Market Facilitator-Livelihood

Job Description

Title: Market Facilitator-Livelihood

Company Name: Pulse Bangladesh Society

Vacancy: 1

Age: At least 25 years

Job Location: Cox`s Bazar (Teknaf)

Salary: Tk. 60000 (Monthly)

Experience:

• 3 to 5 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): NGO

• Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Marketing

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, or Social Sciences.

• 3 to 5 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): NGO

• Age At least 25 years

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in market facilitation, private sector engagement, and e-commerce platforms, preferably in Cox’s Bazar context.

• Prior experience in tailoring and dressmaking product markets will be an advantage.

• Strong skills in coordination, negotiation, and communication.

• Ability to prepare clear documentation and donor-focused reports.

• High level of Competency in MS Office Package and web-based tools for project management

• Language Preference

• Proficiently in reading, writing and speaking in English , Bengali and Chittagong language

• Maintaining Neutrality:

• Prohibition of Political Activities in the Workplace to Uphold Professionalism and Integrity. To ensure a professional and unbiased work environment, it is imperative that all staff members refrain from engaging in any political activities during their employment. This stateme nt is in place to maintain the integrity of Pulse BD and to uphold the principle of neutrality in the workplace. By adhering to this statement (Maintaining Neutrality), employees demonstrate their commitment to their roles and responsibilities within the organization, focusing solely on their job duties and contributing to the overall success of the organization. Engaging in political activities during working hours, on public holidays, weekends, or using organizational resources and social media is strictly prohibited and may lead to disciplinary action. It is essential for all staff members to prioritize their professional duties and responsibilities above personal political affiliations to maintain a harmonious and productive work environment.

• Statement on Standard of Professional Conduct and Commitment to Gender Equality & Equal Opportunity.

• Pulse BD is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of professional conduct while ensuring a robust commitment to gender equality and equal opportunity. Pulse BD recognize that each member's behavior and actions reflect on the organization and its mission. Therefore, we are committed to maintaining integrity, respect, and accountability in all our work. This includes treating all individuals with dignity, taking responsibility for our actions, safeguarding confidentiality, and adhering to organizational policies and legal requirements. Additionally, Pulse BD is devoted to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone has equal access to opportunities, ensuring fairness and unbiased decision-making, advocating for gender equality, and continuously enhancing our understanding of diversity and inclusion. Our goal is to positively contribute to and support a work environment that is both ethical and equitable.

• Safeguarding and PSEA:

• Ensure the safety of team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment and exploitation to achieve the programme’s goals on safeguarding and PSEA implementation. Act as a key source of support, guidance and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment. Practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action.

Reported To: Project Coordinator

Position Summary

The Market Facilitator will lead market engagement activities to strengthen product businesses, connect producers with buyers, and ensure timely production and delivery of orders. The role requires strong coordination, negotiation, and communication skills to facilitate private sector partnerships, promote tailoring and dressmaking products, and document results for donor reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess products, skills and capacity of the women producers

• Identify and engage buyers; facilitate B2B interactions and negotiate orders following the product, skills and capacity of the producers

• Capture and record order details (product type, specifications, sample collection, quantity, price, and delivery schedule)

• Responsible for daily order and selling target to clients and buyers.

• Translate orders into production plans, including costing, materials, and timelines

• Form and coordinate producer groups based on skills and capacity

• Allocate tasks across production stages (cutting, stitching, finishing, quality control)

• Track production progress to ensure adherence to targets and deadlines

• Develop designer/cutting masters for design refinement, pattern development, and precision cutting

• Manage sample development, approval processes, and alignment with final outputs

• Arrange timely and cost-efficient sourcing of fabrics and accessories through reliable suppliers

• Supervise finishing, packaging, and delivery while resolving production or quality issues

• Facilitate clear payment arrangements and ensure timely transactions

• Attend fairs by coordination with Livelihoods and Skill Development Sectors (LSDs) in Cox’s Bazar

• Maintain systematic records of buyers, orders, production status, and payments; provide regular reports,

• Prepare progress reports, lessons learned, and success stories

Deliverables

• Number of product businesses established.

• Number of producers and buyers identified and engaged.

• Orders generated and documented (type, quantity, value).

• Number of samples developed and approved.

• Orders produced and delivered on time.

• Target vs. achievement against production and sales.

• Final report with results and recommendations.

• Gross Salary: BDT 60,000 per month