Cooperative Development Officer (Economic Empowerment & Governance)

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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