Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organization that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. Plan International envisages a world in which all children and young people realise their full potential, a vision now shared by the 193 Heads of State and Government who adopted the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development in September 2015.

Our organization is transforming itself to meet the enormous challenge everywhere that we work. We need bold, forward-thinking and innovative individuals in our team, driving change and delivering results that will allow us to reach our target of 100 million girls. With this backdrop, Plan International Bangladesh (PIB) has set the vision for 2030 as, ‘We will partner to empower girls and young women, to be heard, to live without fear of violence and to achieve their rights’. This change will enable us to deliver successfully on our global ambitions and significantly impact children’s rights and gender equality in Bangladesh.

The people who join our team are a special bunch.

They’re leaders, and they take responsibility every day to act on our core values and advance our organisational purpose- Advancing Children’s Rights and Equality for Girls. They exhibit discipline in their work and in their relationships. To every challenge, project and interaction, they apply a balance of head and heart.

Our people are smart. They’re rigorous thinkers. They relish challenges and work with others to come up with creative solutions to the toughest challenges that children and young people face. They are confident and curious, always open to learning. That’s how - in a fast-changing world – our team consistently comes up with great programmes.

Plan International Bangladesh is looking for a Lead – Child & Youth Leadership to design and deliver Child & Youth Leadership, and Child & Youth Agency Building related programmatic interventions. The role requires to develop the child & youth leadership portfolio with a special attention of girls at national level as well as linking this to regional and global initiatives where appropriate. S/he will take a lead role in the systematic planning and vision setting of leadership and empowerment with and for children and young people. The position holder will ensure high quality programme deliverables internally and externally to profile impact and success of the organisation’s work through thematic focus on ‘Child & Youth Leadership’.

The role and scope include:

• Develop and implementation strategies & guidelines align with CS2030
• Overseas the management and disbursal of ‘Child & Youth Leadership’ technical and influencing budget mostly during the project-start up phases, technical deliverables and related to influencing at national level
• Responsible to contribute in the global youth strategy, Powering the Movement, supporting the design and implementation of new models for leadership and agency building.
• Managing and cultivating partnerships with national and global youth-led organisations and associations
• Lead ‘Equality Award’ to encourage youth/girls’ leadership
• Closely work with thematic leads, geographic managers, campaign lead, communication manager, head of MERL, CMT (country management team)
• Building and strengthening partnerships with young people and youth organisations.
• The post has no direct line report but may need to supervise project/s staff, including the intern/s.

What we’re looking for

We are looking for an inspiring and dynamic leader with a Master’s degree in development studies, gender and human rights. Minimum of 5 years’ experience in senior leadership, advocacy, campaigning and child & youth programming.  Significant experience in programme and project management and budget management.
Demonstrated experience in using with success key influencing strategies such as advocacy, lobbying, movement building, or policy development. Experience in developing and delivering strategies and guidelines in development and/or humanitarian contexts. Able to analyse issue, identify strategic and gender aspects, formulate key messages for relevant audiences and deliver through various mediums. Strong knowledge of child, youth and women’s rights and gender justice. Proven experience of working with coalitions and networks.

How to apply:

To find out more details and apply visit: Career Opportunities: Lead- Child & Youth Leadership and should apply online by 30 January 2021. Plan International Bangladesh is committed to ending gender inequality, and achieving a gender balanced workforce. Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply.      

We promote competitive salary, female friendly workplace, outstanding co-workers (who are respectful, professional, unbiased and easy to work with); equal opportunity that mean equal access to promotion, leadership role or incentive programme.

Plan follows an equal opportunity policy and actively encourages diversity welcoming applications from all especially women and people living with disability.

Salary Package: BDT. 169760 to 185000 (monthly cost to the company) along with other benefits i.e., hospitalization benefit for spouse and children, contributory provident fund, gratuity, leave, group insurance and yearly medical check-up for employee (only).

Only short-listed candidates shall be contacted. References will be taken and background and Anti-terrorism checks will be carried out in conformity with Plans Child Protection Policy.          

Attractive salary will be offered to deserving candidate along with other benefits as per organization’s policy.

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