Deputy Manager, Meteorology; Climate Change Programme (Project Staff)

Job Description

Title: Deputy Manager, Meteorology; Climate Change Programme (Project Staff)

Company Name: BRAC

Vacancy: --

Age: Na

Job Location: Anywhere in Bangladesh

Salary: Negotiable

Experience:

• At least 2 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): NGO, Healthcare/Lifestyle product, Healthcare Startup

• Masters

• Master in Metrology/ Climatology or any relevant subject.

• At least 2 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): NGO, Healthcare/Lifestyle product, Healthcare Startup

• GIS and Remote sensing;

• Proposal and report writing;

• Supervision of field operations;

• Networking skills

Experience:

• Minimum 02 years of work experience on meteorological and climatic data management and development interventions.

BRAC is an international development organisation founded in Bangladesh that partners with over 100 million people living with inequality and poverty globally to create sustainable opportunities to realise potential. Working at BRAC is not like any other job. It is a platform where you can bring about real change for people who need it the most. We are not just dreaming of a better world; we are building it. Join us to find the way.

The BRAC Climate Change Programme (CCP) supports communities to develop their capacity to adapt to climate change and improve their resilience to climate change, as well as supporting communities and organisations to reduce their climate change impact. Eager to make a difference and help communities to tackle climate change? Work with us to protect resources, improving quality of life and raise awareness, while providing people with access to the tools and knowledge to adapt and respond to adverse climatic impacts and adopt sustainable practices. Working at BRAC is not like any other job. It is a platform where you can bring about real change for people who need it the most. We are not just dreaming of a better world; we are building it. Join us to find the way.

About the Project:

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) partnered with BRAC, initiated “Jameel Observatory Climate Resilient Early Warning System Network (JO-CREWSnet)” - an integrated decision-support system that will empower frontline vulnerable communities to proactively adapt to climate change. JO-CREWSnet puts cutting-edge climate forecasting technology directly into the hands of individuals; to show how future climate and extreme weather patterns will impact their lives. This technology, combined with access to innovative power, water, agriculture and financing services, will empower families, communities and government agencies to make and implement informed, proactive decisions about how to adapt to this changing world.

The project locations are (I). Munshiganj Union, Shyamnagar Upazila, Satkhira District, (ii). Baradal Union, Assashuni Upazila, Satkhira District, and (iii). Satbaria Union, Keshabpur Upazila, Jashore District; and the project focus areas are, 1. Housing & Shelters: Systems analysis for multi-use, multi-purpose shelters from intensifying cyclones and heat stress, 2. Water Security Improving access to potable water through rain water harvesting and desalination techniques, 3. Agriculture and Livelihoods: Assessment of climate impacts on land use and farming decisions, incorporation of new climate science findings in proactive community adaptation efforts. A virtual platform that is designed to connect JO-CREWSnet principal investigators and researchers with policy makers and planners at key civil-service institutions in Bangladesh. The Adaptation Center (AC) is envisioned to interact closely with planners in Bangladesh to empower them to achieve effective and proactive climate-change adaptation in southwest Bangladesh and at the national level. This project will end by June 2027.

Job Purpose:

We are seeking a dynamic Deputy Manager, Meteorology to support our JO-CREWSnet under Climate Change Programme. This role is responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting meteorological data and climate model scenarios to develop a comprehensive understanding of location-specific weather and climate conditions. The incumbent will assess weather patterns, climate variability, and forecast trends to enable evidence-based planning and informed decision-making. Based on these analyses, the Deputy Manager will generate and disseminate timely, location-specific agrometeorological advisory services aimed at enhancing agricultural productivity, reducing climate-related risks, and promoting sustainable farming practices.

Job Description:

• Collect meteorological and climate data from reliable sources, including satellites, monitoring stations, field observations, and national/international agencies.

• Analyze weather and climate data using scientific tools and methodologies to generate accurate forecasts and climate projections.

• Translate data into actionable short-term weather predictions and long-term climate outlooks to support community preparedness and planning.

• Communicate complex weather and climate information clearly, draft advisories, technical reports, articles, and official documentation.

• Stay updated on the latest research, climate trends, and scientific findings, keeping teams informed for evidence-based implementation

SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure the safety of team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment and exploitation to achieve the programme’s goals on safeguarding implementation. Act as a key source of support, guidance and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment.

• Practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action.

• Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place, encourage others to do so.

• Festival Bonus and others as per policy