Livelihood & Market Linkage Officer

Job Description

Title: Livelihood & Market Linkage Officer

Company Name: Caritas Bangladesh

Vacancy: 4

Age: Na

Job Location: Barguna (Barguna Sadar, Patharghata), Patuakhali (Kalapara, Rangabali)

Salary: Tk. 45000 (Monthly)

Experience:

• At least 5 years

• Bachelor’s degree  in Agriculture/Animal Husbandry/Veterinary Science or related field.

• At least 5 years

• Age: 25 - 45 years (as on 30/09/2024)

• Minimum five years of work experience within development sector focused on agriculture & market linkage.

• Technically sound in designing of training module on agriculture and livestock rearing.

• Prior experience working on Farmer Field School

• Good facilitation skills

• Good in written and spoken English and Bangla.

• Report writing skills

• Data analysis

• Computer and internet literacy

• Must have Interpersonal Skills (Leadership, Communication, Presentation, Teamwork)

• Caritas Bangladesh (CB) is a national and non-profit development organization operating in Bangladesh since 1967. It has its Central Office in Dhaka and eight Regional Offices in Barishal, Chattogram, Dhaka, Dinajpur, Khulna, Mymensingh, Rajshahi and Sylhet. CB is implementing 91 projects covering 201 focusing upazila on eight goals i.e i) Social Welfare and Service of Love for Vulnerable Communities; 2) Ecological Conservation, Climate Justice and Sustainable Food System; 3) Humanitarian Response and Disaster Management; 4) Education, Skill Development and Employment Creation; 5) Health Care, Nutrition and Education; 6) Development of Indigenous Peoples; 7) Integral Human Development; and 8) Institutional Development and Sustainability.

• Caritas Bangladesh (CB), Barishal Region, is seeking qualified candidates for immediate appointment to the following positions under the USAID’ Building Resilience and Inclusion in Disaster Governance and Emergencies- Bangladesh” (BRIDGE) project. These positions are based int Kalapara, Rangabali, Patharghata and Barguna Sadar Upazila, within the Barishal Division.

• Joining: 1/12/2024

• Reporting to: Project Coordinator

• Job Nature: Contractual/ Temporary

Major Job Responsibilities

• Facilitate CLDRM exercises for crop calendars and livelihood diversity mapping.

• Assist with value chain studies and develop climate-smart training manuals.

• Conduct capacity-building training on disaster-resilient crops, organic farming, and vermicomposting.

• Select farmers for demonstrations, distribute seeds, and provide technical support.

• Provide technical supports to run Community Farmers Field Schools, maintaining liaison with DAE.

• Connect farmers with government services and market systems.

• Develop micro-entrepreneurs and foster market linkages.

• Train farmers on improved poultry rearing and select/train local vaccinators.

• Support poultry farmers in accessing government services and market linkages.

• Organize livestock and agriculture fairs with local stakeholders

• Develop IEC materials and ensure livelihood and market linkage activities as per the DIP.

• Maintain strong relationships with government departments, local elites, and communities.

• Lead beneficiary selection for disaster-resilient practices and conduct post-distribution monitoring.

• Prepare reports, presentations, and case studies for MEAL and external stakeholders.

• Support external visits, address recommendations, and frequently travel to project sites.

• Train and guide the field team in protecting and improving livelihood assets.

• Perform additional duties assigned by the Upazila and Project Coordinators.

• Salary: BDT 45,000/-per month (negotiable for deserving candidates)

• Bonus: As per CB policy