Project Officer - Gender and Social Inclusion

Job Description

Title: Project Officer - Gender and Social Inclusion

Company Name: SHEBA MANAB KALLYAN KENDRA-SMKK

Vacancy: 1

Age: Na

Job Location: Barguna, Barishal, Patuakhali

Salary: --

Experience:

• At least 5 years

Master’s degree in Gender Studies, Social Work, or related fields.

• At least 5 years

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in gender and social inclusion projects.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong analytical and communication skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups.

• Experience in training and capacity-building.

Other Requirements:

• Familiarity with gender policies and frameworks.

• Understanding of local cultural dynamics affecting gender issues.

• Commitment to promoting gender equality and social justice.

• Willingness to travel to project sites for fieldwork.

Caution: Any personal persuasion phone-call will result in disqualification of candidature.

About SMKK

SHEBA MANAB KALLYAN KENDRA (SMKK) is a non-profit, non-political, non-governmental humanitarian nexus organization established in January 1996. Committed to serving underprivileged populations across Bangladesh, SMKK focuses on areas such as climate resilience, poverty alleviation, gender equality, women empowerment, humanitarian and emergency response, agriculture, WASH, health and nutrition, education, skill development, human rights and good governance, private sector engagement and organizational development.

Currently, SMKK, in partnership with GFA Consulting Group GmbH (GFA) and supported by the CEF include the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC), the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and Global Affairs Canada (GAC), is implementing the "Strengthening Civic Engagement and Gender Equality in Climate-Vulnerable Communities" (NAGARIKATA: SCEGE-CVC) project. The project will be developed in 4 Upazilas of Patuakhali and Barguna districts aiming to enhance civic engagement and promote gender equality among landless, climate-vulnerable communities. This initiative aligns with CEF’s objectives to amplify citizen voice, foster dialogue between civil society and the government, and contribute to SDGs 5 and 16.

Position Summary

The Project Officer for Gender and Social Inclusion will play a pivotal role in ensuring that all project activities are inclusive and actively promote gender equality. This position involves conducting gender and social inclusion analyses to identify the needs of women, youth, and marginalized groups, and integrating these insights into project planning and implementation. The officer will develop strategies and provide training for project staff and beneficiaries, advocating for policies that support gender equality and social inclusion. This role is crucial for ensuring that the project benefits all segments of the community, especially the most vulnerable.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct gender and social inclusion analyses to inform project strategies.

• Develop and implement inclusive project activities.

• Train project staff and beneficiaries on gender and social inclusion issues.

• Monitor and evaluate the impact of project activities on different target groups.

Monthly consolidated salary: BDT 35,000.00 Other Benefits: As per project provision