Sbcc Coordinator at International Projects Assistance Services (Ipas) – Bangladesh
Recruiter: International Projects Assistance Services (Ipas)
About International Projects Assistance Services (Ipas)
International Projects Assistance Services (Ipas) is part of the United Nations system, working to promote international cooperation and address global challenges. As a UN entity, it contributes to the organization’s mission of maintaining international peace and security, developing friendly relations among nations, and promoting international cooperation in solving international problems and encouraging respect for human rights.
Job Summary
This position offers an opportunity to contribute to project management within International Projects Assistance Services (Ipas)’s important work in international cooperation and sustainable development. Working in Bangladesh, you will collaborate with international colleagues and partners to address global challenges and promote sustainable development. This role provides an excellent opportunity for professional growth while making a meaningful contribution to international cooperation and global peace and security.
Full Job Description
SBCC Technical Leadership
Lead the implementation of evidence-based, culturally appropriate SBCC strategies addressing key SRHR priorities, including FP, MR, PAC, STI/RTI, GBV, and service availability, in line with the project plan.
Ensure all SBCC approaches are community and health facility-based, rights-based, gender-sensitive, and practical for humanitarian settings.
Provide technical guidance to Camp SBCC Officers on effective stakeholder communication and community engagement models.
Capacity Strengthening
Arrange capacity-building initiatives through formal training and periodic refreshers to strengthen and retain the skills of Camp SBCC Officers in communication, event facilitation, and effective evidence generation.
Support the SBCC team in designing, organizing, and facilitating capacity-building initiatives at the camp level for community workforce of partner NGOs and community key influentials.
Support the design and development of training materials, including job aids, manuals, guidelines, and posters, needed for training, events, and advocacy related to SBCC activities.
Advocacy and Coordination:
Regular advocacy and coordination with government stakeholders, including RRRC (Refugee Relief and Repatriation Commissioner), CICs (Camp In-Charge) of relevant camps, and local-level representatives from DGFP (Director General of Family Planning), DGHS (Director General of Health Services), and DGIF (Director General of Islamic Foundation) to obtain approvals for camp activities and guidance for awareness initiatives which will help create an enabling environment for the harmonized implementation of SRHR activities in humanitarian settings.
Maintain regular coordination with UN agencies, including UNFPA, UNHCR, IOM, WHO, and UNICEF, as they play different roles such as SRH-WG coordinator, CHW-WG coordinator, and Health Sector Lead in the humanitarian field to get support receiving regular field updates and ensure smooth implementation of SBCC activities in for the refugee population.
Coordinate with different humanitarian partner NGOs to engage them in SBCC initiatives by providing training and orientation, and by monitoring their community awareness activities.
Internal and External Coordination:
Supervise, monitor and mentor the SBCC Camp officers ensuring Ipass HR and administrative policies, and working closely with the Deputy Project Manager to support consistent implementation.
Support the project team members in organizing program review and coordination meeting as per project work plan.
Attend need based different meetings with donor, stakeholders, orientation coordination meetings
Reports to Supervisor and Project Manager about workflow, deadlines, reports
Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor
Monitoring, Mentoring, Reporting, and Learning
Conduct routine visits to camp-level SBCC activities and provide technical guidance to the SBCC team in line with organizational policies and donor requirements.
Monitor SBCC outputs and outcomes regularly using the organizations structured tools to ensure achievement of project indicators and objectives.
Assist the supervisor and Project Manager in preparing action plans by analyzing SBCC data to identify trends, gaps, and areas for improvement.
Contribute technical inputs for donor reports, progress updates, and documentation of best practices in coordination with the Project Manager.
Ipas is strongly committed to providing a work environment that is free from all forms of harassment, discrimination, and inequity. We recruit, employ, train, promote, and compensate our personnel without regard to race, age, sex, religion, national origin, color, creed, ancestry, citizenship, caste, ethnicity, regional identity, tribal identity, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, transgender status, sexual orientation, or any other personal characteristic protected by law or outlined by Ipas policy. Ipas acknowledges that these personal characteristics may differ in different contexts.
Key Details
- Job Title: SBCC Coordinator
- Grade: N/A
- Location: Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Department: International Projects Assistance Services (Ipas)
- Contract Type: Professional Staff
- Estimated Salary Range:$70,000 – $120,000 USD annually
Qualifications
- Not specified in the official posting
Skills
- Not specified in the official posting
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Professional development opportunities
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
- Inclusive and collaborative work environment
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through the official UN careers portal. Female candidates and candidates from underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.