Terms of Reference (TOR) of Environment and RECP Officer

Job Description

Title: Terms of Reference (TOR) of Environment and RECP Officer

Company Name: Organisation for Social Advancement & Cultural Activities (OSACA)

Vacancy: 01

Location: Natore, Pabna

Minimum Salary: Tk. 50000 (Monthly)

Experience:
∎ At least 3 years

Published: 25 May 2025

Education:
∎ Bachelor of Science (BSc), Master of Science (MSc)
∎ Minimum BSc. (Hons.) in Environmental Sciences/ Geography/ Environmental Engineering or relevant subjects from a UGC-approved university.
∎ MSc. (Hons.) in Environmental Sciences/ Geography/ Environmental Engineering or relevant subjects will be given preference.

Requirements:

Additional Requirements:
∎ Maximum 40 years of age on the last date of application.
∎ Age limit is relaxable for candidates with experience working on PKSF projects.
∎ Proven knowledge of environmental monitoring regarding use of resource, energy, water, waste-water, waste management, and air emission.
∎ Field-level experience on environmental management (IEE, EIA, ESMP, etc.) and RECP implementation.
∎ Experience of providing environment and resources management training, awareness building among mass people on Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) issues.
∎ Good interpersonal and communication skills.
∎ Good computer knowledge (MS office suite, typing both English and Bangla).
∎ Minimum three (3) years of experience in working on Environmental management and/ or RECP implementation.
∎ Relevant working experience with PKSF or any project funded by any multi-lateral development partners would be preferred.
∎ Experience in working in enterprise development related projects will be an added advantage.
∎ Age Limit
∎ Knowledge and Skills
∎ Working Experience

Responsibilities & Context:
∎ Promote and adopt RECP and climate-resilient practices to ensure sustainability and reduce environmental impact.
∎ Enhance technical skills and operational capacity of workers and entrepreneurs through advanced training and support.
∎ Improve market competitiveness and access to financial resources for sustainable business growth.
∎ Ensure safer, healthier work environments through better infrastructure, OHS measures, and modern facilities.
∎ The sub-project will cover Pabna & Natore district.
∎ The employee will initially be hired for a one-year term, with the possibility of extending the contract till 30 June 2028, based on satisfactory performance.
∎ Assist the Project Manager in planning, monitoring, and supervising the implementation of project activities.
∎ Create awareness among the microenterprises about environment, climate-resilient RECP, climate vulnerability, and Occupational Health and Safety (OHS).
∎ Provide training on Environment, Climate Resilient RECP and Climate vulnerability at ME level.
∎ Facilitate MEs to implement RECP practices.
∎ Make regular field visits to monitor RECP practices including data collection, analysis, and reporting.
∎ Educate project staff about environment, climate-resilient RECP, climate vulnerability, and OHS issues.
∎ Guide project staff to implement climate-resilient RECP and OHS practices.
∎ Prepare sub-project-specific Environmental and Social Management Plan (ESMP).
∎ Facilitate formation of Environment Clubs, including arrangement of regular monthly meeting, celebration of national and international days, and youth engagement program.
∎ Maintain liaison and coordination with local authorities like DoE.
∎ Any other tasks, duties, or specific tasks assigned by the Project Manager and senior management of the organization.
∎ Background
∎ Organisation for Social Advancement & Cultural Activities (OSACA) is going to implement a sub-project titled “Promoting Sustainable Mini Garments through RECP Practices” as part of the ‘Sustainable Microenterprise and Resilient Transformation (SMART)’Project. This sub-project aims to increase resource-efficient and resilient green growth of microenterprises (MEs) under Mini Garments sub-sector. The project is jointly financed by the World Bank, Palli Karma-Sahayak Foundation (PKSF), and Organisation for Social Advancement & Cultural Activities (OSACA).
∎ Sub Project Objectives:
∎ Sub-project Working Areas
∎ Duration
∎ Duties and Responsibilities
∎ The ‘Environment and RECP Officer’ will work under the direct supervision of the Project Manager and will undertake following duties and responsibilities, which are essential but not limited to:

Compensation & Other Benefits:
∎ Salary and Allowances
∎ ●Monthly consolidated salary is BDT 50,000/-
∎ ●Other admissible benefits (Festival Bonus, Bangla Noboborsho allowance, Mobile allowance, etc.) as per the organization's policy.
∎ ●Salary and other admissible benefits (if any) are inclusive of all taxes as imposed by the government of Bangladesh. Taxes will be deducted at sources as per government rules.
∎

Workplace:
∎ Work at office

Employment Status: Full Time

Job Location: Natore, Pabna

Apply Procedure:

Hard Copy:
∎ How to apply:
∎ Interested candidates must send their application along with two passport-size photographs, attested photocopies of educational qualifications, experience certificates, National ID card, and citizenship certificate, as well as their mobile number and a complete CV, either by post or by direct submission.
∎ Send the application with CV to:
∎ Executive Director
∎ OSACA, Chak Ramanondopur, Gachhpara, Pabna-6600.

Company Information:
∎ Organisation for Social Advancement & Cultural Activities (OSACA)
∎ Chak Ramanondopur, Gachhpara, Pabna-6600

Address::
∎ Chak Ramanondopur, Gachhpara, Pabna-6600

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

Application Deadline: 17 Jun 2025

Category: NGO/Development