Community Mobilization Officer (Agriculture/Fisheries/Livestock/Forestry)

Job Description

Title: Community Mobilization Officer (Agriculture/Fisheries/Livestock/Forestry)

Company Name: Social Assistance and Rehabilitation for the Physically Vulnerable (SARPV)

Vacancy: --

Age: at most 35 years

Location: Cox's Bazar (Chakaria)

Salary: Negotiable

Experience:
∎ 1 to 2 years
∎ The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s):Banks, NGO, Development Agency

Published: 24 Mar 2024

Education:
∎ Minimum Diploma in Agriculture/Fisheries/Livestock/Forestry
∎ Having 3rd division/class/equivalent CGPA in any examination will incur ineligibility.
∎ Minimum Diploma in Agriculture/Fisheries/Livestock/Forestry
∎ Having 3rd division/class/equivalent CGPA in any examination will incur ineligibility.

Requirements:

Additional Requirements:
∎ Age at most 35 years
∎ Minimum 2 years with 1 year of professional experience in the field of climate change adaptation/mitigation, afforestation, agricultural extension, crab fattening/aquaculture value chain 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.
∎ 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.
∎ Minimum 2 years with 1 year of professional experience in the field of climate change adaptation/mitigation, afforestation, agricultural extension, crab fattening/aquaculture value chain 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.
∎ 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.

Responsibilities & Context:
∎ 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 saline tolerant vegetable cultivation, 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 & IE Management.
∎ Organization Introduction:
∎ SARPV is a leading non-profit organization committed to empowering underprivileged communities since 1988. Our focus ranges from disability support to poverty alleviation, education, healthcare, and beyond. We pioneer initiatives that transform lives and build sustainable futures. By recognizing the correlation between disasters and disabilities, we provide sensitive response and relief operations. Our holistic approach prioritizes socio-economic development, believing economic empowerment is key to a dignified life. At SARPV, we offer a dynamic work environment where creativity and compassion thrive. SARPV team tries to make a real difference in the world. Together, we create positive change and uplift the most vulnerable members of society.
∎ 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 saline tolerant vegetable cultivation, 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 & IE Management.
∎ Job Nature: Contractual (Initially for one year with the possibility of annual renewal up to project periods.)

Compensation & Other Benefits:
∎ Gross salary (monthly): BDT 30,000/-
∎ 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.
∎ Salary and other admissible benefits.
∎ Gross salary (monthly): BDT 30,000/-
∎ 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.

Employment Status: Contractual

Job Location: Cox's Bazar (Chakaria)

Read Before Apply:

If the candidates feel that their qualification, exposure and experience match with our requirements, and they are willing to commit to our values and are sympathetic to our beliefs then please send your complete and updated CV by filling up the Google form link given below before the closing date. You have to give real and all information in the form. Interview session is expected to take place in a shortest time after the application deadline. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the further selection process. Verification of Educational and professional experience certificates will be done after/during Interview.



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Company Information:
∎ Social Assistance and Rehabilitation for the Physically Vulnerable (SARPV)
∎ Social Assistance and Rehabilitation for the Physically Vulnerable (SARPV) 274/4 (3rd Floor), South Monipur (60 feet Road), Mirpur, Dhaka-1216, Bangladesh.

Address::
∎ Social Assistance and Rehabilitation for the Physically Vulnerable (SARPV) 274/4 (3rd Floor), South Monipur (60 feet Road), Mirpur, Dhaka-1216, Bangladesh.

Application Deadline: 31 Mar 2024

Category: NGO/Development

Source: bdjobs.com

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