Cooperative Development Officer (Economic Empowerment & Governance)

Requirements
Education

Master of Development Studies (MDS), Master of Science (MSc) in Sociology, Master of Science (MSc) in Social Science

Experience

At least 5 years

The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s):

NGO, Development Agency
Additional Requirements

Age at most 45 years

Experience in working with:
Cooperative/Apex body development.
Experience of conducting/facilitating training to the Cooperative/Apex body.
Community led approaches for developing Self Help Group and Apex body functions & management.
Reporting.
Essential Competencies:
Project Implementation Skill.
Social/Community Mobilization Skill
Facilitation Skill
Coordination/Advocacy/Networking/Communication Skill
Reporting & Documentation Skill
Monitoring & Evaluation Skill
Financial management
Decision making
Conflict resolution
Leadership
Self-development
Problem solving
Planning, analytical and organizational skills
Ability to work under pressure and manage workload effectively
Supportive, effective and good team player
Staff Management
Willing to adapt to IRW’s norms and values
Have a valid driving license for motor bike and willing to travel and work in the most remote areas of Bangladesh
IT Skill:
Proven Expertise of Microsoft Word/ Excel/Power Point.
Language Skill:
Excellent- -Reading/Writing/Speaking/Listening for English & Bengali.
Desirable Competencies:
Project Management
Basic Photographic Skill
Strategic Management
Responsibilities & Context
Cooperative/Apex body Development -30%
Coordinate in formulating the Cooperative/Apex body development strategy for Apex bodies and Cooperative/Apex body societies under several projects.
Provide support in updating and implementing policies, procedures, and systems for Cooperative/Apex body development and self-help group (SHG) management
Facilitate and monitor pre-Cooperative/Apex body orientation activities in the SHGs and Apex bodies as they develop into Cooperatives/Apex bodies
Assist in the formation and registration of new Cooperative/Apex body societies.
Provide guidance on best practices for Cooperative/Apex body governance, management, and operations.
Support existing Cooperatives/Apex bodies in developing strategic plans and operational frameworks.
Provide technical assistance through formal/ informal training, coaching, exposure, and other possible ways to improve Cooperative/Apex body business and financial management, business/ enterprise development and planning, and business set-up
Coordinate in facilitating multi-stakeholder consultation meetings, workshops, and business to business meetings for better market linkages.
Monitor, support and backstop the Cooperatives/Apex bodies for effective functioning.
Build relationships with external agencies (public and private), and facilitate engagement with similar organizations (unions, federations).
Conduct assessments of Cooperatives/Apex bodies on a regular basis to evaluate their status, by using the Cooperative/Apex body Assessment Tools.
Conduct regular follow up on the project activity, and work progress.
Strengthening Cooperative/Apex body Business -20%
Support Cooperatives/Apex bodies in formulating short- and long-term strategies and business plans and ensure their effective implementation.
Support Cooperatives/Apex bodies to ensure the Cooperative/Apex body-owned business are appropriately linked to the markets and functioning sustainably.
Support leveraged resource mobilization and investment for sustainable growth of Cooperative/Apex body enterprises.
Support Cooperative/Apex body in developing business relationships with financial institutions, banks, and other value chain actors.
Support in providing business development services to Cooperative/Apex body members (finance, inputs, training, market linkages and support services).
Provide support in economic transformation and market system development.
Training and Capacity Building – 30%
Design training content based on Cooperative/Apex body principles, values, norms and business model (Islamic shariah base financial products) and prepare methodology, training material and training manual
Facilitate Cooperatives/Apex bodies in the orientation to have a fuller understanding of co-op principles and values.
Facilitate cross-learning among Cooperatives/Apex bodies and encourage the adaptation of best practices.
Liaise with Cooperatives/Apex bodies for training related activities.
Work on any other training related activities as per immediate needs and priorities, as required.
Prepare training reports, conduct M&E of training, and prepare training database.
Conduct/coordinate Cooperative/Apex body related level training at national/regional/local level.
Provide training to staffs on Cooperative/Apex body principles, values, norms and business model (Islamic shariah base financial products).
Any other tasks assigned by project Manager/Supervisor/Management in relation to projects activities.
Community engagement, Advocacy, communication and reporting – 15%
Prepare and submit regular reports on Cooperative/Apex body activities, performance metrics, and strategic initiatives to management and stakeholders.
Analyse data related to Cooperative/Apex body operations and present findings to inform decision-making.
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements by maintaining accurate records and documentation.
Develop and maintain documentation related to Cooperative/Apex body policies, procedures, and best practices.
Create educational materials and resources for Cooperative/Apex body members and potential stakeholders.
Maintain an organized filing system for all Cooperative/Apex body documents, including meeting minutes, financial records, and member communications.
Serve as the primary point of contact for communication between Cooperative/Apex body members, management, and external partners.
Facilitate workshops, training sessions, and meetings to promote Cooperative/Apex body values and operational efficiency.
Develop relationships with community organizations, government agencies, and other stakeholders to support Cooperative/Apex body development.
Advocate for Cooperative/Apex body initiatives and represent the Cooperative/Apex body in public forums and community events.
Other Requirements -5%
Participate & involve with seasonal programs (Ramadan, Qurbani, Winterization, etc.) activities.
Willing and able to travel frequently for extended periods and to remote areas of the projects.
Ensure the safety of team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, exploitation, Fraud, Bribery & Money Laundering to achieve the program’s goals of safeguarding implementation and as well as Act as a key source of support, guidance, and expertise on the safeguarding of harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation, Fraud, Bribery & Money Laundering for establishing a safe working environment
Being a member of Islamic Relief as a child-friendly organization, it is the core responsibility and obligation of each staff member to understand and obey the IR Child Protection & PSEA Policy and respond accordingly as and when required.
Compensation & Other Benefits

Mobile bill, Tour allowance, Provident fund, Weekly 2 holidays, Insurance, Gratuity

Festival Bonus: 1

Other benefits will be provided as per organizational HR Policy.
Workplace
Work at office
Employment Status
Full Time
Job Location
Rangpur
Read Before Apply
For more details on Job information, Please download the job description from our official website (islamicrelief.org.bd). Female Candidates are highly encouraged to apply. However, Islamic Relief Bangladesh considers diversity in the workplace and is a committed equal-opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all suitable candidates regardless of gender, race, family or marital status, ethnicity, disability, class, caste, or religion.
Apply Procedure
Hard Copy If the candidates feel that their qualifications, exposure, and experience match our requirements, and they are willing to commit to our values and are sympathetic to our beliefs then please download the Application Form from our official website (islamicrelief.org.bd) and send the filled form to [email protected] on or before the closing date. Please mention only “Position Name” as the subject of the e-mail. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further selection. Interviews are expected to take place on an ongoing basis and the vacancy may close earlier than the above closing date)
Company Information
Islamic Relief Bangladesh
Address:
Bangladesh Country Office: House # 10, Road # 10, Block-K, Baridhara, Dhaka-1212
Business:
Islamic Relief Worldwide (IRW) – founded in 1984 and based in Birmingham, UK – is an independent humanitarian and development organization. It supports the world’s most vulnerable people in their fight against poverty & sufferings regardless of race, political affiliation, gender, or belief, and without expecting anything in return. It is a signatory to the Code of Conduct for the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.
IRW has a presence in 45 countries across the globe. Some funds of the organization come from individual donations and others from institutional donors such as the DFID, EU, SIDA, CIDA/IDRF, Forum Syd, WFP, UNDP, and ECHO.
Islamic Relief(IR) started working in Bangladesh in 1991 in order to help the distressed survivors of the devastating cyclone by providing emergency relief and supporting communities to rebuild in the wake of that cyclone. Initially, it focused on emergency relief & disaster preparedness activities. Later on, it expanded its programs on both humanitarian and development challenges. Now it works in an integrated manner combining emergency humanitarian assistance, short-term work opportunity, shelter support, awareness & training on different DRR, climate change, development, health & hygiene and social issues, cash grant, IGA means, health & nutrition, safe water & sanitation, education, advocacy and linkage with different service providers. As a registered charity, IR is open and transparent; it continually assesses its work and operational methods to improve impact and effectiveness.
Islamic Relief values and commitment to safeguarding: IRB is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behavior at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity, and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people, adults, and beneficiaries with whom IRB engages. IRB expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us. All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records checks. IRW also participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.
In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job 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.

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