YLO Development and Advocacy Manager
Job Description
Title: YLO Development and Advocacy Manager
Company Name: Bangladesh Youth Leadership Center (BYLC)
Vacancy: Not specific
Job Location: Dhaka
Employment Status: Full-time
Educational Requirements:
∎ Candidates with a Degree in Social Science or related subjects will have an added advantage.
Experience Requirements:
∎ At least 5 year(s)
Job Context:
∎ Bangladesh Youth Leadership Center (BYLC), the country`s first leadership institute, exists to build leadership skills in youth from diverse backgrounds, instill values of empathy, tolerance, and inclusiveness in them to jobs and entrepreneurial opportunities. Our goal is to enable our alumni to have a high impact in the public, private and civil sectors. All of BYLC`s efforts aim to strengthen prosperity, justice, and inclusiveness in societies worldwide.
∎ Purpose: The YLO Development and Advocacy Manager will work under direct supervision of Hub Coordinator of the USAID Bijoyee Activity of BYLC, which is the strategic partner of CARE Bangladesh, including some other partner organizations. The project focused on a comprehensive Initiative focused on empowering and engaging young people in Bangladesh. It aims to address various aspects of youth development, including education, skill building soft skills, creating the environment for employment, entrepreneurship, civic engagement, and social inclusion as stated in project documents.
∎ The YLO Development and Advocacy Manager will oversee the development and implementation of grassroots youth leadership and organizational development programs. The manager will work closely with youth-led organizations and networks to design and deliver capacity-building workshops, mentorship programs, and coaching sessions. The manager will also provide technical assistance and support to youth-led initiatives and facilitate knowledge-sharing and learning exchanges. S/he will ensure the proper monitoring and evaluation of the project component. This position will be based in Dhaka but s/he needs to frequently travel to two Spokes (sub hub office) in Gazipur and Manikgonj district under Dhaka North Hub of USAID Bijoyee Activity, BYLC.
∎ Contract Duration: 3 years with possibility of extension for further period as per project requirement.
Job Responsibilities:
∎ Core responsibilities: Strategic: (20%)
∎ BYLC's Strategies and project goals, policies, plans, and guidelines are properly maintained
∎ Support to enhance on to establish strategies for organizational and institutional development, growth, and sustainability
∎ Initiatives to enhance BYLC's image and leadership role nationally and globally
∎ Institutional and program regulatory approvals and adherence of country laws and regulations
∎ Promote and practice BYLC Values (Integrity, Respect Towards Others, Empathy, Excellence in everything We Do, Continuous Development and Practice Adapting Leadership) at all times
∎ Ensure Safeguard and protection of life and dignity of all associated personnel of BYLC as well as the assets and property.
∎ Operational: (70%)
∎ Closely work with the Project team to develop design and deliver a capacity-building training module including suggestions for updates and improvements in alignment with the project goal.
∎ Create a database and maintain relationships with youth-led organizations and networks.
∎ Collaboration of working relations with all inter-departments for conducting training and capacity building, mentorship, and coaching sessions of YLOs'.
∎ Must have an understanding of the NEET and EET youth-related issues in respective project areas.
∎ Developing trainers' skills for the classroom for different partners Hub.
∎ Managing of YLO Development Officer and helping them to improve their capacity to connect YLOs.
∎ Responsible for assisting in the development and maintenance of YLO capacity.
∎ Ensure quality training for all YLOs in the project area and support them to engage in social awareness and inclusion-related subjects and run advocacy camping.
∎ Observe mentoring sessions in the spoke office of the YLO Development Officer and debrief for improvement.
∎ Organize campaigns and events on special day celebrations and engage YLO with the help of the Campaign officer.
∎ Ensure that all database, activity, and attendance records are maintained accurately by the YLO Development Officer
∎ Development and implementation of the training schedule and call list when needed.
∎ Ensure a planned logistical arrangement and the upkeep of project facilities when necessary.
∎ Run camping on the social issue and engage YLO's in community on different subjects of advocacy.
∎ People Management and Relationship Building: (10%)
∎ Manage and ensure different initiatives for the capacity building of team members.
∎ Provide guidance and mentorship to youth participants throughout their job placement journey, fostering their personal and professional growth.
∎ Ensure quality training for all YLOs in the project area and support them to engage in social awareness and inclusion-related subjects.
∎ Observe mentoring sessions in spoke office of the YLO Development Officer and debrief for improvement.
∎ Maintain functional relationships with local government, community people, other partner organizations, and with local stakeholders and beneficiaries and other relevant stakeholders for the smooth operation of the project.
∎ Ensure a strong network with other NGOs, government agencies, private sectors, and relevant stakeholders to advocate for promotional events and engagement with private sector agencies.
∎ Desired candidate profile: Essential Requirements: The YLO Development and Advocacy Manager will lead the Youth Engagement unit under Dhaka North Hub of USAID Bijoyee Activity team for achieving having:
∎ Understanding of design curriculum and facilitation for soft skills training
∎ Strengthen youth leadership through targeted support of local youth-led and youth-serving organizations to promote youth participation as decision-makers and key contributors to individual, household, community, and national well-being.
∎ Strengthen youth systems, in partnership with youth, to provide more coordinated and effective services, practices, and policies that embody the principles of BYLC.
Additional Requirements:
∎ Experience: At least 05 years (s) of a similar level of experience
∎ Experience in working with youth organizations, project field management, and training in an NGO/ development organization
∎ Experience in training, learning, and development management for USAID-funded projects will give an advantage.
∎ Required Technical skills: Any certifications as a training module development trainer (ToT training experience).
∎ Experience in training planning, coordination, and field implementation.
∎ Connection with youth-led organizations and local government
∎ Excellent writing and speaking skills in both Bangla and English.
∎ Oral and written language skills in Bengali and English.
∎ Excellent skills in G Suite (including Gmail, Google Calendar, and Google Drive), presentation, advanced MS Excel, and PowerPoint presentations.
∎ Excellent report writing and analytical skills.
∎ Effective coordination and collaboration with the government, local youth organizations, and the community in Manikganj and Gazipur.
∎ Interpersonal, problem-solving, and communication skills.
∎ Required Soft Skills: Self-motivated and self-driven individuals can promote community engagement.
∎ Good facilitation skills and documentation experience.
∎ Excellent interpersonal skills, and ability to work effectively with colleagues and partners in a cross-cultural, multi-disciplinary environment.
∎ Willingness to work flexible hours is a critical requirement for this role.
∎ Should be dedicated to daily task completion.
∎ Solid organizational skills with the ability to juggle multiple tasks, work independently, set priorities, effectively manage time and staff, and meet deadlines.
Salary:
∎ A Competitive salary as per BYLC policy
Compensation & Other Benefits:
∎ other benefits will be entitled as per BYLC policy.
Job Source: Bdjobs.com Online Job Posting.
Application Deadline: 18 Jan 2024
Company Information:
∎ 19 Dec 2023
∎ Bangladesh Youth Leadership Center (BYLC)
∎ Address : Medona Tower (Level 11 & 12), 28 Mohakhali, C/A. Dhaka
∎ Business : Bangladesh Youth Leadership Center (BYLC), a registered nonprofit leadership institute, works to build connections among youth from diverse backgrounds, equip them with leadership skills, and enable them to have high impact in public, private, and civil sectors. Conceptualized at Harvard University in 2008, BYLC has brought the best of global leadership education to Bangladesh and made it available to youth who would otherwise not have had the opportunity to receive such world-class leadership education. Drawing on concepts of organizing, communication and leadership taught at Harvard and MIT, BYLC has designed its leadership programs that reach out to diverse segments of youth in different age groups.
Category: NGO/Development
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Source: bdjobs.com
Deadline Expired on 18th Jan 2024
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