HEED Bangladesh

Vacancy

no-specific

Job Context

Presently HEED Bangladesh is working with a motto of ‘Serving the Humanity’ in 32 districts of Bangladesh. Most impactful projects of HEED Bangladesh include Bangladesh has been working in the fields of health, education, agriculture, aquaculture, livestock, forestry, environment & natural resource management, bio-diversity conservation, disaster management, socio-economic development of marginalized and under privileged people, micro finance, nutrition & Hygiene education, water and sanitation, HIV/AIDS, Adolescents and young reproductive health, rural development, awareness raising social mobilization, arsenic mitigation , women empowerment, street children, different emergency response ,Heritage preservation and Educational projects in partnership with the Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh, and numerous well-reputed NGOs and INGOs. HEED Bangladesh is seeking a dynamic and versatile candidates to oversee the comprehensive marketing strategies and implementation for a healthcare center and its affiliated entities. This multifaceted role requires a candidate with a unique blend of design prowess, marketing expertise, and technical expertise. So HEED Bangladesh is hiring Community Mobilization Officer (Livestock)



Jobs Responsibilities

Bangladesh's coastal zone's geographical location and low elevation make it vulnerable to disasters and climate change poses a new challenge to the lives and livelihoods in the coastal region. The vulnerability of these coastal people can be defined in three ways: climate-sensitive livelihoods, vulnerable settlements in low-lying areas, and scarcity of safe drinking water. Many coastal residents depend on seasonal subsistence agriculture and agriculture wage labor, which are highly climate-sensitive. Moreover, many coastal inhabitants live in houses built of mud and plants severely affected by cyclones, storm surges, and high tides. The lack of climate-resilient housing poses a serious poverty trap as significant portions of the incomes of coastal communities go towards house repairs. Under this circumstance, to develop a climate-adaptive coastal community in Bangladesh by adopting climate-resilient housing and livelihood technologies, the Green Climate Fund (GCF) under the United Nations Framework Convention of Climate Change (UNFCCC) approved “Resilient Homestead and Livelihood Support to the Vulnerable Coastal People of Bangladesh (RHL),” a five-year project (from September 2023 to August 2028). The project has chosen seven exposed coastal districts, namely Khulna, Bagerhat, Satkhira, Barguna, Patuakhali, Bhola, and Cox’s Bazar, which are particularly vulnerable to sea level rise, salinity intrusion, coastal flooding, cyclones, and storm surges due to their geographical position. The primary goal of the RHL project is to enhance the climate resilience of the vulnerable coastal communities of Bangladesh. PKSF will implement the project through its Partner Organizations (known as implementing Entities for this Project) as a Direct Access Entity (DAE) of GCF. HEED Bangladesh the Partner Organization of PKSF will implement the RHL project in Kalarpara Upazila of Patuakhali District as an Implementing Entity (IE) of the RHL Project. For implementing the Project, HEED Bangladesh is seeking qualified candidates for the “Community Mobilization Officer (Livestock)” post for its Project Management Unit (PMU).

Key Responsibilities:

• Project beneficiary selection and preparation of beneficiary socio-economic profile.
• Identify and engage key community members to establish Climate Change Adaptation Groups (CCAGs) in assigned communities.
• Facilitate monthly meetings of the CCAGs, ensuring active participation and discussion of climate change challenges, adaptation strategies, and project activities.
• Empower the CCAG to play a lead role in community mobilization and decision-making related to project implementation.
• Organize and conduct awareness campaigns and training sessions on climate change impacts, coastal disaster and salinity adaptation and mitigation strategies, and sustainable practices.
• Work with the CCAGs to identify beneficiaries and participants for various project activities like sheep/goat rearing in slatted houses, rainwater harvesting, climate-resilient housing, etc.
• Provide on-site guidance and support to community members during activity implementation.
• Promote the adoption of climate-smart practices and sustainable livelihoods within the community.
• Rapport build-up with local government and community leaders.
• Encourage positive behavioral change toward water conservation, responsible waste management, and other adaptation strategies.
• Assist with collecting data on community demographics, livelihoods, climate perceptions, and project impacts.·        Prepare regular reports on community engagement activities, awareness campaigns, and beneficiary selection processes.
• Liaise with the Technical Officers and Project Coordinator to ensure efficient data sharing and reporting.
• Perform any other duties assigned by PKSF & HEED Management.

 

Employment Status

• Contractual

Work Type

• At Office

 

Education

• Minimum Diploma in Livestock degree.
• Having 3rd division/class/equivalent CGPA in any examination will incur ineligibility.

Experience:

• At least 3 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s):
  NGO, Micro-Credit, School

Additional Requirements

• Age at most 35 years
• At least 80% of the time spent on field visits in the project areas
• Minimum 3 years with 2 years of professional experience in the field of climate change adaptation/mitigation, agricultural extension is preferable.
• Experience in climate change adaptation or mitigation projects funded by PKSF or GCF will get preference.
• Work experience with government agencies, partner organizations of PKSF, international development partners, and coastal communities in Bangladesh is an asset.

Other Qualifications:

• Demonstrated enthusiasm and eagerness to learn about climate change adaptation, community development, and rural outreach are highly valued.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and facilitation skills are essential.
• Must have a valid motorcycle driving license.

Job Location

• Patuakhali (Kalapara)

Salary

• 30000 (Monthly)

Compensation and Others Benefits

• T/A, Mobile bill
• Religious festival bonus (yearly): 100% of a monthly gross salary.
• Bangla New Year allowance (yearly): 10% of a monthly gross salary.
• Phone bill allowance (monthly): BDT 600/-
• Other allowance (monthly): BDT 7,000/- per month for motorcycle rent, fuel, and maintenance.

 

 

Skill Requirement

• Computer Literacy is a must