Environment and RECP Officer -1 Position

Responsibilities & Context

Sagarika Samaj Unnyan Sangsta is a prominent NGO established in 1985. Sagarika Samaj Unnyan Sangsta is going to implement a sub-project titled Promote sustainable pisciculture farming through effective use of equipment, resources, clean production practices in the Noakhali district’ as a part of the ‘Sustainable Microenterprise and Resilient Transformation (SMART)’ project. This sub-project aims to increase resource-efficient and resilient green growth of microenterprises (MEs) under Pisciculture sub-sector. The project is jointly financed by the World Bank, Palli Karma-Sahayak Foundation (PKSF), and Sagarika Samaj Unnyan Sangstha.

The organization is seeking competent project management professionals under the SMART project funded by Palli Karma Shahayak Foundation (PKSF). The detailed Terms of Reference (ToR) of the positions are given bellow.

1. Duration

The employee will initially be hired for a one-year term, with possibility of extending the contract till 30 June 2028, based on satisfactory performance.

2. Sub-project Objectives

1. Adoption of climate-resilient RECP practices by MEs

2. Ensure the use of technology to increase fish production and marketing

3. Produce by-product through improved fish water management

4. Ensure the sale of product in a hygienic manner through the development of market structure management

5. Value addition to manufactured goods.

6. Digitalization of the environmental and financial management system (digital tool for loans processing, disbursement and monitoring)

3. Sub-project Working Areas

The sub-project will work across Noakhali districts.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The ‘Environment and RECP Officer’ will work under the direct supervision of the Project Manager and will undertake following duties and responsibilities, which are essential but not limited to:
Assist the Project Manager in planning, monitoring, and supervising the implementation of project activities.
Create awareness among the microenterprises about environment, climate-resilient RECP, climate vulnerability, and Occupational Health and Safety (OHS).
Provide training on Environment, Climate Resilient RECP and Climate vulnerability at ME level.
Facilitate MEs to implement RECP practices.
Make regular field visits to monitor RECP practices including data collection, analysis, and reporting.
Educate project staff about environment, climate-resilient RECP, climate vulnerability, and OHS issues.
Guide project staff to implement climate-resilient RECP and OHS practices.
Prepare sub-project-specific Environmental and Social Management Plan (ESMP).
Facilitate formation of Environment Clubs, including arrangement of regular monthly meeting, celebration of national and international days, and youth engagement program.
Maintain liaison and coordination with local authorities like DoE.
Any other tasks, duties, or specific tasks assigned by the Project Manager and senior management of the Sagarika Samaj Unnyan Sangsta

Requirements

Education

Minimum BSc. (Hons.) in Environmental Sciences/Civil and Environmental Engineering/ Environment and Disaster Management/Forestry and Environment/ Geography and Environment/Environment and Natural Resources Management, or BSc. in Civil Engineering from a UGC-approved university.

Experience

At least 3 years

Additional Requirements

Age at most 40 years

Working Experience

Minimum three (3) years of experience in working on Environmental management and/or RECP implementation.
Relevant working experience with PKSF or any project funded by any multi-lateral development partners would be preferred.
Experience in working in enterprise development related projects will be an added advantage.
Knowledge and Skills
Proven knowledge of environmental monitoring regarding use of resource, energy, water, waste-water, waste management, and air emission.
Field-level experience on environmental management (IEE, EIA, ESMP, etc.) and RECP implementation.
Experience of providing environment and resources management training, awareness building among mass people on Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) issues.
Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Good computer knowledge (MS office suite, typing both English and Bangla).
Age Limit
Maximum 40 years of age on the last date of application.

Compensation & Other Benefits

Monthly consolidated salary is BDT 50000/-

Other admissible benefits (Festival Bonus, Bangla Noboborsho allowance, Mobile allowance, etc.) as per the organization's policy.

Salary and other admissible benefits (if any) are inclusive of all taxes as imposed by the government of Bangladesh. Taxes will be deducted at sources as per government rules.

Workplace

Work at office

Employment Status

Full Time

Job Location

Noakhali