Cooperative Development Officer (Economic Empowerment & Governance)

Islamic Relief Bangladesh

Islamic Relief Bangladesh

 

Islamic Relief Bangladesh

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Summary

  • Vacancy: 1
  • Age: at most 45 years
  • Location: Rangpur
  • Maximum Salary: Tk. 47868 (Monthly)
  • Experience: At least 5 years
  • Published: 16 Oct 2024

 

Requirements

Education

  • Master of Development Studies (MDS), Master of Science (MSc) in Sociology, Master of Science (MSc) in Social Science

Experience

  • At least 5 years
  • The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s):
    NGO, Development Agency

Additional Requirements

  • Age at most 45 years

Experience in working with:

  • Cooperative/Apex body development.
  • Experience of conducting/facilitating training to the Cooperative/Apex body.
  • Community led approaches for developing Self Help Group and Apex body functions & management.
  • Reporting.

Essential Competencies:

  • Project Implementation Skill.
  • Social/Community Mobilization Skill
  • Facilitation Skill
  • Coordination/Advocacy/Networking/Communication Skill
  • Reporting & Documentation Skill
  • Monitoring & Evaluation Skill
  • Financial management
  • Decision making
  • Conflict resolution
  • Leadership
  • Self-development
  • Problem solving
  • Planning, analytical and organizational skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage workload effectively
  • Supportive, effective and good team player
  • Staff Management
  • Willing to adapt to IRW’s norms and values
  • Have a valid driving license for motor bike and willing to travel and work in the most remote areas of Bangladesh

IT Skill:

  • Proven Expertise of Microsoft Word/ Excel/Power Point.

Language Skill:

  • Excellent- -Reading/Writing/Speaking/Listening for English & Bengali.

Desirable Competencies:

  • Project Management
  • Basic Photographic Skill
  • Strategic Management

Responsibilities & Context

Cooperative/Apex body Development -30%

  • Coordinate in formulating the Cooperative/Apex body development strategy for Apex bodies and Cooperative/Apex body societies under several projects.
  • Provide support in updating and implementing policies, procedures, and systems for Cooperative/Apex body development and self-help group (SHG) management
  • Facilitate and monitor pre-Cooperative/Apex body orientation activities in the SHGs and Apex bodies as they develop into Cooperatives/Apex bodies
  • Assist in the formation and registration of new Cooperative/Apex body societies.
  • Provide guidance on best practices for Cooperative/Apex body governance, management, and operations.
  • Support existing Cooperatives/Apex bodies in developing strategic plans and operational frameworks.
  • Provide technical assistance through formal/ informal training, coaching, exposure, and other possible ways to improve Cooperative/Apex body business and financial management, business/ enterprise development and planning, and business set-up
  • Coordinate in facilitating multi-stakeholder consultation meetings, workshops, and business to business meetings for better market linkages.
  • Monitor, support and backstop the Cooperatives/Apex bodies for effective functioning.
  • Build relationships with external agencies (public and private), and facilitate engagement with similar organizations (unions, federations).
  • Conduct assessments of Cooperatives/Apex bodies on a regular basis to evaluate their status, by using the Cooperative/Apex body Assessment Tools.
  • Conduct regular follow up on the project activity, and work progress.

Strengthening Cooperative/Apex body Business -20%

  • Support Cooperatives/Apex bodies in formulating short- and long-term strategies and business plans and ensure their effective implementation.
  • Support Cooperatives/Apex bodies to ensure the Cooperative/Apex body-owned business are appropriately linked to the markets and functioning sustainably.
  • Support leveraged resource mobilization and investment for sustainable growth of Cooperative/Apex body enterprises.
  • Support Cooperative/Apex body in developing business relationships with financial institutions, banks, and other value chain actors.
  • Support in providing business development services to Cooperative/Apex body members (finance, inputs, training, market linkages and support services).
  • Provide support in economic transformation and market system development.

Training and Capacity Building – 30%

  • Design training content based on Cooperative/Apex body principles, values, norms and business model (Islamic shariah base financial products) and prepare methodology, training material and training manual
  • Facilitate Cooperatives/Apex bodies in the orientation to have a fuller understanding of co-op principles and values.
  • Facilitate cross-learning among Cooperatives/Apex bodies and encourage the adaptation of best practices.
  • Liaise with Cooperatives/Apex bodies for training related activities.
  • Work on any other training related activities as per immediate needs and priorities, as required.
  • Prepare training reports, conduct M&E of training, and prepare training database.
  • Conduct/coordinate Cooperative/Apex body related level training at national/regional/local level.
  • Provide training to staffs on Cooperative/Apex body principles, values, norms and business model (Islamic shariah base financial products).
  • Any other tasks assigned by project Manager/Supervisor/Management in relation to projects activities.

Community engagement, Advocacy, communication and reporting – 15%

  • Prepare and submit regular reports on Cooperative/Apex body activities, performance metrics, and strategic initiatives to management and stakeholders.
  • Analyse data related to Cooperative/Apex body operations and present findings to inform decision-making.
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements by maintaining accurate records and documentation.
  • Develop and maintain documentation related to Cooperative/Apex body policies, procedures, and best practices.
  • Create educational materials and resources for Cooperative/Apex body members and potential stakeholders.
  • Maintain an organized filing system for all Cooperative/Apex body documents, including meeting minutes, financial records, and member communications.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for communication between Cooperative/Apex body members, management, and external partners.
  • Facilitate workshops, training sessions, and meetings to promote Cooperative/Apex body values and operational efficiency.
  • Develop relationships with community organizations, government agencies, and other stakeholders to support Cooperative/Apex body development.
  • Advocate for Cooperative/Apex body initiatives and represent the Cooperative/Apex body in public forums and community events.

Other Requirements -5%

  • Participate & involve with seasonal programs (Ramadan, Qurbani, Winterization, etc.) activities.
  • Willing and able to travel frequently for extended periods and to remote areas of the projects.
  • Ensure the safety of team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, exploitation, Fraud, Bribery & Money Laundering to achieve the program’s goals of safeguarding implementation and as well as Act as a key source of support, guidance, and expertise on the safeguarding of harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation, Fraud, Bribery & Money Laundering for establishing a safe working environment
  • Being a member of Islamic Relief as a child-friendly organization, it is the core responsibility and obligation of each staff member to understand and obey the IR Child Protection & PSEA Policy and respond accordingly as and when required.

Compensation & Other Benefits

  • Mobile bill, Tour allowance, Provident fund, Weekly 2 holidays, Insurance, Gratuity
  • Festival Bonus: 1

Other benefits will be provided as per organizational HR Policy.

Workplace

Work at office

Employment Status

Full Time

Job Location

Rangpur

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