Full Time
Dhaka, Bangladesh
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Islamic Relief Bangladesh

Islamic Relief Bangladesh

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Summary

Vacancy: 2
Age: at most 45 years
Location: Noakhali (Hatiya)
Maximum Salary: Negotiable
Experience: At least 3 years
Published: 21 Oct 2024

Requirements

Education

Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Agriculture, Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Public Health, Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Social Science

Experience

At least 3 years
The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s):
NGO, Development Agency

Additional Requirements

Age at most 45 years

This Incumbent will be based in Bhasanchar.
Benefits & Allowances for this position will be – 10% hardship allowance upon on monthly salary, Mobile bill, Tour allowance/Per-diem, Provident fund, Insurance coverage (IPD, OPD, Life, DB, CIB), Festival Bonus, Long Service Awards, Leave (Annual, Casual, Sick, TOIL/CTO, Maternity, Paternity and R&R) and Gratuity, etc. Accommodation will be provided by Islamic Relief Bangladesh (only applicable for Bhashanchar).

Experience in working with:

Quality Control
Production Monitoring.
Food Safety, or Process Management within food production or fortification projects.

Managing quality assurance protocols, compliance with food safety standards, data management, reporting, and documentation in food processing or manufacturing.

Essential Competencies:

Quality Control and Assurance Skills
Data Collection and Management
Monitoring and Evaluation
Coordination/Advocacy/Networking/Communication with related sectors
Strong writing, Reporting, and documentation skills
Technical Knowledge in Rice Fortification
Decision making
Conflict resolution
Self-development
Problem-solving
Planning, analytical, and organizational skills
Strategic Management
Ability to work under pressure and manage workload effectively
Supportive, effective, and a good team player
Attention to Detail
Basic Knowledge of Food Safety Standards
Willing to adapt to IRW’s norms and values

Other (Please Specify)
Cultural sensitivity
Working with Minimum Supervision

IT Skill:

Advanced knowledge of Microsoft word/Excel/PowerPoint/KoBo application.
General troubleshooting skills for basic hardware and software.

Language Skill:

Working knowledge-Reading/Writing/Speaking/Listening in English, Bengali

Desirable Competencies:

Basic Photographic Skill
Leadership
Staff Management
Ability to communicate in local dialect (Chitagonian).

Responsibilities & Context

Quality Control and Assurance -45%

Implement quality control protocols for rice fortification to ensure compliance with food safety and fortification standards.
Conduct daily monitoring of milling, fortification, and packaging processes to maintain consistent product quality.
Monitor the production process, ensuring correct blending of fortified kernels and uniformity in fortified rice.
Perform regular sampling and testing to verify micronutrient levels.
Address deviations from quality standards and implement corrective actions promptly.
Ensure compliance with national and international food safety regulations, including HACCP and ISO standards.
Collaborate with plant operators to troubleshoot quality issues and drive process improvements.
Review and approve quality documentation, such as inspection records and certificates of analysis.
Lead investigations into quality-related complaints and oversee corrective actions.
Establish and maintain quality benchmarks and KPIs for continuous monitoring and improvement.
Collaborate with external auditors and regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with food safety inspections and certifications.
Perform risk assessments to identify potential quality threats and proactively mitigate them.
Develop and update standard operating procedures (SOPs) for quality control, ensuring they reflect the latest industry practices and regulations.
Coordinate with suppliers to verify raw materials meet quality specifications.
Provide guidance and training to staff on food safety and quality control procedures.

Data Management and Reporting -20%

Maintain detailed logs of quality control checks, test results, and corrective actions.
Assist in developing a digital database for tracking quality metrics and fortification consistency.
Prepare regular quality control performance reports for submission to management and WFP.
Support the creation of dashboards and data visualization tools to monitor trends.
Ensure accurate and timely reporting of quality data following WFP and regulatory standards.
Align quality control data with broader project reports, working closely with the monitoring team.
Contribute to monthly, quarterly, and final project reports, focusing on quality assurance outcomes.
Ensure compliance with confidentiality standards when handling project data.
Assist in preparing information for donor reports, audits, and external evaluations.
Develop tools to validate the accuracy of quality data during the production process.
Participate in project review meetings to share insights and recommend improvements.

Training and Capacity Building 15%

Conduct training sessions on food safety, hygiene, and quality control protocols.
Develop training materials to enhance staff knowledge of quality standards and regulatory requirements.
Provide on-the-job guidance to machine operators, ensuring adherence to quality control processes.
Build the capacity of local Rohingya volunteers through practical training on quality checks.
Train staff on sampling equipment usage and testing methods.
Organize refresher training programs to keep staff updated on best practices.
Ensure quality control principles are integrated into project monitoring in collaboration with the M&E team.
Mentor junior staff to enhance their expertise in quality assurance.
Coordinate with WFP and stakeholders to align quality training with international standards.

Accountability and Learning -10%

Collect feedback from stakeholders and beneficiaries to drive continuous quality improvement.
Ensure lessons learned from quality control are documented, shared, and applied to future processes.
Promote accountability by integrating feedback mechanisms and participating in audits and evaluations.
Collaborate with the M&E team to incorporate quality assessment findings into program enhancements.
Facilitate knowledge-sharing sessions and transparent reporting to stakeholders, fostering a culture of improvement.

Other Requirements -10%

Participate and be involved with seasonal programs (Ramadan, Qurbani, Winterization, etc.) activities.
Facilitate donor/external visits and ensure that visitor recommendations are addressed.
Willing and able to travel frequently for extended periods and to remote areas of the projects 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, and exploitation to achieve the program’s goals of safeguarding implementation. Act as a key source of support, guidance, and expertise in safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment.
Practice, promote, and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action.
Continues coordination with the IR communication team providing necessary data and information to promote organizational visibility.
Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor as per program needs and organizational rules.

Compensation & Other Benefits

Mobile bill, Tour allowance, Provident fund, Gratuity, Insurance
Festival Bonus: 1

Hardship Allowance (10% of the monthly salary for each month)
Free Accommodation Facility
Rest and Recreation Leave
Other benefits will be provided as per organizational HR policy.

Workplace

Work at office

Employment Status

Full Time

Job Location

Noakhali (Hatiya)

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