Project Manager - Soft Skills

Job Description

Title: Project Manager - Soft Skills

Company Name: CARE Bangladesh

Vacancy: 1

Age: Na

Job Location: Dhaka

Salary: Tk. 150000 (Monthly)

Experience:

• 5 to 6 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): NGO, Development Agency

Master’s degree in Business Administration, Development Studies, Economics, Social Sciences, or any related field.

• 5 to 6 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): NGO, Development Agency

• Strong academic foundation in areas related to economic development, gender inclusion, and program/project management.

• Strong track record of resource mobilization and donor relations.

• Proven ability to build and manage partnerships with private sector actors and CSR initiatives.

• Demonstrated expertise in project management and strategic leadership of market driven projects.

• Specialized coursework or certifications in entrepreneurship, private sector development, or workforce skills will be an added advantage.

• Direct experience working on women’s economic empowerment, skills development, or employment programs in Bangladesh.

• Familiarity on labor rights, market system and business development.

• Commitment to the values and principles of women`s leadership and rights-based programming.

• Minimum 5-6 years of experience in private sector engagement, entrepreneurship development, or facilitating market linkages within development programs.

• Strong understanding of gender dynamics, including issues of inequality and disparity, with demonstrated experience in engaging women, men, girls, and boys in inclusive economic growth initiatives.

• Proven knowledge of the development sector, including hands-on experience in program design, budget planning, and monitoring of project activities.

• Demonstrated experience in gender, social norms, climate justice, and women’s empowerment projects, with expertise in developing training curricula and modules.

• Proven track record of work in the community people specially with marginalized groups particularly women.

• Strong facilitation background including participatory planning, organizing and community mobilization.

• Good listener, willingness to mentorship, team player, and can perform well under pressure.

• Ability to coordinate with project partners, counterparts and other stakeholders.

• Good communication skill in both verbal and written in Bangla and English.

• Notable people-management skills, budgeting, budget management, project planning etc.

• Candidates should have excellent communication and analytical skills in both Bangla and English.

Project Name: Collective Impact on Future of work in Bangladesh

Location: Dhaka Office

Duration: Initially up to October 31, 2026 from the date of joining with a high possibility of extension based on fund availability & performance.

I. Job Summary:

Who are we?

As a global leader, CARE is shaping the future of the humanitarian and development sector. Each year, we deliver support and services to millions of people in over a hundred countries. We do this by focusing on our mission and living the values that drive our organization. A career at CARE is an opportunity to be part of a movement that brings communities together to solve complex problems and foster lasting change throughout the world. We seek individuals who are passionate about humanitarian and development work, collaborate well with others, embrace learning and innovation, and deliver results.

What it’s like to work at CARE?

CARE is a mission-driven international humanitarian aid and development organization that offers an opportunity to work with people across the world. Not a day will go by that you won’t learn something profound, meet an expert, or write a sentence that can change a life. We are committed to an environment where everyone can succeed.

Oporajita-The Collective Impact on Future of Work in Bangladesh (Phase II) builds on the successes of the initial phase, further strengthening the resilience of female workers in the ready-made garment (RMG) sector to navigate the evolving labor market. This phase will deepen and expand interventions to enhance women's ability to respond to workplace transformations, economic shocks, and social challenges. The project continues to contribute to CARE's broader dignified work for women economic justice, which focuses on improving working conditions, building worker capacity, and fostering an inclusive ecosystem within the RMG sector.

The Project Manager – Soft Skill will play a key role in fostering strategic partnerships with brands, industry leaders specially in RMG sector, Govt. and other key stakeholders to advance economic empowerment through skills development, and job placement (both self-employment and wage employment) initiatives under the Collective Impact on the Future of Work in Bangladesh project. This role will drive collaboration between the private sector and development initiatives, ensuring sustainable employment pathways, particularly for women. He/she will also support capacity-building efforts, facilitate market-driven solutions, and align project activities with evolving industry needs. The Project Manager will also lead the design and promotion of inclusive entrepreneurship models, enabling women to contribute in a sustainable business in the RMG value chain and beyond.

II. Responsibilities and Tasks:

Responsibility # 1: Lead and manage the operational planning and implementation for the leadership spaces and Green Transition Preparedness for Women Garment Worker : 30%

• Facilitate factory-based training on soft skills, green readiness, leadership development, and climate-resilient workplace preparation for women garment workers.
• Conduct specialized training sessions for factory management, human resources personnel, and line supervisors on Gender Equality and Social Inclusion practices and gender-responsive workplace policies.
• Develop and adapt training modules and innovative learning materials, including highly visual and interactive tools for non-literate and low-literate participants.
• Organize and facilitate on-the-job training and supervisory exposure programs with a focus on efficiency, adaptability, and eco-conscious workplace practices.
• Conduct aspiration workshops and coordinate aptitude testing to identify suitable candidates for advanced leadership training.
• Facilitate Training of Trainers sessions for factory personnel to build their capacity and ensure sustainability of training initiatives.
• Ensure consistent availability of logistics and materials for practice-based learning by workers with support from factory management.
• Organize graduation ceremonies to recognize and celebrate the achievements of workers who complete training programs.
• Prepare comprehensive training reports, participant profiles, pre-test and post-test assessments, and case studies documenting training impact and learnings.

Responsibility # 2: Lead the mentoring support for women’s career progression in leadership spaces within factory eco system: 20%

• Establish a women leadership forum consisting of industry leaders and management personnel, and organize roundtable discussions with industry experts to promote dialogue and strategic collaboration
• 2. Provide mentoring Session for selected RMG workers by the members of women leadership forum
• 3. Promote women leadership narratives via factory bulletin boards, short videos, and campaigns within community and factory

Responsibility # 3: Develop and Strengthen Private Sector Partnerships: 25%

• Establish and strengthen partnerships with private sector entities across RMG, manufacturing, and service industries to facilitate employment, up-skilling, and career advancement opportunities for project beneficiaries.
• Facilitate multi-stakeholder dialogues to align industry workforce demands with project interventions.
• Establish and manage Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) and strategic agreements with businesses for job placements, apprenticeships, and workplace-based learning.
• Advocate for gender-inclusive policies and safe, women-friendly workspaces within partner organizations.
• Leverage corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives to co-finance training, skills development, and job placement programs.

Responsibility # 4: Lead and support team in knowledge management, and Reporting

• Provide technical input in policy discussions related to future workforce needs, skills financing, and private sector engagement in development.
• Represent the project in industry forums, trade associations, and relevant networking platforms to enhance collaboration opportunities.
• Document best practices, lessons learned, and case studies on private sector engagement and workforce development.
• Prepare progress reports, impact assessments, and donor updates on private sector-related initiative.

General Responsibilities on Safety and Security, and Safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults

• As part of this role, the job holder must adhere to and support CARE Bangladesh’s Safety and Security policy and systems as part of their day-to-day duties and comply with safety & security protocols and directives, including reporting. Staff must maintain situational and self–awareness and be aware of the safety – security-related consequences of their actions upon themselves, their team, and the organization.
• CARE is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behavior at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity, and financial misconduct, and expects staff to promote the welfare of children, young people, and adults always. CARE expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our Code of Conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate this commitment are recruited to work with us.
• All CARE staff must uphold ethical standards, following codes of conduct to prevent abuse, including sexual harassment, exploitation, and neglect. Regular monitoring ensures accountability to uphold these principles and support our mission of social justice and poverty alleviation.

III. Reporting to: Directly report to the Team Leader.

IV. Working Condition: The position is based in CARE Bangladesh Dhaka.