Job Description

Title: Environmental, Social & Climate Resilient Expert, Economic Acceleration and Resilience (EARN)Project

Company Name: BRAC

Vacancy: --

Location: Anywhere in Bangladesh

Experience:
∎ At least 10 years
∎ The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s):NGO

Published: 24 Dec 2024

Education:
∎ Master of Development Studies (MDS) in Development Studies

Requirements:

Additional Requirements:
∎ Minimum 10 years of experience in environmental, social, and climate resilience roles within international NGOs or relevant development agencies, demonstrating a proven track record in these areas.
∎ Expertise in Environmental and Social Management Framework (ESMF), including preparing site-specific Environmental and Social Management Plans (ESMPs) for VLTCs, and integrating safeguards into project development.
∎ Proven ability to monitor and evaluate the implementation of environmental and social mitigation measures, prepare detailed reports on safeguard risks, and ensure timely resolution of issues.
∎ Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the capacity to effectively address complex or sensitive issues with stakeholders at all levels, and to lead spot checks and ensure compliance with safeguards policies.
∎ Extensive knowledge of climate change risks and policies, including global, regional, and national strategies, and the ability to develop and implement climate resilience strategies and adaptations.
∎ Excellent organizational skills and proficiency in preparing comprehensive reports, with the ability to prioritize tasks, multitask, and work independently under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities & Context:
∎ Prepare and implement Environmental and Social Management Plans (ESMPs) specific to Village Level Training Centers (VLTCs), ensuring adherence to environmental and social standards.
∎ Develop and apply climate-proofing strategies for VLTCs by creating and enforcing protocols that incorporate climate resilience into facility planning and construction.
∎ Ensure the use of climate-friendly materials and equipment in VLTCs, promoting sustainable practices and reducing environmental impact.
∎ Collaborate with the curriculum development unit to integrate climate adaptive technologies into training materials for various trades, ensuring relevance and effectiveness.
∎ Develop and disseminate training materials focused on climate change risks and resilience, targeting students, instructors, and community members to enhance awareness and skills.
∎ Incorporate climate resilience into Social, Emotional, and Behavioral (SEB) skills and Enterprise Development Training (EDT) by addressing the impacts of climate change and promoting sustainable business practices.
∎ Facilitate training on climate resilience in business and employment, equipping stakeholders with knowledge and skills to adapt to climate-related challenges.
∎ Create guidelines for climate-resilient production modalities, providing clear protocols for sustainable and adaptive practices in the promotion of green skill building.
∎ Monitor and review national and international advancements in climate change science, adaptation, and resilience, ensuring the integration of the latest innovations into project practices in alignment with national plans such as Bangladesh Delta Plan 2100, National Adaptation Plan (NAP), Bangladesh Prosperity Plans, etc.
∎ Oversee environmental compliance through regular site visits, report reviews, and collaboration with third-party assessments to ensure project activities meet environmental standards.
∎ Implement the safeguarding policy to establish a safeguarding culture across all levels of the programme. Act as a key source of support, guidance, and expertise on safeguarding to establish a safe working environment.
∎ Responsible for ensuring team members are appropriately trained supported and have access to resources regarding issues that are identified and actioned in accordance with the safeguarding policy and procedure.
∎ Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place, and encourage others to do so.
∎ Location will be announced after the project is awarded.
∎ We are looking for a dynamic and experienced individual to take on the role of Environmental, Social and Climate Resilient Expert, for our 'Economic Acceleration and Resilience for NEET (EARN)' project. We are currently inviting expressions of interest for this role, which is expected to commence in the second half of 2024 and will continue for four years.
∎ The Ministry of Youth and Sports (MoYS), in collaboration with the World Bank (WB), is implementing the 48-month Economic Acceleration and Resilience (EARN) project to engage NEET (not in education, employment, or training) youth, with a special focus on women, in rural and semi-urban areas of Bangladesh. The project aims to economically empower NEET youth through education, skills development, employment, and enterprise support. It provides women-centric facilities, enhances employability by building employer linkages, and offers upskilling in Socio-Emotional Behavior (SEB) and Entrepreneur Development (ED). Additionally, incubation support for employment and entrepreneurship will be provided. To ensure the inclusion of women and underserved groups, the project will create an enabling environment through awareness-raising, community engagement, family-based planning, and monitoring. A total of 250 Upazilas have been selected for the project.
∎ The Environmental, Social and Climate Resilient Expert will design and implement youth development interventions at the field level, ensuring effective engagement and social inclusion strategies in collaboration with the Project Head. This role includes developing and executing inclusive programmes, coordinating with local communities and stakeholders, and integrating practices that promote youth empowerment. Additionally, the position will work to enhance programme impact, monitor progress, and address challenges to achieve project goals related to youth and social inclusion.
∎ Responsibilities:
∎ Prepare and implement Environmental and Social Management Plans (ESMPs) specific to Village Level Training Centers (VLTCs), ensuring adherence to environmental and social standards.
∎ Develop and apply climate-proofing strategies for VLTCs by creating and enforcing protocols that incorporate climate resilience into facility planning and construction.
∎ Ensure the use of climate-friendly materials and equipment in VLTCs, promoting sustainable practices and reducing environmental impact.
∎ Collaborate with the curriculum development unit to integrate climate adaptive technologies into training materials for various trades, ensuring relevance and effectiveness.
∎ Develop and disseminate training materials focused on climate change risks and resilience, targeting students, instructors, and community members to enhance awareness and skills.
∎ Incorporate climate resilience into Social, Emotional, and Behavioral (SEB) skills and Enterprise Development Training (EDT) by addressing the impacts of climate change and promoting sustainable business practices.
∎ Facilitate training on climate resilience in business and employment, equipping stakeholders with knowledge and skills to adapt to climate-related challenges.
∎ Create guidelines for climate-resilient production modalities, providing clear protocols for sustainable and adaptive practices in the promotion of green skill building.
∎ Monitor and review national and international advancements in climate change science, adaptation, and resilience, ensuring the integration of the latest innovations into project practices in alignment with national plans such as Bangladesh Delta Plan 2100, National Adaptation Plan (NAP), Bangladesh Prosperity Plans, etc.
∎ Oversee environmental compliance through regular site visits, report reviews, and collaboration with third-party assessments to ensure project activities meet environmental standards.
∎ Implement the safeguarding policy to establish a safeguarding culture across all levels of the programme. Act as a key source of support, guidance, and expertise on safeguarding to establish a safe working environment.
∎ Responsible for ensuring team members are appropriately trained supported and have access to resources regarding issues that are identified and actioned in accordance with the safeguarding policy and procedure.
∎ Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place, and encourage others to do so.

Workplace:
∎ Work at office

Employment Status: Full Time

Job Location: Anywhere in Bangladesh

Company Information:
∎ BRAC
∎ BRAC Centre, 75 Mohakhali, Dhaka-1212
∎ 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.

Address::
∎ BRAC Centre, 75 Mohakhali, Dhaka-1212
∎ 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.

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

Application Deadline: 15 Jan 2025

Category: NGO/Development