Good Neighbors (1991) is an international humanitarian and development organization with General Consultative Status in the United Nations Economic and Social Council (UN ECOSOC). Winner of the MDG 2 award in 2007, GNB operates 17 Community Development Projects (CDP) and 5 Projects with Specific Program (PSP) across 13 districts, focusing on child protection, education, health, women empowerment, income-generating activities, disaster risk reduction, and Rohingya emergency response. We are currently seeking qualified candidates for the following position:
Position: Cooperative Support Officer
Employment Type: Contractual
Location: Kalapara CDP, Kalapara, Patuakhali
Contract Period: 1 year (extendable based on performance evaluation)
Date of Issue: 16th October 2024
Closing Date: 26th October 2024
Basic Requirements
- Education: Graduate/Post Graduate in Finance, Business, or Accounting (with honors) from a recognized university.
- Age: Minimum 25 years and maximum 30 years (as of 30th September 2024).
- Experience: At least 2 years of relevant experience (only relevant experience will be considered).
- Skills: Proficient in MS Office and possess a valid motorcycle driving license.
Contract Information
- Salary: Consolidated remuneration of Tk 20,000 per month, plus 100% festival bonus, 15 days paid leave (excluding public holidays), and training opportunities for career development.
- Contract Details: 1-year contract (including a minimum 3-month probation period), extendable based on performance evaluation.
Job Responsibilities
- Mobilize and strengthen cooperatives and Income Generation Activities (IGA) through regular field visits and monitoring.
- Maintain accurate accounts and records, including daily expenditures and transactions.
- Supervise cooperatives to ensure sustainability.
- Build effective networks and partnerships with local government, leaders, and NGOs.
- Manage and motivate team members to engage in IGAs.
- Assist in the development and implementation of cooperative activities.
- Provide regular reports to the supervisor/manager and Head Office.
Additional Requirements
- Proven experience in cooperative activities.
- Commitment to cooperative principles and values.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Basic managerial skills to build and manage a team.
- Understanding of the human rights aspects concerning women.
- Knowledge of the local culture and language of Patuakhali.
- Willingness to work in any location within GNB’s operational area.
- Preference will be given to candidates with NGO/INGO experience in income-generating activities.
Application Procedure
To apply, please download the prescribed application format from our website http://gnbangla.org/jobs/ and send it to hrd@gnbangla.org by 26th October 2024.
Please include the following in your CV:
- Basic personal information
- Age
- Total years of experience
- Educational background (major subject)
- Expected and current salary
- Possible date of joining
- Two references (one must be from your current/most recent supervisor)
Incomplete applications or those lacking the required information or proper email subject will not be considered.
Email Subject: “Cooperative Support Officer”
Interview Process: Shortlisted candidates will be contacted via phone/email for interviews, followed by written or oral tests as necessary. Please provide your active email address and mobile number.
Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for assessment. We highly encourage female candidates to apply.
Address:
Good Neighbors Bangladesh
House 5, Road 2, Block A
Swadesh Shornaly Abashan
Purbachal Sheikh Hasina Sarani
Barua, Khilkhet, Dhaka 1229
IP Phone: +88-09613858585
Website: www.gnbangla.org
Unwanted phone calls/contacts (before or after recruitment tests) will result in disqualification.
Good Neighbors Bangladesh is committed to protecting the rights of children and women and maintains a ‘zero tolerance’ policy towards all forms of sexual exploitation and abuse.
