Program Associate - Bangladesh

Company: Democracy International
Location: Chicago
Posted on: January 17, 2025

Job Description:

Location: Dhaka, BangladeshJob Id: 970# of Openings: 3Program AssociateDemocracy International (DI) is seeking to hire a Program Associate for the Bangladesh Strengthening Political Accountability for Citizen Empowerment (B-SPACE) Project. DI is implementing projects to promote broader participation in Bangladeshi political parties by increasing youth and women's representation, promoting intra-party democracy, facilitating inter-party relationships, bringing parties together around local priority issues, and improving the environment for more responsive politics. DI is recruiting full-time Program Associates in Cumilla, Dhaka, and Sylhet. Please mention your preferred geographic location in your application, along with your application letter and resume. This role is only open to citizens of Bangladesh. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.Responsibilities:

• Assist the DI team with day-to-day project activities.
• Draft necessary reports in English, including weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports, case stories, program progress updates, event reports, and meeting minutes.
• Support planning and executing activities, including logistical arrangements for workshops, trainings, conferences, meetings, etc.
• Support facilitating trainings and workshops.
• Prepare PowerPoint presentations on project activities.
• Moderate meetings and discussions.
• Coordinate and follow up with stakeholders.
• Manage and develop relationships with stakeholders.
• Interpret event proceedings for expat peers or visitors, translate documents between Bangla and English, and proofread/edit documents.
• Conduct field visits to execute project activities in different regional locations as required by DI.
• Support outreach efforts with local press, CSOs, voluntary organizations, and on social media.
• Regularly monitor news and share relevant updates with peers.
• Collaborate and cooperate with teams across the project.
• Assist with procurement of goods and services for project activities.
• Provide other similar or related services as DI may reasonably request.Qualifications:
  • A bachelor's degree, preferably in political science, social science, international relations, development studies, peace building, or any other relevant subject.
  • Minimum three years of professional experience demonstrating the required skills to perform key responsibilities.
  • Two years of full-time job experience in project coordination and implementation preferred.
  • Enthusiasm and understanding of the political context of Bangladesh preferred.
  • Communication skills with experience in interacting with high-level government officials, political leaders, civil society, and related stakeholders required.
  • Excellent analytical, written, and oral communication skills in both English and Bangla required.
  • Networking and interaction with public and non-profit organizations, including political parties, youth and women's organizations, volunteer groups, social forums, etc., preferred.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and self-discipline required.
  • Prior experience with FCDO and/or USAID projects, procedures, policies, and reporting skills preferred.
  • Excellent ICT and computer skills, especially in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and web research required.Reporting:
    • This position reports to the Chief of Party.Application Process:Interested applicants must submit a CV and cover letter indicating preferred geographic location by November 22, 2024. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. DI will only contact candidates of interest.Democracy International maintains the highest ethical standards. We are committed to the prevention of sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment as well as other ethical breaches. All our positions are therefore subject to stringent vetting and reference checks.About the Organization:DI provides technical assistance, analytical services and project implementation for democracy, human rights, governance and conflict mitigation programs worldwide for the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), the U.S. State Department and other development partners. Since its founding in 2003, Democracy International has worked with civil society organizations, political parties, election-management bodies, government agencies, legislatures, justice-sector institutions, and others in 80+ countries.DI welcomes and supports a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are committed to equal employment opportunities (EEO) for all applicants seeking employment and for DI employees. DI makes employment decisions based on organizational needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, personal appearance, military status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political affiliation, educational status, unemployment status, place of residence or business, source of income, or reproductive health decision making. Additionally, harassment or discrimination based on these characteristics will not be tolerated at DI. To perform the essential functions of this position, reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities.
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