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Dhaka, Bd

Dhaka, Bangladesh

For 50 years, Swisscontact has delivered projects throughout Bangladesh, addressing systemic constraints and creating pro-poor market systems in skills and enterprise development. These projects resulted in creating thousands of decent jobs and improved livelihood options, food security, youth and women’s economic empowerment, financial inclusion and economic growth. Key responsibilities are:a. Project Delivery and Quality Assurance:i) Ensure the delivery of the projects with high impact, quality, compliance, learning, and reporting.ii) Manage the project Team Leaders and ensure the project teams are on track to deliver in line with Swisscontact’s policies and procedures.iii) Anticipate risks at different levels and contribute to risk management strategies with the Team Leaders and Head of Business Administration.iv) Provide strategic input in the annual planning and budgeting process of country operation.b. Knowledge Management & Capitalisation (KCM):i) Collaborate with the Head of Portfolio and Team Leaders to roll out the KCM process.ii) Ensure KCM process is an integral part of project cycle management through regular check-points and follow-ups with the Team Leaders.c. Networking & Business Development: i) Represent Swisscontact and participate in network and alliance meetings, events, and forums at national and international levels.ii) Contribute to developing and facilitating links with the implementing partners, private sector, private foundations, academic/knowledge institutions, and government agencies.iii) Initiate contacts and build relationships that can be used to enhance Swisscontact’s work in the region.iv) Collaborate with the Portfolio team to respond to potential funding opportunities in the region.

Dhaka, Bangladesh

International trade has been recognised by the UN as an engine for inclusive economic growth and poverty reduction, and an important means to achieve the SDGs. Trade facilitation can reduce costs, increase opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and spark competitiveness and productivity. Through The Global Alliance for Trade Facilitation (GATF), Swisscontact supports the co-creation and implementation of trade facilitation projects in Bangladesh, Cambodia and Uganda. By emphasising digitisation and delivering other best practices, the projects enable businesses to trade more easily thanks to streamlined and more predictable processes. Governments save time and resources by modernising trade procedures while still safeguarding their borders. Ultimately, the projects boost trade competitiveness and business conditions, which are key drivers of inclusive economic growth and poverty reduction. Key responsibilities are:a. Overall:i) Lead project implementation as per the project document and donor mandate to deliver project’s quantitative targets and qualitative outcomes.ii) Set clear strategic direction of the project and ensure implementation of the activities in-line with the strategy articulated in the Project Document.iii) Analyse risks and devise appropriate mitigation strategies throughout the project cycle management.b. Team Management and capacity building:i) Support and manage team members to accomplish the designated tasks. ii) Evaluate performance of the team members and support them to improve their technical expertise and generic skills sets.iii) Ensure capacity building of the team through mentoring and coaching.c. Partners & Stakeholder Management: Maintain effective and strong relationship with donor (GATF), as well as other national partners and regulators.d. Knowledge Management: Ensure development and dissemination of learning and knowledge products throughout Swisscontact’s global community of Trade Development.

Dhaka, Bangladesh

Swisscontact is the business-oriented independent foundation for international development cooperation. Represented in 39 countries with over 1,100 employees, Swisscontact promotes economic, social and environmental development since 1959. Job description include:a. Portfolio Development:i) Engage and maintain network with bi-lateral and multi-lateral donors to understand their development priorities in Bangladesh and systematically gather market intelligence on future development projects.ii) Support development and maintenance of a pipeline of projects, both for upcoming tenders and direct acquisition efforts, for Bangladesh, Nepal and Myanmar.iii) Develop project proposals, support bid development process and lead scoping missions on new project concepts.b. Technical Backstopping:i) Support project planning in terms of latest instruments, methodologies and tools regarding M4P and Value Chains.ii) Support capacity building efforts of the projects targeted at internal staff and also partners and facilitators.iii) Conduct trainings and workshops on M4P and Value Chains required by the projects.iv) Support the improvement of internal documentation such as results chains, sector reports and intervention reports.v) Participate in internal reviews of projects to provide strategic guidance.vi) Conduct technical assistance missions to selected projects in Bangladesh, Nepal and Myanmar, based on specific ToRs.c. Communications:i) Support preparation of knowledge products (case studies, communications materials etc.) for Swisscontact Bangladesh.ii) Represent Swisscontact in national and international events and forums.d. Other Duties and Responsibilities: Perform duties beyond the scope of the job description given above and also in the Swisscontact's global portfolio, as per requirement.

Dhaka, Bangladesh

The Standards and Trade Development Facility (STDF) offers Project Preparation Grants (PPGs) for the purposes of application of Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS)-related capacity evaluation and prioritization tools (P-IMA), preparation of feasibility studies that may precede project development to assure impact and economic viability, and/or, preparation of projects that promote compliance with international SPS requirements, for funding by the STDF or other donors. Swisscontact is currently utilising a STDF awarded PPG in developing a project that prioritises SPS related investments to boost national export of Horticulture and Fisheries products from Bangladesh. Key responsibilities include:a. Coordination of the related research and project development.b. Lead the national and international experts and researchers, analyses, aggregation of information and learning.c. Lead the direction of project strategy and Pro-Doc preparation.d. STDF and national/international stakeholder coordination, reporting and management.e. Project's administration and financial management.

Dhaka, Bangladesh

PROGRESS project envisions contributing to the development of an inclusive, environmentally responsible, and competitive RMG sector in Bangladesh that can offer productive, well paid, secured, and decent job opportunities to workers, mostly women, and at the same time, adapt to the evolving needs of the global market in terms of technological advancement and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) standards. Key responsibilities are:a. Overall:i) Lead project implementation as per the project document and donor mandate to deliver project’s quantitative targets and qualitative outcomes as per the Logical Framework.ii) Set clear strategic direction of the project and ensure implementation of the activities in-line with the strategy articulated in the Pro-Doc and funder’s priority within the agreed timeline.iii) Analyse risks and devise appropriate mitigation strategies throughout the project cycle management.b. Team Management and capacity building:i) Support and manage team members to accomplish the designated tasks; ii) Evaluate performance of the team members and support them to improve their technical expertise and generic skills sets;iii) Ensure capacity building of the team through mentoring and coaching.iv) Ensure the diversity and a sustained pluralistic environment in the workplace. c. Partners & Stakeholder Management:i) Maintain effective and strong relationship with donor (Sida), as well as other strategic sector partners and regulators.ii) Representing Swisscontact in various external forums and meetings and safeguard organisational reputation and interest.d. Knowledge Management and Business Development:i) Ensure development of learning and knowledge products and dissemination at appropriate audiences.ii) Participate in the Swisscontact Worldwide’s global Skills Development community of practitioners and contribute with PROGRESS related learning.

Dhaka, Bangladesh

ASTHA aims to improve skills on and access to healthcare services for the poor people of remote rural Bangladesh through developing Community Paramedics (CPs) and better healthcare ecosystem. Key responsibilities are:a. Overall:i) Lead project implementation as per the donor mandate;ii) Lead project engagement with the NGO Affairs Bureau;iii) Lead in planning and budgeting project interventions; iv) Lead in preparing partnership strategies, concept notes and intervention plans; v) Lead implementation and strategic decision-making based on ground realities;vi) Ensure the project delivers all desired targets on time and with quality.b. Staff Management and Staff Capacity Building:i) Support and manage team members to accomplish the designated tasks; ii) Evaluate performance of the team members and support them to improve their technical expertise and generic skills sets;iii) Ensure capacity building of the team through mentoring and coaching.c. Implementation & Stakeholder Management:i) Ensure that the project activities are implemented as planned, however, make necessary course corrections if required;ii) Lead in reviewing progress using evidence from monitoring and results measurement (MRM) system;iii) Lead the team to collaborate with the other projects within Swisscontact and in healthcare sector for efficient and effective project implementation and mutual learning.d. Financial Management:i) Lead the financial management of the project with delegated approval authority;ii) Review and approve quarterly and annual financial report;iii) Manage fiduciary risk through due diligence.e. Communication and Reporting: i) Lead on managing the donor communication and donor relationship;ii) Prepare high-quality project progress reports (monthly, bi-annually and annually), including technical reports and other reports as per project requirement;iii) Guide the team to prepare related communication materials based on findings.

Dhaka, Bangladesh

B-SkillFUL is Swisscontact Bangladesh’s flagship skills development project. Through providing training and developing technical and vocational skills, the project targets to reduce poverty and improve the wellbeing of 40,000 poor and disadvantaged men and women in six districts in Bangladesh by increasing their access to labour markets, further resulting in increased income. Key responsibilities are:a. Overall:i) Lead project implementation as per the project document and donor mandate to deliver project’s quantitative targets and qualitative outcomes as per the Logical Framework.ii) Set clear strategic direction of the project and ensure implementation of the activities in-line with the strategy articulated in the Pro-Doc and funder’s priority within the agreed timeline.iii) Analyse risks and devise appropriate mitigation strategies throughout the project cycle management.b. Team Management and capacity building:i) Support and manage team members to accomplish the designated tasks; ii) Evaluate performance of the team members and support them to improve their technical expertise and generic skills sets;iii) Ensure capacity building of the team through mentoring and coaching.iv) Ensure the diversity and a sustained pluralistic environment in the workplace. c. Partners & Stakeholder Management:i) Maintain effective and strong relationship with SDC and EU, as well as other strategic sector partners and regulators (NASCIB, NSDA, BTEB, NGOAB, BWCCI et al.).ii) Representing Swisscontact in various external forums and meetings and safeguard organisational reputation and interest.d. Knowledge Management and Business Development:i) Ensure development of learning and knowledge products and dissemination at appropriate audiences.ii) Participate in the Swisscontact Worldwide’s global Skills Development community of practitioners and contribute with B-SkillFUL related learning.

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Private Enterprise Program Ethiopia, or PEPE is a DFID funded wealth-creation program in Ethiopia that aims to stimulate £300 million investment in private enterprises to create 50,000 jobs and income for the 65,000 poor. It is a £74 million program which will continue over the period of 2013-2020. PEPE is implemented by a DAI-Europe led consortium, including First Consult, ITAD, Enclude and BcAD.Key responsibilities are:a. Lead the development/modification and ensure quality of the program's Agro-Industrial group's sector strategiesb. Lead the sector intervention team in designing interventions, implementing intervention activitiesc. Support the program reporting and monitoring and evaluationd. Support the PEPE management in program related decisions and directionse. Ensure synergized program impact together with the Finance Group of EPf. Represent the program as part of senior management team in all the relevant internal and external platforms.

Dhaka, Bangladesh

a. Member of SDC, Swiss Cooperation Office-Bangladesh (SCOB) expart team of rural & agricultural development/Value chain/Cluster development/Business Services development.b. Responsible for plan and design, supervise and coordinate, follow up monitoring and evaluation of pragrams implemented by the partners, consultants and contractors on behalf of SDC SCOB.c. Plan, organise and conduct activities and output/outcome monitoring of (joint or SDC) field missions with implementing partners as well as Direct Action.d. Ensure proper communication with the various stakeholders of the programs and projects, with a special focus on SDC interventions related to Employment and Income (E&I) generation.e. Support to any other E&I related activities financed by Switzerland in Bangladesh or any other implementing region.f. Be updated on the political, humanitarian and developmental needs in Bangladesh, especially in E&I through monitoring and research and regularly communicate the team in periodic briefings.g. Carry out any other duties as assigned by the SDC SCOB, as an active member of the mission of Swiss confederation in Bangladesh.

Dhaka, Bangladesh

a. Act as a team member of the Core Leading Team (CLT) of Swisscontact-Katalyst.b. Assisting the director in leading/co-leading the overall management of IRSG.c. Act as an internal/external mentor of market development/Market for poor (M4P) approach and private sector development on behalf of Katalyst. Team member of the Swisscontact-Katalyst’s “External Influencing Agenda” team in spreading the MD/M4P approach to the wider audience.d. Act as a team leader to certain selected sector initiatives (Prawn, Fish, Seed, Furniture/Crafts and Tourism).e. Lead, assist and manage the selected internal IRSG sector teams and external co-implementing teams/organizations.f. Lead formulation of strategies and design interventions.g. Lead the IRSG sector teams in implementation of interventions through private/public sectors.h. Assist monitoring and evaluating the interventions periodically.i. Train market development and M4P practices to different public/private/development sector stakeholders as a specialist trainer of Katalyst.j. Manage the sector projects ranging from planning and budgeting to implementation and monitoring.

a. Act as a mentor of market development approach and private sector development on behalf of Katalyst.b. Act as a team leader to certain selected sector initiatives (Prawn, Fish).c. Lead, assist and manage the selected internal sector teams and external co-implementing teams/organizations.d. Lead formulation of strategies and design interventions.e. Lead the sector team in implementation of interventions through private/public sectors.f. Assist monitoring and evaluating the interventions periodically.g. Train market development practices to different public/private/development sector stakeholders as a specialist trainer of Katalyst.h. Manage the sector projects ranging from planning and budgeting to implementation and monitoring.

a. Act as a team leader to certain selected sector initiatives (Prawn, Fish)b. Lead, assist and manage the selected internal sector teams and external co-implementing teams/organizations.c. Analyze and identify market/sector opportunities and constraints.d. Lead formulation of strategies and design interventions.e. Lead the sector team in implementation of interventions through private/public sectors.f. Assist monitoring and evaluating the interventions periodically.g. Train market development practices to different public/private/development sector stakeholders as a specialist trainer of Katalyst.h. Manage the sector projects ranging from planning and budgeting to implementation and monitoring.

a. Identify and analyze market/sector opportunities and constraints.b. Formulate strategy and design market lead business solutions/interventions.c. Implement interventions through private/public sector.d. Monitor and evaluate the interventions periodically.e. Plan and manage intervention finance.

Nigeria

a. Reviewing the Nigerian National Malaria Control Plan (NMCP).b. Assessing private sector inclusiveness in the healthcare sector, focusing malaria control plan.c. Reviewing the secretariat action plan and umbrella strategy of NMCP.d. Conducting study within the national/international healthcare related private sectors/development organizations/government initiatives to review and restructure the private sector-led future malaria control strategy.e. Analyze health sectorial constraints, probable sustainable solutions and untapped opportunities.f. Assist in developing interventions and implementation strategy/guideline.g. Assist in developing a monitoring mechanism for intervention implementation.

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