Programme Officer International Labour

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Description

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• Support the implementation of international labour standards and labour laws strategies and initiatives, in alignment with the LAWC cluster initiatives and development frameworks of the Government of Bangladesh
• Draft substantive and technical inputs for programme framework documents, briefing notes, reports, lesson learned and other documents for monitoring, evaluation, reporting, and communication purposes covering LAWC cluster technical activities and broader developmental processes, such as implementation of NAP and Roadmap
• Monitor and assess country development plans and priorities and make proposals accordingly to support the implementation of the projects. Stay abreast of the political and socio-economic situation, developments in the field of labour laws, standards, and propose actions in response to new and emerging operational challenges. Share knowledge and best practices with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Support the organisation of activities (including workshops, training, meetings, mission), assess, collect data, and report on programme implementation and propose corrective action. 
• Support collaborations with the Government of Bangladesh, employer representatives, worker representatives, initiative partners and other major stakeholders in Bangladesh by providing technical assistance, enhance understanding of labour laws and international labour standards, assist in reporting and technical engagement in labour law reform, strengthening legal clinics and other relevant matters. 
• Support opportunities to build and enhance partnerships with relevant stakeholders, including trade unions, employers’ organizations, government agencies, academia, and civil society organizations.
• Provide inputs to budget preparation, cost estimates, expenditure control and project revisions. Follow up on budget, contracts, and payments to meet deliverable targets.
• Support negotiations with key stakeholders to discuss project activities, scope, and funding requirements. Prepare agreements with implementing partners/consultants, monitor and provide technical assistance, ensuring consistency with requirements and timelines for project implementation.  
• Support research, analysis, and studies on labour laws to contribute to evidence-based policy recommendations and guidelines. Prepare opinions, comments on draft labour legislation and policy relating to international labour standards, labour laws and other relevant laws. 
• Coordinate and collaboration with other units within the LAWC cluster and with other clusters in the CO Office, to increase synergies and impact, including contributing to cross-cutting initiatives and activities. 
• Assist the Technical Officer on International Labour Standards and Labour Law and contribute to the overall coordination, planning, and monitoring of international labour standards and labour law activities within the LAWC cluster.
• Assist the LAWC management team and other team members in any additional tasks or assignments as needed to support the overall objectives of the LAWC cluster and its projects.

• University degree Bachelor’s or equivalent in labour law, international labour standards or related field 

• At least one year of professional experience at the national level in area of labour rights, labour law, legislative revisions, developing policy guidelines and project planning and implementation.

• Excellent command of English and good knowledge of Bangla.

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