RDRS Bangladesh
Empowering Youth as an Employment Support Officer for the RAISE Project
Rangpur
Deadline: 2025-08-30
2 Positions
Job Overview
Company: RDRS Bangladesh
Location: Rangpur
Type: Contractor
Salary: Tk 47700 (Monthly)
Posted: 2025-08-18
Experience: 7 Years
Education Requirements
Master of Business Administration (MBA) or equivalent
Job Responsibilities
- Provide individual and group counseling during and after training.
- Match graduates with job or self-employment opportunities.
- Build partnerships with local employers and industries.
- Maintain records of job placements and follow up on job status.
- Work with local government and other stakeholders to create a supportive employment ecosystem.
Required Skills
- Career counseling
- Job placement facilitation
- Strong communication skills
- Stakeholder coordination
Benefits & Compensation
- Weekly 2 holidays
- Festival Bonus: 2
- Other benefits as per project budget
Job Description
Are you passionate about uplifting communities and supporting the youth to transition into satisfying employment? RDRS Bangladesh is on the lookout for an enthusiastic and dedicated Employment Support Officer for our pivotal RAISE Project.This role will give you the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of urban and peri-urban youth through skill development and employment support. Your work will help equip disadvantaged youth with technical skills for six months and improve their access to decent work and entrepreneurship.Job Responsibilities:Career Preparation & Counseling: Provide individual and group counseling; assist apprentices in setting career goals and planning; conduct sessions on resume writing, interview skills, and workplace behaviors; coordinate the certification of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) where applicable.Employment & Entrepreneurship Support: Match graduates with job or self-employment opportunities; guide them on business startups and connect them to financial resources.Employer & Industry Engagement: Build partnerships with local employers; organize recruitment events and job fairs.Placement Tracking & Monitoring: Maintain records of placements, follow up on job satisfaction, and track career progress.Stakeholder Coordination: Collaborate with Master Craftspersons (MCPs), Partner Organizations (POs), and local government to create a supportive employment ecosystem.Reporting & Documentation: Prepare regular progress reports, maintain records and document success stories.Qualifications:Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Science (MSc) in Development Studies, or relevant Bachelor's degree in Engineering (CSE, EEE, Civil).At least 7 years’ experience in the NGO sector, particularly in employment support, training facilitation, and project management.Experience working with stakeholders in the skills development sector will be advantageous.Strong communication skills, with an ability to support marginalized groups.Job Details:Position: Employment Support OfficerVacancies: 2Job Type: ContractualWorkplace: Office-basedLocation: Rangpur, BangladeshSalary: Tk 47700 - Tk 62010 per monthWhy Join Us?You will join a dedicated team at RDRS Bangladesh, a respected humanitarian and development organization aimed at empowering the rural poor. With over 3,700 staff, we foster a supportive working environment where innovation and commitment are encouraged.Application Instructions:Interested candidates who are committed to enabling youth access opportunities are encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview. We encourage applications from women and individuals from marginalized groups. RDRS stands firmly against any form of exploitation and abuse.Application Deadline: 2025-08-30