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