Officer – Knowledge Management and Advocacy

Job Description

Title: Officer – Knowledge Management and Advocacy

Company Name: Eco-Social Development Organization (ESDO)

Vacancy: 1

Age: At most 45 years

Job Location: Kurigram, Kurigram (Nageshwari, Ulipur)

Salary: Tk. 43000 (Monthly)

Experience:

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

Master’s degree in Development Studies, Environmental Studies, Climate Change, Environmental Science and Disaster Management, Communication, Public Policy, Social Science, or a related field.

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

• Age At most 45 years

 Experience in climate change, disaster risk reduction, governance, migration, WASH, or resilience programmes will be an advantage.

 Proven experience in policy engagement, research documentation, and knowledge dissemination.

 Strong analytical and writing skills in English and Bangla.

 Experience in developing policy briefs, reports, and communication materials.

 Knowledge of advocacy processes and stakeholder engagement.

 Ability to synthesize complex information into clear knowledge products.

 Strong facilitation and coordination skills.

 Proficiency in MS Office and digital communication tools.

 Culturally sensitive and adaptable.

 Collaborative and respectful approach to partnership and localisation.

 High integrity and commitment to safeguarding.

 Ability to work under pressure and manage competing deadlines

Eco-Social Development Organization (ESDO) started its journey in 1988 with a noble vision to stand in solidarity with the poor and marginalized. Being a peoples' cantered organization, ESDO envisioned for a society which will be free from inequality and injustice, a society where no child will cry from hunger and no life will be ruined by poverty. Near about three decades of relentless efforts to make this happen, ESDO has embraced new grounds and opened up new horizons to help the disadvantaged and vulnerable people to bring meaningful and lasting changes in their lives. During this long span, ESDO has adapted with the changing situation and provided the most time-bound services especially for the poor and disadvantaged. A community focused and people cantered approach has been adapted by ESDO while consideration was given to the national policy and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as its guiding principle. ESDO is one of the most dynamic organizations expanding its development interventions across 408 upazilas under 53 districts of Bangladesh covering over 12 million poor and vulnerable people.

ESDO with technical support from HELVETAS Swiss Intercooperation Bangladesh is collaborating to implement the “Actions to Climate Change Ensuring Sustainable Solutions (ACCESS) Project” in the northern region of Bangladesh. This partnership aims to enhance capacities in adaptation, disaster risk management, climate-induced migration, water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH), livelihood, soil, and food security through mutual capacity-strengthening programs and knowledge-sharing activities. Together, they are exploring, pilot, and disseminate innovative technologies and methodologies while engaging in advocacy efforts to promote their adoption.

ESDO invites applications for the position titled Officer-Knowledge Management & Advocacy for the Actions to Climate Change Ensuring Sustainable Solutions (ACCESS) project. As an Officer-Knowledge Management & Advocacy, she/he will play a key role in mobilizing communities, strengthening local capacities through localization, and facilitating sustainable climate-resilient solutions. She/he will work closely with vulnerable and marginalized groups, ensuring inclusive participation and promoting sustainable livelihood practices.

According to project allocation