Job Description

Title: Skill Development Officer

Company Name: Young Power in Social Action (YPSA)

Vacancy: 1

Location: Cox's Bazar (Teknaf, Ukhia)

Minimum Salary: Tk. 55000 (Monthly)

Published: 18 Nov 2024

Education:
∎ Graduation in any discipline and NSDA or BTEB certified level-4 – assessor and trainer. Relevant job experience would be an advantage.
∎ Graduation in any discipline and NSDA or BTEB certified level-4 – assessor and trainer. Relevant job experience would be an advantage.

Requirements:

Additional Requirements:
∎ Experience:
∎ Proven experience in designing and delivering skill development or vocational training programs.
∎ Familiarity with adult learning principles and instructional design.
∎ Skills:
∎ Strong facilitation and presentation skills.
∎ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
∎ Ability to tailor training programs to diverse learner needs.
∎ Knowledge:
∎ Understanding of current trends in the job market and industries.
∎ Knowledge of various skill development methodologies and assessment tools.
∎ Computer Skills:
∎ Proficiency in using standard office software for curriculum design, data analysis, and reporting.
∎ The Skill Development Officer plays a pivotal role in empowering individuals by providing them with the skills necessary for gainful employment and career advancement. The position requires a blend of instructional expertise, industry knowledge, and a commitment to enhancing the employability of participants.
∎ Experience:
∎ Proven experience in designing and delivering skill development or vocational training programs.
∎ Familiarity with adult learning principles and instructional design.
∎ Skills:
∎ Strong facilitation and presentation skills.
∎ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
∎ Ability to tailor training programs to diverse learner needs.
∎ Knowledge:
∎ Understanding of current trends in the job market and industries.
∎ Knowledge of various skill development methodologies and assessment tools.
∎ Computer Skills:
∎ Proficiency in using standard office software for curriculum design, data analysis, and reporting.
∎ The Skill Development Officer plays a pivotal role in empowering individuals by providing them with the skills necessary for gainful employment and career advancement. The position requires a blend of instructional expertise, industry knowledge, and a commitment to enhancing the employability of participants.

Responsibilities & Context:
∎ Needs Assessment:
∎ Conduct assessments to identify the skills needs and gaps within the target population or community.
∎ Collaborate with stakeholders to understand demand of trade, local job market demands and industry requirements.
∎ Local market accessibility and market linkage
∎ Skill Training Program Design:
∎ Develop and design skill training programs based on identified needs and in alignment with industry standards.
∎ Create curriculum, training materials, module and session guide and assessment tools for effective skill development.
∎ To lead module capacity strengthening of staff both technical and program.
∎ Training Delivery:
∎ Facilitate skill development training sessions, workshops, and practical exercises for staff and participants.
∎ Provide hands-on guidance and support to ensure participants acquire and master the necessary skills.
∎ Capacity Building:
∎ Implement capacity-building initiatives for trainers and facilitators to enhance the quality and effectiveness of training programs.
∎ Work with educational institutions, vocational training canter’s, and industry experts to stay updated on best practices.
∎ Capacity building for staff and participants for value chain
∎ Career Counseling:
∎ Provide career counselling and guidance to participants, helping them understand potential career paths and opportunities.
∎ Assist in developing individualized career plans based on acquired skills.
∎ Employability Skills:
∎ Integrate soft skills development into training programs, including communication, teamwork, time management, and problem-solving.
∎ Enhance participants' employability by fostering a holistic approach to skill development.
∎ Industry Partnerships:
∎ Establish and maintain partnerships with industries, businesses, and employers to create opportunities for internships, apprenticeships, and job placements.
∎ Collaborate with industry stakeholders to ensure that training programs meet industry standards.
∎ Monitoring and Evaluation:
∎ Develop and implement monitoring and evaluation mechanisms to assess the effectiveness of skill development programs.
∎ Collect and analyze data on participant outcomes and program impact.
∎ Documentation and Reporting:
∎ Maintain accurate records of training sessions, participant progress, and success stories.
∎ Prepare regular reports maintain coordination for internal and external stakeholders, including donors and partners.
∎ Networking:
∎ Actively participate in relevant networks, forums, and industry events to stay informed about emerging trends and opportunities.
∎ Establish connections with potential employers and organizations to enhance job placement opportunities for trained individuals.
∎ Young Power in Social Action (YPSA) , established in 1985 (International Youth Year) is an organization for sustainable development working in Chattogram division, Dhaka Division, Sylhet Division including Chittagong Hill Tracts. YPSA is implementing the project titled, “Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration (BPRM) project for Food Security & Livelihood and Child protection sectors” at Ukiya & Teknaf Upazila (Host & Camp) in Cox's Bazar with technical support from Save the Children.
∎ Job Title : Skill Development officer
∎ Duration : Upto 29 September 2025
∎ Project Location : Ukiya & Teknaf Upazila (Host & Camp, Cox’s Bazar
∎ Job Summary:
∎ The Skill Development officer will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and evaluating Food Security & Livelihood initiatives for the “Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration (BPRM) project for Food Security & Livelihood and Child protection sectors” under YPSA (Young Power in Social Action) at at Ukiya & Teknaf Upazila (Host & Camp) in Cox's Bazar. This position involves working closely with project stakeholders, youth participants, and community partners to enhance their skills, knowledge, and capabilities.
∎ Responsibilities:
∎ Needs Assessment:
∎ Conduct assessments to identify the skills needs and gaps within the target population or community.
∎ Collaborate with stakeholders to understand demand of trade, local job market demands and industry requirements.
∎ Local market accessibility and market linkage
∎ Skill Training Program Design:
∎ Develop and design skill training programs based on identified needs and in alignment with industry standards.
∎ Create curriculum, training materials, module and session guide and assessment tools for effective skill development.
∎ To lead module capacity strengthening of staff both technical and program.
∎ Training Delivery:
∎ Facilitate skill development training sessions, workshops, and practical exercises for staff and participants.
∎ Provide hands-on guidance and support to ensure participants acquire and master the necessary skills.
∎ Capacity Building:
∎ Implement capacity-building initiatives for trainers and facilitators to enhance the quality and effectiveness of training programs.
∎ Work with educational institutions, vocational training canter’s, and industry experts to stay updated on best practices.
∎ Capacity building for staff and participants for value chain
∎ Career Counseling:
∎ Provide career counselling and guidance to participants, helping them understand potential career paths and opportunities.
∎ Assist in developing individualized career plans based on acquired skills.
∎ Employability Skills:
∎ Integrate soft skills development into training programs, including communication, teamwork, time management, and problem-solving.
∎ Enhance participants' employability by fostering a holistic approach to skill development.
∎ Industry Partnerships:
∎ Establish and maintain partnerships with industries, businesses, and employers to create opportunities for internships, apprenticeships, and job placements.
∎ Collaborate with industry stakeholders to ensure that training programs meet industry standards.
∎ Monitoring and Evaluation:
∎ Develop and implement monitoring and evaluation mechanisms to assess the effectiveness of skill development programs.
∎ Collect and analyze data on participant outcomes and program impact.
∎ Documentation and Reporting:
∎ Maintain accurate records of training sessions, participant progress, and success stories.
∎ Prepare regular reports maintain coordination for internal and external stakeholders, including donors and partners.
∎ Networking:
∎ Actively participate in relevant networks, forums, and industry events to stay informed about emerging trends and opportunities.
∎ Establish connections with potential employers and organizations to enhance job placement opportunities for trained individuals.

Compensation & Other Benefits:
∎ Monthly Consolidated Salary : Consolidated Salary per month BDT 55,000 /- (Including Fringe Benefit).

Employment Status: Full Time

Job Location: Cox's Bazar (Teknaf, Ukhia)

Apply Procedure:

Hard Copy:
∎ How to apply: If you are interested and competent for this position and have the required qualifications and experience, apply online bdjobs on or before 26/11/2024.
∎ YPSA is an equal opportunity employer and is sensitive to child protection and gender. Only the short-listed candidates will be contacted. Any persuasion or lobby will be treated as a disqualification for an applicant. Smokers are discouraged from applying for the position.
∎ YPSA HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
∎ Note: Emergency 02334470996 from 10 am to 3 pm excluding govt. holidays

Company Information:
∎ Young Power in Social Action (YPSA)
∎ House # F 10 (P), Road # 13, Block # B Chandgaon R/A, Chittagong - 4212
∎ Young Power in Social Action (YPSA), an organization in Special Consultative Status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (UN-ECOSOC) since 2013, is a voluntary non-profit organization for sustainable development registered with the different departments of the People`s Republic of Bangladesh including NGO Affairs Bureau contributing to national goals for making a difference in the lives of the population since its establishment in 1985. YPSA, a fleet of professional staff specializes in the six thematic areas of Health; Education; Human rights and Governance; Economic Empowerment; Environment and Climate change; and Disaster Risk Reduction and Humanitarian Response. At present YPSA`s direct program interventions reach the Greater Chittagong Division including Chittagong Hill Tracts and part of the Dhaka and Sylhet division.

Address::
∎ House # F 10 (P), Road # 13, Block # B Chandgaon R/A, Chittagong - 4212
∎ Young Power in Social Action (YPSA), an organization in Special Consultative Status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (UN-ECOSOC) since 2013, is a voluntary non-profit organization for sustainable development registered with the different departments of the People`s Republic of Bangladesh including NGO Affairs Bureau contributing to national goals for making a difference in the lives of the population since its establishment in 1985. YPSA, a fleet of professional staff specializes in the six thematic areas of Health; Education; Human rights and Governance; Economic Empowerment; Environment and Climate change; and Disaster Risk Reduction and Humanitarian Response. At present YPSA`s direct program interventions reach the Greater Chittagong Division including Chittagong Hill Tracts and part of the Dhaka and Sylhet division.

Read Before Apply: Please apply only who are fulfilling all the requirements of this job

Application Deadline: 26 Nov 2024

Category: NGO/Development