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Instructor - Tailoring and Hand Stitching

ActionAid Bangladesh

Deadline: September 15, 2025

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Job Summary

Vacancy: 1

Salary: Tk. 24175 (Monthly)

Age: Na

Experience: At least 1 years

Location: Cox`s Bazar (Teknaf)

Published: September 10, 2025

Experience

At least 1 years
The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): NGO

Additional Requirements

Education & Training:

Certification or formal training in tailoring, hand stitching is preferred.
Minimum secondary education is necessary; additional training in vocational education is preferred.

Experience:

At least 1 year of practical experience in tailoring and hand stitching, including garment production or similar work.
Experience in training or mentoring individuals, particularly women and youth in low-resource settings, is highly desirable.

Skills and Competencies

Expertise in tailoring techniques such as pattern making, fabric cutting and hand stitching.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills to engage participants effectively.
Ability to deliver training to participants with diverse learning needs, including those with low literacy levels.
Knowledge of quality control standards and market requirements for tailored products.

Cultural Awareness:

Familiarity with Rohingya cultural and social norms is highly desirable to ensure culturally sensitive training
Language and Technology:
Fluency in Bangla is required; knowledge of Rohingya or Chittagonian is an asset.
Basic proficiency in using digital tools for record-keeping or creating training materials is advantageous.

Other Requirements:

Commitment to empowering women and promoting gender equality

Relationships
S/he will report to Project Officer – Empowerment and Sustainability. S/he will work as a team member in this project.

Responsibilities & Context

Project : Sustainable Solution and protection for the Rohingya Refugee Community in Camps Project, Funded by UNHCR

Type of contract : Fixed term contract

Duration of Contract : Up to 31 December 2025 (if not extended)

Key responsibilities include (not limited to):

Skills Training Delivery (50% of time)

Conduct practical sessions on tailoring techniques, including fabric cutting, pattern making, and stitching garments in 3 Camps.
Teach hand decorative stitching to program participants.
Ensure participants gain confidence in tailoring and hand stitching through hands-on practice.

Curriculum Design and Implementation: (5% of time)

Develop a step-by-step training curriculum tailored to participants` skill levels, from beginners to advanced learners.
Incorporate culturally relevant designs and techniques into the curriculum.
Update training modules based on feedback and emerging market trends.

Participant Support and Assessment: (10% of time)

Evaluate participants’ progress through regular assessments and provide constructive feedback.
Offer one-on-one mentorship to address specific challenges and build participant confidence.
Foster an inclusive learning environment that encourages active participation.
Product Development and Market Orientation: (10% of time)
Guide participants in creating high-quality, market-ready garments and stitched items.
Share insights into design, finishing, and quality control to enhance product appeal.
Educate participants on current fashion trends and market demands for tailored and hand-stitched items.

Resource and Safety Management: (5% of time)

Manage sewing machines, hand stitching tools, and materials, ensuring their proper maintenance and use.
Ensure the training environment adheres to safety and hygiene standards.
Prepare and communicate a list of required tools and materials for training sessions.

Coordination and Collaboration: (5% of time)

Work closely with the Project Officer and other team members to align tailoring and stitching activities with broader program goals.
Collaborate with market linkage staff to connect participants with potential buyers, local businesses, or cooperatives.
Engage with community leaders and stakeholders to promote the program and its benefits.

Reporting and Documentation: 5%

Maintain detailed records of participant attendance, progress, and achievements.
Document success stories to highlight the program’s impact on participants` lives.
Submit periodic reports to the Project Officer, including recommendations for program improvements.

Embedding Feminist Leadership Principles and Anti-Racism Practices: 10%

Act as a role model by embodying Feminist Leadership Principles in daily work and team interactions.
Foster team awareness and create a supportive environment for adopting Feminist Leadership Principles.
Actively promote anti-racism practices and ensure personal and team actions reflect this commitment.

Compensation & Other Benefits

Salary and benefits : Monthly Gross Salary BDT. 24175 with other admissible benefits such as mobile & internet allowance, medical benefit, group life insurance etc