Position: Upazila Coordinator (4 Positions)
Organization: SHEBA MANAB KALLYAN KENDRA (SMKK)
Location: Barguna and Patuakhali Districts
Contract Duration: 30 Months from  January 2025 to June 2027 (with highly possibility of extension)
Reports To: Project Manager

About SMKK

SHEBA MANAB KALLYAN KENDRA (SMKK) is a non-profit, non-political, non-governmental humanitarian nexus organization established in January 1996. Committed to serving underprivileged populations across Bangladesh, SMKK focuses on areas such as climate resilience, poverty alleviation, gender equality, women empowerment, humanitarian and emergency response, agriculture, WASH, health and nutrition, education, skill development, human rights and good governance, private sector engagement and organizational development.

Currently, SMKK, in partnership with GFA Consulting Group GmbH (GFA) and supported by the CEF include the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC), the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and Global Affairs Canada (GAC), is implementing the "Strengthening Civic Engagement and Gender Equality in Climate-Vulnerable Communities" (NAGARIKATA: SCEGE-CVC) project. The project will be developed in 4 Upazilas of Patuakhali and Barguna districts aiming to enhance civic engagement and promote gender equality among landless, climate-vulnerable communities. This initiative aligns with CEF’s objectives to amplify citizen voice, foster dialogue between civil society and the government, and contribute to SDGs 5 and 16.

Position Summary

The Upazila Coordinators will oversee the implementation of project activities at the Upazila level. They will collaborate with local government officials, community leaders, and field staff to ensure that project activities align with the goals of the NAGARIKATA: SCEGE-CVC project. The role requires monitoring activities, providing guidance to field staff, and fostering effective communication with local stakeholders to ensure the project is responsive to community needs.
Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day implementation of project activities at the Upazila level.
• Coordinate with local government officials, community leaders, and stakeholders.
• Supervise and support field staff, including Community Mobilizers.
• Monitor field activities and provide timely updates to the Project Manager.
• Ensure effective community engagement and mobilization.
• Identify and address challenges to project implementation.

Educational Requirements

•  Master’s degree in Social Sciences, Development Studies, or a related field.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project coordination or management roles.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of local governance and community engagement practices.
• Familiarity with the socio-economic context of Barguna and Patuakhali districts.
• Proficiency in local languages is preferred.
• Willingness to travel extensively within the assigned Upazila.

Monthly consolidated salary: BDT 40,000.00

Other Benefits: As per project provision

Application Process:

Interested candidates are requested to apply with a complete CV not more than 5 pages, including a cover letter, contact mobile/telephone number and a recent passport-size photograph. Applications must be submitted online by the recruitment17.smkk@gmail.com

Additional Notes:

• SMKK is committed to diversity and equal opportunity for all, regardless of race, age, gender, ethnicity, disability, location, or religion.
• Women are particularly encouraged to apply.
• Any personal persuasion or phone calls will result in disqualification.
• SMKK strictly enforces its zero-tolerance policy towards discrimination, harassment, and abuse. Employees must adhere to SMKK’s Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) and Child Protection Policy.
• Internal and external candidates are treated equally in the selection process. Internal candidates should obtain endorsement from their line managers before applying.
• SMKK does not charge any application fees. Any request for such payments should be considered fraudulent.

Application Deadline: 08 January, 2025

Company Information
SHEBA MANAB KALLYAN KENDRA (SMKK)
সেবা মানব কল্যাণ কেন্দ্র (এসএমকেকে)

Dhaka Office:
House #534/538, Hazi Sayed Plaza, Flat-602 (5th Floor), Evercare Road, Vatara,
Dhaka-1212, Bangladesh.
Website: www.smkk.org

Head office:
Dashani, Bagerhat Sadar,