JOB DESCRIPTION

Position: Project Manager 

Department: Products & Services

Location: Vietnam

Reports to: Vietnam Country Manager and VP Products & Services

WHY WORK FOR US?

The Centre for Child Rights and Business (The Centre) is one of the very few organisations in the world working exclusively on child rights issues in the business context. In the 10+ years of our journey to date, we have improved the lives of thousands of children, young people and working parents. We’re a friendly, diverse and international team coming from a range of backgrounds, who all share a joint passion: to make the world a better place for children by helping international businesses in their sustainability and responsible supply chain efforts.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

We are hiring an experienced Project Manager  to cover Vietnam to help us keep growing. If you're dedicated, ambitious and looking to gain experience working for an international purpose-driven organisation in the child rights and human rights space, The Centre is an excellent place to grow and develop your career.

We are looking for a candidate to join our team and support the expansion and growth of The Centre towards global and local brands in Vietnam by maintaining a local presence, assuring project implementation, delivering & organizing trainings, conducting/supporting research work and performing networking with key stakeholders of The Centre.

This role is a full-time post and will be preferably based in Vietnam (ideally in HCMC or Hanoi).

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES 

The position includes but is not limited to the following specific tasks:

1.  Manage programs and projects in Vietnam and ensure a smooth implementation, including
     a)    Liaise with stakeholders in Vietnam, factories, implementing partners, community-based organizations, etc. to ensure quality and timely project execution; 
     b)    Conduct desk research to complement project delivery and methodology;
     c)    Build capacity of stakeholders and possible implementing partners, both in the preparation phase and throughout the projects;

     d)    Prepare work plans and submit project reports;
     e)    Monitoring and evaluation, e.g. baseline, end line, and factory monitoring visits;
     f)     Prepare and conduct trainings for various stakeholders;
     g)    Ensure regular reviews and adjustments are made based on operational matters to ensure optimum results. Bring to the attention of the supervisor management challenges in a timely manner and propose solutions and alternative strategies for achieving results, and;
     h)    Contribute to the creation and sharing of knowledge by summarizing and documenting results, lessons learned and good practices from the implementation of the project.
   
   

2. Regularly update The Centre’s Vietnam factsheets, and research on child rights related legal provisions

3. Support the preparation of training sessions, data analysis, and reporting as well as supporting research under the supervision and guidance of the Director CRIB 

4. Carry out rapid assessment of child labor cases as per The Centre’s methodology and in close cooperation with The Centre’s Child Labor Focal Person

5.  Develop and sustain relations with businesses and enterprises

6. Support business development, e.g. exploring cooperation opportunities with local social organizations and related service providers, supporting proposal development incl. towards brands and supply chains, etc.

7. Participate in identifying and connecting with partners, including local governmental agencies, sectoral associations, international and national NGOs, government entities, educational institutions and commercial service providers and trainers, etc.

8. Keep in close contact with brands and their supplying factories, and certified service providers and trainers

9.  Participate and represent The Centre in events, conferences, meetings as decided in cooperation with the Vietnam Country Manager/CEO

10.  Regular calls with The Centre’s colleagues in other offices, regular check-ins with the Directors & CEO

11.  Local logistic support for events and visits; and

12.  Other duties as requested.

SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

1. Education: University degree or higher in social science, business development or business management. 

2. A minimum 5 years of proven experience in a similar role with international exposure is a MUST.

3. Experience conducting social audits/assessments preferred

4. Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.

5. Excellent English and Vietnamese equal to mother tongue is a MUST.

6. Strong research and analytical skills.

7. Great multitasker and capable of simultaneously managing multiple projects with different deadlines.

8. Strong organizational and time management skills.

9. Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.

10. Highly trustworthy and capable of handling highly sensitive and confidential information.

11. Solid problem-solving and team management abilities

12. Good computer skills, Microsoft office etc

Application with cover letter and CV should be sent to recruitment@childrights-business.org. Closing date: 31st August 2022. Please also indicate the salary expectation in your application email.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position: Junior Project Manager 

Department: Products & Services

Location: Dhaka, Bangladesh

Reports to: CEO and Country Manager 

WHY WORK FOR US?

The Centre for Child Rights and Business (The Centre) is one of the very few organisations in the world working exclusively on child rights issues in the business context. In the 10+ years of our journey to date, we have improved the lives of thousands of children, young people and working parents. We’re a friendly, diverse and international team coming from a range of backgrounds, who all share a joint passion: to make the world a better place for children by helping international businesses in their sustainability and responsible supply chain efforts.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

We are hiring an experienced Junior Project Manager to cover Bangladesh to help us keep growing. If you're dedicated and ambitious looking to gain experience working for an international purpose-driven organisation in the child rights and human rights space, The Centre is an excellent place to grow and develop your career.

We are looking for a candidate to join our team and manage support the expansion and growth of The Centre towards global and local brands in Bangladesh by maintaining a local presence, assuring project implementation, delivering & organizing trainings, conducting/supporting research work and performing networking with key stakeholders of The Centre. 

This role is a full-time post and will be preferably based in Dhaka/Bangladesh. 

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES 

The position includes but is not limited to the following specific tasks:

1. Manage programs and projects in Bangladesh and ensure a smooth implementation, including

1. Liaise with stakeholders in Bangladesh, factories, implementing partners, community-based organizations, etc. to ensure quality and timely project execution;  

2. Conduct desk research to complement project delivery and methodology 

3. Build capacity of stakeholders and possible implementing partners, both in the preparation phase and throughout the projects;

4. Prepare work plans and submit project reports;

5. Monitoring and evaluation, e.g. baseline, end line, and factory monitoring visits; 

6. Prepare and conduct trainings for various stakeholders

7. Ensure regular reviews and adjustments are made based on operational matters to ensure optimum results. Bring to the attention of the supervisor management challenges in a timely manner and propose solutions and alternative strategies for achieving results, and

8. Contribute to the creation and sharing of knowledge by summarizing and documenting results, lessons learned and good practices from the implementation of the project.

   
   

2.   Regularly update The Centre’s Bangladesh factsheets, and research on child rights related legal provisions;  

3.   Support the preparation of training sessions, data analysis, and reporting as well as supporting research under the supervision and guidance of the Director CRIB

4.   Develop and sustain relations with businesses and enterprises

5.   Support business development, e.g. exploring cooperation opportunities with local social organizations and related service providers, supporting proposal development incl. towards brands and supply chains, etc.

6.   Participate in identifying and connecting with partners, including local governmental agencies, sectoral associations, international and national NGOs, government entities, educational institutions and commercial service providers and trainers, etc. 

7.   Keep in close contact with brands and their supplying factories, and certified service providers and trainers

8.   Participate and represent The Centre in events, conferences, meetings as decided in cooperation with the Bangladesh Country Manager / CEO

9.   Regular calls with The Centre’s colleagues in other offices, regular check-ins with the Directors & CEO

10. Local logistic support for events and visits; and

11. Other duties as requested.

SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

1. Education: University degree or higher in social science, business development or business management

2. A minimum 2 years of proven experience in a similar role with international exposure is a MUST

3. Experience conducting social audits/assessments preferred

4. Outstanding verbal and written communication skills

5. Excellent English equal to mother tongue is a MUST

6. Strong research and analytical skills

7. Great multitasker and capable of simultaneously managing multiple projects with different deadlines

8. Strong organizational and time management skills

9. Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment

10. Highly trustworthy and capable of handling highly sensitive and confidential information

11. Solid problem-solving and team management abilities

12. Good computer skills, Microsoft office, etc

Application with cover letter and CV should be sent recruitment@childrights-business.org before the closing date, September 30, 2022.  Please also indicate your salary expectation in your application email. 

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position: Senior Project Manager 

Department: Products & Services

Location: Dhaka, Bangladesh

Reports to: CEO and Country Manager 

WHY WORK FOR US?

The Centre for Child Rights and Business (The Centre) is one of the very few organisations in the world working exclusively on child rights issues in the business context. In the 10+ years of our journey to date, we have improved the lives of thousands of children, young people and working parents. We’re a friendly, diverse and international team coming from a range of backgrounds, who all share a joint passion: to make the world a better place for children by helping international businesses in their sustainability and responsible supply chain efforts.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

We are hiring an experienced Junior Project Manager to cover Bangladesh to help us keep growing. If you're dedicated and ambitious looking to gain experience working for an international purpose-driven organisation in the child rights and human rights space, The Centre is an excellent place to grow and develop your career.

We are looking for a candidate to join our team and manage support the expansion and growth of The Centre towards global and local brands in Bangladesh by maintaining a local presence, assuring project implementation, delivering & organizing trainings, conducting/supporting research work and performing networking with key stakeholders of The Centre. 

This role is a full-time post and will be preferably based in Dhaka/Bangladesh. 

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES 

The position includes but is not limited to the following specific tasks:

1. Manage programs and projects in Bangladesh and ensure a smooth implementation, including

1. Liaise with stakeholders in Bangladesh, factories, implementing partners, community-based organizations, etc. to ensure quality and timely project execution;  

2. Conduct desk research to complement project delivery and methodology 

3. Build capacity of stakeholders and possible implementing partners, both in the preparation phase and throughout the projects; 

4. Prepare work plans and submit project reports;

5. Monitoring and evaluation, e.g. baseline, end line, and factory monitoring visits; 

6. Prepare and conduct trainings for various stakeholders

7. Ensure regular reviews and adjustments are made based on operational matters to ensure optimum results. Bring to the attention of the supervisor management challenges in a timely manner and propose solutions and alternative strategies for achieving results, and

8. Contribute to the creation and sharing of knowledge by summarizing and documenting results, lessons learned and good practices from the implementation of the project.

   
   

2.  Regularly update The Centre’s Bangladesh factsheets, and research on child rights related legal provisions;  

3. Support the preparation of training sessions, data analysis, and reporting as well as supporting research under the supervision and guidance of the Director CRIB

4.  Develop and sustain relations with businesses and enterprises

5.  Support business development, e.g. exploring cooperation opportunities with local social organizations and related service providers, supporting proposal development incl. towards brands and supply chains, etc.

6.  Participate in identifying and connecting with partners, including local governmental agencies, sectoral associations, international and national NGOs, government entities, educational institutions and commercial service providers and trainers, etc. 

7.  Keep in close contact with brands and their supplying factories, and certified service providers and trainers 

8.  Participate and represent The Centre in events, conferences, meetings as decided in cooperation with the Bangladesh Country Manager / CEO

9.  Regular calls with The Centre’s colleagues in other offices, regular check-ins with the Directors & CEO

10. Local logistic support for events and visits; and

11. Other duties as requested

SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

1. Education: University degree or higher in social science, business development or business management

2. A minimum 5 years of proven experience in a similar role with international exposure is a MUST

3. Experience conducting social audits/assessments preferred

4. Outstanding verbal and written communication skills

5. Excellent English equal to mother tongue is a MUST

6. Strong research and analytical skills

7. Great multitasker and capable of simultaneously managing multiple projects with different deadlines

8. Strong organizational and time management skills

9. Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment

10. Highly trustworthy and capable of handling highly sensitive and confidential information

11. Solid problem-solving and team management abilities

12. Good computer skills, Microsoft office, etc

Application with cover letter and CV should be sent recruitment@childrights-business.org before the closing date, September 30, 2022.  Please also indicate your salary expectation in your application email. 

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position: Vice President of Services

Department: Products & Services

Location: preferably Hong Kong, but other locations where The Centre currently has presence will be considered.

Reports to: CEO 

WHY WORK FOR US?

The Centre for Child Rights and Business (The Centre) is one of the very few organisations in the world working exclusively on child rights issues in the business context. In the 10+ years of our journey to date, we have improved the lives of thousands of children, young people and working parents. We’re a friendly, diverse and international team coming from a range of backgrounds, who all share a joint passion: to make the world a better place for children by helping international businesses in their sustainability and responsible supply chain efforts.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

We are hiring an experienced VP Services to help us keep growing. If you're dedicated and ambitious looking to gain experience working for an international purpose-driven organisation in the child rights and human rights space, The Centre is an excellent place to grow and develop your career.

We are looking for a candidate to join our team and manage support the expansion and growth of The Centre towards global and local brands worldwide by both by leading  and managing our local implementation teams in maintaining a local presence, assuring project implementation, and directly supporting  key deliverables, such as  developing, delivering & organizing trainings, drafting and revising project reports and performing networking with key stakeholders of The Centre. 

The Vice President Services will lead the ongoing development of the organisation’s supply chain solutions and works with the business development and communications team to ensure The Centre creates ongoing measurable positive impact on children impacted by international supply chains.  

This role is a full-time post and will be preferably based in Hong Kong, other locations with key presence of The Centre  in particular London, HCMC/Hanoi, Jakarta, or Colombo will be considered.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES 

The position includes but is not limited to the following specific tasks:

1. Work closely with CEO in order to fulfil The Centre’s mission

2. Supervise all the projects implementation to ensure effective and timely delivery of all services to clients 

3. Develops processes, strategies to ensure high quality and timely implementation of all projects.

4. Supervise and lead local teams worldwide

5. Develop new innovative services and products. 

6. Support project implementation where necessary 

7. Be the focal point for stakeholders 

8. Take responsibility for reporting and final program delivery

9. Monitor all project budgets and expenditures

10. Work with HR to recruit, train, evaluate and retain staff under Products & Services 

11. Work closely with BD team to ensure smooth communication with clients, and ensure service renewals where possible. 

12. Other duties as assigned by CEO

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Education: Masters degree or higher in social science, business development or business management.  

2. 10 to 15 years of professional experiences role with senior management level, project management experiences, preferably related to responsible sourcing, supply chain management, social sustainability and child rights 

3. Experience in managing multiple teams in different service regions

4. Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, strong analytical skills, excellent English equal to mother tongue

5. Solid problem-solving and team management abilities

6. Great multitasker and capable of simultaneously managing multiple projects with different deadlines

7. Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.

8. Strong organizational, time management and multitasking skills

9. Good computer skills, Microsoft office etc 

Application with cover letter and CV should be sent to recruitment@childrights-business.org. Closing date: 30th November  2022. Please also indicate the salary expectation in your application email. 

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position: Project Manager 

Department: Products & Services

Location: Shanghai area with preliminary training in Shenzhen office (6 months)  

Reports to: Services & Products  Director China (based in Shenzhen)

WHY WORK FOR US?

The Centre for Child Rights and Business (The Centre) is one of the very few organisations in the world working exclusively on child rights issues in the business context. In the 10+ years of our journey to date, we have improved the lives of thousands of children, young people and working parents. We’re a friendly, diverse and international team coming from a range of backgrounds, who all share a joint passion: to make the world a better place for children by helping international businesses in their sustainability and responsible supply chain efforts.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

The role of the Project Manager is to support the expansion and growth of The Centre towards global and local brands in China, by maintaining local presence, assuring project implementation, delivering & organizing trainings, conducting/supporting research work and performing networking with key stakeholders of The Centre.

The position is a full-time job based in Shanghai Office and can work from home partially. This position includes extensive travelling to factory locations within mainland China.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES 

The position includes but is not limited to the following specific tasks:

1. Manage programs and projects in China and ensure a smooth implementation, including

1. Liaise with stakeholders in China, factories, implementing partners, etc. to ensure quality and timely project execution;  

2. Travel to different sites (mainly clients’ supply chain) to conduct the project activities, worker surveys, interviews with workers & factory managers, etc. 

3. Conduct desk research to complement project delivery and methodology 

4. Build capacity of stakeholders and possible implementing partners, both in the preparation phase and throughout the projects; 

5. Prepare work plans and submit project reports;

6. Monitoring and evaluation, e.g. baseline, end line, and factory monitoring visits; 

7. Prepare and conduct trainings for various stakeholders

8. Ensure regular reviews and adjustments are made based on operational matters to ensure optimum results. Bring to the attention of the supervisor management challenges in a timely manner and propose solutions and alternative strategies for achieving results, and

9. Contribute to the creation and sharing of knowledge by summarizing and documenting results, lessons learned and good practices from the implementation of the project.

2. Regularly update The Centre’s China factsheets, and research on child rights related legal provisions;  

3. Support the preparation of training sessions, data analysis, and reporting under the supervision and guidance of the Director China

4. Develop and sustain relations with businesses and enterprises

5. Support business development, e.g. exploring cooperation opportunities with local social organizations and related service providers, supporting proposal development incl. towards brands and supply chains, etc.

6. Participate in identifying and connecting with partners and relevant stakeholders.

7. Keep in close contact with brands and their supplying factories, and certified service providers and trainers 

8. Participate and represent The Centre in events, conferences, meetings 

9. Regular calls with The Centre’s colleagues in other offices, regular check-ins with the Directors & CEO

10. Local logistic support for events and visits; and

11. Other duties as requested

SKILLS, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

1. Minimum university degree or above in relevant subject (e.g. social science, sociology, public administration, etc)

2. A minimum 5 years of proven experience in a similar role with international exposure is a MUST

3. Excellent Mandarin and English equal to mother tongue is a MUST

4. Experience with project management incl. budget preparation, monitoring and evaluation

5. Experience working in factory environment

6. Good understanding of current child rights issues, CSR and supply chain in China

7. Ability to work independently and with a high level of integrity and professionalism

8. Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills; 

9. Highly trustworthy and capable of handling highly sensitive and confidential information; 

10. Present oneself as professional, innovative, creative, and a self-starter;

11. Excellent writing skills, including proper spelling, grammar, and formatting of proposals, presentations and reports

12. Strong organizational, time management and multitasking skills

13. Good computer skills, Microsoft office etc.

14. Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment

15. Passion for finding innovative ways to promote child rights in business operations

Application with cover letter and CV should be sent to recruitment@childrights-business.org. Closing date: October 15th 2022. Please also indicate the salary expectation in your application email.