Assistant Officer

Job Description

Title: Assistant Officer

Company Name: NGO Forum for Public Health

Vacancy: 03

Age: at most 45 years

Location: Anywhere in Bangladesh

Minimum Salary: Tk. 60000 (Monthly)

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

Published: 26 Dec 2024

Education:
∎ Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field (e.g., Social Work, Social Science, Computer Science, Business Administration).

Requirements:

Additional Requirements:
∎ Age at most 45 years
∎ At least 3 years’ experience in the development field, in delivering technical skills training, career counseling, or job placement services in humanitarian sector. Work experience in emergency response project/ Rohingya camps.
∎ Experience in Community mobilization, need assessment, beneficiary selection input, Data management and training delivery.

Responsibilities & Context:
∎ We are implementing a multi-year skills development project as part of a joint Initiative of a consortium in the refugee camps of Cox's Bazar. The project has a target to reach a round of 1000 participants (50 percent women) for vocational skills training which will be selected across the camps considering the suitability, capacity and availability of home/community facilities for training. The target of 2,000 has been selected according to the prequalification requirement for the vocational training.
∎ The Project ultimately aims to assist refugees to acquire transferable and portable skills relevant to the labour market needs in Myanmar and the camp contexts, that would support sustainable return and integration (in Myanmar) when conditions permit; while enabling refugees to maintain hope for the future and have dignified and productive lives in the camps, including through engagement in multi-sectorial camp-based activities, minor livelihood activities, and community works, with the utilization of acquired competencies.
∎ Accordingly, strategies will be geared towards enhancing skills development, economic and social empowerment, self-reliance of the Rohingya refugees pending durable solutions.
∎ Community mobilization and learner selection.
∎ Program data collection and data management.
∎ Assist program participants in preparing resumes, cover letters, and job applications tailored to specific opportunities.
∎ Provide guidance and support during job interviews, including mock interviews and interview preparation workshops.
∎ Facilitate connections between program participants and potential employers, acting as a liaison to promote successful placements.
∎ Facilitate Maintain accurate records of program participants, training sessions, and job placement outcomes.
∎ Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure seamless program delivery and coordination.
∎ Prepare reports and presentations to communicate program progress, impact, and outcomes to stakeholders.
∎ Enrolment of training participants to a specific trade ensuring the prequalification criteria.
∎ Promote awareness of the program within the community through outreach activities, informational sessions, and networking events.
∎ Establish and nurture relationships with local community leaders, schools, and other relevant organizations.
∎ Act as an advocate for program participants, addressing their needs and concerns within the community.
∎ Any other duties & responsibilities assign by Project Management Unit

Compensation & Other Benefits:
∎ As per Human Resource Policies & Procedures of NGO Forum for Public Health.

Employment Status: Contractual

Job Location: Anywhere in Bangladesh

Job Highlights:

Read Before Apply:

APPLICATION PROCESS• Interested persons are requested to apply with a complete CV with contact mobile / telephone number and a copy of recent passport size photograph. NGO Forum is an equal opportunity employer and also encourages applications from qualified female candidates.• Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.• Application must be submitted through online by clicking on Apply Online Button.

Note: Application sent by email will not be considered.Only short-listed candidates shall be contacted. References will be taken and background and Anti-terrorism checks will be carried out in conformity with NGO Forum's Safeguarding policy of Children and Adults and Anti-Money Laundering Policy & Prevention of Terrorist Financing.

ATTENTION:• NGO Forum aims to attract and select a diverse workforce ensuring equal opportunity to everyone irrespective of race, age, gender, class, ethnicity, disability, location and religion.• NGO Forum is committed to ensuring that wherever we work there is no tolerance for the abuse of power, privilege or trust.• NGO Forum reinforces a culture of zero tolerance towards any form of inappropriate behaviour, abuse, harassment, or exploitation of any kind.• All employees are expected to abide by the Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse & Child Protection Policy of NGO Forum.• The safeguarding of our beneficiaries, staff, volunteers and anyone working on our behalf is our top priority, and we take our responsibilities seriously.