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Number of positions: 01 

Job Location: Barguna District 

Reporting to: Coordinator, Program 

Name of Project: Locally led Disaster Risk Reduction (LLDRR) Project

CBDP is a non-governmental development organization in Bangladesh's central coastal region. Since 1978, CBDP has implemented numerous development interventions to uphold the rights of marginalized and underprivileged people. It stands as a dynamic community-based development organization that empowers youth and women, strengthens social cohesion, and promotes social entrepreneurship and resilience for sustainable and inclusive growth. 

CBDP is seeking a Project Officer for the LLDRR project. The Project Officer will play a key role in leading and managing a comprehensive climate resilience project with a focus on Disaster Risk Reduction and anticipatory action in collaboration with local communities, institutions, and Project Implementation Committees.  The Project Officer will oversee project planning, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation, ensuring objectives are achieved within the specified timeframe and budget. She/he will play a vital role in this project by maintaining the responsibilities that are given below:

• Oversee implementation of the Joint Action Plan (JAP) within timelines, budgets, and resource allocation. 

• Coordinate with various stakeholders, including government bodies, local communities, NGOs, and funding agencies. 

• Support staff to facilitate different types of training at the community level. 

• Develop a system for collecting baseline information and tracking the project progress in line with the log frame indicators of the project. 

• Ensure that the project is carried out according to standard operating procedures, technical manuals, and policies. 

• Financial management and monitoring.

• Develop and submit accurate monthly work plans and reports to the line manager, copying the Program Coordinator of Concern for information. 

• Develop high-quality donor reports for resilience-related activities contributing to the project, and submit them as required.

• Establish and facilitate Anticipatory Action forums and disaster risk management frameworks. 

• Share lessons learned and JAP review with the secretariat, funding agencies, humanitarian actors, and advocate for gender-sensitive early action strategies.

• Bachelor / Master’s degree in a relevant field, preferably in Climate Science, Disaster Management, Environmental Studies, or a related discipline. 

• 1 year of relevant experience in project management, preferably in climate resilience, disaster management, or related projects. 

• Strong knowledge of social business-centred approaches, anticipatory action, and early warning systems. 

• Proven experience in community engagement, capacity building, and training initiatives. 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Familiarity with MEAL activities and project evaluation processes. 

• Strong organizational and leadership skills. 

• Maximum age: 30 years. However, the age limit may be relaxed for highly experienced and otherwise qualified candidates.

Salary and other admissible benefits as per project provisions. Yearly increments and other benefits will be provided as per the project provision, aligning with the organization's policy. 

CBDP is committed to maintaining a safe and respectful environment free from Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, and Harassment (SEAH). All employees/consultants/suppliers/vendors engaged by CBDP are required to comply with the organization’s Safeguarding and PSEAH policies and to perform their duties in a professional, ethical, and respectful manner. Any violation of these standards, including acts of sexual exploitation, abuse, harassment, or other safeguarding misconduct, may result in the immediate termination of the employment/consultancy contract and any other appropriate action deemed necessary by CBDP. 

CBDP is committed to protecting the rights, dignity, and well-being of all children and takes a strong stance against child abuse, exploitation, neglect, violence, and child labor. All employees are required to comply with CBDP’s Child Safeguarding Policy and Code of Conduct and to uphold the highest standards of child protection throughout their employment. Any violation of these standards may result in disciplinary action, including termination of employment, and referral to the appropriate authorities where applicable.