, Nepal’s government is concentrating on the sustainable production and supply of forest products, improvement of biodiversity, increased contribution of forests to national economic development, and the protection of forest ecosystems.
As a Community Forest and Environment Advocate, you will collaborate with community members to strengthen local capacity, especially among youth, to sustainably manage the environment and natural resources that rural people depend on. Together, you will promote youth leadership, gender equity, and mobilization within historically marginalized communities for positive environmental outcomes.
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Communities in Nepal are looking for support as they strengthen the sustainable management of natural resources and inspire younger generations to get involved.
Nepal is among the countries most susceptible to environmental risks due to its topography, the dependency on the environment for livelihoods, and the limited adaptive capacity of rural communities. As temperatures increase, weather-related events such as forest fires, flooding and landslides are becoming more frequent. The effects of these environmental shocks are exacerbated by rapid and unmanaged urbanization, and an imbalance between infrastructure development and biodiversity maintenance—ultimately resulting in soil erosion and a lack of solid waste management. Forests are integral to rural life in Nepal; they provide wood for fuel, timber for construction and furnishings, as well as medicinal and aromatic plants for human health. As such, Nepal’s government is concentrating on the sustainable production and supply of forest products, improvement of biodiversity, increased contribution of forests to national economic development, and the protection of forest ecosystems.
As a Community Forest and Environment Advocate, you will collaborate with community members to strengthen local capacity, especially among youth, to sustainably manage the environment and natural resources that rural people depend on. Together, you will promote youth leadership, gender equity, and mobilization within historically marginalized communities for positive environmental outcomes.
Activities
How you and the community will make an impact together:
Support primary and secondary teachers in teaching environmental education.
Plan and facilitate environment-focused clubs or camps for youth.
Support schools and communities to adopt improved solid waste management practices.
Assist community forest user groups on best practices to rehabilitate, conserve, and sustainably manage natural woodlands.
Train families on constructing and using energy-efficient cookstoves.
Support community forest user groups to develop forest-based income generating activities and improve basic business skills.
You may also work on additional projects that meet the community’s interests and priorities, such as establishing book club or cultivating mushrooms and fruit trees.
Required Skills
Required skills
Qualified Candidates Will Have An Expressed Interest In Promoting Environmental Awareness In Schools And Communities, And One Or More Of The Following Criteria
- Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science degree in any field
- 5 years' professional work experience
Desired Skills
All candidates who meet the required skills are encouraged to apply. Additional skills that may make you a more competitive candidate include:
- At least 3 years of full-time experience in tree propagation, nursery management, forest-based income generation, ecotourism, solid waste management, energy efficient stoves, or environmental education.
- Experience or coursework in environmental science, environmental education and/or advocacy, natural resource management, forestry, nursery work, solid waste management, environmental camps or clubs, outdoor education, tree planting, forest fire-line construction and management, or selective harvesting and cultivation.
Communities in Nepal are looking for support as they strengthen the sustainable management of natural resources and inspire younger generations to get involved.
Nepal is among the countries most susceptible to environmental risks due to its topography, the dependency on the environment for livelihoods, and the limited adaptive capacity of rural communities. As temperatures increase, weather-related events such as forest fires, flooding and landslides are becoming more frequent. The effects of these environmental shocks are exacerbated by rapid and unmanaged urbanization, and an imbalance between infrastructure development and biodiversity maintenance—ultimately resulting in soil erosion and a lack of solid waste management. Forests are integral to rural life in Nepal; they provide wood for fuel, timber for construction and furnishings, as well as medicinal and aromatic plants for human health. As such, Nepal’s government is concentrating on the sustainable production and supply of forest products, improvement of biodiversity, increased contribution of forests to national economic development, and the protection of forest ecosystems.
As a Community Forest and Environment Advocate, you will collaborate with community members to strengthen local capacity, especially among youth, to sustainably manage the environment and natural resources that rural people depend on. Together, you will promote youth leadership, gender equity, and mobilization within historically marginalized communities for positive environmental outcomes.
Know By
Communities in Nepal are looking for support as they strengthen the sustainable management of natural resources and inspire younger generations to get involved.
Nepal is among the countries most susceptible to environmental risks due to its topography, the dependency on the environment for livelihoods, and the limited adaptive capacity of rural communities. As temperatures increase, weather-related events such as forest fires, flooding and landslides are becoming more frequent. The effects of these environmental shocks are exacerbated by rapid and unmanaged urbanization, and an imbalance between infrastructure development and biodiversity maintenance—ultimately resulting in soil erosion and a lack of solid waste management. Forests are integral to rural life in Nepal; they provide wood for fuel, timber for construction and furnishings, as well as medicinal and aromatic plants for human health. As such, Nepal’s government is concentrating on the sustainable production and supply of forest products, improvement of biodiversity, increased contribution of forests to national economic development, and the protection of forest ecosystems.
As a Community Forest and Environment Advocate, you will collaborate with community members to strengthen local capacity, especially among youth, to sustainably manage the environment and natural resources that rural people depend on. Together, you will promote youth leadership, gender equity, and mobilization within historically marginalized communities for positive environmental outcomes.
Depart On
Communities in Nepal are looking for support as they strengthen the sustainable management of natural resources and inspire younger generations to get involved.
Nepal is among the countries most susceptible to environmental risks due to its topography, the dependency on the environment for livelihoods, and the limited adaptive capacity of rural communities. As temperatures increase, weather-related events such as forest fires, flooding and landslides are becoming more frequent. The effects of these environmental shocks are exacerbated by rapid and unmanaged urbanization, and an imbalance between infrastructure development and biodiversity maintenance—ultimately resulting in soil erosion and a lack of solid waste management. Forests are integral to rural life in Nepal; they provide wood for fuel, timber for construction and furnishings, as well as medicinal and aromatic plants for human health. As such, Nepal’s government is concentrating on the sustainable production and supply of forest products, improvement of biodiversity, increased contribution of forests to national economic development, and the protection of forest ecosystems.
As a Community Forest and Environment Advocate, you will collaborate with community members to strengthen local capacity, especially among youth, to sustainably manage the environment and natural resources that rural people depend on. Together, you will promote youth leadership, gender equity, and mobilization within historically marginalized communities for positive environmental outcomes.
Duration
Communities in Nepal are looking for support as they strengthen the sustainable management of natural resources and inspire younger generations to get involved.
Nepal is among the countries most susceptible to environmental risks due to its topography, the dependency on the environment for livelihoods, and the limited adaptive capacity of rural communities. As temperatures increase, weather-related events such as forest fires, flooding and landslides are becoming more frequent. The effects of these environmental shocks are exacerbated by rapid and unmanaged urbanization, and an imbalance between infrastructure development and biodiversity maintenance—ultimately resulting in soil erosion and a lack of solid waste management. Forests are integral to rural life in Nepal; they provide wood for fuel, timber for construction and furnishings, as well as medicinal and aromatic plants for human health. As such, Nepal’s government is concentrating on the sustainable production and supply of forest products, improvement of biodiversity, increased contribution of forests to national economic development, and the protection of forest ecosystems.
As a Community Forest and Environment Advocate, you will collaborate with community members to strengthen local capacity, especially among youth, to sustainably manage the environment and natural resources that rural people depend on. Together, you will promote youth leadership, gender equity, and mobilization within historically marginalized communities for positive environmental outcomes.
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