Senior Programme Assistant (Nutrition): The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) Bangladesh

Vacancy Announcement
NO. WFP/GS-FTA/2012/02
Date of issue: 13 March 2012

The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) Bangladesh invites applications from Bangladeshi nationals for recruitment of the following position:
           
Position: Senior Programme Assistant (Nutrition)  
Post Grade: GS-6
No. of posts: 1 (One) Duty Station: Dhaka
Duration: One year (with possibility of extension)
Contract: Fixed Term Appointment (FTA)Application Deadline: 29 March 2012

Under the direct supervision of the Head of Nutrition Unit, the Senior Programme Assistant is responsible for the following duties:

• Undertake negotiations for and prepare project documents (programme strategy, implementation plans and work plans) with government ministries and other participating agencies.
• Organize project planning missions, meetings and briefing sessions to identify and analyze problems and recommend project;
• Provide guidance, on-the-job training and assistance to field staff and cooperating partner staff;
• Assess project performance including utilization of resources and achievement of planned targets;
• Prepare status and progress reports by providing information and background material for use in discussions and briefing sessions;
• Evaluate, develop, recommend procedures. Participates in discussions on new/revised procedures and practices; interprets and assesses the impact of changes and makes recommendations on follow up actions;
• In close coordination with the respective WFP-Sub-offices, undertake regular field visits to monitor/oversee the nutrition intervention implementation, support field offices and report on activities with, critical analysis and lessons learnt and provide feedback for improvements/corrections;
• Maintain a well coordinated working relationship with key stakeholders and partners;
• Maintain records on programme activities, from formulation stage through completion, by extracting relevant information from reports, project committees, budget records and other documentation; make information available for country briefs, country profiles, and other related purposes; ensure project cycle deadlines are met; Keep all program files up to date and well organized and ensure easy access by other staff
• Carry out advocacy and information related tasks for project/programme activities such as making interventions and presentations in meetings, workshops, seminars, missions, etc;

Administrative

• Monitor the receipt of necessary shipping, freight or other documents and notify the appropriate WFP officer of non-receipt;
• Monitor, update and track data related to project issues, commodity pipelines and financial allotment status reports, informing the relevant divisions accordingly; ensure accuracy of data related to the above;
• Issue letters of guarantee and no-charge invoices as instructed;
• Analyze and prepare projections for food commodities and non-food items to ensure timely call forward and/or local procurement;
• Assist in compiling monthly statistics on food aid and commercial food shipments to the country;
• Support in the drafting terms of reference (ToR), field level agreement (FLA), note for the record (NFR) and correspondence to the stakeholders;
• Analyze contract terms and conditions, and correct any observed discrepancies between contract rates and invoice amounts;
• Perform other related duties as required.

Expected Results: Well organized, complete and accurate reports, records and/or data, put together independently with only general guidance.

Critical Success Factors: Sound judgment; ability to extract, interpret, analyze and format data and to resolve operational problems. Ability to work with minimum supervision; to supervise and train support staff; and to work effectively with people of different national and cultural backgrounds.

Minimum qualifications:

Education: Masters Degree in Nutrition (public health nutrition , community nutrition or applied nutrition) or Public Health.

Experience: At least five years of progressively responsible experience, of which four years in nutrition programme implementation or nutrition program coordination. Experience in monitoring nutrition programmes and the ability to analyze qualitative and quantitative data sets are an added advantage.

Knowledge:

• Substantial knowledge of community based food security and nutrition programmes, national nutrition situation including policies and programmes;
• Skills in utilizing computer efficiently including word processing, Excel, PowerPoint presentations;
• Good communication and coordination skills are essential including English writing skills;
• Training skills required.

Language: Fluency in both written and oral English and Bangla.

How to apply:

Only candidates meeting the above requirements are requested to send their application quoting this vacancy announcement and Post Title along with one copy passport size photograph, Curriculum Vitae (with contact telephone number and name & addresses of three references) and Summary of Candidate’s Profile as per prescribed format attached with the TOR to: Human Resources Officer, WFP, UN Offices, IDB Bhaban, Sher-e-Bangla Nagar, Agargaon, Dhaka, Bangladesh or e-mail to: Bangladesh_Vacancy_Announcement@wfp.org mentioning the position applied on the subject line by 29 March 2012. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Click here to download: the Summary of Candidate's Profile

WFP is an equal opportunity employer and encourages female candidates to apply.
   
UN Offices, IDB Bhaban, E/8-A, Rokeya Sharani, Sher-e-Bangla Nagar, Dhaka-1207, Bangladesh, GPO Box 2488, Dhaka-1000
Tel: (880-2) 8116344-48, 8119064-72, Fax: (880-2) 8113147, email: info.bd@wfp.org,  Website: http://www.wfp.org/bangladesh

ActionAid Bangladesh is looking for Programme Officer - Research

Position: Programme Officer - Research
Type of Contract: Short Term (Up to July 31, 2012)
Deadline: October 01, 2011 on or before 5:00 PM

ActionAid is an international anti-poverty agency working in over 40 countries, taking sides with poor people to end poverty and injustice together.

ActionAid Bangladesh is looking for suitable candidate for the following position:
Programme Officer - Research
Scaling up Community-Based Adaptation with Local Government in Bangladesh (CBA-LG) Project


Key responsibilities:

• Support the drafting of overall research plans; contribute to strategic and action plans; formulate, develop and continually update research strategies to secure effective implementation
• Assist in the design/implement models for research projects; gather information for ongoing projects
• Prepare concept notes, draft background papers, analysis, sections of reports and studies, inputs to publications; ensure quality control of translation/adaptation of documents in English
• Review and analyse issues and trends, prepare impact evaluation or equivalent studies etc.
• Provide technical assistance to local partners and Gonogobeshona (community research) teams in conducting research on climate change adaptation and disaster risk reduction using participatory tools
• Coordinate the preparation and convening of expert meetings relative to research projects and responding to internal and external research queries from colleagues and stakeholders
• Build strategic relationships with key international institutions, government officials and local partners organisations to contribute to in-country and international research
• Expand and maintain a network of specialist researchers, research assistants and supervise Field Research Assistants
  

Required qualifications & competencies:

• Masters degree in Development Studies/ Sociology/ Anthropology/ Geography/ Environment Science/ equivalent
• At least 3 years of work experience in ‘applied research’ in climate change adaptation and disaster risk reduction
• Good knowledge in qualitative and qualitative research
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work in a team
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadline
  
• Willingness to extensive field visit
• Publication on or related to climate change adaptation and disaster risk reduction is desired
  

How to apply:

Only those who meet the above requirements are requested to apply. Please follow the apply instructions below:

Last date of application is Thursday October 01, 2011 on or before 5:00 PM

• Please click this link to find a prescribed Job Application Form & send the filled in form to aab.jobs@actionaid.org
  
• Mention the name of the position applied for in subject of the e-mail
• Attach a cover letter addressing Head – Human Resource & Organisation Development
  

[ActionAid aims to attract and select a diverse workforce with the skills and capabilities to fulfil the requirements. Any personal persuasion/phone-call will result in disqualification of candidature.]

Please quote jobsinbd.blogspot.com as the source of the job advert

Transparency International Bangladesh is looking for Associate

Transparency International Bangladesh (TIB) is inviting applications for appointment to the position of Associate (Outreach & Communication). The position is based in Dhaka. Monthly Gross Salary: Tk. 21,140,00. Other benefits are applicable as per relevant rules of TIB.

Positon: Associate (Outreach &Communication)
Deadline: 9 September 2010

SEARCH of true Leaders & Winners Sales Manager Engineer

Carl Zeiss is the integrated Medical Technology Company holding world leading position in optics & medical products is growing fast in Bangladesh with hand to hand cooperation of its Distributor Globex Marketing Company Ltd. looks performance Driven People those who willing to take Challenges, lead the team, create the opportunity to accelerate continuous growth of market share.

Positions:

1. Sales Manager
2. Assistant Sales Manager
3. Sales Engineer

Deadline: 28th August 2010

Human Resources and Management Consultants at grow n excel

grow n excel started its journey with a mission to help individuals and organizations. We offer total HR solutions to our clients through customized HR services & programs broadly categorized in the area of Consulting, Training & HR Outsourcing. Since its inception, grow n excel is engaged in various assignments in different sectors like FMCG, telecommunication, energy, oil exploration, media, financial institutes, pharmaceutical, real estate and development organization including large multinationals and local conglomerates.


grow n excel aspires to be an active contributor in the transformation of our economy by unleashing individuals’ potential and developing human capital. Currently, we are looking for young and vibrant individuals in the following position:
HR Associate


This position will provide opportunity to work closely with industry experts in a learning environment.

Responsibilities:

• HR Consultancy

o Work closely with Lead Consultant and Senior Consultants in various projects

• Executive Search

o Handle clients as well as candidates in connection with Executive Search Services
o Managing CV database and work continuously to update and enrich the database
o Arrange and conduct interviews if required
o Innovate new ways of resourcing

• Training & Development

o Assist in preparing training modules and materials

Requirements:

• BBA majoring in HRM from a reputed university, fresh graduates are encouraged to apply
• Passionate, customer focused and ready to drive excellence
• Excellent in business writing and communication
• Ability to work in teams and under pressure to meet strict deadlines
  

grow n excel offers excellent working environment where we ensure strong focus on appropriate learning and growth opportunity. We also offer attractive compensation package for deserving candidates.

Interested Candidates can mail their CV with a recent passport size photograph to info @ grownexcel.com by 10th February, 2010.

You can also upload your CV directly to our web site by following the link: http://grownexcel.com/cv_upload.php

Program officer in Bangladesh Institute of ICT in Development

Bangladesh Institute of ICT in Development (BIID) is a distinct initiative to support and promotion of Information and Communication Technology for Development (ICT4D) in Bangladesh. BIID's primary focus to facilitate developing ICT enabled services in livelihood in rural areas.

As a part of BIID's continuous growth, we are looking for smart, energetic and qualified Program Officer (2 Positions) to strengthen our existing team. Main responsibilities will be to design project implementation plan and supervise the field activities with the understanding on strategic objectives and program management.

Major qualifications for the post are -

1. Self Motivated, innovative and team-playing attitude
2. Minimum graduation in social or business studies
3. Excellent verbal and written communication both in English and Bangla
4. Willing to visit field on regular basis
5. Understanding about livelihood of rural people and economy
6. Knowledge and skill to use ICT in day to day work
7. Minimum 2 (Two) years experience

Application dateline:April 15, 2009.

BIID offer excellent working environment, attractive compensation, knowledge based skill development facility and performance based career growth. Interested candidates, who fulfill the above requirements is requested to apply with a detail CV along with 2 recent passport size photograph at Bangladesh Institute of ICT in Development (BIID), House No. B165, Road No. 23, Mohakhali DOHS, Dhaka 1206, Bangladesh or email at info@biid.org.bd by April 15, 2009.

ActionAid job opportunity

ActionAid is an international anti-poverty agency working in over 40 countries, taking sides with poor people to end poverty and injustice together.

Program Officer- Social Inclusion

Responsibilities:

• Responsibility to support partnership management under the leadership and guidance of Theme Leader, Social Inclusion Theme.
• Frequent field visit to partners offices/area as part of program and financial monitoring
• Sharing information with others about program and project activities of the theme
• Maintain filing and documentation of the theme
• Manage events and organize programs for the theme
• Prepare budget of the theme
• Prepare reports of the events, field visit
• Provide logistic support to the theme
• Maintain media communication on the events/programs of the theme
• Networking and Liaison with PNGOs, Gov and other stakeholders
• Represent AAB in external forums on the issues concerned.
• Work together with the initiatives of greater team of Right and Social Justice Sector
• Any other task assigned by the line manager

Key Qualifications and competencies:

• Masters in Social Science/ Education/ Development Studies or related subjects
• Two to Four years in relevant field and a total of Five years in development field.
• Ability to communicate in English.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Computer literate.
• Willingness to travel extensively in the field.
• Willing to work in the team and under pressure.

Associate Officer-Sponsorship (2 Positions)

Responsibilities:

• Prepare Newsletter and Progress Reports of Projects and ensure dispatching of these reports to supporters within deadlines
• Ensure collection of fundraising materials (Child Message and Photos) from projects and update sponsorship data management system (NK)
• Carryout web based Sponsorship data management
• Work effectively with partner organizations to ensure smooth implementation of child sponsorship program at partner and at field level
• Ensure smooth communication with Funding Affiliate regarding child Sponsorship communications
• Participate in plans and budget and review activities (M & E)
• Ensure that children get benefits from programs
• Organizing and facilitate workshop/training for partners capacity building in Child Sponsorship management
• Work with horizontal teams of ActionAid

Key Qualifications and competencies:

• Master degree preferably in English
• At least two years experience is preferred in the relevant field.
• Experience in writing feature stories, articles and case studies would be an advantage
• Good communication, interpersonal skills and ability to work as an effective team member
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and work independently
• Proficiency in both English and Bangla
• Knowledge of applications such as Ms. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, e-mail and internet etc. is essential
• Strong sense of ownership and responsibility, flexibility and willing to travel

If you meet the above criteria, please apply with an updated CV along with a contract address of two referees on or before 15 th January 2009 to:

The HR Department, ActionAid Bangladesh
PO Box # 6107, Gulshan Post Office, Dhaka 1212
Applicants having e-mail access could provide a soft copy of their CV to aab.jobs@actionaid.org
[Any personal persuasion/phone call will result in disqualification of the candidature]

ActionAid International Website: www.actionaid.org

Career with Palli Karma-Sahayak Foundation

Palli Karma-Sahayak Foundation (PKSF)
PKSF Bhaban, E-4/B, Agargaon Administrative Area
Sher-e-Bangla Nagar, Dhaka-1207
Web: www.pksf-bd.org

Palli Karma-Sahayak Foundation (PKSF), an apex microcredit funding organization working for poverty eradication throughout Bangladesh, invites applications for the following positions in its two projects: i) Programmed Initiatives for Monga Eradication (PRIME) and ii) Learning and Innovation Fund to Test New Ideas (LIFT). PRIME is working for eradicating monga in 5 northern districts, while LIFT is providing financial support to various poor-friendly as well as innovative projects of different organizations located in different districts of the country. These projects are funded by DFID under its Promoting Financial Services for Poverty Reduction (PROSPER) programme in Bangladesh and will end in December 2013.

1. Position: Assistant Programme Coordinator, PRIME and LIFT

No. of vacancy: 1 (one)-PRIME and (one)-LIFT

Job station: Position for PRIME is based in Rangpur and position for LIFT is based in Dhaka

Key responsibilities:

• Monitor the project activities regularly.
• Take corrective measures for proper implementation of project activities.
• Take initiatives to promote and develop PRIME and LIFT programmes.
• Assess proposals of different organizations prior to funding under LIFT programme.

Requirements:

• Masters degree in any discipline from a recognized university with minimum three first classes in the academic life. Candidates having third division/class in the academic period are not eligible to apply.
• Demonstrable experience in marketing/finance/agriculture/livestock/fisheries or food processing.
• Preference will be given to the candidates having experience in training and project activities monitoring.

Remuneration: Taka 25,000/- (consolidated)

Age: Below 35 Years.

2. Position: Assistant Programme Coordinator (Health), PRIME

No. of vacancy : 1(one), Job station: Rangpur

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare plans for ensuring primary health care services for the PRIME beneficiaries. Implement these plans through different partner organizations as well as assess the impact of the health services to PRIME beneficiaries.
• Lead and monitor the activities of health assistants of the partner organizations.
• Facilitate training for the health assistants of the partner organizations.
• Develop and maintain regular contacts with different government/ non- government health-service providers and ensure coordination with them for ensuring primary health care services for the PRIME beneficiaries.

Requirements:

• MBBS degree from any recognized medical college. Candidates having Masters in Public Health (MPH) will be given preference.
• Have demonstrable experience in primary health care services.
• Experience in public health in any NGO would be considered as an additional qualification.

Remuneration: Negotiable

Age: Below 35 Years.

Interested candidates who fulfill the requirements are requested to send their resume with a cover letter along with all copies of certificates and two recent passport size photographs to the undersigned on or before 18 December 2008. Please write the name of the position applied for on the top of the envelope. Only short listed candidates would be called for participating in the selection process. Women are encouraged to apply.

Assistant General Manager (Admin)

Career Opportunities at CPD

Research Associate / Programme Associate

The Centre for Policy Dialogue (CPD), a leading civil society think-tank in South Asia, is planning to recruit a number of qualified professionals who are interested to pursue an intellectually challenging career that demands commitment, initiative and creativity.


Research Associate

The ideal candidate will have a Post Graduate/Masters degree in one of the Social Science disciplines including Economics, International Relations, Public Administration, Finance, Business Administration and Statistics. Four first divisions/class in relevant subject or a minimum CGPA of 3.75 is required which can be relaxed in case of foreign Masters Degree/publication in a recognised journal/specialised job experience. S/he will work as a member of the core research team at CPD. Gross s alary is in the range of Tk. 18,000-25,000 per month and other admissible benefits. The candidate must have g ood analytical ability, excellent drafting skill in both Bangla and English, strong communication skill and high computer literacy.

Programme Associate (Project Based)

The candidate will have a Masters degree in Economics, International Relations, Business Administration, Public Administration and Statistics with at least three first classes or a minimum CGPA of 3.5. S/he will work as a member of research/dialogue team of CPD. CPD will offer a consolidated remuneration of Tk. 15,000 per month for this position.

Selected candidates will be provided upto 12 months contract. Based on the performance, s/he may be offered a Research Associate position or his/her contract period may be extended.

For both positions, s/he should have an ability and willingness to work under pressure in a highly competitive environment. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a written test to be followed by an interview. Interested candidates should provide their resume and a photograph by post, fax or electronic mail by Sunday, 30 November 2008.

Contact Address: CPD, GPO Box 2129, Dhaka 1000, Bangladesh.
Fax: (880 2) 9135269; E-mail: hkabir@cpd.org.bd; Website: www.cpd.org.bd