Habitat for Humanity International (“HFHI”) is a non-profit faith-based organisation dedicated to eliminating substandard housing and homelessness worldwide and to making adequate, affordable shelter a matter of conscience and action. Habitat for Humanity is founded on the conviction that every man, woman and child should have a simple, decent, affordable place to live in dignity and safety. Habitat for Humanity International Bangladesh office (HFHI-B) is currently looking for interested and qualified candidates for the following position.

Training and Capacity Building Officer

Purpose:

The Training and Capacity Building Officer will be responsible for strengthening the capacity of partner organizations, Community Based Organizations (CWC, SHG, WUC), local level stakeholders and community members. This includes conducting Training Needs Assessments (TNA), developing training modules and materials, delivering training sessions, and providing on-the-job support to ensure effective knowledge transfer. The position requires strong facilitation skills, experience in adult learning methodologies, and the ability to design innovative capacity-building approaches tailored to community needs.

Main responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive TNA for partner organizations, Community Based Organizations (CWC, SHG, WUC), and community.
• Identify gaps in knowledge, skills, and practices to design targeted capacity-building interventions.
• Prepare TNA reports and share findings with project management for planning.
• Develop training modules, manuals, and resource materials based on TNA findings and tailored project objectives and community context.
• Design training plans and schedules aligned with project timelines and objectives.
• Organize and conduct training sessions for partners, CBOs, and community members on governance, planning, leadership, financial management, and thematic project issues (e.g., housing, WASH, climate resilience, disaster preparedness).
• Adapt training methods for different literacy levels and cultural contexts.
• Provide follow-up support, hands-on coaching and mentoring to partner staff and CBOs to reinforce learning and ensure sustainability.
• Organize awareness sessions and skill-building workshops on project-related themes.
• Strengthen community structures for collective action and resilience.
• Develop tools for pre- and post-training assessments to measure training success.
• Collect and analyze training data to inform project reporting and continuous improvement.
• Document success stories, lessons learned, and best practices for internal and external sharing.
• Work closely with project team and partner to align training activities with project plans.
• Coordinate logistics for training events, including venue, materials, and participant mobilization.
• Ensure all capacity-building activities adhere to HFHI’s safeguarding, DEI, and ethical standards.
• Maintain systematic records of training plans, materials, and participant attendance.

Active support, role modelling, and adherence to the Habitat for Humanity’s Values and Safeguarding Commitment

• Habitat for Humanity’s Values:
• Humility - We are part of something bigger than ourselves.
• Courage - We do what’s right, even when it is difficult or unpopular.
• Accountability - We take personal responsibility for Habitat’s mission.

Safeguarding Commitment: HFHB requires that all employees take seriously their ethical responsibilities to safeguarding our intended beneficiaries, their communities, and all those with whom we work. Managers at all levels have responsibilities to support and develop systems that create and maintain an environment that prevents harassment, sexual exploitation, and abuse, safeguards the rights of beneficiaries and community members (especially children), and promotes the implementation of Habitat for Humanity’s code of conduct.

Requirements:

1. Education

• Graduation in Development Studies, Social Sciences, Education, or a related field from a recognized university (Post Graduation preferred).

2. Experience

• 3 - 5 years of experience in training and capacity building within development projects.
• Proven experience in developing training modules and IEC materials.
• Skilled in facilitation and participatory approaches.
• Experience in community development and working with CBOs.

3. Competency

• Ability to conduct TNA and evaluate training effectiveness.
• Expertise in developing modules and delivering participatory sessions.
• Strong understanding of organizational development and community empowerment.
• Ability to adapt approaches for diverse audiences.
• Excellent verbal and written communication in Bangla and English.
• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to build trust and work collaboratively with partners and communities.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in MS Office, presentation tools, and basic design software.

Salary:

(Negotiable based on competency of the selected candidate with all other regular benefits as per organizational policy)

Application procedures:

If you feel that your qualification and experience match with our requirements, and you share a commitment to Habitat’s values and vision, please download and forward completed HFHB’s Job Application Form along with the CV and cover letter to hr_bd@habitatbangladesh.org by 4:30 pm of 29 November 2025.  Please note the application form is required to be completed in full and that incomplete applications will not be considered. Women and minority candidates are especially encouraged to apply.

* Our organization is committed to promote equal opportunities for women and men from different caste, ethnic and religious backgrounds and encourages candidates of diverse backgrounds to apply for all our positions.  Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interview. Telephone enquiries or any form of persuasion will lead to disqualification.