Join Us at Plan International Bangladesh: Make a Lasting Impact!

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organization that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. Plan International envisages a world in which all children and young people realize their full potential, a vision now shared by the 193 Heads of State and Government who adopted the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development in September 2015.

Plan International Bangladesh envisions a 2030 where children and youth, particularly girls and young women, are recognized as leaders of change in gender norms and can make decisions about their lives. Our country strategy, launched in July 2020, focuses on empowering girls and young women to be heard, live without fear of violence, and achieve their rights. Our significant achievements to date include gender-transformative actions, humanitarian response to the Rohingya crisis and natural disasters, climate and disaster resilience, building our evidence base, and effective advocacy from local to international levels, as well as evolving our partnership approach.

We are committed to supporting children and youth, especially girls and young women, throughout their journey from childhood to adulthood. Over the next six years, we will amplify and support the role of girls and youth from all identities in a greater social movement. This will enable them to step out of prescribed gender roles, break the poverty cycle, and manage acute shocks and stressors, including those brought about by climate change. To achieve this vision, PIB must ensure a high-quality, high-performing team to deliver world-class programmes.

The Role and Scope:

Deputy Director- Programme will lead program operations/project implementation, manage programme specialists and managers, and ensure the effective and efficient delivery of high-quality and integrated programme that align with Plan International’s strategic objectives. This role is essential to drive Plan International Bangladesh’s vision, where children and youth, especially girls and young women, are recognized as leaders of change in gender norms and are empowered to make decisions about their lives. The portfolio consists of large numbers of projects that have a national reach, including strong integrated influencing, & campaign work, connecting from local, national and global level.

The Deputy Director-Programme (DDP) plays a leading role in ensuring overall program responsiveness, quality and impact. The DDP ensures that programs are evidence-based and needs-driven, monitored closely, and funded appropriately. Reporting to the Director-Programme and a member of the Extended Leadership Team, this portfolio will supervise technical program managers/specialists. The post holder is expected to make regular visits to all programme location, and to spend extended periods outside of their designated work station as well as represent to the relevant stakeholders and network.

This post holder will collaborate with different teams, i.e. Business, Partnership and Impact; Influencing, Communication and Campaign; Finance, Operations and System teams. The incumbent will maintain strong working relations with the Programme (Technical) Advisors to ensure timely technical input to deliver quality program, innovation and capture learning.

What we’re looking for:

Seasoned Leader: Demonstrated history of managing programmes ideally within the development and humanitarian sector.

Programme Manager: Ability to oversee the implementation and quality assurance of all programmes (at least 8-10 projects, may increase), ensuring alignment with Plan International Bangladesh’s vision and strategic objectives.

Monitoring Capability: Establish and implement robust monitoring and evaluation systems to measure programme effectiveness and impact.

Collaborative Partner: Collaborate with partners to leverage resources and expertise, ensuring holistic and integrated programme delivery.

Team Expert: Through efficient hiring, capacity building and performance management, create and sustain a high performing program team.

Why Join Us?

Joining Plan International means engaging in impactful work that transforms lives and promotes equality as part of our global network, you will have opportunities for international collaboration and continuous professional development. We value diversity and inclusivity, offering a supportive environment where every team member is empowered to thrive. If you are an experienced leader with a passion for making a difference, we invite you to be a part of our journey and help shape a better future for children in Bangladesh.

Click here for the role profile: Deputy Director-Programme.

Location: Dhaka

Duration: Two Years

Salary: Monthly consolidated salary range for this role is BDT 287,183.00 to BDT 358,979.00 (may vary based on experience) along with other benefits i.e. Life Insurance, Hospitalization Insurance coverage along with Out Patient Treatment Benefit.

Application Closing Date: 10 August 2024

Plan International Bangladesh is committed to ending gender inequality, and achieving a gender balanced workforce. Equality, diversity and inclusion is at the very heart of everything that we stand for. Only short-listed candidates shall be contacted. Any prior communication or persuasion may lead to disqualification of the candidacy.

A range of pre-employment checks and anti-terrorism screening will be undertaken in conformity with Plan International’s Global Policy of Safeguarding. Plan International also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this scheme we will request information from applicants previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

Please note that Plan International will never ask for any fees through mobile banking or send unsolicited emails requesting payment from candidates.

Plan follows an equal opportunity policy and actively encourages diversity welcoming applications from all especially women and people living with disability.

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Recently there have been instances of fraudulent job advertisements/offers in favour of Plan International Bangladesh asking for fees through different mobile Banking options which has led to confusion among job seekers. Plan International would like to stipulate that these are fraudulent activities and Plan International does not ask for or ever accept any such fees during the recruitment process. Plan International advises you to be vigilant against such fraudulent activities.