Danish Refugee Council (DRC) – is a leading, international humanitarian displacement organization, supporting refugees and internally displaced persons in 40 countries and has been registered in Bangladesh since 2013. In 2017, in response to the Rohingya influx in Bangladesh, DRC launched an integrated program in support of the Government of Bangladesh in site management, Shelter/NFI and Protection. In 2018, DRC started implementing aid projects in support of the host communities most affected by the influx of refugees. As a key part of this, DRC opened an area Office in Cox’s Bazar, and a main office in Dhaka.

Danish Refugee Council Bangladesh has rolled out Internship Program gearing towards empowering, and capacity building the youth to gain experience, develop new skills and expand professional networks, identify career goals/paths and job opportunities, strengthen resume and or attain college credits as part of course work fulfillment. DRC therefore with this program will be able to produce a prepared workforce that can be employed in either private, public, and humanitarian sectors.

The program is targeting recently graduated students (1-3 years) or students in their final year.

This opportunity is extremely rewarding as Interns will have a chance to directly work with and learn from highly skilled, experienced (several years of experience) staff with both national and international exposures as their mentors.

The selected interns will be onboarded for a period of between 3 to 6 months depending on availability of funds and needs within the organization. DRC will offer an allowance to support the intern with out-of-pocket expenses.

POSITION PROFILE

The Intern – HR & Admin will provide clerical support to the HR and Admin Officer in various administrative tasks in Expats Guesthouse and DRC Country office. He/she will ensure the proper cleanliness and hygiene in all apartments with proper supplies. The incumbent will assist in recruitment processes and documentation of DRC staff and volunteers. He/she may need to travel to the camps sometimes for recruitment. The position will work in close cooperation with the HR & Admin Coordinator and the Head of Support Services.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

HR Support

• Assist in the recruitment processes for DRC Staff and Volunteers.
• Assist in documenting the recruitment and personnel files.
• Assist HR & Admin Officer to provide logistical support to arrange tests and interviews.
• Provide assistance during onboarding of new candidates.
• Draft different letters and forward them to HR and Admin Officer for review.
• Ensure confidentiality of the whole recruitment processes.
• Any other duties assigned by the line manager.
• Strictly follow the DRC Code of Conduct and other policies of the organization.

Admin Support

• Ensure and maintain proper cleaning and hygiene in the office and Expats Guesthouse premises.
• Assist Administration Assistant to ensure all travelers to/within Bangladesh and international are assisted with visas and travel arrangements e.g., flight booking, hotel booking, transportation etc.
• Monitor and track the use of GH supplies, track the short fall and ensure all are properly supplied and on time.
• Assist Administration Assistant in preparing bills and payment requests.
• Maintain and monitor office and expats guest house inventory.
• Monitor the proper use of the office conference room and other meeting rooms.
• Collect and distribute couriers or parcels among employees.
• Any other duties assigned by the line manager.
• Strictly follow the DRC Code of Conduct and other policies of the organization.

Safety

• Comply with all global and location-specific safety rules, policies, and procedures. Report safety incidents, near-misses and other relevant information to the safety team as shall be briefed during onboarding. Failure to adhere to these will be considered a disciplinary offence while it may also leave you, your colleagues and DRC Bangladesh, at risk.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES

• Fresh graduates can apply.
• Candidate with post-graduation and 1 or 2 years of experience in HR & Admin will get an advantage.
• Undergraduates who have a requirement to complete an internship to fulfill the requirements of a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree can apply.
• Contextual understanding of Cox’s Bazar will be an added advantage.
• Good Knowledge of MS Office package, preferably in MS Excel and internet browsing.
• Good communication skills required.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Last semester Students in Bachelor’s or Masters in Business Administration, Public Administration, or related subject can apply.
• BBA or MBA degree preferable.

LANGUAGES

• English – (Fluent in writing and speaking)
• Bengali – (Fluent in writing and speaking).

ALL EMPLOYEES ARE EXPECTED TO DEMONSTRATE DRC FIVE CORE COMPETENCIES

• Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
• Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
• Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
• Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
• Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with DRC’s vision and values.

POSITION DETAILS

• Type of contract: National
• Employment Band: As per DRC Bangladesh Internship Guidelines
• Start date: As soon as possible
• Duty station: Cox’s Bazar
• Closing Date for Application: 19th July 2023

APPLICATION PROCESS

1. Applications must be submitted through the mentioned link on the page by clicking on Apply Button.
2. All applicants must send a cover letter along with an updated CV (we encourage CV no longer than four pages) in English.
3. Mentioning three referees’ details of your present supervisor and HR along with past employment’s supervisor with CV.

Note: Applications sent by email will not be considered. In addition, DRC doesn’t charge any fee for any of its recruitment processes & believes in equal opportunity in employment regardless.

If you have questions, you can visit our FAQ page.

For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website: www.drc.ngo.

Gender Equality: DRC is committed to achieving gender parity in staffing at all levels. In light of this, female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply to bridge the gender gap.

Equal Opportunities: DRC is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment based on mutual respect for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, disability status, religion, ethnic origin, colour, race, marital status, or other protected characteristics.

***FRAUD ALERT***

It has been brought to the attention of the Danish Refugee Council (DRC) that there have been instances of fraudulent job offers, purporting to be from DRC in Bangladesh. These offers reportedly concern fraudulent employment opportunities to applicants asking for money. DRC would like to stipulate that the organization never charges or accepts any money from job seekers during the recruitment process. DRC recommends that you do not respond to unsolicited offers of employment.