Project Officer

Job Description

Title: Project Officer

Company Name: Centre for Disability in Development

Vacancy: --

Age: at most 45 years

Location: Dhaka (Savar)

Salary: Tk. 45000 - 50000 (Monthly)

Experience:
∎ 2 to 3 years
∎ The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s):NGO

Published: 9 Jan 2025

Education:
∎ Post Graduate degree in Social Science / Development Studies or any other subjects from reputed institute/university;
∎ Post Graduate degree in Social Science / Development Studies or any other subjects from reputed institute/university;

Requirements:

Additional Requirements:
∎ Age at most 45 years
∎ Ability to work effectively in teams and collaborate with staff at all levels;
∎ Willingness to learn, adapt, and embrace changes;
∎ Experience in working with partner organisations;
∎ Proven track record of implementing development projects;
∎ Well-organized with the ability to multitask;
∎ Strong communication skills in both English and Bangla (oral and written);
∎ Excellent computer literacy, with a strong command of Microsoft Office applications;
∎ Core Competencies: Staying focus, Strong Interpersonal Skills, Building Collaborative Relationships, Analytical Thinking, Result Oriented, time management, Problem Solving skills;
∎ 2–3 years of professional experience in disability-focused NGOs/INGOs, multilateral agencies, international organizations, or other NGOs/INGOs with involvement in disability-focused programs;
∎ Knowledge of disability-related issues, global developments, and cross-cutting themes;
∎ Experience in planning, implementation, monitoring, and financial management of development projects;
∎ Proven skills in training, coaching, and mentoring;
∎ Patient, adaptable, and capable of improvising while communicating clearly and effectively under pressure;
∎ Flexible and available for travel at short notice as required;
∎ Ability to work effectively within a team and in a matrix management structure;
∎ Standard report-writing skills in Bangla and English.
∎ Ability to work effectively in teams and collaborate with staff at all levels;
∎ Willingness to learn, adapt, and embrace changes;
∎ Experience in working with partner organisations;
∎ Proven track record of implementing development projects;
∎ Well-organized with the ability to multitask;
∎ Strong communication skills in both English and Bangla (oral and written);
∎ Excellent computer literacy, with a strong command of Microsoft Office applications;
∎ Core Competencies: Staying focus, Strong Interpersonal Skills, Building Collaborative Relationships, Analytical Thinking, Result Oriented, time management, Problem Solving skills;
∎ 2–3 years of professional experience in disability-focused NGOs/INGOs, multilateral agencies, international organizations, or other NGOs/INGOs with involvement in disability-focused programs;
∎ Knowledge of disability-related issues, global developments, and cross-cutting themes;
∎ Experience in planning, implementation, monitoring, and financial management of development projects;
∎ Proven skills in training, coaching, and mentoring;
∎ Patient, adaptable, and capable of improvising while communicating clearly and effectively under pressure;
∎ Flexible and available for travel at short notice as required;
∎ Ability to work effectively within a team and in a matrix management structure;
∎ Standard report-writing skills in Bangla and English.

Responsibilities & Context:
∎ Assist Partner Organizations (POs) in developing annual operational plans, Indicator Tracking Tables (ITTs), and training calendars;
∎ Support POs in achieving measurable outcomes that bring tangible, positive changes to the lives of children and youth with disabilities;
∎ Lead and oversee the effective implementation of POs' planned activities, ensuring high-quality and timely deliverables;
∎ Ensure the timely utilization of project resources by partner organizations;
∎ Compile and submit concise progress reports (both quantitative and qualitative) on a monthly, quarterly, or as-needed basis;
∎ Ensure clarity of roles and responsibilities among all PO staff and their ability to perform their assigned duties effectively;
∎ Monitor and guide PO staff in maintaining time sheets, monthly work plans, work records, meeting resolutions, and event reports;
∎ Facilitate training / workshop sessions as and when required;
∎ Manage the budget for partner organizations, including forecasting, expenditure tracking, and burn rate monitoring;
∎ Ensure PO expenditures are aligned with donor-approved budget lines and obtain necessary approvals;
∎ Communicate CDD's regulations and compliance guidelines effectively to all PO project staff;
∎ Provide oversight and support to POs to ensure high-quality deliverables and comprehensive, timely reporting;
∎ Networking among POs, other NGOs and relevant stakeholders;
∎ Adhere to CDD's Children and Adults at Risk Safeguarding policy, ensuring the safety and well-being of all project participants;
∎ Promote a safe and secure environment for all participants and stakeholders of the project;
∎ Report any safeguarding concerns promptly and follow the designated reporting procedures;
∎ Perform any other responsibility/ special duty delegated by project and CDD management.
∎ The Centre for Disability in Development (CDD) is a not for profit organization established in 1996 to develop a more inclusive society for persons with disabilities. CDD simultaneously builds technical capacities of the development stakeholders and the communities in how to be more inclusive whilst also enabling persons with a disability to participate in society by strengthening their leadership and providing them with essential rehabilitation and other supports.
∎ CDD is one of the most renowned organizations in the field of disability-inclusive development. CDD’s work in Bangladesh is supported by international and national donor agencies/development partners. CDD offers an inclusive, amicable, and respectable work environment.
∎ The Ramon Magsaysay Award (Asian version of the Noble prize) has been awarded to its Executive Director in 2010. In 2018, CDD was recognized by the Government of Bangladesh as one of the best organizations working on disability and development issues.
∎ CDD is accepting application for the position of Project Officer (only for female) under the project named ‘The Meaningful Participation and Inclusion of Children and Youths with Disabilities in All Domains of CBR’, supported by Liliane Fonds. The duration of the project is till 31st December 2029.
∎ Only Female candidates are encourage to apply for this position.
∎ Job Description:
∎
∎ Project-specific Responsibilities:
∎ Assist Partner Organizations (POs) in developing annual operational plans, Indicator Tracking Tables (ITTs), and training calendars;
∎ Support POs in achieving measurable outcomes that bring tangible, positive changes to the lives of children and youth with disabilities;
∎ Lead and oversee the effective implementation of POs' planned activities, ensuring high-quality and timely deliverables;
∎ Ensure the timely utilization of project resources by partner organizations;
∎ Compile and submit concise progress reports (both quantitative and qualitative) on a monthly, quarterly, or as-needed basis;
∎ Ensure clarity of roles and responsibilities among all PO staff and their ability to perform their assigned duties effectively;
∎ Monitor and guide PO staff in maintaining time sheets, monthly work plans, work records, meeting resolutions, and event reports;
∎ Facilitate training / workshop sessions as and when required;
∎ Manage the budget for partner organizations, including forecasting, expenditure tracking, and burn rate monitoring;
∎ Ensure PO expenditures are aligned with donor-approved budget lines and obtain necessary approvals;
∎ Communicate CDD's regulations and compliance guidelines effectively to all PO project staff;
∎ Provide oversight and support to POs to ensure high-quality deliverables and comprehensive, timely reporting;
∎ Networking among POs, other NGOs and relevant stakeholders;
∎
∎ Safeguarding Responsibilities:
∎ Adhere to CDD's Children and Adults at Risk Safeguarding policy, ensuring the safety and well-being of all project participants;
∎ Promote a safe and secure environment for all participants and stakeholders of the project;
∎ Report any safeguarding concerns promptly and follow the designated reporting procedures;
∎
∎ Additional Responsibilities:
∎ Perform any other responsibility/ special duty delegated by project and CDD management.
∎
∎ Job Context:
∎ The Centre for Disability in Development (CDD) is a not for profit organization established in 1996 to develop a more inclusive society for persons with disabilities. CDD simultaneously builds technical capacities of the development stakeholders and the communities in how to be more inclusive whilst also enabling persons with a disability to participate in society by strengthening their leadership and providing them with essential rehabilitation and other supports.
∎ CDD is one of the most renowned organizations in the field of disability-inclusive development. CDD’s work in Bangladesh is supported by international and national donor agencies/development partners. CDD offers an inclusive, amicable, and respectable work environment.
∎ The Ramon Magsaysay Award (Asian version of the Noble prize) has been awarded to its Executive Director in 2010. In 2018, CDD was recognized by the Government of Bangladesh as one of the best organizations working on disability and development issues.
∎ CDD is accepting application for the position of Project Officer (only for female) under the project named ‘The Meaningful Participation and Inclusion of Children and Youths with Disabilities in All Domains of CBR’, supported by Liliane Fonds. The duration of the project is till 31st December 2029.
∎ Only Female candidates are encourage to apply for this position.

Compensation & Other Benefits:
∎ T/A, Mobile bill, Weekly 2 holidays
∎ Prorata basis Festival Bonus
∎ Limited Life and Health Insurance Coverage
∎ Prorata basis Festival Bonus
∎ Limited Life and Health Insurance Coverage

Workplace:
∎ Work at office

Employment Status: Contractual

Gender:
∎ Only Female

Job Location: Dhaka (Savar)

Read Before Apply:

• CDD respects rights and dignity of all human beings including children, women, older persons, all sex, indigenous community and persons with disabilities. CDD complies with its child and vulnerable adult safeguarding policy and code of conduct. All staff of CDD must sign and adhere to this code of conduct.

• Women, Persons with Disabilities and candidates from indigenous communities meeting the requirements are especially encouraged to apply.

• CDD reserves the right to initiate interviews and the selection process with the aim of identifying an appropriate candidate as quickly as possible. Only short-listed candidates will be called for interview. All applications will be treated according to the merit and with strict confidentiality.

• You are cordially requested not to apply if the salary range, job location, contract duration and other terms and conditions mentioned in the advertisement does not match your expectation.

• CDD is an equal opportunity employer. Any form of personal persuasion, e-mail or phone call will result in disqualification of candidature.

• Selected candidates will have to go through a rigorous reference and background checking process.

Company Information:
∎ Centre for Disability in Development
∎ A-18/6, Genda, Savar, Dhaka-1340
∎ www.cdd.org.bd
∎ The Centre for Disability in Development (CDD) is a not for profit organization established in 1996 to develop a more inclusive society for persons with a disability. CDD`s mission is to address this by simultaneously educating the community in how to be more inclusive whilst also enabling persons with a disability to participate in society by providing them with essential supports. In this way persons with disabilities can be given the same rights, freedoms, dignity and quality of life as everyone else. CDD respects rights and dignity of all human beings including children, women and persons with disabilities . All staff members of CDD must sign a Child safeguarding Code of Conduct.

Address::
∎ A-18/6, Genda, Savar, Dhaka-1340
∎ www.cdd.org.bd
∎ The Centre for Disability in Development (CDD) is a not for profit organization established in 1996 to develop a more inclusive society for persons with a disability. CDD`s mission is to address this by simultaneously educating the community in how to be more inclusive whilst also enabling persons with a disability to participate in society by providing them with essential supports. In this way persons with disabilities can be given the same rights, freedoms, dignity and quality of life as everyone else. CDD respects rights and dignity of all human beings including children, women and persons with disabilities . All staff members of CDD must sign a Child safeguarding Code of Conduct.

Application Deadline: 22 Jan 2025

Category: NGO/Development