Bangladesh Red Crescent Society
National Headquarters
684-686, Red Crescent Sarak, Bara Moghbazar, Dhaka-1217

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Red Cross - Red Crescent movement is the largest volunteer organization in the world. Bangladesh Red Crescent Society (BDRCS) is a national society of the movement, constituted on 31 March 1973 by the President's Order No. 26 of 1973 with retrospective effect from 16 December 1971. This is the biggest humanitarian organization in Bangladesh. As an auxiliary to the government, the Society provides humanitarian assistance to the vulnerable people over the last 48 years and has undertaken a wide range of activities in humanitarian response, disaster management, health, capacity building and in promoting Red Cross/ Red Crescent ideals and principles.

Currently Bangladesh Red Crescent Society is looking for a suitable Bangladeshi national for the following position under Population Movement Operation (PMO), Cox’s Bazar:

Job Purpose:

This position with the required technical expertise will support the Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) Sector of BDRCS with construction related WaSH, Shelter and small-scale mitigation activities planned in the Plan of Action of FY 2021 under ‘Comprehensive DRR and Resilience Building Project: III Cox’s Bazar’ of Population Movement Operation.   

Job Responsibilities:

Design and implement DRR construction activity

• Engage with DRR camp and host team to review, analyze and define appropriate small-scale mitigation/construction actions for camp and host communities of Cox’s Bazar.
• Play as technical lead in design and implement shelter and WaSH construction activities related to disaster risk reduction.
• Establish the technical aspect of the internal purchase order and tender documents for construction and rehabilitation of shelter and WaSH facilities.
• Responsible for site management: general supervision of contractors and ensuring the safety of construction sites and community participation as and when required.
• Validate the progress and quality of work of the contractors and coordinate/liaise with BDRCS and IFRC to ensure their payments.
• Perform action in order to maintain the standard of the ongoing construction activities following Bangladeshi and Global reference documents.
• Ensure the quality of construction materials that are supplied by supplier/contractor for the on to ground construction activities and report back to the team focal.
• Ensure that construction works is integrated with hygiene promotion and community participation component, to ensure sustainability of the infrastructure built.
• Design, and facilitate capacity strengthening events for installation and use of shelter and WaSH facilities at household level and also for the BDRCS DRR colleagues.
• Follow up logistics/budget management/site supervision for small scale works (installation/ rehabilitation of water points or latrines etc.)
• Plan, organize and follow up of the community mobilization in target communities on issues related to implementation of shelter and WaSH activities based on plan of action.

Coordination within BDRCS and external actors for integration:

• Maintain good coordination with BDRCS Sectors to create a mutual learning environment and extend technical assistance to other teams if needed.  
• Ensure the integration of gender, child protection, environment and other cross cutting issues to the design, implementation and development of construction activities.
• Coordinate with local actors (including governmental and non-governmental organizations) for wider integration and bringing innovation in construction activities.
• Ensure that construction activities take into account the needs of specific groups and individuals, especially children, the elderly and disabled.
• Plan, organize and facilitate PHAST tools in the communities.
• Perform any other work-related duties and responsibilities that may be assigned by the line manager.

Educational & Experience Requirements:

• B.Sc in civil engineering.
• At least 3 year(s) of working experience.

Additional Requirements:

• Experience in PHAST tool implementation in the community and field level
• Experience with working with donors and contractors.
• Skills & abilities: Good Computer skills, coordination and planning skills, sound knowledge on subject area and fluent in English

Personal qualities:

• Adhere to the 7 fundamental principles and Code of Conduct of RCRC Movement
• Able to work in a team and respects opinions of others.
• Assist the organization on occasion, in times of national, international, local emergencies or major disasters

Application Instructions:

• Only online application will be accepted.
• Departmental clearance will be required for internal candidates.

If you think you are competent enough for the position, please apply online before 5:00 pm, September 25, 2021.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified for interview.

BDRCS is an equal opportunity employer