Upazila Coordinator

Job Description

Title: Upazila Coordinator

Company Name: Naria Unnayan Samity (NUSA).

Vacancy: 3

Age: At most 40 years

Job Location: Shariatpur

Salary: Tk. 42500 (Monthly)

Experience:

• 5 to 7 years

A Master’s degree in Education, Gender Studies, Social Sciences, Development Studies, or a related field.

• 5 to 7 years

• Age At most 40 years

• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in designing and delivering training programs, particularly in gender equality, community development, or social inclusion.

• Strong understanding of gender issues, community empowerment strategies, and participatory training methodologies.

• Proven experience in capacity building and working with diverse community groups, including marginalized populations.

• Excellent facilitation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and motivate participants.

• Proficiency in designing training materials and using various educational tools and technologies.

Key Competencies:

• Strong commitment to gender equality and social inclusion.

• Cultural sensitivity and adaptability in diverse environments.

• Collaborative mindset and ability to work in teams.

• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.

• Initiative and creativity in training design and delivery.

• Expertise in training needs assessment and curriculum development.

• Strong facilitation and presentation skills.

• Ability to create inclusive and participatory training environments.

• Monitoring and evaluation skills related to training effectiveness.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Organizational and time management abilities.

This role presents an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Training Officer to make a meaningful impact on gender equality and community empowerment. If you are passionate about capacity building and have a strong commitment to inclusive development, we encourage you to apply.

Job Summary:

The Upazila Coordinator will play a critical role in coordinating and overseeing the "Gender Uplifting for Inclusive Development and Community Empowerment" project at the Upazila (sub-district) level. The role involves managing and supporting field operations, ensuring smooth project implementation, and working closely with local stakeholders, civil society organizations (CSOs), and community members to promote gender equality and inclusive development. The Upazila Coordinator will act as the key liaison between the project and the community, ensuring that activities are carried out in line with project objectives and local needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• 1. Training Needs Assessment

• Conduct comprehensive training needs assessments to identify gaps in knowledge and skills related to gender equality, community empowerment, and inclusive development among project beneficiaries and stakeholders.

• Collaborate with project staff and community leaders to prioritize training needs based on community context, project goals, and target populations.

• 2. Training Program Design and Development

• Develop and design inclusive and gender-sensitive training curricula and materials that address the identified needs of participants.

• Create engaging and interactive training modules that incorporate adult learning principles, ensuring that content is relevant and accessible to all participants.

• Tailor training programs to different audience segments, including community members, CSOs, and project staff, while considering cultural and contextual factors.

• 3. Training Delivery and Facilitation

• Facilitate training sessions, workshops, and capacity-building activities using participatory methodologies that encourage active engagement and learning.

• Employ various training techniques, such as group discussions, role-plays, simulations, and multimedia presentations, to enhance understanding and retention of key concepts.

• Create a supportive and inclusive learning environment where participants feel comfortable sharing their experiences and perspectives.

• 4. Monitoring and Evaluation of Training Activities

• Develop evaluation tools and metrics to assess the effectiveness and impact of training programs on participants` knowledge, attitudes, and practices related to gender and community empowerment.

• Collect and analyze feedback from participants to inform continuous improvement of training content and delivery methods.

• Prepare reports on training outcomes, highlighting key achievements, challenges, and recommendations for future training initiatives.

• 5. Capacity Building and Support

• Provide ongoing support and mentorship to participants following training sessions to reinforce learning and facilitate the application of new skills in their respective contexts.

• Collaborate with CSOs and local partners to strengthen their training capabilities, ensuring they can effectively deliver gender and empowerment training in their communities.

• 6. Collaboration and Partnership Management

• Work closely with project teams, partners, and stakeholders to align training initiatives with broader project objectives and ensure coherence in capacity-building efforts.

• Foster collaborative relationships with community organizations and other stakeholders to promote shared learning and resource exchange.

• 7. Advocacy and Awareness Raising

• Support advocacy efforts related to gender equality and community empowerment by developing training materials and tools that can be utilized in awareness-raising campaigns.

• Participate in community events and forums to promote the importance of gender equality and the impact of the project`s training initiatives.

Job Location: Naria, Shariatpur with frequent field visits to other project upazilas and grassroots project locations.

Monthly salary and allowances will be Tk 42,500 / -, in addition two (2) festival bonus in a year.