We believe in the power and potential of every child. Globally we have committed ourselves to the ambitious target of reaching 100 million girls to ensure that they can learn, lead, decide and thrive. Plan International Bangladesh (PIB) is transforming itself to meet the enormous challenge everywhere we work to successfully deliver on our global ambitions and significantly impact children’s rights and gender equality in Bangladesh.

Plan has been working in Cox Bazar to respond to the Rohingya refugee influx since 24 September 2017 implementing the following key objectives: 1. Ensure girls and boys affected by the crisis are protected from violence, abuse, neglect and exploitation through appropriate prevention and response interventions in line with minimum standards. 2. Reduce the transmission of disease from fees to mouth through the promotion of good hygiene practice and the reduction of health risks related to poor sanitation 3. Restore and increase access to safe quality and inclusive educational opportunities for refugee children and adolescents (girls and boys) affected by the Rohingya crisis.

We are dedicated and responsible to act on our core values and advance our organisational purpose- Advancing Children’s Rights and Equality for Girls demonstrate our commitments to stand for what is right.

We value and embrace diversity of skills, backgrounds and perspectives. We recognize that our work is best achieved by reinforcing our capacity in partnership. We are seeking bold, forward-thinking and innovative individuals to join EiE team.

The role:

Centrality of Protection in Protracted Crises (CPPC) is a consortium project in Cox’s Bazar funded by the DFAT-AHP. Under the Consortium project, PIB has been allocated funds for activities related to CPiE, EiE, and Livelihood focusing on vulnerable children, adolescent girls and boys, young women and men. The project will be implemented in host communities (03 unions) and Rohingya communities (04 Camps) in Teknaf sub-districts (upazilas) of Cox’s Bazar District in Chittagong Division, south-eastern Bangladesh. The PIB is seeking a Project Support Coordinator who will support the Project Manager to oversee and manage the smooth operation and implementation of the identified project activities through partner NGO on time, on budget, and with quality. The Project Support Coordinator will support to ensure quality delivery and achievement of project objectives and results. The role requires close collaboration with other project teams.

What we’re looking for:

Master’s degree in social science or equivalent. (e.g., Social Science, international relations, humanitarian studies, development studies). At least 3 years’ experience with partners in implementing on Child Protection, Education or Livelihood related Projects, where 1 years’ proven experience in humanitarian responses specially in Rohingya responses with PNGO will be preferred. Demonstrated skills in providing technical inputs in project operation-related activities such as financial management, budget analysis, procurement, logistics support and M&E tools. Have strong insights on the complex situation for adolescents and young regarding their protection, education, SRH rights and SGBV issues. Demonstrated skills in training manual/module development and facilitation skills. Ability to support PNGOs on implementation, monitoring and supervision of development projects. Ability to work in a matrix management, strict date line and multi-tasking environment.  In-depth understanding on gender dimension, gender equality and inclusion, gender transformation as well as equal power and partnership concepts. Working experience in matrix management. Flexible and adaptive to take challenges. Excellent interpersonal communication skills. Verbal and written proficiency in English. Ready for extensive travel to remote geographical location. Willingness to visit remote areas and to work with children and young people. Ability to manage budget and monitor outcomes. Skills in organization and facilitation of training and workshops for different stakeholders. Ability to work independently while being a strong team player. Experience in managing humanitarian projects

About Plan International

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.

We believe in the power and potential of every child. This is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. Its girls who are most affected.  Plan International’s new Global Strategy aims to transform the lives of 100 million girls by implementing an integrated programme and influence approach.

How to apply:

To find out more details and apply visit: Career Opportunities: Project Support Coordinator

Plan International Bangladesh is committed to ending gender inequality, and achieving a gender balanced workforce. 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.

Salary Package for this role is BDT. 77,145 fixed monthly Cost to the company. Along with other benefits i.e., hospitalization benefit for spouse and children, contributory provident fund, Festival Bonus, leave, group insurance and yearly medical check-up for employee.

Closing Date: 24^th August 2023. Project duration up to 31^st December 2025 and selected candidate will get initially one-year contract for this position and highly possibility for extension based on performance. Early submission is strongly encouraged as application collection and selection process will go simultaneously. Only short-listed candidates will be communicated for interview. Any form of persuasion in the selection process will automatically disqualify the candidacy. Selected candidates must be willing to join within very short notice. Only Bangladeshi citizen are eligible for apply.

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

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