ABOUT THE COMPANY:

Plan International is an independent child rights and humanitarian organisation committed to children living a life free of poverty, violence and injustice. We actively unite children, communities and other people who share our mission to make positive lasting changes in children’s and young people’s lives. We support children to gain the skills, knowledge and confidence they need to claim their rights to a fulfilling life, today and in the future. We place a specific focus on girls and women, who are most often left behind.

We have been building powerful partnerships for children for more than 75 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries.

 

JOB SUMMARY

 

 

Join Us at Plan International Bangladesh: Make a Lasting Impact!

 

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organization that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. Plan International envisages a world in which all children and young people realize their full potential, a vision now shared by the 193 Heads of State and Government who adopted the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development in September 2015.

 

Plan International Bangladesh envisions a 2030 where children and youth, particularly girls and young women, are recognized as leaders of change in gender norms and can make decisions about their lives.

Our country strategy, launched in July 2020, focuses on empowering girls and young women to be heard, live without fear of violence, and achieve their rights.

Our significant achievements to date include gender-transformative actions, humanitarian response to the Rohingya crisis and natural disasters, climate and disaster resilience, building our evidence base, and effective advocacy from local to international levels, as well as evolving our partnership approach.

 

We are committed to supporting children and youth, especially girls and young women, throughout their journey from childhood to adulthood.

Over the next six years, we will amplify and support the role of girls and youth from all identities in a greater social movement.

This will enable them to step out of prescribed gender roles, break the poverty cycle, and manage acute shocks and stressors, including those brought about by climate change. To achieve this vision, PIB must ensure a high-quality, high-performing team to deliver world-class programmes.

The Role and Scope:

The Deputy Director- Rohingya Response & Nexus will be responsible to provide strategic oversight and manage program & influencing work in Cox’s Bazar that focused on the Rohingya refugees and host communities with a planned expansion to the entire Cox Bazar District.

This position will ensure the integration our humanitarian efforts with development and peace initiatives, fostering an environment where children and youth can thrive despite the challenges posed by the crisis.

This profile will set the overall humanitarian & nexus programme vision for Plan in Rohingya crises response, lead strategic and programme planning, implementation, and coordination of programs aimed at building resilience and empowering children and youth, especially girls, within both Rohingya camps and host communities in Cox’s Bazar.

 

Deputy Director- Rohingya Response & Nexus will be involved in strategic leadership, program management, and stakeholder engagement, working closely with government agencies, international organizations, partners, local NGOs, sectors, NGO coordination platform, and community groups.

The post holder will ensure our response is efficient, effective, and adaptive to the changing needs of the communities we serve, incorporating lessons learned and best practices. At the Cox’s Bazar level, the post holder will be Plan International’s representative and will play an active role in supporting advocacy with the Government, UN agencies, Inter Sector Coordination Group (ISCG), INGOs and national organisations.

As member in Extended Leadership Group (ELG) of Plan International Bangladesh, the post holder will require to establish functional coherent relationship and meaningful contribution in strategic discussion and decision in country program.

What we’re looking for:

Strategic Leader: Ensure overall leadership and management of the Rohingya Response program, ensuring alignment with Plan International’s strategic objectives and the triple Nexus approach.

Program Manager: Ensure that program implementation (at least 10-15 projects) is responsive to communities and partners and aligned with principles, values, global strategy, and Plan Internal Bangladesh country strategy

Monitoring Capability: Should provide managerial and programmatic oversight including day-to-day direction to/supervision of the program team; provide mentoring, coaching and capacity-building/training to staff, as needed.

Safety & Security: Collaborate with relevant staffs to ensure adequate risk management systems are in place

Team Expert: Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Why Join Us?

Joining Plan International means engaging in impactful work that transforms lives and promotes equality as part of our global network, you will have opportunities for international collaboration and continuous professional development.

We value diversity and inclusivity, offering a supportive environment where every team member is empowered to thrive.

If you are an experienced leader with a passion for making a difference, we invite you to be a part of our journey and help shape a better future for children in Bangladesh.

Click here for the role profile: Deputy Director- Rohingya Response & Nexus.

Location: Cox’s Bazar

Duration: Two Years

Salary: Monthly consolidated salary range for this role is 287,183 BDT – 358,979 BDT (may vary based on experience) along with other benefits i.e.

Life Insurance, Hospitalization Insurance coverage along with Out Patient Treatment Benefit.

Application Closing Date: 10 August 2024

 

Plan International Bangladesh is committed to ending gender inequality, and achieving a gender balanced workforce.

Equality, diversity and inclusion is at the very heart of everything that we stand for. Only short-listed candidates shall be contacted. Any prior communication or persuasion may lead to disqualification of the candidacy.

 

A range of pre-employment checks and anti-terrorism screening will be undertaken in conformity with Plan International’s Global Policy of Safeguarding.

Plan International also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this scheme we will request information from applicants previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.

By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

 

Please note that Plan International will never ask for any fees through mobile banking or send unsolicited emails requesting payment from candidates.

 

Plan follows an equal opportunity policy and actively encourages diversity welcoming applications from all especially women and people living with disability.

 

-Caution-

 

Recently there have been instances of fraudulent job advertisements/offers in favour of Plan International Bangladesh asking for fees through different mobile Banking options which has led to confusion among job seekers.

Plan International would like to stipulate that these are fraudulent activities and Plan International does not ask for or ever accept any such fees during the recruitment process.

Plan International advises you to be vigilant against such fraudulent activities.

 

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