Officer / Senior Officer - Environmental and Social Compliance

Job Description

Title: Officer / Senior Officer - Environmental and Social Compliance

Company Name: Swisscontact Bangladesh

Vacancy: 1

Age: Na

Job Location: Dhaka

Salary: --

Experience:

• At least 2 years

At least a bachelor’s degree in any relevant discipline such as Economics, Development Studies, Environmental Science, or any other relevant social science subjects.

• At least 2 years

• Minimum 2 years of experience in the development sector.

• Proficient in MS Excel and excellent working knowledge of computer applications of mainly M. S. Office, such as Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.

• Ability to work productively in highly collaborative settings while also able to function independently.

• Demonstrate ability to manage complexity and to prioritise multiple tasks.

• Understanding of the RMG sector would be highly valued.

• Must be willing to work in a team to meet tight deadlines in a dynamic and fast-paced work environment.

• Strong analytical abilities with excellent written and verbal communication.

• Proficient in written and oral communication both in Bangla and English.

• Ability to communicate clearly with project beneficiaries and other target groups.

• Work with trustworthiness and integrity and is committed to Swisscontact`s core values.

• Demonstrate awareness and sensitivity to gender and diversity (including sensitivity towards differently able people).

• Demonstrate curiosity to learn and acquire knowledge from vastly different sources.

Swisscontact is currently implementing PROGRESS project that addresses skills development and environmental and social compliance needs of the RMG (Ready-Made Garments) sector. The project supports selected RMG factories in Bangladesh to skill and upskill their existing workers as well as improve the ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) standards.

Swisscontact is inviting applications from qualified candidates for the position of Officer/Senior Officer – Environmental and Social Compliance.

We are looking for a dynamic, innovative, and forward-thinking candidate who will support the Coordinator – Environmental & Social Compliance in the successful implementation of the project activities.

• Contract duration: Initial contract of one year with the possibility of further extension.

• Place of work: Dhaka, Bangladesh with regular visits to the project field locations within the country.

• Reports to: Coordinator – Environmental & Social Compliance