1. Background

SDS (Shariatpur Development Society) is a non-governmental organization working to improve the resilience, wellbeing, and dignity of vulnerable communities in climate-affected areas of Bangladesh. Communities in Shariatpur district are increasingly exposed to climate-induced hazards such as river erosion, flooding and livelihood disruption. Beyond economic losses, these impacts cause significant Non-Economic Loss and Damage (NELD), including loss of culture and heritage, social cohesion, identity, dignity, mental wellbeing, traditional knowledge, and safety.

SDS aims to systematically integrate NELD considerations into its organizational strategy, programs, and advocacy efforts. SDS will institutionalize NELD by first developing an Organizational NELD Integration Framework a practical guide that sets out our approach, roles, and tools for mainstreaming NELD and gender across every program. To drive this work SDS will establish an internal NELD taskforce drawing members from key departments/projects/Programs to coordinate implementation, manage learning, and translate insights into operational strategy. In parallel, SDS will conduct an organizational policy review (DRR, Gender, Code of Conduct, Climate Adaptation) to embed NELD and psychosocial resilience requirements. To achieve this, SDS seeks to engage a qualified consultant to design a NELD Integrated Framework that aligns with national priorities, global climate justice discourse, and the lived experiences of affected communities, with strong attention to gender equality, disability inclusion and intersectionality.

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Deadline: 7^th March 2026.