Administration & HR
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Version 01/2022
Position Project Officer-Livelihood Starting Date  ASAP
Duration 30 June 2026 Publication Date 11 January 2026
Location Ukhiya Type of contract Full Time/contractual
Salary 70,000 to 72,000 BDT  
Ethnic Groups, PWSN & Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
About Acted

Created in 1993, Acted is an international non-governmental organization pursuing a dual mandate of emergency response and development interventions in 40 of some of the world’s most vulnerable countries affected by conflicts, disasters, or socio-economic hardship. With a team of 7,000 national staff and 400 international staff, Acted implements 500 projects a year to support more than 20 million beneficiaries, notably in hard-to-reach areas.

Acted goes to the last mile through programs and approaches that look beyond the immediate emergency towards opportunities for longer-term livelihood reconstruction and sustainable development. Guided by the motto “Think Local, Act Global” and it’s 3Zero –Zero Exclusion, Zero Carbon, and Zero Poverty – strategy, Acted puts local territories at the center and provides tailored support to local needs. More on www.acted.org

In Bangladesh, Acted started its activities in 2018 in order to respond to the Rohingya Refugee Crisis in the sectors of Site Management Support, NFI/LPG Distribution, Natural Resource Management, Information Management, Emergency Preparedness Response, CDCS in the Camps of the Kutupalong-Balukhali Expansion Site, Cox’s Bazar. 

Code Of Conduct

All staff is required to abide by and observe :

  • NGO Child Protection Policy
  • NGO Code of conduct
  • NGO Anti-terrorism & Anti-Fraud policy
  • NGO Data Protection Policy
  • Non-discrimination policy
  • Transparency, integrity, and accountability
  • Goodwill and positive attitude in the accomplishment of his/her tasks
  • Cooperative attitude in interactions with NGO staff and the camp population
  • Promotion of and adherence to Prevention of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and harassement principles and guidelines
  • Confidentiality

Acted has a zero-tolerance approach to sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment (SEAH) and strives to recruit those who share our values.

  • All candidates will be subject to a pre-employment check that includes satisfactory references, screening, and criminal checks in line with legal requirements.
  • All candidates who have been offered a position will sign and respect Acted’s Code of Conduct and related policies as part of their work contract. All staff are expected to abide by the standards of behaviour outlined in those documents.
  • Managers will have a special responsibility to foster a safe environment.
  • Misconduct can lead to serious disciplinary sanctions.
Key roles and responsibilities

Project Implementation: Livelihood Activities

  • Facilitation of Training
    • Plan, design, and deliver training sessions for target beneficiaries on project-relevant topics (e.g., sustainable agriculture, aquaculture basics, input handling, maintenance, etc.).
    • Develop training materials (agenda, manuals, handouts, visual aids) in accessible formats and local language(s).
    • Coordinate training logistics (venue, invitations, participant lists, materials, refreshments).
    • Maintain attendance records and pre-/post‑training assessments; document learning outcomes and recommendations.
  • Fish Fingerlings Distribution
    • Coordinate sourcing, transport, and distribution of fingerlings ensuring biosecurity, species appropriateness, and stocking density guidelines.
    • Verify beneficiary ponds/canals readiness (water quality, preparation) and record stocking details.
    • Provide guidance on acclimatization, feeding schedules, pond maintenance, and basic health management.
  • Technical Guidance
    • Offer on‑site technical assistance on sustainable land/water management, input use, and good practice standards.
    • Develop simple technical notes/job aids; demonstrate techniques during field visits.
    • Troubleshoot implementation issues and advise on adaptive management solutions.
  • Activity Monitoring
    • Conduct routine field monitoring of all activities, adhering to the project’s M&E/MEAL framework.
    • Use monitoring tools (checklists, scorecards, mobile data collection) to track implementation fidelity, beneficiary satisfaction, and input utilization.
    • Identify risks, gaps, and opportunities; recommend corrective actions and improvements.
    • Ensure consistent communication and follow-up with Field Associates to verify progress, address challenges, and provide guidance on activity implementation and reporting.
  • Communication with Stakeholders
    • Establish and maintain regular communication with CIC officials, SMS, relevant sector representatives, implementing partners and relevant agencies.
    • Share activity plans, schedules, and progress updates in a timely manner.
    • Facilitate feedback loops from stakeholders and beneficiaries; escalate constraints and risks to the Project Manager/Environmental Specialist.
  • Meetings & Coordination
    • Organize and lead routine coordination meetings at field/site level; prepare agendas, minutes, and action trackers.
    • Participate in project review meetings; present activity status, challenges, lessons learned, and next steps.
    • Participate in sector and coordination meetings at camps; present activity status, challenges, lessons learned, and next steps.
    • Coordinate with supply/logistics, MEAL/M&E, and technical teams to ensure streamlined implementation.
  • Capacity Build Up
    • Conduct capacity needs assessment of Field Associates (skills mapping: facilitation, data collection, reporting, technical agri/aquaculture practices, safeguarding).
    • Develop and deliver a structured capacity-building plan (monthly/quarterly), including:
    • Onboarding modules: project SOPs, MEAL/M&E tools, beneficiary communication, safeguarding, code of conduct.
    • Technical modules: seed quality and handling, crop management basics, fish fingerlings acclimatization and stocking, feed schedules, water quality and pond maintenance.
    • Operational modules: distribution protocols, documentation standards, mobile data collection (Kobo/ODK), reporting templates, stakeholder meeting protocols.
  • Reporting
    • Produce weekly activity summaries, monthly progress reports, and end-of-cycle/quarterly technical briefs.
    • Report on distribution (seed and fingerlings), training outcomes, participant demographics, challenges, mitigation, and impact snapshots.
    • Ensure data completeness, accuracy, and timeliness in all reports using approved templates. 

Project Implementation: FLAT

  • Logistics
    • Supporting with accurate and precise information to prepare order forms promptly if requested by the line managers.
    • Confirm the quality of material selection when applicable.
    • Ensure proper management and use of the project assets and stocks.
    • Extend the support to the logistics department in the necessary area.
  • Finance
    • Provide support for camp payments as per delegated by the line managers.
    • Make sure the payment policies and SoP are respected while the camp payment takes place.
  • Human Resources
    • Commitment to continuous learning through training and timely identification of capacity-building needs and opportunities, in coordination with the Project Manager /HR Department. 
    • Supervise recruitment and training of enumerators/field associates for data collection.
    • Make sure the Human Resource-related documents are submitted to the agreed person or place promptly.
    • Facilitate training on the necessary and identified area for strengthening staff capacity through the initiative of Acted Academy. 
  • Security
    • Immediately report any security concern to the Project Manager/Environmental Specialist and the Security Officer.
    • Share recommendations to the relevant focal for the sake of agency staff security.
    • Make sure the fleet and security policies are respected and maintained.
  • Transparency and Compliance
    • Ensuring compliance with ACTED internal procedures and donor procedures.
    • Supporting the line managers in record keeping of project documentation, including photos and proper filing of meeting minutes, databases, attendance sheets, assessment reports/documents, review and updating of databases, etc., in soft and hard copy.
  • MEAL
    • Supporting MEAL colleagues during monitoring and evaluation activities of project implementation and addressing recommendations to enhance the effectiveness of project activities and maximize impacts.
    • Support in question preparation and ideas, as requested by the line managers.
  • Others
    • Support the Project Manager/Environmental Specialist and management in any rational ad-hoc requirements.
Required qualifications and technical expertise

The candidate must have the following educational degree

  • Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Botany, Agriculture or any relevant subject.
Selection Criteria
  • For Master’s with at least 2-3 years of experience in related field.
  • For Bachelor’s with at least 4-5 years of experience in related field.
  • Demonstrated willingness and ability to travel to the field .
  • Ability to work effectively with colleagues from varied cultures and professional backgrounds.
  • Highly organized and detail-oriented with strong analytical, reasoning, and problem-solving skills.
  • High level of honesty and integrity.
  • Excellent written and verbal English and Bangla.
  • Fluency in Chittagonian dialect
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in teams and multi-cultural environments.
  • Habituated to extensive field visits.
How to apply

For your understanding of Acted’s recruitment process, please review our Recruitment Procedure Memo before applying. The memo is available in both languages below:
English Version & Bangla Version

The application form must be submitted in English, with a CV, a cover letter, and application form. The application form is available here. (Download the form and attach with e-mail)

Please send your application by 20 January 2026 to the following addresses:

by e-mail: bangladesh.jobs@acted.org

Please write in the subject line of your application, Application for Project Officer-Livelihood. To ensure your application in our recruitment process, kindly remember to include the specified subject line in your email. Ensure a working phone number/email address is included in the application. Shortlisted candidates will be notified by phone. Please be aware that the application materials are non-returnable.

Acted does not charge money or any kind of fee at any stage of the recruitment process.