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Save the Children invites applications for the above-mentioned position. We are committed to equal employment opportunities, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, colour, ethnic origin, nationality, disability, age, or beliefs and religion. We are committed to diversifying our staff to better represent the communities we serve and actively welcome underrepresented groups to apply.
The OpportunityThe Officer – Anticipatory Action a crucial role in Save the Children Bangladesh's Anticipatory Action Programme, contributing to the success of field operations and partnerships. This position involves leading district/Upazilla-level advocacy efforts for Anticipatory Action, Disaster Risk Reduction, and Emergency Response at national and local levels. The officer will establish collaborative relationships with key stakeholders, including government departments and technical partners, to implement multi-hazard initiatives. Responsibilities include managing field-level operations, ensuring alignment with program objectives, and implementing robust Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL) frameworks. The role also involves effective communication, early warning message dissemination, and maintaining organizational branding standards. The officer will play a key role in reporting and documentation, contributing insights to the Anticipation HUB and promoting best practices at both national and global levels.
Qualifications and experience•    At least 3 years of professional experience in advocacy role, preferably in Anticipatory Action, Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) and Climate Change Adaptation (CCA), Emergency response & Recovery programme.•    Clear understanding on Anticipatory Action, DRR, Climate Change, resilience programming•    Strong knowledge of development and emergencies field dimension and global movement. •    Solid understanding and knowledge of Humanitarian Architecture, National/ Global drivers of DRR, CCA, Anticipatory Action, Emergency, and social development programming.•    Proficient in crafting and executing impactful communication strategies for diverse audiences.•    Skillful in analyzing policies and developing persuasive advocacy materials.•    Strong report writing and communication skills and ability to write clearly and concisely.•    Experience in content development and audio-visual documentation.•    Having Strong coordination, negotiation, mobilizing and facilitation skills.•    Ability to support and encouragement of knowledge sharing across the projects as a team player and capacity to portray great innovation,•    Financial/budget management skills.•    Strong management and supervision skills have proven facilitation and training capacity.•    Physical, mental and social ability to travel to the field for 50% of the working time.•    Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Social Sciences/Economics/Disaster Management /Development Studies /Environmental Science/Urban and Regional Planning/Mass Communication/ International Relationships/ Journalism or related discipline from a reputed university.
The OrganisationWe employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard.  We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030:•    No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday •    All children learn from a quality basic education and that,•    Violence against children is no longer tolerated.
We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive workplace where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued.
Application Information Please apply using a cover letter and an up-to-date CV as a single document. Please also include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations.
Only short-listed candidates will be invited for an interview‘Save the Children promotes diversity in its workforce.’
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