Current vacancy: Field Assistant

Summary

Organisation: WildTeam

Basic Salary: Negotiable

Other benefits: As per the policy of WildTeam

Contract type: Full time

Closing date: 22 June 2025

Website: www.wildteam.org.bd

About WildTeam

WildTeam is a conservation organisation working to save endangered wildlife and their habitats. The team has a current focus on tigers in the Bangladesh Sundarbans. It is a registered non-profit and non-government organisation in Bangladesh. All of our work is guided by four core values which are as below:

We believe in people

WildTeam believes people are the solution because we see evidence of it every day. Human beings are innovative, adaptable and passionate; every single one of us can be a game changer. 

We celebrate nature

WildTeam have a passion for nature and we share it with others, because we believe the best way to protect nature is to celebrate it. We nurture people’s innate love for nature and channel that love into successful conservation.

We are grounded in reality

We rely on thorough research to guide our strategy and all our interventions.  We listen to people to learn about what motivates them, and then we build solutions based on those motivations. We use rigorous project management methodologies to achieve maximum results.  

We act fearlessly

Big challenges need big solutions. The fact the world continues to lose nature shows that new approaches are needed. We’re not afraid to do things differently and we continuously search and try new methods and technologies. 

Major Responsibilities

1. Community Engagement and Activities:

- Oversee the activities and performance of community-based platforms such as EarthMentors, EarthScouts, YesClub, and Sundarbans Corner to enhance environmental awareness and action.

- Under direct supervision of the Coordinator and Officer, the Field Assistant should facilitate and coordinate the design and implementation of educational campaigns and community outreach activities that align with the project’s goals.

- Organize and manage awareness sessions, meetings, and field events to engage local communities in environmental conservation activities and sustainable practices.

- Plan and execute school campaigns to raise environmental awareness among students about conservation, sustainable waste management, and plastic reduction.

- Coordinate with local educational institutions to ensure participation and raise awareness about the importance of sustainability.

- Organize and lead waste cleaning campaigns in local communities and natural habitats, promoting community-driven environmental actions.

- Mobilize volunteers and community members for regular clean-up events, ensuring proper disposal and waste management practices.

- Support Coordinator on cross-border knowledge exchange activities and engagements.

2. Training and Capacity Building:

- Conduct local training sessions to enhance the skills and knowledge of community members, including youth and women, on topics like waste management, environmental conservation, and sustainable practices.

- Ensure that local stakeholders are informed and actively participate in all training and capacity-building activities.

- Provide guidance and support to youth groups (EarthMentors, EarthScouts, YesClub) in designing and implementing local environmental projects that promote sustainable living.

- Foster leadership development within youth groups to build a network of young environmental advocates in the community.

3. Monitoring and Reporting:

- Assist in the monitoring and documentation of community-based environmental activities, ensuring they are aligned with project objectives.

- Track and report the progress of activities, including the effectiveness of plastic waste management and the impact of environmental campaigns.

- Oversee the installation and monitoring of waste disposal bins in strategic locations, ensuring they are maintained and used effectively by the community.

- Report regularly on waste management activities, ensuring that best practices are followed in waste segregation and disposal.

4. Stakeholder Coordination and Government Liaison:

- With guidance from Coordinator and Officer, Field Assistant should build and maintain relationships with local government agencies, community organizations, schools, and other stakeholders to support project activities and ensure their success.

- Liaise with the Department of Forest, local government units, educational institutions and community leaders to ensure smooth project implementation and compliance with regulations.

- Work closely with local stakeholders to form partnerships that will amplify the project’s impact, ensuring broad participation and support for sustainability initiatives.

- Facilitate communication between project partners and local communities to maintain strong working relationships.

5. Logistics Support for Field-Based Events, Training, Workshops, and Campaigns:

- Provide logistical support for field-based events, including coordination of transportation, materials, and equipment needed for school level youth campaigns, clean-up drives, training, and workshops.

- Assist in setting up and managing venues for training sessions, workshops, and community meetings, ensuring they are well-organized and conducive to learning.

- Coordinate the transportation and distribution of materials related to campaigns and awareness events, such as educational brochures, posters, and waste management supplies.

- Manage the availability of resources and supplies for events, including waste collection bins, gloves, and cleaning materials for plastic waste drives.

- Support the scheduling and coordination of training sessions and workshops, ensuring that all necessary resources are available and that sessions run smoothly.

- Ensure that all field-based activities, events, and campaigns are conducted efficiently with proper equipment, transportation, and materials.

6. Safety and Safeguarding:

- Ensure that all activities, especially community-based events and training programs, are carried out in a safe and secure manner.

- Promote safeguarding practices among all community members, ensuring the protection of vulnerable groups and the prevention of exploitation.

- Report any safeguarding concerns or incidents promptly, adhering to the safeguarding reporting procedures.

7. General Administrative and Operational Support:

- Assist in the preparation of weekly, monthly, and annual reports, providing updates on the progress of project activities.

- Support in the creation of work plans, reporting templates, and other documentation required by the project supervisors.

- Provide logistical assistance during community events, workshops, and campaigns, ensuring smooth execution and resource availability.

- Help organize and distribute materials related to environmental education and campaigns.

- Perform other relevant tasks as assigned by the project supervisor to ensure the success of the project and achieve community engagement objectives.

Preferred Attitude, 

The most important quality WildTeam is looking for in all its employees is a positive can-do attitude and “One Team” approaches. We recruit people who are highly motivated to save wildlife, take responsibility for their work, can solve complex problems, have a fearless attitude and are ready for a challenge, and who enjoy working with supporting others in sometimes challenging living and political conditions. 

WildTeam are therefore looking for a strong leader and a fast learner, who is driven, dynamic, and confident, knows how to get the best from a team, has fierce eye for detail and analysis whilst being able to also operate and at a visionary/strategic level.  

Skills and Experience

Education:

At least a SSC (Secondary School)/HSC (Higher Secondary) level education. 
Bachelor degree (any subject) would be preferred

Experience:

- Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in field-level event organization, campaign management, community awareness activities, meeting facilitation, stakeholder management, and voluntary club/group management.

- Experience in school-based campaigns or educational outreach activities are highly desirable.

- Experience in organizing and managing community-based awareness campaigns and voluntary group activities is a plus.

Skills and Competencies:

- Ability to organize and manage school based events, training sessions, and workshops effectively.

- Skilled in facilitating meetings and engaging with diverse stakeholders, including community members, local leaders, educational institutions, and youth groups.

- Proficient in community engagement, with a focus on capacity building and behavior change through campaigns.

- Decision-making skills, with the ability to assess the context and support senior management in making strategic decisions.

- Ability to coordinate and monitor work plans for team members, ensuring alignment with project objectives and goals.

Location Preferences:

Candidates from Khulna, Bagerhat and Satkhira are encouraged to apply.

How to apply

Please send in

(1) your CV,

(2) a covering letter of <500 words that describes why you are interested in and qualified for this post to [email protected].

Subject line for email is “Field Assistant”. Closing date for application is 22 June 2025.

Unsuccessful candidates will not be contacted.

The successful candidate will start work as soon as possible.

Qualified female candidates are highly encouraged to apply as WildTeam believe in equal opportunity.

N.B. WildTeam is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from women as well as men.