Job Description

Title: Consultant – Civic Space, Data Protection and Digital Security

Company Name: Centre for Peace and Justice, BRAC University

Vacancy: 1

Age: Na

Job Location: Dhaka

Salary: Negotiable

Experience:

• 10 to 15 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Training Institutes, NGO, Development Agency, Consulting Firms

• Masters

• 10 to 15 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Training Institutes, NGO, Development Agency, Consulting Firms

Civic Space, Digital security, Digital Media literacy

Position Title: Consultant – Civic Space, Data Protection and Digital Security

Expected Starting Date: 17th May, 2026

Reporting To: Executive Director, CPJ, BRAC University

Direct Reporting: Programme Coordinator- SUSHIL, CPJ BRAC University

Duration: 40 working days (17th  May to 15th August 2026), 10 days for module development and 30 days for training facilitation.

No of Position: One (1)

Type of Appointment: Contractual

Workstation: Dhaka and travel to selected districts

Remuneration: Negotiable 

Experience: Module development and training facilitation on digital security, data protection and digital media literacy 

BACKGROUND:

Centre for Peace and Justice (CPJ) is a multi-disciplinary academic institute, which promotes global peace and social justice through quality education, research, training and advocacy. CPJ is committed to identifying and promoting sustainable and inclusive solutions to a wide range of global concerns and issues, including fragility, conflict and violence. The institute has multiple projects in different districts of Bangladesh. We are looking for an experienced consultant according to the below Terms of Reference;

POSITION OVERVIEW:

      The Centre for Peace and Justice (CPJ) at BRAC University, in collaboration with ActionAid Bangladesh and with support from the European Union, is implementing the project “SUSHIL: Supporting the Unity and Sustainability of Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) to uphold Human Rights, National Integrity and Rule of Law in Bangladesh.” Under this initiative, CPJ will conduct a series of capacity-building trainings for government officials and law enforcement personnel across nine districts of Bangladesh. The Consultant will be responsible for designing and delivering a comprehensive, context-sensitive training program aimed at enhancing participants’ understanding of civic space, citizen rights, data protection, and digital security. The role will focus on strengthening the capacity of 180 officials to effectively apply legal frameworks, uphold human rights standards, ensure responsible information management, and promote safe and inclusive digital practices. Through this engagement, the Consultant will contribute to fostering improved collaboration between government institutions and CSOs, enhancing transparency and accountability, and supporting an enabling environment for civic participation and rights-based governance.

   SCOPE OF WORK:

• Develop a comprehensive bilingual (Bangla and English) training module on civic space, data protection, citizen rights, digital security, and digital media literacy

• Design training materials, tools, and facilitation guides using adult learning and participatory methodologies

• Prepare a detailed one-day training agenda including session plans, objectives, and methodologies

• Integrate national laws, policies, international human rights standards, and practical case studies into the training content

• Conduct training sessions in 9 project districts with 20–25 participants in each session

• Facilitate interactive sessions including group discussions, case analysis, and problem-solving exercises

• Provide district-wise training reports following each session

• Prepare and submit a final completion report with key findings and recommendations

 DELIVERABLS 

• Detailed work plan.

• One-day bilingual training module on civic space, rights, data protection, and digital security.

• Training agenda with objectives, materials, and facilitation tools (Bangla and English).

• Training materials package including slides, handouts, and case studies.

• District-wise training reports based on sessions conducted and participant feedback.

• Pre- and post-training assessment tools and summary analysis.

• Final completion report with key findings, lessons learned, and recommendations.

EXPERTISE AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 10–15 years of relevant professional experience in training, facilitation, or capacity building

• Strong expertise in civic space, governance, human rights, data protection, and digital security

• Proven experience in developing training modules and materials for government and CSO stakeholders

• Experience working with government officials, law enforcement agencies, and civil society organizations

• Demonstrated skills in adult learning methodologies and participatory facilitation approaches

• Excellent communication and report writing skills in both Bangla and English

• Ability to work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders and adapt to diverse institutional contexts

Deadline of Application Submission: Individual consultant should send technical proposal including work plan, financial proposal including daily fee & other cost and CV along with a cover letter to recruitment.cpj@bracu.ac.bd 

by April 30, 2026 mentioning name of position in the subject line.

• CPJ is an equal opportunity employer and women are encouraged to apply

• Please note that only short-listed candidates will be called for interview