Project Officer- Disaster Risk Reduction & Child Protection
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Sylhet, Sylhet, Bangladesh
Job Description
Company Name: Institute of Development Affairs (IDEA)
Location: Sylhet (Golapganj)
Job Type: Full-Time
Workplace Type: Full-time
Job ID: IJOB202659812
Project Duration: 01 September 2026 to 31 December 2028
Job Duration: 28 Months
Location: Golapganj Upazila of Sylhet District
Type of Contract: Fixed-Term
Position Overview
The Project Officer for Disaster Risk Reduction and Child Protection of STEP project is responsible for direct implementation of these critical components at the community level. This officer will work to strengthen community capacity for disaster preparedness and response while simultaneously building effective, community-based child protection systems. The position requires strong commitment to child safety, cultural sensitivity, excellent community engagement skills, and regular field presence in project communities. STEP Project is implemented by the Institute of Development Affairs (IDEA), Project funded by SOS-Sweden and Technical support by SOS Children`s Villages International in Bangladesh.
Key Responsibilities - Disaster Risk Reduction
Location: Sylhet (Golapganj)
Job Type: Full-Time
Workplace Type: Full-time
Job ID: IJOB202659812
Project Duration: 01 September 2026 to 31 December 2028
Job Duration: 28 Months
Location: Golapganj Upazila of Sylhet District
Type of Contract: Fixed-Term
Position Overview
The Project Officer for Disaster Risk Reduction and Child Protection of STEP project is responsible for direct implementation of these critical components at the community level. This officer will work to strengthen community capacity for disaster preparedness and response while simultaneously building effective, community-based child protection systems. The position requires strong commitment to child safety, cultural sensitivity, excellent community engagement skills, and regular field presence in project communities. STEP Project is implemented by the Institute of Development Affairs (IDEA), Project funded by SOS-Sweden and Technical support by SOS Children`s Villages International in Bangladesh.
Key Responsibilities - Disaster Risk Reduction
- Mobilize communities to participate in disaster risk reduction activities. Conduct awareness sessions on flood risks, climate change, and community preparedness.
- Support formation and strengthening of community Disaster Management Committees. Provide training on disaster response procedures and community roles.
- Work with communities to establish and maintain community-based early warning systems. Support development of alert mechanisms and safe evacuation routes.
- Support communities in developing emergency and shelter plans. Ensure plans include provisions for vulnerable populations including children.
- Organize community and school-based awareness activities including drills, meetings, and campaigns. Use local folk media and cultural approaches for better engagement.
- Monitor community implementation of preparedness measures. Provide support and troubleshooting as needed.
- Mobilize communities to prioritize child safety and protection. Build awareness about child rights and protection issues.
- Support formation and strengthening of Community Child Protection Committees. Provide training on child rights, case identification, and referral pathways.
- Support establishment and operation of child-friendly spaces in communities. Ensure spaces provide safe play, learning, and support for children.
- Conduct awareness sessions on child rights and protection. Focus on prevention of child marriage, dowry, corporal punishment, and other harmful practices.
- Conduct GBV prevention sessions using community theatre, dialogue, and community engagement. Promote protective attitudes among men and boys.
- Experience: 2-3 years
- Education: social work
- Skills: project scope development, civil society development, project support, project co-ordination, disaster risk reduction, disaster response
Requirements
Company Name: Institute of Development Affairs (IDEA)
Location: Sylhet (Golapganj)
Job Type: Full-Time
Workplace Type: Full-time
Job ID: IJOB202659812
Project Duration: 01 September 2026 to 31 December 2028
Job Duration: 28 Months
Location: Golapganj Upazila of Sylhet District
Type of Contract: Fixed-Term
Position Overview
The Project Officer for Disaster Risk Reduction and Child Protection of STEP project is responsible for direct implementation of these critical components at the community level. This officer will work to strengthen community capacity for disaster preparedness and response while simultaneously building effective, community-based child protection systems. The position requires strong commitment to child safety, cultural sensitivity, excellent community engagement skills, and regular field presence in project communities.
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