SECRETARIAT OF THE BAY OF BENGAL INITIATIVE FOR MULTI-SECTORAL TECHNICAL AND ECONOMIC COOPERATION DHAKA, BANGLADESH

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

26 April 2026

Applications are invited from eligible Bangladeshi nationals for the following positions at the BIMSTEC Secretariat in Dhaka, Bangladesh:

1. Project Coordinator:

  1. Number of Post: 01

Key Responsibility:

  • Oversee the timely and quality implementation of project activities in line with the project plan.
  • Develop the capacity of project staff to ensure effective implementation of project interventions.
  • Guide and support project staff to implement project activities efficiently and effectively.
  • Supervise project activities to ensure staff adherence to the project work plan and coordinate with relevant stakeholders to secure their engagement and support.
  • Plan, implement, budget, and manage project activities, including financial management, staff management, report writing, and monitoring & evaluation.
  • Maintain regular liaison with the resource partner to plan and implement activities and ensure timely donor reporting.
  • Identify lessons learned and best practices and contribute to regular project reporting.
  • Make proactive and participatory decisions and resolve problems effectively.
  • Report to the Secretariat on project updates, challenges, and propose solutions to overcome bottlenecks.
  • Perform other tasks assigned by management as needed.

Qualification:

  1. Knowledge and experience in Project Management and any of the following disciplines: Public Health, Medicine, Veterinary Science, Environmental Science, Epidemiology, Health Policy, International Development, or a closely related field.
  2. Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills in English and Bengali language.
  3. Ability to prepare project proposals.
  4. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Education: A Master’s degree (or higher) in Project Management, Public Health, Medicine, Veterinary Science, Environmental Science, Epidemiology, Health Policy, International Development, or a closely related field.

3. Experience:

  1. Minimum 5 years of experience in project coordination or management. 

4. Computer Literacy: Proficiency in computer skills (MS word, excel, power point, virtual communication (zoom, teams etc.) and others.

5. Age Limit: Below 40 years

6. Both males and females can apply

7. Remunerations: Consolidated amount of USD 2500 monthly basis will be paid.
           
8. Deadline for the Applications: 06 May 2026

09. Expected date for entry on duty: 01 June 2026

10. Type of Appointment:

  1. Contractual for 06 months (with possibility of extension).
  2. The selected candidate will be on mandatory probation for a period of 03 months from the date of joining.
  3. The selected candidate is expected to serve the Secretariat for a minimum period of 06 Months, subject to satisfactory performance and continuation of the project.

11. Duty Station: Dhaka, Bangladesh

12. Eligible applicants may apply with a short (one-page) cover letter addressed to the Secretary General of BIMSTEC, BIMSTEC Secretariat, Dhaka, Bangladesh, explaining why they consider themselves suitable for the position.

The application must be accompanied by:

  • Curriculum Vitae (maximum 2 pages) in English
  • Copy of NID/Passport
  • One recent passport-sized colour photograph
  • Copies of academic certificates, testimonials, and transcripts
  • Certificate(s) of experience (if any)

All documents must be submitted in PDF format via email to: jobs@bimstec.org

NOTE:

  1. TELEPHONE CALLS OR ANY MEANS OF COMMUNICATIONS ON THE MATTER ARE NOT ACCEPTED
  2. BIMSTEC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY ORGANIZATION
  3. ONLY SHORT-LISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE INVITED FOR INTERVIEW
  4. NO TRAVELLING AND OTHER RELATED EXPENSES WILL BE OFFERED