Interested candidates should send their up-to-date CV (max. 2 pages) along with a 1-page cover letter describing their interest in and suitability for this position to wcsbangladesh@wcs.org, addressing the Country Director, WCS Bangladesh, with the subject line 'Application for Research and Community Engagement Officer' by 20 April 2024.
Background
The Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) Bangladesh is a not-for-profit conservation and research organization actively engaged in Bangladesh since 2004, aiming to save wildlife and wild places through science, conservation action, education, and inspiring people to value nature. The WCS Bangladesh Marine Conservation Program works closely with government and community partners for advancing science-based and community-informed marine conservation solutions that optimize the protection of threatened marine wildlife and their priority habitats with sustaining coastal fisheries and livelihoods.
Responsibilities
WCS Bangladesh is recruiting a Research and Community Engagement Officer to support our Marine Conservation Program activities. Primary responsibilities of this position include:
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Supporting the planning, conduct, analysis, and reporting of research and assessments, educational outreach, training, monitoring and evaluation, and consultation activities;
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Maintaining regular communications with local fisheries associations, community focal points, government officers, national academic and research institutions, and NGO partners, through calls, messaging, emails, and field visits;
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Assisting with financial and administrative program and project requirements, including procurement of goods & equipment, documentation, equipment maintenance, work planning and reporting;
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Assisting with logistic arrangements for program and project activities including surveys, training, workshops, seminars, and meetings;
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Supporting the coordination across WCS Bangladesh programs and projects to align workplans and optimize resource allocations.
Requirements
This position will be offered for one year from 01 May 2024, with an initial 3-month probationary period and an option for renewing employment as per performance and availability of funds. We are looking for a candidate who is self-directed, can manage variable workloads, and engage in a respectful manner with our diverse collaborators. The position requires strong time and work management, administrative, and communication skills. Previous experience in applied research and engagement with coastal communities is preferable.
Applicants with a master’s degree in natural or social sciences will be given preference. The ability to develop and communicate strategies and concepts in English and Bangla, both orally and in writing, is highly valued. Applications from candidates originating from or closely connected to coastal districts with the ability to communicate in local dialects are encouraged. The position will be based in Dhaka but requires frequent travel, including to remote locations in coastal Bangladesh.
WCS is committed to building a culturally diverse staff and strongly encourages applications from female and minority candidates. WCS is an equal-opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, or sex.
Employment Status: Full-time
Job Location: Dhaka
Salary: Negotiable between BDT 40,000-55,000 depending on relevant qualifications and experience
Compensation & Other Benefits: Mobile phone bill, weekly two holidays, group health insurance
Salary Review: Yearly