The Hunger Project-Bangladesh
The Hunger Project-Bangladesh
The Hunger Project-Bangladesh
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Summary
- Vacancy: —
- Location: Dhaka
- Salary: Negotiable
- Experience: 5 to 7 years
- Published: 7 Aug 2024
Requirements
Education
Minimum Required: Master’s degree in government/political science, business administration or related fields from a reputed University.
Experience
- 5 to 7 years
- The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s):
NGO
Additional Requirements
- Minimum Required: 5-7 years as a project director role in a big project or ten years in another senior grant project management role.
- Preferred: Non-profit setting with remote team structure, and experience in a fast-paced environment with a small team.
- Strong knowledge of governance.
- Ability to inspire and enlist the committed participation of senior volunteers from civil society and political actors, including women, youth, and religious leaders.
- Deep understanding of Bangladesh’s political dynamics.
- Demonstrated commitment to gender equity and bottom-up approaches to development.
Responsibilities & Context
Position Summary:
The Project Director will provide strategic directions, essential support and advice to the Deputy Project Director and the team. The incumbent will provide leadership to build strategic partnerships with various actors, lead the project, subgrantees and vendors, and ensure synergy of the works. The Project Director will play a strategic role in liaising with donors, government bodies, civil society, and other relevant stakeholders. They will ensure a high standard of stewardship in resource mobilization and allocation, financial integrity, accountability, and compliance with the relevant Financial Policies.
This full-time position is based out of THP’s Bangladesh Office in Dhaka. The position reports to the Country Director, works in close collaboration with the project senior management team based in Bangladesh, The Hunger Project’s global office team in the US and Malawi, and leads a team of 40.
Essential Functions:
Strategic Leadership:
- Develop and communicate a clear strategic vision for the project to the Country Director and the team.
- Provide guidance and direction to ensure alignment of project activities with organizational goals and objectives.
- Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the project team.
- Conduct regular strategic planning sessions with the project team.
- Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities for team members.
- Evaluate and adjust the project’s strategic direction based on changing circumstances.
- Maintain close relationships with local political leaders, members of civil society.
Partnership Building:
- Identify, cultivate, and nurture strategic partnerships with key stakeholders, including government bodies, civil society, and other relevant organizations.
- Lead the consortium by facilitating collaboration and coordination among partner organizations.
- Foster relationships with external partners to enhance project impact and sustainability.
- Attend relevant industry events and networking opportunities.
- Initiate and lead partnership-building meetings with potential collaborators.
- Establish formal partnership agreements and Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) with key stakeholders.
- Stakeholder Engagement:
- Act as a primary point of contact for project funders, government bodies, civil society, and other stakeholders.
- Develop and maintain effective communication channels to keep stakeholders informed of project progress and challenges.
- Conduct regular meetings and consultations with stakeholders to gather feedback and ensure alignment with project objectives.
- Prepare and deliver presentations to donors and stakeholders.
- Develop communication materials, including newsletters and reports.
- Organize and facilitate stakeholder workshops and forums.
Staff Category: Project based and Full-time
Duty Station: THP Dhaka Office
Reportable to: Country Director
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Compensation & Other Benefits
Benefit Highlights and Salary: Only gross salary commensurate with experience and Bangladesh market standards. No other financial non-financial benefits.
Employment Status
Full Time
Job Location
Dhaka