About the Role

The Project Coordinator will be responsible for managing the project, “Combatting Gender Based Violence (CGBV) in Bangladesh” Project on behalf of Christian Aid, a project supported by UN WOMEN in Bangladesh and funded Global Affairs Canada, one or two additional projects based on the need. The role will also represent Christian Aid in meetings and networks and will increase the profile and visibility of Christian Aid’s gender and inclusion work as well as country program. The role will provide technical expertise to Christian Aid and partner organizations on gender and prevention and protection of gender-based violence. The position will work with the team to ensure that gender and inclusion is integrated from program design to implementation.

About you

To be successful in this position, the incumbent should have a Minimum Master’s Degree in social science from any reputed university in Gender Studies/Development Studies/Sociology/Anthropology or any other relevant field with at least 3-5 years’ experience working in development issues with international organizations/ INGOs. Knowledge of women’s rights and gender-based violence issues in Bangladesh and demonstrated experience to work in GBV projects.

Practical experience in facilitation and communication skills with high level government and private sector to represent organization. Should have experience in designing and implementing development programs to advance gender and inclusion outcomes in Bangladesh. Experience in coordination and provide technical support in different stakeholders and partnership management. Demonstrated excellent verbal and written fluency in English and Bangla.

Further information

This role is a national position and requires applicants to have the right to work in the country where this position is based.

We value diversity and aspire to reflect this in its workforce. We welcome applications from people from all sections of the community, irrespective of race, colour, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.

Christian Aid is committed to providing a safe and trusted environment for every person connected to the work we do; and to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour including sexual harassment and exploitation, abuse, and financial misconduct. Any candidate offered a job with Christian Aid is expected to share and demonstrate our values and adhere to Christian Aid’s Safeguarding policy and sign Christian Aid’s Code of Conduct.

You can expect a wide range of rewards and benefits, including a generous holiday allowance, and flexibility that will ensure you enjoy a good work/life balance. Terms and conditions will vary depending on the location.

How to Apply

To apply for this post and download detailed role profile logon to: Christian Aid Jobs. or, Role Profile of Project Coordinator- Combatting Gender Based Violence (CGBV) in Bangladesh Project.
Interested candidates are requested to submit their updated CV and supporting statement expressing their interest and suitability in the role and complete the application online form by or before 21 March 2021. For queries related to the online applications please contact us on: bangladesh-jobs@christian-aid.org
Please note CVs via email will not be accepted. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. If you have not been contacted by April 25, 2021 please assume your application was unsuccessful.
Christian Aid values diversity and aspires to reflect this in our workforce. We welcome applications from people from all sections of the community, irrespective of caste, race, colour, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief.

Annual Salary: BDT 1508884 gross per annum + medical reimbursement, provident fund, gratuity, life and medical insurance

Location: Dhaka, Bangladesh
Contract Status: Until June 2022.
Closing date: 21 March 2021

About Christian Aid

Christian Aid exists to create a world where everyone can live a full life, free from poverty. We are a global movement of people, churches and local organisations who passionately champion dignity, equality and justice worldwide. We are the changemakers, the peacemakers, the mighty of heart. Christian Aid is a UK based organization partnering with others to end poverty in Bangladesh. At the heart of this vision is transformation of the lives of people who live in poverty, empowering them to have a brighter future. With a diversity of contexts, cultures and practices, combined with a highly varied portfolio of programmes offers an enriching opportunity for a mid-level HR professional to contribute their expertise to eradicating poverty and fighting social injustice.