Project Officer
Job Description
Title: Project Officer
Company Name: Practical Action - Bangladesh.
Vacancy: 1
Location: Dhaka
Maximum Salary: Tk. 59125 (Monthly)
Experience:
∎ 3 to 5 years
∎ The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s):NGO
Published: 9 Sep 2024
Education:
∎ Bachelor in Engineering (BEngg)
Requirements:
Additional Requirements:
∎ Bachelor’s degree in BBA/Marketing/ Energy Management/ International Development, or a related field.
∎ At least 2-3 years of professional experience in project management, partnership development, or networking roles, preferably within the energy, clean cooking, environmental, or international development sectors·
∎ Strong understanding of clean cooking technologies, renewable energy solutions, and their role in sustainable development and climate change mitigation·
∎ Proven ability to manage multi-stakeholder projects, including experience in facilitating dialogues, managing partnerships, and coordinating with government agencies·
∎ Proficient in project management tools and methodologies, with a track record of successfully managing complex projects from inception to completion·
∎ Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts and strategies to diverse audiences, including policymakers, donors, and community groups·
∎ Ability to navigate the policy and regulatory environment in the country, understanding key challenges and opportunities related to clean cooking
∎ Female candidates are encouraged to apply.
∎ Candidates who identify as ingenious are encouraged to apply.
∎ Strong networking and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, including government agencies, NGOs, private sector, and community organizations·
∎ Ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural and interdisciplinary team environment·
∎ Experience in resource mobilization, including proposal writing, fundraising, and building partnerships with donors, development agencies, and private sector partners·
∎ Ability to think strategically and contribute to the development of long-term plans and goals for the clean cooking program·
∎ Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed to support program activities·
∎ Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and priorities in a dynamic work environment·
∎ Possess strong English communication skills, both written and verbal·
∎ Demonstrate proficiency in MS Office packages, especially Word, PowerPoint, and Excel·
∎ Have a proactive attitude and willingness to learn
∎ Experience Requirements
∎ Bachelor’s degree in BBA/Marketing/ Energy Management/ International Development, or a related field.
∎ At least 2-3 years of professional experience in project management, partnership development, or networking roles, preferably within the energy, clean cooking, environmental, or international development sectors·
∎ Strong understanding of clean cooking technologies, renewable energy solutions, and their role in sustainable development and climate change mitigation·
∎ Proven ability to manage multi-stakeholder projects, including experience in facilitating dialogues, managing partnerships, and coordinating with government agencies·
∎ Proficient in project management tools and methodologies, with a track record of successfully managing complex projects from inception to completion·
∎ Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts and strategies to diverse audiences, including policymakers, donors, and community groups·
∎ Ability to navigate the policy and regulatory environment in the country, understanding key challenges and opportunities related to clean cooking
∎ Additional Requirements
∎ Female candidates are encouraged to apply.
∎ Candidates who identify as ingenious are encouraged to apply.
∎ Strong networking and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders, including government agencies, NGOs, private sector, and community organizations·
∎ Ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural and interdisciplinary team environment·
∎ Experience in resource mobilization, including proposal writing, fundraising, and building partnerships with donors, development agencies, and private sector partners·
∎ Ability to think strategically and contribute to the development of long-term plans and goals for the clean cooking program·
∎ Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed to support program activities·
∎ Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and priorities in a dynamic work environment·
∎ Possess strong English communication skills, both written and verbal·
∎ Demonstrate proficiency in MS Office packages, especially Word, PowerPoint, and Excel·
∎ Have a proactive attitude and willingness to learn
Responsibilities & Context:
∎ Develop and drafting of the National Action Plan for Clean Cooking (NAPCC)·
∎ Coordinate with stakeholders, including government agencies, consultants, NGOs, private sector, Donors, and civil society·
∎ Help to Develop a Clean Cooking Network in Coordination with Power Division & SREDA·
∎ Identify and secure strategic partnerships with national and international organizations to support the implementation of the national action plan and other clean cooking projects·
∎ Formalize partnerships through MoUs, agreements, and joint work plans with the partners & stakeholders·
∎ Engage with policymakers to influence and support the creation of an enabling environment for the adoption of clean cooking solutions·
∎ Prepare funding proposals, concept notes, and partnership pitches to attract investments in clean cooking·
∎ Oversee the implementation of clean cooking projects that contribute to the goals of SDG-7 ensuring effective coordination and timely delivery of project activities·
∎ Organize capacity-building workshops and training sessions for government officials, partners, and other stakeholders to enhance their understanding of clean cooking technologies and policies·
∎ Prepare and present progress reports, policy briefs, and impact assessments to stakeholders and decision-makers·
∎ Work with partners to integrate clean cooking solutions into broader development programs and climate change mitigation efforts·
∎ Prepare Presentations, various reports, & graphical analysis.
∎ Based in Dhaka, the Project Officer (E-Cooking) will provide support in developing the National Action Plan for Clean Cooking (NAPCC), coordinating with stakeholders, forming strategic partnerships, and engaging policymakers. S/He will be involved in identifying investments, preparing funding proposals, overseeing clean cooking projects, organizing capacity-building workshops, and presenting progress reports, as well as integrating clean cooking solutions into broader development programs and climate change mitigation efforts. S/He will also work on presentations and graphical analysis. S/He needs to maintain a close relationship with SREDA, Private Sector, & Other National and International Stakeholders. ·
∎ Develop and drafting of the National Action Plan for Clean Cooking (NAPCC)·
∎ Coordinate with stakeholders, including government agencies, consultants, NGOs, private sector, Donors, and civil society·
∎ Help to Develop a Clean Cooking Network in Coordination with Power Division & SREDA·
∎ Identify and secure strategic partnerships with national and international organizations to support the implementation of the national action plan and other clean cooking projects·
∎ Formalize partnerships through MoUs, agreements, and joint work plans with the partners & stakeholders·
∎ Engage with policymakers to influence and support the creation of an enabling environment for the adoption of clean cooking solutions·
∎ Prepare funding proposals, concept notes, and partnership pitches to attract investments in clean cooking·
∎ Oversee the implementation of clean cooking projects that contribute to the goals of SDG-7 ensuring effective coordination and timely delivery of project activities·
∎ Organize capacity-building workshops and training sessions for government officials, partners, and other stakeholders to enhance their understanding of clean cooking technologies and policies·
∎ Prepare and present progress reports, policy briefs, and impact assessments to stakeholders and decision-makers·
∎ Work with partners to integrate clean cooking solutions into broader development programs and climate change mitigation efforts·
∎ Prepare Presentations, various reports, & graphical analysis.
Workplace:
∎ Work at office
Employment Status: Full Time
Job Location: Dhaka
Job Highlights:
Company Information:
∎ Practical Action - Bangladesh.
∎ House # 28/A, Road # 5, Dhanmondi, Dhaka-1205
∎ Practical Action is an international development organisation putting ingenious ideas to work so people in poverty can change their world.
We treat all applications for employment on their merits and do not take into consideration any factors that are not relevant to the job such as gender, race, religion, ethnic or national origin, caste, tribe, belief, age, marital status, pregnancy, caring responsibilities, sexual orientation, or disability. Practical Action is committed to safeguarding and protecting children and vulnerable adults and as such candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks including criminal checks and terrorist financing.
We’re a global change-making group. We help people find solutions to some of the world’s toughest problems. Challenges made worse by catastrophic climate change and persistent gender inequality. We work with communities to develop ingenious, lasting and locally owned solutions for agriculture, water and waste management, climate resilience and clean energy. And we share what works with others, so answers that start small can grow big.
Address::
∎ House # 28/A, Road # 5, Dhanmondi, Dhaka-1205
∎ Practical Action is an international development organisation putting ingenious ideas to work so people in poverty can change their world.We treat all applications for employment on their merits and do not take into consideration any factors that are not relevant to the job such as gender, race, religion, ethnic or national origin, caste, tribe, belief, age, marital status, pregnancy, caring responsibilities, sexual orientation, or disability. Practical Action is committed to safeguarding and protecting children and vulnerable adults and as such candidates will be subject to pre-employment checks including criminal checks and terrorist financing. We’re a global change-making group. We help people find solutions to some of the world’s toughest problems. Challenges made worse by catastrophic climate change and persistent gender inequality. We work with communities to develop ingenious, lasting and locally owned solutions for agriculture, water and waste management, climate resilience and clean energy. And we share what works with others, so answers that start small can grow big.
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Application Deadline: 16 Sep 2024
Category: NGO/Development
