Project Coordinator - Orphans, Child Rights & Protection

Islamic Relief

  • Kamringir Char, Dhaka
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 8 days ago
Responsibilities & Context:The Project Coordinator (Project In-Charge) will lead the overall management and implementation of the project, ensuring quality delivery of activities on education/TVET, livelihood, child labor, and child protection. S/he will develop implementation plans, oversee training and apprenticeship programs, coordinate with stakeholders and ensure timely achievement of project goals. The role includes monitoring and evaluation, accurate reporting, documentation of success stories, and maintaining effective communication with donors, partners, and government bodies. The Project Coordinator will also provide leadership and capacity building to the project team, ensuring adherence to safeguarding, child protection, and organizational policies. In addition, the position is responsible for activity-based budgeting, financial monitoring, and compliance with procurement processes. The Project Coordinator will build partnerships with industries, NGOs, and training institutes to create safe job placements and advocate for the elimination of child labor, while ensuring staff and participant safety, accountability, and continuous learning throughout the project.Implementation & Project Management-50%The position of Project Coordinator (Project in-charge) is the leading position of the project. S/He will be overall management and implementation of the project.Maintain effective coordination among stakeholders and leading the project team.Keep up-to-date knowledge of labor market trends, job search strategies, and employment laws and regulations.Develop the Detailed Implementation Plans (DIPs) and executing project activities according to these plans.Track and evaluate project performance against set goals and outcomes using both quantitative and qualitative metrics.Facilitate partnerships with TVET institutions, industry partners, and local communities to support apprenticeships and employment opportunities.Guide the project team in organizing training sessions across various TVET categories.Supervise community consultations, rights-holder selection, and TVET trade activities.Establish mechanisms for cash grant distribution to support Income-Generating Activities (IGAs).Support the team in conducting market feasibility studies on TVET and IGAs, assessing needs, and identifying marketable skills.Monitoring & Evaluation and Knowledge Management-15%Monitor the progress of job placement outcomes.Develop and maintain a database of job placement results and employer partnerships.Ensure accurate and timely documentation of field activities, including beneficiary tracking and collection of success stories.Conduct Post-Distribution Monitoring (PDM) surveys for cash grants, start-up kits, and other cash support provided for Income-Generating Activities (IGAs).Advocacy, Networking and coordination-10%Maintain regular communication and collaboration with relevant government departments, including MoLE, DIFE, DPE and UPEO.Liaise and coordinate with technical training institutes, local industries and factories, NGOs, community leaders, and employers to job replacement and strengthen project implementation.Coordinate and conduct meetings and workshops with industries, employers, and informal sector actors to build partnerships for safe and age-appropriate job placements.Organize roundtable discussions with relevant stakeholders to advocate the elimination of child labor.Facilitate meetings with DIFE, business associations, and employer groups to promote collaborative action and compliance with child protection standardsCommunication Reporting and documentation-10%Prepare high-quality reports, including monthly, quarterly, annual, interim, and final reports, covering all aspects of the project.Taking necessary approval from City CorporationMaintain regular coordination with DC office & other relevantEnsure proper documentation and record-keeping of project events and activities.Maintain regular communication with field management and ensure timely delivery of qualitative and quantitative reports.Prepare successful case stories in accordance with donor requirements.Ensure compliance with all organizational manuals, policies, and procedures for the project team, maintaining proper practices and records.Coordinate and communicate with project stakeholders, including government organizations, NGOs, factories, industries, and technical training institutes.Perform any other tasks assigned by program management.Staff Management & Capacity Building-5%Provide leadership and direction to the project team through proactive engagement, coordination, and guidance.Support team members on issues related to child labor risks, job replacement, reintegration processes, and case management practices.Ensure all staff adhere to safeguarding principles, child protection policies, and ethical standards in interactions with children and families.Monitor and review team performance, provide constructive feedback, set improvement goals, and make decisions regarding underperformance when necessary.Financial Management-5%Prepare field-level budgets, activity-based budget planning for project interventions.Maintain proper documentation and verification of expenditures related to training, community engagement, beneficiary support and job placement activities.Others-5%Ensure and uphold safeguarding principles, child protection policies, and ethical standards in all interactions with children, families, and project participants.Protect project operations from harm, abuse, exploitation, fraud, money laundering, and bribery, taking appropriate actions in alignment with safeguarding and ethical standardsEducation Requirements:
  • Master of Development Studies (MDS)
  • Master of Social Science (MSS) in Anthropology
  • Master of Social Science (MSS) in Economics
  • Master of Arts (MA) in English
  • Master of Social Science (MSS)
  • Essential: Master's degree in development studies or Anthropology or Disaster Management or Gender Studies or Economics or English or any other relevant Social Science discipline from a recognized university
Experience:
  • At least 8 years
  • The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): NGO, Development Agency
Additional Job Requirements:PERSON SPECIFICATIONSectoral ExperienceEssential: Minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience.Essential Areas of Experience: Education and Technical/Vocational Education and Training (TVET), skill development and livelihood programs, and child labor, rights, and protection.Desirable: Experience working in international NGOs or development agencies in senior-level program management.Competencies and SkillsEssential:
  • Advanced project implementation, project management, and community mobilization skills.
  • Strong reporting and documentation ability.
  • Staff management experience.
  • Commitment to the organization's vision, mission, and IR values (sincerity, excellence, social justice, custodianship, and compassion).
  • Integrity, professionalism, and activity management skills.
  • Advanced financial management and planning/strategic analysis.
  • Leadership, teamwork, communication, networking, and interpersonal skills.
  • Positive attitude, self-confidence, self-motivation, and sensitivity to diversity.
  • Strong decision-making, conflict resolution, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Knowledge of personal health, safety, and security.
  • IT proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, database management, internet use, and statistical software.
  • Excellent command of English and Bengali (reading, writing, speaking, listening).
Desirable:
  • Advanced skills in statistical/data management tools.
  • Experience in multi-stakeholder coordination and high-level advocacy.
Other Prerequisites
  • Valid motorcycle driving license.
  • Willingness to travel as required by project, program, or organizational needs.
Skills & Expertise:Child Labour Policy,Child Protection,Child rights,Education,LIvelihoods,Skill Development,TVETCompensation & Other Benefits:Mobile bill, Tour allowance/Per-diem, Provident fund, Weekly 2 holidays, Insurance coverage (IPD, OPD, Life, DB, CIB), Festival Bonus, Long Service Awards, Leave (Annual, Casual, Sick, TOIL/CTO, Maternity, Paternity) and Gratuity, etc.Company Information:Islamic Relief Worldwide (IRW) - founded in 1984 and based in Birmingham, UK - is an independent humanitarian and development organization. It supports the world's most vulnerable people in their fight against poverty & sufferings regardless of race, political affiliation, gender, or belief, and without expecting anything in return. It is a signatory to the Code of Conduct for the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. IRW has a presence in 45 countries across the globe. Some funds of the organization come from individual donations and others from institutional donors such as the DFID, EU, SIDA, CIDA/IDRF, Forum Syd, WFP, UNDP, and ECHO. Islamic Relief(IR) started working in Bangladesh in 1991 in order to help the distressed survivors of the devastating cyclone by providing emergency relief and supporting communities to rebuild in the wake of that cyclone. Initially, it focused on emergency relief & disaster preparedness activities. Later on, it expanded its programs on both humanitarian and development challenges. Now it works in an integrated manner combining emergency humanitarian assistance, short-term work opportunity, shelter support, awareness & training on different DRR, climate change, development, health & hygiene and social issues, cash grant, IGA means, health & nutrition, safe water & sanitation, education, advocacy and linkage with different service providers. As a registered charity, IR is open and transparent; it continually assesses its work and operational methods to improve impact and effectiveness. Islamic Relief values and commitment to safeguarding: IRB is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behavior at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity, and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people, adults, and beneficiaries with whom IRB engages. IRB expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us. All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records checks. IRW also participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants' previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.

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