1.0 Background

Gram Unnayan Karma (GUK) is going to implement a sub-project titled “Promoting sustainable growth in machinery and equipment sub-sector through RECP practices” 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 Machinery & Equipment sub-sector. The project is jointly financed by the World Bank, Palli Karma-Sahayak Foundation (PKSF), and Gram Unnayan Karma (GUK).

2.0 Sub-project Objectives

• Increase resource utilization of MEs in an efficient way.
• Boost productivity with appropriate technology.
• Develop capacity of MEs for sustainable business.

3.0 Sub-project Working Areas

The sub-project will be implemented across Bogura and Naogaon districts.

4.0 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.

5.0 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 Gram Unnayan Karma (GUK).

6.0 Academic Qualifications

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

7.0 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.

8.0 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).

9.0 Age Limit

• Maximum 40 years of age on the last date of application.

10.0 Salary and Allowances

• 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.

• Read Before Apply

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements are requested to apply with their detail’s CV including all educational & experience certificate, 2 References (Non-relative) with a cover letter addressing to the Coordinator, Human Resource Department, Gram Unnayan Karma (GUK), GUK Tower, Banani, Bogura.

Only short-listed candidates will be called for the interview. Please mention the position in the subject line. CV and cover letter should be in same word/PDF file. *Photograph must be enclosed with the CVs.

• Apply Procedure

E-mail your CV to hr@guk.ngo send hard copy to the above-mentioned address before deadline.

Application Deadline: 20 September 2024