Katnarpara Nari Unnayan Sangstha (KNUS)

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Summary

Vacancy: 1
Location: Rajshahi
Experience: At least 5 years
Published: 5 Sep 2024

Requirements

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social science, Anthropology, Development Studies, Social Work, or a related field; and Master’s degree will get high priority.

Experience

At least 5 years

Additional Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of experience in in similar position in NGO/INGO
Have motivation to stay at Upazilla level and work with Migrants, community peoples, GoB departments, civil Society, NGO and development partners
Working experience with migration related projects will add value.
Excellent computer skills in word, excel and internet using is an advantage
Strong report writing skills in English. Bangla typing skill is most needed.
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
Effective communication and negotiation abilities.
Adaptability and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Knowledge of local context and cultural sensitivities.

Language: Excellent verbal & written communication skills in Bangla and English.

Responsibilities & Context

Context and Scope:

IOM is currently implementing a project titled ‘Bangladesh: Reducing Irregular Migration And Supporting Returnees & Displaced Persons’, in coordination with Ministry of Expatriates’ Welfare and Overseas Employment (MoEWOE) and supported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Government of Italy to strengthen migration management with particular focus on promoting safe migration, addressing adverse drivers of migration, and supporting the sustainable reintegration of vulnerable returnees.

The Key objective of the project is ‘Strengthening safe migration pathways in Bangladesh through raising awareness, supporting sustainable reintegration and providing alternatives to irregular migration’. This is a 2.5 months project starting from 1st Septmeber’2024 with possibility of project extension for one year subject to availability of funding.

KNUS is an implementing partner (IP) for implementing the “Reducing Irregular Migration and Supporting Returnee and Displaced Persons” Project activities in Rajshahi District. KNUS is seeking suitable candidates for District Manager (DM) position (conditional), who will be placed at Rajshahi District Project Office, and responsible to implement project activities.

Under the overall guidance of the IOM and direct supervision of the KNUS, and in collaboration with relevant project staff and stakeholders and the respective local Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) partners, KNUS, the District Manager (DM) will be responsible for the tasks mentioned below:

Job Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

Assist project planning and implementation, budget management, and ensure the overall project implementation at the local level as per operational guidelines.
Ensure selection of the areas for project implementation, such as Upazila, Union
Support selection and establishment of the MIRS booths at the Upazial/Union level.
Maintain overall office management including the setup of the project office at district level, arrange the seating arrangement of the staff, ensure administrative, logistics, stationaries and necessary financial management as per applicable policy.
Ensure maintenance including security and day to day operations of the district office.
Maintain regular coordination with the Head of HR, Finance/Admin, Project Coordinator of the organization KNUS;
Maintain regular coordination with the Government offices such as, the Office of the Deputy Commissioner (DC), Technical Training Centre (TTC), District Employment and Manpower Office (DEMO), District offices of Department of Women Affairs (DWA), Department of Social Services (DSS), Department of Youth Development (DYD), and other relevant government offices.
Maintain regular coordination & communication with Local Government, Elites & community level stakeholders.
Organize meeting, seminar, trainings and events at the District, Upazila level & Union level and facilitate the events as required.
Support in implementation of field level campaigns/meetings for community mobilization.
Support organization of pot songs, wall painting events, and the art & cultural competitions.
Provide support in selection, registration, reintegration counselling of the project beneficiaries, and ensure data entry in the recommended information management tools.
Participate in comprehensive training on gender responsive reintegration counseling including case management and referral mechanism.
Assist project staff to ensure (re)integration planning and refer them to relevant economic, social, and psychosocial services for sustainable reintegration or safe re-migration.
Ensure post referral monitoring and follow up of the beneficiaries to ensure access to the services.
Assist project staff in identifying and providing services to the displaced population
Maintain and monitor project related progress, data, information.
Prepare and submit periodic reports and monthly updates.
Refer project beneficiaries and their family members to the available social services including accommodation, health and wellbeing, education and training, documentation, access to justice and any other services as per their needs.
Ensure communication and visibility of the project as per the implementation plan.
Ensure compliance to the Data Protection Principles.
Perform any other duties assigned by the management.

Employment Status: Full Time/ Project Based

Compensation & Other Benefits

Salary: As per project allocated budget.
Compensation and other benefit: Travel allowance, Festival Bonus

Employment Status

Full Time

Job Location

Rajshahi

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