Community Facilitator - FIVDB-GIZ-SHADE Project

Job Description

Title: Community Facilitator - FIVDB-GIZ-SHADE Project

Company Name: Friends in Village Development Bangladesh (FIVDB)

Vacancy: --

Age: 28 to 40 years

Job Location: Cox`s Bazar (Teknaf)

Salary: --

Experience:

• At least 2 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): NGO

• Bachelor of Social Science (BSS)
• Master of Social Science (MSS)

• At least 2 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): NGO

• Age 28 to 40 years

• Minimum 2-4 years of relevant experience in mediation, conflict resolution, or case documentation. Prior experience in the Rohingya response or humanitarian context will be an advantage.
• Strong understanding of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) process, community conflict dynamics, and mediation techniques
• Mediation & Conflict Resolution Skills: Strong ability to analyze conflicts, facilitate dialogue, and support peaceful dispute resolution at the community level
• Well Computer skills and knowledge required, and Bangla typing mandatory

Project Context:

Friends In Village Development Bangladesh (FIVDB) is implementing the Socio-economic Support for Host and Displaced Communities in Cox’s Bazar (SHADE) project under its Humanitarian Preparedness and Response Program, supported by GIZ. The project focuses on strengthening social cohesion, community-based conflict resolution, and peaceful co-existence among the Rohingya and host communities. The project duration is 30th May 2027.

Job Summary:

The Community Facilitator will support the implementation of field-level activities related to community engagement, mediation support, and social cohesion. Under the guidance of the Project Associate, the Camp Facilitator will work closely with mediators, Peace Promotion Groups (PPGs), Majhi, and community members to ensure the smooth execution of activities at the camp level.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Field Activity Support:

• Assist in organizing and conducting community meetings, dialogues, and awareness sessions

• Support mediation sessions as required under the guidance of the Project Associate

• Help ensure participation of community members in project activities

2. Community Engagement:

• Maintain regular contact with Majhi, community leaders, and beneficiaries

• Support community mobilization and awareness on peaceful conflict resolution

• Encourage participation of women and vulnerable groups in activities

3. Support to Mediators & PPGs:

• Assist mediators and Peace Promotion Groups (PPGs) during field activities

• Help coordinate meeting schedules and community sessions

• Provide basic logistical and communication support

4. Field Coordination & Communication:

• Maintain regular communication with the Project Associate on field updates

• Share information on community issues, conflicts, and feedback

• Support coordination with local stakeholders as guided

5. Monitoring & Follow-up:

• Assist in tracking ongoing activities and follow-up of mediation cases

• Report any challenges or issues observed in the field

• Support field visits and activity monitoring

6. Documentation Support:

• Assist in maintaining attendance sheets and basic activity records

• Support documentation of community meetings and sessions

• Provide necessary information for reporting purposes

7. Safeguarding & Inclusion:

• Ensure respectful behavior with all community members

• Support safe and inclusive participation of all groups

• Report any safeguarding or protection concerns to the Project Associate

• Mobile bill,Weekly 2 holidays

As per the project policy of FIVDB and the budgeted provision of this project.