In alignment with the youth-centric focus of the project, we encourage applicants with progressive and modernized thinking, and innovative and transformational approaches to required project deliverables.

Position Title: Job Placement Manager

Department: USAID Bijoyee Activity

Number of Position: 01

Location: Based at Dhaka

Duration: Duration of the contract will be up to June 21,2028

I. Job Summary:

CARE is one of the world's leading international humanitarian and development organizations, committed to helping people in poor communities improve their lives and alleviate poverty. Founded in 1945, CARE is working with over 121 countries to fight global poverty and marginalization. CARE has been active in Bangladesh since 1949 and is one of the largest programs in CARE confederation. Women and girls are at the core of all CARE programs because they represent half of the marginalized group, and it is not possible to overcome poverty until all people have equal rights and opportunities. CARE Bangladesh works to implement programs with long-term impacts that result in sustainable changes for the extreme poor and marginalized communities.

CARE Bangladesh is the lead partner on the USAID-funded   BIJOYEE project, a 5-year integrated youth development activity. The project, through a consortium of nine partners, aims to increase the meaningful participation of Bangladeshi youth within their communities and in the economy. It aims to empower youth particularly young women and socially marginalized young people, by equipping them with market-oriented soft and life skills, resources and social capital for green and gainful employment and greater social and environmental impact. The key interventions of the Bijoyee Project are strengthening the youth ecosystem, organizational development support to national and grassroots youth organizations, incubation and start-up support to young entrepreneurs, and youth inclusive policies and planning.

Bijoyee will replicate proven best practices to scale up innovative and inclusive interventions that will empower people with disabilities, socially marginalized groups, the indigenous population, and the SOGI population. i Digital and traditional platforms to empower youth will be implemented in 18 districts of Bangladesh through Bijoyee’s consortium partners. The Bijoyee Activity is being implemented in urban and peri-urban areas across five (05) hubs, encompassing eighteen (18) districts. The Department of Youth Development (DYD) and other government and private sector organizations are strategic partners.

CARE is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Job Placement Manager, who will form part of the Bijoyee Program Management Unit (PMU) based in the CARE Bangladesh Country Office (CBDO) in Dhaka. The Job Placement Manager will report to the Bijoyee Youth Skills Specialist and will provide strategic leadership to enhance youth employability and workforce integration. This role will center on establishing robust employer networks, tailoring job placement strategies to meet industry demands, and promoting inclusivity by addressing barriers faced by marginalized youth, including women, persons with disabilities, and socially excluded groups. The Job Placement Manager will support to supervise Bijoyee’s team of Job Placement Officers stationed across the project’s five hubs.  Through advocacy, capacity building, and innovative engagement, the manager will ensure alignment with the Bijoyee Activity’s overarching goal of empowering youth for employment and civic participation.

ii. Responsibilities and Tasks:
Responsibility #1: Facilitate Youth Job Placement
35%
  • Act as the primary bridge between the trained youth and potential employers to ensure successful placements in suitable roles.
  • Analyze the skill sets of trained youth and match them with job opportunities based on employer requirements and industry trends.
  • Use profiling data to match youth with jobs that align with their skills, aspirations, and career goals, ensuring optimal placements.
  • Monitor youth performance post-placement to identify trends and insights that can inform future training and placement strategies.
  • Collaborate with the Private Sector Engagement Specialist to identify high-demand sectors, and ensure youth training programs are aligned with those needs and the right-fit is ensured
  • Develop and implement job placement strategies to increase employment opportunities for youth, emphasizing long-term sustainability and career growth.
  • Create and maintain a database of employers, job opportunities, and placed candidates for tracking and continuous improvement.

 

Responsibility #2: Employer Engagement and Relationship Management

30%

  • Build and nurture relationships with private sector employers, ensuring alignment between their workforce requirements and youth training programs.
  • Conduct regular employment needs assessments to identify emerging skill gaps and trends in the labor market.
  • Organize and facilitate networking events such as job fairs, employer roundtables, and business forums to connect employers with trained youth.
  • Provide employers with insights and updates on the talent pipeline and offer support in onboarding youth candidates.
  • Collaborate with the Private Sector Engagement Specialist to design and implement sector-specific employer engagement plans, particularly in industries with significant growth potential.

 

Responsibility #3: Ensure Gender Inclusion and Diversity

15%

  • Actively promote gender inclusivity and diversity in all job placement activities, ensuring equitable opportunities for women, persons with disabilities, and marginalized groups.
  • Develop and implement strategies to address specific challenges faced by underrepresented youth in accessing employment opportunities.
  • Work closely with Youth Skills Specialist and Private Sector Engagement Specialist to incorporate gender and inclusion considerations into youth preparation and readiness initiatives.
  • Collaborate with employers to foster inclusive workplace cultures, including organizing sensitization workshops and providing resources on gender diversity and accessibility.
  • Regularly monitor job placements to ensure fair representation of diverse youth profiles and recommend strategies to bridge gaps where necessary.

 

Responsibility #4: Reporting, Monitoring and Coordination

15%

  • Track and analyze job placement metrics to evaluate program success and identify areas for improvement.
  • Prepare detailed reports on youth placements, employer engagement, and inclusion efforts for submission to the Youth Skills Specialist.
  • Document success stories and best practices to showcase the impact of the job placement initiatives.
  • Collaborate with program partners to align job placement activities with broader project goals and deliverables.
  • Contribute to donor reporting and program reviews, highlighting gender-inclusive approaches and youth engagement outcomes.

 
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES AS ASSIGNED

5%
Responsibility: Responsibilities on Safety and Security, Gender and Inclusion and Safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults:

As part of this role, the job holder must adhere to and support CARE Bangladesh’s Safety and Security policy and systems as part of their day-to-day duties and comply with safety & security protocols and directives, including reporting. Staff must maintain situational and self–awareness and be aware of the safety – security-related consequences of their actions upon themselves, their team, and the organization.

CARE is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behavior at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity, and financial misconduct, and expects staff to promote the welfare of children, young people, and adults always.  CARE 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 this commitment are recruited to work with us.

Gender equality and inclusion are fundamental at CARE, promoting equal rights and challenging discriminatory norms to achieve social justice. We foster an inclusive workplace respecting diverse gender identities, abilities, backgrounds, and experiences through dialogue, training, and diversity initiatives. All CARE staff must uphold ethical standards, following codes of conduct to prevent abuse, including sexual harassment, exploitation, and neglect. Regular monitoring ensures accountability to uphold these principles and support our mission of social justice and poverty alleviation.

III. Reporting:  

Job Placement Manager will be directly reporting to Youth Skills Specialist. The incumbent will work closely with the project management unit, hub teams, and consortium members.

IV. Working Condition:  

Job Placement Manager is based at CARE Bangladesh Dhaka Office, with frequent field visit.
V. Qualification:
  • Master’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources or a related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in job placement, employer engagement, or workforce development, preferably within donor-funded projects.
  • Strong network within the private sector and proven ability to engage with employers across industries.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills to foster relationships with diverse stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze labor market trends and integrate findings into strategic planning.
  • Experience in implementing a project’s vision, aligning key stakeholders with that vision and ensuring that vision is translated into achievable strategies.
  • Experience in managing required programmatic reporting.
  • Demonstrated commitment to gender equity.
  •  Demonstrated skills in adapting project team and scope to the rapid evolution of the context.
  • Required oral and written fluency in English.
  • Ability and willingness to travel as required.
  • Experience in youth empowerment and skills development is an advantage.

Candidates need to be highly motivated and committed to CARE Bangladesh’s vision, mission, and long-term development work to significantly improve the lives of the most vulnerable and marginalized Candidates must be capable of displaying great learning agility, support and encourage knowledge sharing across projects, for the ultimate benefit of all of CARE’s mission wide initiatives.
 
Compensation

Monthly gross salary: BDT. 121,696. In addition, CARE offers Provident Fund, Gratuity, Festival Bonus, Leave Encashment, Life and Health Insurance, Working Mother Benefits and Day Care Facilities etc.

Interested candidates meeting the above requirements should apply through bdjobs ‘Apply Online’’ or  www.bdjobs.comon or before February 01, 2025.

Note:

  • CARE Bangladesh aims to attract and select a diverse workforce ensuring equal opportunity to everyone, irrespective of race, age, gender, HIV status, class, ethnicity, disability, location and religion.
  • Women are particularly encouraged to apply.
  • Any personal persuasion/phone-call will result in disqualification of candidature. We guarantee an interview to disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria.
  • CARE Bangladesh has a non-negotiable policy of ZERO TOLERANCE towards discrimination, harassment and abuse. All employees are expected to abide by the CARE International Safeguarding Policy.
  • Internal and external applicants shall be treated equally in the entire selection process.
  • To ensure transparent processes during recruitment, internal candidates should discuss potential applications with their Line Managers to ensure endorsement of their applications by respective Line Managers.
  • CARE Bangladesh participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we hereby request information from candidate’s previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the candidate left employment. All CARE Bangladesh’s offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.
  • THERE IS NO COST INVOLVED WITH APPLYING FOR POSITIONS WITH CARE BANGLADESH.ANY SOLICITATION OF JOB APPLICATION COSTS SHOULD BE REGARDED AS FRAUDULENT.