JOB OPPORTUNITY/ CIRCULAR

Safety and Rights Society (SRS)

Career Opportunity

To align with the project’s youth-centric focus, we welcome applicants with forward-thinking, innovative, and transformative approaches to the required deliverables.

Position Title: Inclusion Lead

Project name: USAID Bijoyee Project, Led by CARE Bangladesh and funded by USAID

Number of Positions: 01 (one)

Location: SRS Head Office

I. Job Summary:

SRS is a prominent national NGO in Bangladesh, as we dedicate ourselves to championing workers’ rights and nurturing the potential of the youth. With a steadfast commitment to social justice, we advocate for fair wages, safe working conditions, compensations and equitable treatment for workers, while empowering the youth through skill development, leadership training, and educational opportunities. As a part of our impactful team, you’ll be instrumental in creating positive change and fostering a better future for marginalized communities and the nation as a whole. Apply now to be a catalyst for transformation and contribute to a more just and inclusive society.

SRS is set to implement the USAID Bijoyee Project, a five-year project supported by CARE Bangladesh, in collaboration with a consortium of youth-led and youth-serving organizations. BIYA’s primary objective is to empower youth, especially young women and socially marginalized individuals, who are not in education, employment, or training (NEET). The project aims to equip them with market-oriented soft and life skills, resources, and social capital to secure green and gainful employment, fostering significant social and environmental impact. Bijoyee will focus on strengthening the youth ecosystem, providing organizational development support to national and grassroots youth organizations, offering incubation and start-up assistance to young entrepreneurs, and promoting youth-inclusive policies and planning. The project will be executed in urban and per-urban areas, encompassing seventeen districts, with the strategic partnership of the Department of Youth Development (DYD) and relevant government and private sectors.

SRS is welcoming applications from young Bangladeshi professionals for the role of Inclusion Lead. The position is located in Dhaka and reports directly to the Executive Director. The Inclusion Lead’s primary responsibilities include leading project team, mapping youth-specific and youth-relevant policies, establishing an inclusion mapping system, and collaborating with other project partners. Additionally, the Inclusion Lead will closely cooperate with the Executive Director to facilitate project activities.

II. Responsibilities and Tasks:

Responsibility – 01: Project Implementation and Management

· Lead the planning, execution, and successful completion of project activities, ensuring they align with the organization’s mission and values.

· Collaborate with project teams to establish project goals, objectives, and timelines, and oversee their attainment.

· Monitor project progress, manage resources, and address any issues or challenges that may arise.

· Supervise project team, assign tasks, and ensure their responsibilities are clearly defined.

· Develop project budgets, oversee financial aspects, and ensure projects remain within budget constraints.

· Prepare regular project status reports for the Executive Director and other stakeholders.

Responsibility – 02: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)

· Infuse diversity, equity, and inclusion principles into all project activities, policies, and procedures.

· Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create and refine strategies that promote DEI within projects.

· Advocate for policies that uphold DEI values and contribute to a more inclusive and equitable working environment.

· Act as a champion for inclusion, addressing concerns, and fostering a safe and diverse workplace.

· Develop and nurture partnerships with external organizations, stakeholders, and communities to advance DEI objectives.

Responsibility – 03: Monitoring and Evaluation

· Implement a robust monitoring and evaluation framework to measure project effectiveness and outcomes.

· Collect and analyze data to assess project performance and make data-driven decisions.

· Prepare reports on project outcomes, highlighting areas of success and areas that require improvement.

· Use evaluation results to adapt and enhance project strategies and activities.

· Ensure project goals are met and align with the organization’s mission and DEI objectives.

Responsibility – 04: Reviewing Policies and Practices

· Analyze existing organizational policies, procedures, and practices to identify areas where diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) can be improved.

· Research industry best practices and benchmark against peer organizations to identify opportunities for enhancement in DEI.

· Collect and analyze data related to DEI policies, practices, and their impact on the organization.

· Conduct regular audits and reviews to assess DEI policy compliance and effectiveness.

· Collaborate with HR and legal teams to develop action plans to rectify DEI policy violations.

Responsibility – 05: Engaging with Communities and Employers

· Foster relationships with external organizations, partners, and communities to promote DEI both internally and externally.

· Collaborate with employers, community leaders, and other stakeholders to enhance DEI efforts.

· Advocate for diversity and inclusion within the community and among employers, emphasizing the benefits and social responsibility.

· Stay informed about emerging DEI trends and best practices, and bring external insights to the organization for policy enhancements.

III. Reporting:

Inclusion Lead will report directly to the Executive Director and maintain both horizontal and vertical connections with other colleagues within a matrix management structure.

IV. Working Station:

The positions are based in SRS head office, requiring regular field visits across the 18 districts within the corresponding divisions.

V. Qualifications:

· At least 5 years of experience in a leadership role.

· Strong facilitation skills in soft skills training will be an advantage.

· A Master’s degree in Social Science, Development Studies, or a related field.

· In-depth understanding of the social and economic challenges faced by NEET youth.

· Demonstrated experience in collaborating with private sector stakeholders, youth networks, government officials, and civil society organizations.

· Exceptional skills in oral and written communication, interpersonal relations, presentations, and negotiations.

Compensation Package

The highly qualified candidate will be compensated with a monthly salary of BDT 63,000, and they will also receive additional supplementary benefits from SRS in accordance with project assistance. Applicants from marginalized communities and women are highly encouraged to apply.

Candidates who meet the mentioned criteria and are interested in the position are requested to submit their updated CV and a cover letter to info@safetyandrights.org no later than December 15, 2024.

Note:

SRS strives for a diverse workforce, offering equal opportunities regardless of race, age, gender, class, ethnicity, disability, location, or religion.
Qualified women candidates are encouraged to apply.
Personal persuasion or phone calls during the application process will lead to disqualification.
SRS has a non-negotiable policy of ZERO TOLERANCE towards discrimination, harassment, and abuse, with employees expected to follow the Code of Conduct Policy.
Applying for SRS positions is free of charge, and any requests for application costs are fraudulent.