Requirements

Responsibilities & Context

• Project: Walk for Life (WFL): Protecting and Supporting Children with Clubfoot to overcome Physical and Social Challenges Project
• Location: Country Office, Dhaka, with field visits
• Contract type: Fixed Term (Project duration: 8 months initially), but may be extendable upon satisfactory performance and availability of funds.
• Hours: Full time
• Reports to: Head-Programme Development and Partnerships (PDP)
• Grade: IIIA

Organisation overview:

• Self Help Africa (SHA) and United Purpose (UP) merged in late 2021 to implement projects to end extreme hunger and poverty in 17 countries, mainly in sub-Saharan Africa. The merger doubled its size and reach, with SHA implementing poverty eradication projects in 17 countries in 2022. The group includes social enterprise subsidiaries Partner Africa, TruTrade, and Cumo Microfinance. In 2022, SHA will reach over six million people and invest €45m in over 100 development programs to improve food systems, access to markets, financial services, climate change, gender inequality, and access to clean water, sanitation, and hygiene.

Job Purpose:

• The “Walk for Life” (WFL) project, implemented by United Purpose Bangladesh and funded by MiracleFeet, aims to improve access to sustainable and comprehensive clubfoot treatment. The project addresses physical and social challenges faced by children with clubfoot by covering essential clinic costs, raising community awareness, and enhancing clinical training on the Ponseti method. Key activities include supporting physiotherapists and treatment materials, organizing outreach events and home visits, and providing specialized training to healthcare providers. Additionally, the project strengthens monitoring and evaluation through mobile technology and fosters partnerships with local authorities and global stakeholders. By expanding Ponseti treatment clinics, advocating for sustainable support, and increasing public awareness, the WFL project strives to make clubfoot care accessible, affordable, and inclusive, improving the health and social integration of affected children in Bangladesh.
• The Project Lead for the Walk for Life project will oversee all aspects of project management, implementation, and stakeholder engagement to ensure accessible and sustainable clubfoot care. Core responsibilities include developing and managing project plans and budgets, coordinating with Ponseti physiotherapists and hospitals to ensure effective clinic operations, and leading community outreach and advocacy efforts. The Project Lead will also supervise clinical and non-clinical staff, organize training and capacity-building initiatives, and implement robust monitoring and evaluation systems for accurate reporting. In addition, the role involves fostering partnerships with local and global stakeholders, ensuring compliance with safeguarding policies, documenting outcomes, and promoting sustainability. The ideal candidate will have expertise in project management, clinical training, community engagement, and team leadership to drive the success of this impactful initiative.

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