Manusher Jonno Foundation (MJF) is a non-government organization, working for Human Rights and Good Governance invites applications from Bangladeshi nationals for the position ofDeputy Manager- Economic Empowerment & Entrepreneurship for Renewed Women’s Voice and Leadership (RWVL) Bangladesh project.

Job Title: Deputy Manager- Economic Empowerment & Entrepreneurship (01)

Job Purpose

The Deputy Manager-Empowerment and Entrepreneurship will lead the development and execution of programs that empower individuals and communities through entrepreneurship and economic growth under RWVL Bangladesh initiatives. This role is essential in identifying and addressing barriers to economic participation through targeted interventions. By fostering an entrepreneurial ecosystem, the deputy manager will enable beneficiaries to acquire crucial skills, access financial resources, and establish market linkages to sustainable businesses for economic stability and self-sufficiency among marginalized groups, promoting social equity and community development.

Job Summary

As a Renewed Women’s Voice and Leadership (RWVL) Bangladesh team member, the Deputy Manager of Economic Empowerment & Entrepreneurship, will enhance economic opportunities for Women, Trans, and Girls through innovative programs. This role involves designing, implementing, and evaluating Women Economic Empowerment initiatives focusing on entrepreneurship development skills training, financial literacy, business planning, and market linking. The deputy manager will collaborate with relevant stakeholders, including local businesses, government agencies, and community organizations, to create sustainable economic pathways for beneficiaries. The Deputy Manager- Economic Empowerment & Entrepreneurship will possess strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of economic development practices, and a passion for driving social change.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

  • Master's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Supply Chain Management, or Social Sciences, Gender Studies, Development Studies, along with relevant experience.   
  • Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in economic development, entrepreneurship promotion, livelihood programming, or Women Economic Empowerment program management, focusing on women's rights and gender equality, in any Civil Society Organization or specialized project.
  • Understanding and applying feminist principles, approaches, and strategies in women’s empowerment in the areas of economic empowerment strategies, entrepreneurship development, that highlight gender inequality and examine the social, political, and cultural factors adversely affecting women's lives and experiences, contributing to the pursuit of social justice and equality.
  • Experience and knowledge of financial management concepts and practices relevant to small businesses and entrepreneurship.
  • Proven experience working in a partnership approach with WROs and Community-led Organizations.

Essential Skills and Capabilities

  • Proven experience designing, implementing, and evaluating economic empowerment programs or entrepreneurship initiatives.
  • Working experience channeling grants to local-level WROs to implement local-level small-scale women entrepreneurs’ and IGA holders’ economic empowerment as an intervention for gender equality and empowerment programming.
  • Experience managing and monitoring Refundable Lending Fund (RLF) awarded as business capital to women's and Girls' Groups.
  • Experience in handling a closed information hub; using computer interfaces and office software packages to analyze.
  • Proven experience in strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
  • Strong understanding of intersectionality, cultural dynamics, human rights, dignity, and social harmony, as well as the lived experiences of marginalized communities.
  • Proficiency in MS Word, Excel (including data analysis), PowerPoint.
  • Proficient in data collection, analysis, and reporting of specific project outcomes and impacts.
  • Fluency in both written and spoken English and Bangla.

Preferred Attributes

  • Resilience: Advocacy can be a long-term, challenging process that requires persistence and the ability to handle setbacks.
  • Adaptability: Ability to respond quickly to changing policy landscapes, work independently, and meet strict deadlines.
  • Collaborative Mindset: Ability to work well with a wide range of partners and internal teams.
  •  Sensitivity and commitment: A commitment to work with all-inclusive populations that uphold inclusive values, respecting human rights, dignity, and social harmony.
  • Time management: Ability to effectively manage processes, work under pressure, and meet deadlines.
  • Specialized experiences: Comparatively extensive work experience in a specific field may compensate for academic qualifications.
  • Specialized experiences and comparatively extensive work experience in a specific field may sometimes compensate for academic qualifications.

Working Conditions

The position is based in Dhaka, but frequent field travel is required to the working areas, with at least 40% of the time spent traveling outside Dhaka to remote locations in Bangladesh.

Please see the JOB DESCRIPTION for more detail with this link

Remuneration: The total monthly gross salary will be Tk 1,05,854 (Grade-7, Step-1) plus all other admissible benefit (PF, Bonus, Gratuity) as per organizational policy. The salary is negotiable for a exceptional candidate.

Application procedure: Interested candidates with above requirements are requested to submit application through online http://182.163.113.203/mis/eCircular/ . The deadline for submission of the application is 05 May 2025 

Please outline in your cover letter how your skills and experience meet the knowledge, skill and expertise outlined in the job description and advertisement.

MJF’s commitment to safeguarding

Manusher Jonno Foundation is committed to preventing any unwanted behaviour at work, including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity, and financial misconduct. It is committed to protecting children and vulnerable adults following its policy. The Manusher Jonno Foundation expects all MJF and project staff, vendors, and consultants to adhere to this commitment through MJF’s code of conduct. MJF places a high priority on ensuring rights and upholding the respect and dignity of all people, regardless of their class, caste, ethnicity, religion, physical condition, or gender.

Note

  • All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and screening checks, including criminal records and fraud/corruption/ terrorism. Please note that Disclosure of Safeguarding-related Misconduct in Recruitment Processes is mandatory.

Manusher Jonno Foundation (MJF) is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. It upholds human dignity and inclusion for all, regardless of age, race, religion, gender, disability, ethnic origin, or socio-economic condition. As such, we highly encourage applications from women, gender-diverse individuals, and people with disabilities.