Programme Officer - Oxfam

Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty.

• Do you have a minimum 4 years of working experience at reputed national or international development organizations?
• Do you have strong knowledge and experience in partnership management, programme development and programme implementation?
• Do you have in-depth knowledge on Women economic empowerment, informal economy, labour rights, private sector engagement, skill development and Resilience, Resilience, right base approach, community development model, clear analysis on social/ economic/ gender power dynamics from community to national level?

If the answer is yes, then we would like to hear from you!

The Role:

The Securing Rights of Women Domestic Workers in Bangladesh project (in brief: Securing Rights Project) aims to improve the well-being of women domestic workers by enabling them to access their rights to engage in "decent work" as defined by the International Labour Organization (ILO). The four-year project will build on the momentum created upon approval of the Domestic Worker Protection and Welfare Policy (2015), by Government of Bangladesh which recognizes domestic work as a profession and extends several rights and protections to domestic workers. The ultimate outcome for SRP is- Increased social and economic well-being for women domestic workers (DW) in Dhaka, Bangladesh.

What we are looking for:

We are looking for someone who is aware of gender justice and social inclusion, decent work and labour rights, partnership management, project implementation, reporting, etc. The position seeks for a programme officer who has a track record of working with different levels of stakeholders', relevant policy makers and proper understanding on capacity building, mobilization, policy influencing, etc. This is a fixed-term position for project and programme implementation under gender justice and social inclusion programme of Oxfam in Bangladesh.

This position is expected to deliver effective, efficient, timely management of the GJSI programme's interventions at Dhaka in line with its programme results, and strategic approaches. In addition to that provide regular technical support and operational guidance to GJSI projects' team and partner project teams to operationalize Oxfam's approaches to Transformative Leadership for Women's Rights (TLWR),Women Economic Empowerment by building understanding, support in developing work plans, and developing strategies and tactics.

Key Attributes

• Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to cultural differences and gender issues, as well as the commitment to equal opportunities.
• Ability to demonstrate an openness and willingness to learn about the application of gender/gender mainstreaming, women's rights, and diversity for all aspects of development work.
• Commitment to Oxfam's safeguarding policies to ensure all people who come into contact with Oxfam are as safe as possible

We offer:

This role will give you an opportunity to make a difference in Oxfam GB, to act as key contributor to Bangladesh Country Programme, to work with a group of passionate people that are specialists in their Humanitarian fields, offers fair pay and competitive benefits package.

Location: Dhaka (with frequent field visits).

Job Type: Fixed Term

Salary : As per Oxfam National D1 pay band with other benefits e.g. medical for spouse and children, contributory provident fund, gratuity, leave & insurance.

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Our values and commitment to safeguarding:

Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behavior at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.

We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organisation and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Note: All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and may be subject to appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks.

How to apply:

• Go to: for external applicants: https://jobs.oxfam.org.uk
• For internal applicants: https://jobs.oxfam.org.uk/internal
• Search for the vacancy using the reference number INT8977 complete the online application process
• Ensure you submit your application before midnight (GMT) on the closing date. Unless a different time is specified in the advert. 

Application deadline: 16 OCTOBER 2022

About Us

Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty. That means we tackle the inequality that keeps people poor. Together we save, protect and rebuild lives. When disaster strikes, we help people build better lives for themselves, and for others. We take on issues like land rights, climate change and discrimination against women. And we won't stop until every person on the planet can enjoy life free from poverty.

Oxfam GB is a member of international confederation of 19 organisations working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian, development and campaigning, in more than 90 countries.