Structured and Non-structured PSS Session Facilitator

Job Description

Title: Structured and Non-structured PSS Session Facilitator

Company Name: PULSE Bangladesh Society

Vacancy: 6

Location: Cox's Bazar (Teknaf)

Minimum Salary: Tk. 22500 (Monthly)

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

Published: 9 Sep 2024

Education:
∎ Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field (e.g., social sciences, development studies, Child Rights, Women and Gender studies).
∎ Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field (e.g., social sciences, development studies, Child Rights, Women and Gender studies).

Requirements:

Additional Requirements:
∎ 2 years of experience in community engagement, mobilization, or development work.
∎ Work experience in the host community context in host community of Cox's Bazar is highly preferred.
∎ Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences.
∎ Empathy, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to build trust and rapport with community members.
∎ Excellent facilitation and training skills.
∎ Knowledge of participatory approaches and community-based development principles.
∎ Problem-solving and conflict-resolution abilities.
∎ Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
∎ Commitment to community empowerment, social justice, and sustainable development.
∎ Languages: Proficiency in English and Bengali. Knowledge of Chittagonian dialects is highly preferred.
∎ 2 years of experience in community engagement, mobilization, or development work.
∎ Work experience in the host community context in host community of Cox's Bazar is highly preferred.
∎ Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences.
∎ Empathy, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to build trust and rapport with community members.
∎ Excellent facilitation and training skills.
∎ Knowledge of participatory approaches and community-based development principles.
∎ Problem-solving and conflict-resolution abilities.
∎ Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
∎ Commitment to community empowerment, social justice, and sustainable development.
∎ Languages: Proficiency in English and Bengali. Knowledge of Chittagonian dialects is highly preferred.

Responsibilities & Context:
∎ Conduct assessment for beneficiary selection according project guideline, door to door visit and coordinate with other sectors for integration and common beneficiary selection
∎ To form the different group, establish effective communication with selected beneficiary, and organize regular session.
∎ Conduct door-to-door visits, community meetings, and awareness sessions to introduce the project and its benefits to community members.
∎ Explain project objectives, activities, and expected outcomes in an understandable manner
∎ Organize regular meetings, implement decisions, and assist in their overall activities.
∎ Assist to form a child protection committee at the local level to provide overall cooperation and to hold regular meetings.
∎ Coordinating the Adolescent group, Parents group, Adolescent Club, and Child Protection Committee with the Child-Friendly Place, MPCC.
∎ Organize awareness and training sessions for Adolescent clubs, and child protection committees.
∎ Referral of children and their family members to various service providers in receiving services and establishing and maintaining good relations with the service providers.
∎ Mapping and regularly updating the services of the service provider/organization.
∎ Work closely with para social workers, CBCPC, adolescent club members to identify beneficiary and referral (if required)
∎ To maintain regular contact and good relations with the representative and other stakeholders to facilitate the implementation of project activities and to create child protection zones at the local level.
∎ Prepare the work plan/schedule in collaboration with the project officer and coordinate with the Project Officer to implement the activities and take the initiative in implementing the activities as per the plan.
∎ To take the initiative to accept/resolve various opinions, suggestions, and complaints submitted in the opinion as per the guideline.
∎ Establish effective communication with the child's parents and inspect the premises for the child's participation and protection.
∎ Documented and update all the register books related to work.
∎ Assist the project officer and share project officer with the necessary data.
∎ Prepare and provide daily, weekly, and monthly reports as required. Also, to perform other duties assigned by the organization/supervisor responsibly.
∎ Conduct participatory needs assessments to understand community aspirations, challenges, and existing skills.
∎ Collaborate with community members to co-design project interventions that are tailored to their needs and preferences.
∎ Gather feedback from community members to ensure their voices are heard in project decision-making.
∎ Collect and document success stories, testimonials, and lessons learned from the community.
∎ Liaise with local organizations, government agencies, and other stakeholders to enhance the project's reach and impact.
∎ Represent the community in meetings and forums related to the project's objectives.
∎ To ensure a professional and unbiased work environment, it is imperative that all staff members refrain from engaging in any political activities during their employment. This statement is in place to maintain the integrity of and to uphold the principle of neutrality in the workplace. By adhering to this statement (Maintaining Neutrality), employees demonstrate their commitment to their roles and responsibilities within the organization, focusing solely on their job duties and contributing to the overall success of the organization. Engaging in political activities during working hours, on public holidays, weekends, or using organizational resources and social media is strictly prohibited and may lead to disciplinary action. It is essential for all staff members to prioritize their professional duties and responsibilities above personal political affiliations to maintain a harmonious and productive work environment.
∎ Pulse BD is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of professional conduct while ensuring a robust commitment to gender equality and equal opportunity. Pulse BD recognize that each member's behavior and actions reflect on the organization and its mission. Therefore, we are committed to maintaining integrity, respect, and accountability in all our work. This includes treating all individuals with dignity, taking responsibility for our actions, safeguarding confidentiality, and adhering to organizational policies and legal requirements. Additionally, Pulse BD is devoted to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone has equal access to opportunities, ensuring fairness and unbiased decision-making, advocating for gender equality, and continuously enhancing our understanding of diversity and inclusion. Our goal is to positively contribute to and support a work environment that is both ethical and equitable.
∎ Ensure the safety of team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment and exploitation to achieve the program’s goals on safeguarding and PSEA implementation. Act as a key source of support, guidance and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment. Practice, promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action.
∎ Reported To: Project Officer (CP)
∎ Job Purpose of Structured and Non-structured PSS session Facilitator:
∎ The Structured and Non-structured PSS Session Facilitator will support mobilize the community people and ensure the community engagement and support to project staff for the smooth implementation of the project. The facilitators will be responsible for implementing child protection activities related to Child-Friendly Space in the work area of Host Community. Project Officer will directly supervise their work. This role involves building strong relationships, raising awareness, and facilitating community empowerment through effective communication and collaboration.
∎ Key Responsibilities:
∎ Community Engagement and Outreach:
∎ Needs Assessment and Participation:
∎ Data Collection and Feedback:
∎ Networking and Collaboration:
∎ Maintaining Neutrality: Prohibition of Political Activities in the Workplace to Uphold Professionalism and Integrity
∎ Statement on Standard of Professional Conduct and Commitment to Gender Equality & Equal Opportunity
∎ Safeguarding and PSEA:
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Employment Status: Full Time

Job Location: Cox's Bazar (Teknaf)

Read Before Apply:

Method of Application:

• Application Letter/Cover Letter

• Curriculum Vitae

Company information: Pulse Bangladesh Society

BGB Camp, Chowdhury Para, Jhilongja

Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh

Tel: 0341- 64412, Cell: +8801822913356

Website: www.pulsebd.org