Field Officer (FO)

Job Description

Title: Field Officer (FO)

Company Name: Films 4 Peace Foundation

Vacancy: --

Location: Cox's Bazar (Pekua)

Minimum Salary: Negotiable

Experience:
∎ 1 to 2 years
∎ The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s):NGO

Published: 4 Nov 2024

Education:
∎ Minimum Bachelor's degree in relevant disciplines such as Social Sciences, Development Studies, or Migration Studies.
∎ Minimum Bachelor's degree in relevant disciplines such as Social Sciences, Development Studies, or Migration Studies.

Requirements:

Additional Requirements:
∎ At least 1-2 years of relevant work experience, preferably in community development, migration, or peacebuilding sectors.
∎ Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse communities.
∎ Knowledge: Familiarity with migration issues and working knowledge of local service providers (e.g., TTC, BMET, DEMO) will be an added advantage.
∎ Commitment: Willingness to travel to field locations and work in a challenging environment.
∎ At least 1-2 years of relevant work experience, preferably in community development, migration, or peacebuilding sectors.
∎ Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse communities.
∎ Knowledge: Familiarity with migration issues and working knowledge of local service providers (e.g., TTC, BMET, DEMO) will be an added advantage.
∎ Commitment: Willingness to travel to field locations and work in a challenging environment.

Responsibilities & Context:
∎ Community Engagement: Conduct regular field visits and actively engage with Grievance Management Committee (GMC) members and local stakeholders.
∎ Migration Information Support: Operate the Migration Information Booth to assist migrants in accessing safe migration information, connecting them with relevant service providers like TTC, BMET, and DEMO.
∎ Case Management: Maintain accurate records of cases, assist in resolving migrant disputes in collaboration with GMC members, and ensure proper documentation and reporting.
∎ Collaboration: Work closely with the Communication Officer, Program Officer, and Project Coordinator to organize meetings, trainings, and community awareness activities.
∎ Logistical Support: Assist in the logistical coordination of project activities, such as workshops and awareness sessions in the field.
∎ Other Duties: Undertake additional tasks as required by the organization's management to support overall project objectives.
∎ Contract Duration: Until March 2026
∎ Job Location: Chokoria & Pekua Upazilas, Cox's Bazar.
∎ About Us:
∎ Films 4 Peace Foundation (F4PF) is a national peacebuilding organization, founded in 2010, committed to fostering a peaceful, inclusive, and sustainable society in Bangladesh. Our work focuses on empowering youth, artists, and communities to combat various forms of violence and conflict through artistic activism, research, and strategic communications.
∎ We believe that peace is not just a concept but a practical, achievable goal that can be realized through local action. By working closely with communities, we aim to rebuild trust and cooperation, empowering people with the skills and resources to lead non-violent, peaceful lives. With a strong track record of success in peacebuilding and human rights advocacy, we are deeply committed to continuing our mission of fostering peace and justice for all.
∎ About the Project:
∎ The "Promoting Effective, Responsive, and Inclusive Governance in Bangladesh (PERI)" project, supported by The Asia Foundation and the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), aims to strengthen the Grievance Management Committee (GMC) and resolve cases involving migrant workers who have been victims of fraud or exploitation. The project focuses on empowering vulnerable communities and ensuring justice for migrants, operating in Chokoria, Shaharbil Union, and Pekua in Cox's Bazar.
∎ As a Field Officer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the success of the project by working closely with GMC members, local authorities, and migrant workers, providing critical support and information for safe migration processes.
∎ Responsibilities:
∎ Community Engagement: Conduct regular field visits and actively engage with Grievance Management Committee (GMC) members and local stakeholders.
∎ Migration Information Support: Operate the Migration Information Booth to assist migrants in accessing safe migration information, connecting them with relevant service providers like TTC, BMET, and DEMO.
∎ Case Management: Maintain accurate records of cases, assist in resolving migrant disputes in collaboration with GMC members, and ensure proper documentation and reporting.
∎ Collaboration: Work closely with the Communication Officer, Program Officer, and Project Coordinator to organize meetings, trainings, and community awareness activities.
∎ Logistical Support: Assist in the logistical coordination of project activities, such as workshops and awareness sessions in the field.
∎ Other Duties: Undertake additional tasks as required by the organization's management to support overall project objectives.
∎ Why Join Us?
∎ By joining Films 4 Peace Foundation, you will be part of a dynamic team working to address critical migration and human rights issues at the grassroots level. You will gain hands-on experience in community engagement and peacebuilding, with opportunities to make a meaningful impact on the lives of vulnerable populations. If you are passionate about fostering peace, promoting justice, and ensuring fair treatment for migrants, we encourage you to apply and join us in creating a peaceful and inclusive society.

Employment Status: Full Time

Job Location: Cox's Bazar (Pekua)

Read Before Apply:

Send your application with a cover letter to [email protected], addressing the Executive Director of Films 4 Peace Foundation. Please include "Application for Field Officer, PERI Project, Films 4 Peace Foundation" in the subject line.

Submit an updated resume along with a recent photograph.

Application documents should be submitted in .doc or .pdf format (no scanned copies).

Apply Procedure:

Email your CV:
∎ Send your CV to the given email [email protected]

Company Information:
∎ Films 4 Peace Foundation
∎ Vision Tower, House 28, Block –E, Sector-2 Aftabnagar Main Road, Jahurul Islam Ave, Aftabnagar , Dhaka 1212
∎ https://films4peace.org/
∎ Films 4 Peace Foundation is a non-profit organization under the Societies Registration Act, 1860. Registration No. S-12727. This is a unique peace buiding orgnisation based in Bangladesh dedicated to promote a peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development. Films 4 Peace (F4P) empowers youth and the community to make a difference in Bangladesh. We use art, innovation, and research to tackle violence and build a more peaceful future.


Address::
∎ Vision Tower, House 28, Block –E, Sector-2 Aftabnagar Main Road, Jahurul Islam Ave, Aftabnagar , Dhaka 1212
∎ https://films4peace.org/
∎ Films 4 Peace Foundation is a non-profit organization under the Societies Registration Act, 1860. Registration No. S-12727. This is a unique peace buiding orgnisation based in Bangladesh dedicated to promote a peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development. Films 4 Peace (F4P) empowers youth and the community to make a difference in Bangladesh. We use art, innovation, and research to tackle violence and build a more peaceful future.

Application Deadline: 15 Nov 2024

Category: NGO/Development