Job Description

Title: Deputy Program Coordinator

Company Name: Anando

Vacancy: --

Age: at most 45 years

Location: Dhaka

Minimum Salary: Tk. 78000 (Monthly)

Experience:
∎ At least 8 years
∎ The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s):NGO, Consulting Firms

Published: 5 May 2024

Education:
∎ Masters in any discipline, however Agriculture (Horticulture) is preferable.

Requirements:

Additional Requirements:
∎ Age at most 45 years
∎ Eight years working experience in NGO/INGO and among them three years’ experience as Deputy Program Coordinator or with similar positions
∎ Knowledge on program design and project cycle management.
∎ Knowledge and understanding on the issues of Livelihood and IGA, Rohingya Response,SMART Agriculture, integrated farming system, WASH, climate change, Capacity building, Advocacy etc.
∎ Previous experience of formation of and work with community institutions and CSOs.
∎ Ability to communicate with local level stakeholders including government departments, local govt. and civil society organizations.
∎ Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
∎ Good interpersonal skills and must be a team player.
∎ Performance management and staff development skills
∎ Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
∎ Experience in the sector of Agriculture, skill development, Livelihood, DRR and Climate change management and lively-hood
∎ Proven experience on quality report writing skills in English
∎ Exceptional written and verbal communications skills in English and Bengali
∎ Skills and experience in micro and macro advocacy initiatives, networking skills and capacity building;
∎ Previous experience of managing donor supported projects and rights and entitlements based projects will be an advantage
∎ Excellent computer skills in packages including Microsoft Word and Excel
∎ Ability to work independently and within a team;
∎ Highly motivated and willingness to travel across the country, participate in meetings even during weekends as and when necessary.
∎ Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.
∎ Interested and willing to work in tide schedule and under pressure
∎ Experience Requirements :
∎ Eight years working experience in NGO/INGO and among them three years’ experience as Deputy Program Coordinator or with similar positions
∎ Knowledge on program design and project cycle management.
∎ Knowledge and understanding on the issues of Livelihood and IGA, Rohingya Response,SMART Agriculture, integrated farming system, WASH, climate change, Capacity building, Advocacy etc.
∎ Previous experience of formation of and work with community institutions and CSOs.
∎ Ability to communicate with local level stakeholders including government departments, local govt. and civil society organizations.
∎ Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
∎ Good interpersonal skills and must be a team player.
∎ Performance management and staff development skills
∎ Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
∎ Job Requirements:
∎ Experience in the sector of Agriculture, skill development, Livelihood, DRR and Climate change management and lively-hood
∎ Proven experience on quality report writing skills in English
∎ Exceptional written and verbal communications skills in English and Bengali
∎ Skills and experience in micro and macro advocacy initiatives, networking skills and capacity building;
∎ Previous experience of managing donor supported projects and rights and entitlements based projects will be an advantage
∎ Excellent computer skills in packages including Microsoft Word and Excel
∎ Ability to work independently and within a team;
∎ Highly motivated and willingness to travel across the country, participate in meetings even during weekends as and when necessary.
∎ Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.
∎ Interested and willing to work in tide schedule and under pressure

Responsibilities & Context:
∎ Assisting the Program Coordinator (Head of Program): The deputy assists the Head of Program in overseeing and managing all aspects of the program. This may involve helping to develop program plans, implementation at the filed level, setting goals, and coordinating activities.
∎ Field Team Management: He/She may be responsible for managing and coordinating the activities of the program team members in consultation with Head of Program. This could involve assigning tasks, providing guidance and support, and ensuring that team members are working effectively towards program objectives.
∎ Communication and Coordination: Acting as a liaison between different stakeholders involved in the program, including team members, management and other departments within the organization. They ensure effective communication and coordination among all parties involved.
∎ Field Activities Monitoring: He/She plays a key role in monitoring the progress of the program and evaluating its effectiveness. Regularly conduct the field monitoring visit that involves tracking key performance indicators, analyzing data, and identifying areas for improvement with the coordination of MEAL Manager and Head of Program.
∎ Problem Solving: Addressing any issues or challenges that arise during the course of the program. This could involve resolving conflicts within the team, overcoming logistical hurdles, or adapting to changes in the program's environment with the consultation with the Executive Director and Head of Programs.
∎ Budget Management: Assisting in the management of the program budget, ensuring that resources are allocated effectively and that expenditures are within budgetary constraints.
∎ Risk Management: Identifying potential risks to the success of the program and implementing strategies to mitigate them. This could include developing contingency plans and monitoring external factors that could impact the program.
∎ Quality Assurance: Ensuring that the program meets quality standards and adheres to relevant regulations and guidelines. He/She may be involved in implementing quality control measures and conducting audits or reviews to assess program performance.
∎ Training and Development: Supporting the professional development of program team members by providing training opportunities, mentoring, and coaching as needed.
∎ Proposal Development and Reporting: Assist the team for concept note and proposal development. Preparing regular reports on the progress of the program for management and other stakeholders. This could include summarizing key achievements, challenges, and recommendations for future actions.
∎ ANANDO is a reputed national non-government organization working in Bangladesh since 1997 and the goal is the reduction of poverty by addressing sustainable livelihood development, women empowerment, climate change, water and sanitation, skill development,promotion of enterprise, and peacebuilding. ANANDO Programs are implemented in 8 districts (Tangail, Cox’s Bazer, Khagrachari, Gazipur, Jamalpur, Rangamati, Satkhira, and Chittagong)through 23 Projects/Branch Offices of which 16 offices are own establishment. At present the total beneficiaries of ANANDO is 56,334 households (Individuals: 296,344) of which more than 70% of beneficiaries are female. ANANDO is seeking application for the post of Deputy Program Coordinator.
∎ Immediate supervisor : Program Coordinator (Head of Program)
∎ Contract period : Regular
∎ Objectives of the position : The Deputy Program Coordinator is a senior staff of ANANDO and member of management Team. He/she assists the Head of Program in overseeing and managing all aspects of the program. He/She may be responsible for managing and coordinating all the activitiesat the field level. Develop concept note and preparingregular reports on the progress of the program for management and other stakeholders.
∎ Job Description / Responsibility :
∎ Assisting the Program Coordinator (Head of Program): The deputy assists the Head of Program in overseeing and managing all aspects of the program. This may involve helping to develop program plans, implementation at the filed level, setting goals, and coordinating activities.
∎ Field Team Management: He/She may be responsible for managing and coordinating the activities of the program team members in consultation with Head of Program. This could involve assigning tasks, providing guidance and support, and ensuring that team members are working effectively towards program objectives.
∎ Communication and Coordination: Acting as a liaison between different stakeholders involved in the program, including team members, management and other departments within the organization. They ensure effective communication and coordination among all parties involved.
∎ Field Activities Monitoring: He/She plays a key role in monitoring the progress of the program and evaluating its effectiveness. Regularly conduct the field monitoring visit that involves tracking key performance indicators, analyzing data, and identifying areas for improvement with the coordination of MEAL Manager and Head of Program.
∎ Problem Solving: Addressing any issues or challenges that arise during the course of the program. This could involve resolving conflicts within the team, overcoming logistical hurdles, or adapting to changes in the program's environment with the consultation with the Executive Director and Head of Programs.
∎ Budget Management: Assisting in the management of the program budget, ensuring that resources are allocated effectively and that expenditures are within budgetary constraints.
∎ Risk Management: Identifying potential risks to the success of the program and implementing strategies to mitigate them. This could include developing contingency plans and monitoring external factors that could impact the program.
∎ Quality Assurance: Ensuring that the program meets quality standards and adheres to relevant regulations and guidelines. He/She may be involved in implementing quality control measures and conducting audits or reviews to assess program performance.
∎ Training and Development: Supporting the professional development of program team members by providing training opportunities, mentoring, and coaching as needed.
∎ Proposal Development and Reporting: Assist the team for concept note and proposal development. Preparing regular reports on the progress of the program for management and other stakeholders. This could include summarizing key achievements, challenges, and recommendations for future actions.
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Compensation & Other Benefits:
∎ Monthly Gross salary : Taka upto BDT. 78,000/- (and BDT.84,500/- after successful completion of 6 months provision Period)
∎ Other admissible benefit : After completion of 6 months' probation period, other benefits (Provident Fund, Gratuity, Festival Bonus & other admissible benefits, mobile & internet bills) will be entitled as per organizational policy.
∎ Monthly Gross salary : Taka upto BDT. 78,000/- (and BDT.84,500/- after successful completion of 6 months provision Period)
∎ Other admissible benefit : After completion of 6 months' probation period, other benefits (Provident Fund, Gratuity, Festival Bonus & other admissible benefits, mobile & internet bills) will be entitled as per organizational policy.

Employment Status: Full Time

Job Location: Dhaka

Apply Procedure:

Email your CV:
∎ Send your CV to the given email anandojobs@yahoo.com

Hard Copy:
∎ Interested and motivated candidates must submit a CV with recent photograph and cover letter by e-mail to "anandojobs@yahoo.com" with subject "Application for the post of "Deputy Program Coordinator" or hard copy to
∎ The Executive Director, ANANDO, Address: 13A/4A (1st Floor), Babar Road, Block-B, Mohammadpur, Dhaka-1207
∎ Female are highly encouraged to apply

Company Information:
∎ Anando
∎ 13A/ 4A, Babar Road, Block-B (1st Floor) Mohammadpur, Dhaka-1207.

Address::
∎ 13A/ 4A, Babar Road, Block-B (1st Floor) Mohammadpur, Dhaka-1207.

Read Before Apply: Please apply only who are fulfilling all the requirements of this job

Application Deadline: 20 May 2024

Category: NGO/Development