Field Coordinator

Job Description

Title: Field Coordinator

Company Name: United Purpose

Vacancy: 3

Age: Na

Job Location: Chattogram, Cox`s Bazar, Feni

Salary: Tk. 51794 (Monthly)

Experience:

• At least 3 years

• Minimum a bachelor’s degree in social science, development studies, or a related field (master’s preferred).

• At least 3 years

• Project: Walk for Life (WFL): Protecting and Supporting Children with Clubfoot to overcome Physical and Social Challenges Project

• Number of positions: 3 (Chattogram-1, Feni-1 & Cox’s Bazar-1)

• Contract type: Fixed Term (Project duration: 7 months initially), but may be extendable upon satisfactory performance and availability of funds.

• Hours: Full time

• Reports to: Project Lead, Walk for Life (WFL): Protecting and Supporting Children with Clubfoot to overcome Physical and Social Challenges Project

• Grade: IV

Organisation overview:

• Self Help Africa (SHA) and United Purpose (UP) merged in late 2021 to implement projects to end extreme hunger and poverty in 17 countries, mainly in sub-Saharan Africa. The merger doubled its size and reach, with SHA implementing poverty eradication projects in 17 countries in 2022. The group includes social enterprise subsidiaries Partner Africa, TruTrade, and Cumo Microfinance. In 2022, SHA will reach over six million people and invest €45m in over 100 development programs to improve food systems, access to markets, financial services, climate change, gender inequality, and access to clean water, sanitation, and hygiene.

Job Purpose:

• The "Walk for Life" (WFL) project, implemented by United Purpose Bangladesh and funded by MiracleFeet, aims to improve access to sustainable and comprehensive clubfoot treatment. The project addresses physical and social challenges faced by children with clubfoot by covering essential clinic costs, raising community awareness, and enhancing clinical training on the Ponseti method. Key activities include supporting physiotherapists and treatment materials, organizing outreach events and home visits, and providing specialized training to healthcare providers. Additionally, the project strengthens monitoring and evaluation through mobile technology and fosters partnerships with local authorities and global stakeholders. By expanding Ponseti treatment clinics, advocating for sustainable support, and increasing public awareness, the WFL project strives to make clubfoot care accessible, affordable, and inclusive, improving the health and social integration of affected children in Bangladesh.

• The Field Coordinator will play a vital role in implementing and coordinating the activities of the Walk for Life (WFL) project in the assigned districts. The responsibilities include liaising with local health service providers, Ponseti physiotherapists, and clubfoot care clinics, as well as supporting community engagement, clinical training, organising campaigns and advocacy events, and facilitating collaborations with stakeholders to enhance access to clubfoot treatment and ensure sustainability. The role will also assist the Project Lead, CAST Coordinator, and M&E team in facilitating project activities, and in fostering coordination and networking with stakeholders.

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• BDT 51,794.00 Per Month including all fringe benefits