Research Assistant (Temporary)
Job Description
Title: Research Assistant (Temporary)
Company Name: WorldFish
Vacancy: 4
Job Location: Cox's Bazar (Cox's Bazar Sadar, Teknaf, Ukhia)
Employment Status: Contractual
Educational Requirements:
∎ Bachelor of Science/Degree / Master of Science/Degree in Fisheries/Fisheries Management/Aquatic Resource Management/ Aquaculture/Marine Science & Fisheries/Social Science/Anthropology or equivalent degree from any recognized University/Instution.
Experience Requirements:
∎ At least 2 year(s)
Job Context:
∎ Eligibility, Location and Duration:
∎ There are 04 vacancies available to be based in Cox`s Bazar Sadar, Ukhiya, Moheshkhali and Teknaf, Bangladesh. Interviews are expected to be held in September 2021 and only shortlisted candidates will be notified and expected to attend the interview. The successful candidate should be available to commence in September 2021 for an initial eight (8) months short-term contract, with the possibility of contract renewal depending on performance and funding availability.
∎ ABOUT THE POSITION:
∎ WorldFish Bangladesh and South Asia office is hiring four Research Assistants in its JICA funded `Fisheries Development Advisor` project under Small Scale Fisheries (SSF) program in order to meet its vision: "Be the research partner of choice, delivering high impact, transformative and equitable fisheries and aquaculture solutions to reduce poverty and malnutrition in Bangladesh and South Asia". The key objective of the JICA Fisheries Development Advisor (JICA-FDA) project is to formulate good practices for strengthening the resilience of the host communities in Cox`s Bazar area who are affected due to the influx of refugees. This initiative has been built on the achievements of other WorldFish led relevant project, particularly in terms of ecosystem resilience, biodiversity conservation, and livelihood supports, but will focus mainly on the small-scale artisanal fisheries in Cox`s Bazar region.
∎ Under the guidance of the Team Leader, and on-field supervision of Research Associate, Research Assistants will implement the planned activities at the community level with various stakeholders and partners, where applicable. The Research Assistants will be based in Cox`s Bazar (upazila sites) and will work under direct guidance of a Research Associate.
Job Responsibilities:
∎ Undertake the project activities following the workplan developed in a participatory manner.
∎ Implement all activities including livelihoods support programs being implemented in upazila site.
∎ Assist WorldFish and Department of Fisheries in baseline and endline survey, monitoring and data collection activities in coastal upazila sites.
∎ Collaborate closely with WorldFish staff of other research projects working in Cox's Bazar areas.
∎ Organize training to the target beneficiaries, transfer knowledge to the community people and fishers for improvement of their skills in vegetable farming and livestock reaing.
∎ Assist to plan and implement training programs for community youths, men and women on alternative livelihoods and income generating activities.
∎ Assist in the implementation of the programs on women empowerment, reducing child marriage & gender-based violence, improving food and nutrition, and livelihood diversification.
∎ Assist upazila Fisheries Officer and community leaders to undertake rural development programs.
∎ Assist Department of Fisheries (DoF) officials, and law enforcers, and administration at all levels in their efforts of ensuring compliance towards sustainable resources conservation and environmental improvement.
∎ Extend full cooperation to Research Associate in developing monthly plan and developing fortnightly/monthly/quarterly reports.
Additional Requirements:
∎ Minimum 02 years work experience in Community Based Fisheries Management or Fisheries or Aquaculture development and extension project with focus on field based research activities.
∎ Basic concept on socio-economic aspects of rural communities, capture fisheries and co-management.
∎ Past experience with similar job will be given preference.
∎ Excellent proficiency in speaking and writing in English.
∎ Able to undertake regular fieldwork, traveling by motorbike/ boat.
∎ Should have valid motorbike driving license and proven ability of swimming.
∎ Experience may be relaxed for candidate possessing exceptional academic results at graduate level and research skills.
∎ Desired Skills and Qualification:
∎ Knowledge on small-scale fisheries (SSF), NRM skills, stakeholders engagement, adaptive co-management, life and livelihoods of fishing communities.
∎ Posses of a valid driving license for motorcycle is preferable.
∎ Willingness to undertake fieldwork at the river courses, coastal sea, and remote sites.
∎ Knowledge on essential computer software/packages like MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint.
∎ Excellent interpersonal skills and able to work in a team-oriented multi-cultural environment.
Salary:
∎ This is an eight (8) months temporary position with a salary ranging between BDT 55,000 to BDT 65,000 monthly.
Job Source: Bdjobs.com Online Job Posting.
Application Deadline: 18 Sep 2021
Company Information:
∎ 13 Sep 2021
∎ WorldFish
Category: NGO/Development
Source: bdjobs.com
Deadline Expired on 18th Sep 2021
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