Community Facilitator

Trinamul-Unnayan-Sangstha

 

Trinamul-Unnayan-Sangstha

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Summary

• Vacancy: —
• Age: at most 30 years
• Location: Khagrachhari (Dighinala, Khagrachhari Sadar)
• Salary: Negotiable
• Experience: At least 2 years
• Published: 14 Dec 2024

 

Requirements

Education

• HSC

Experience

• At least 2 years
• Freshers are also encouraged to apply.

Additional Requirements

• Age at most 30 years

• A minimum of 2 years of work experience in Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), Community Infrastructure and Livelihoods particularly in post-disaster rehabilitation contexts. The candidate must be capable of handling the technical affairs independently.

Other competencies and Skills:

• Understanding of WASH, Community Infrastructure, Shelter and Livelihoods.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.·
• Ability to work in challenging post-flood environments.
• Must be willing and physically able to work in and travel frequently to difficult geographical and cultural environments.
• Working knowledge of operating MS Office, internet web browsing etc.
• Previous work experience with TUS is considered as special competency.

Responsibilities & Context

Trinamul Unnayan Sangstha (TUS), a local NGO in Khagrachari, invites applications from permanent residents of the CHT for the following position below, under the Flood Emergency Response in Bangladesh (FERB) for 4 months project supported by HEKS/EPER, Switzerland. The project will implement at Khagrachari sadar (Kamalchari and Golabari Union) and Dighinala (Kabakhali and Merung Union) Upazilas in Khagrachari Hill District.

The Community Facilitator will be responsible for;

• Work under close guidance/supervision of the Project Officer and Assistant Project Officer.
• Facilitate community meetings, discussions, and awareness sessions on WASH infrastructure repair, installation, and hygiene promotion.
• Build relationships with local leaders, community groups, and households to ensure project acceptance and participation.
• Promote understanding of safe water use, sanitation practices, and hygiene behaviors among community members.
• Organize and conduct training sessions on hygiene and sanitation practices for community members and local volunteers.
• Empower communities to take ownership of water and sanitation infrastructure maintenance.
• Assist in identifying and selecting sites for WASH interventions (e.g., water points, latrines).
• Support the Project Officer in coordinating the delivery of WASH, Community Infrastructure and Livelihood interventions.
• Facilitate community participation in project activities, including construction, maintenance, and hygiene promotion.
• Collect and document feedback from communities to identify challenges and successes.
• Monitor the adoption of hygiene practices and the usage of water and sanitation facilities.
• Report community needs, concerns, and progress to the Project Officer/Assistant Project Officer regularly.
• Maintain accurate records of all activities, community meetings, and training sessions.
• Prepare and submit regular reports detailing community engagement and progress.
• Support the PO/APO in organizing community-level events and activities.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including during emergencies and community events.
• Ensure project activities comply with organizational policies and donor guidelines.
• Promote accountability, transparency, and participation within the project scope.
• Utilizing at least 90 % of working time at the field visit and 10% at Office.
• Prepare event reports, progress report in monthly, quarterly basis as per PIP and submit to the Project Officer.
• Prepare success stories/case study, annual report and submit to the Project Officer/Assistant Project Officer.

Workplace

Work at office

Employment Status

Full Time

Job Location

Khagrachhari (Dighinala, Khagrachhari Sadar)

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