Department Coordination Officer (DCO)

Job Description

Title: Department Coordination Officer (DCO)

Company Name: BRAC University

Vacancy: --

Age: Na

Job Location: Dhaka (Merul Badda)

Salary: --

Experience:

• At least 5 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): University

• Masters

Master’s degree in Business Administration/Social Sciences/Computer Science and Engineering or in relevant areas from reputed public or private universities with excellent academic credentials

• At least 5 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): University

• 5 years of experience in a similar position will be given preference

• Strong interpersonal skills and is adept at building relationships with different stakeholders

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills both in Bangla and English

• Proficiency in MS Office and the use of Internet

• Excellent organizational skills

• Ability to work with a diverse group of colleague

• Experience of using initiative and creativity to resolve problems, identifying suitable solutions and opportunities for improvement

• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and service areas

BRAC University (BRACU) follows a liberal arts approach to education, which nurtures innovative ideas and gives new impetus to the field of tertiary education. It ensures a high quality of education and aims to meet the demands of contemporary times. BRACU is accredited by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and approved by the Ministry of Education, Government of Bangladesh, which has established itself as one of the leading private universities in Bangladesh. The university plays an integral role in developing skilled graduates for a knowledge-based economy. We are searching for a competent candidate to add value to this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as an effective link between the departments, students, faculty, Registrar`s office and other relevant offices

• Maintain and supervise all architecture studios, labs, classrooms and required office equipment during his/her daily office hour, and should handover the responsibility to ADCO/ Office Assistant/ Security after office hour while leaving station

• Act as a link between chairperson and the faculty members of the department, and keep both sides informed about the developments on academic and research activities

• Keep the faculty members/staff informed about the rules/policies of BRACU and the department

• Coordinate department and school events, lectures, seminars, exhibitions, workshops, study tours, etc.

• Ensure positive and respectful relationship with students

• Maintain e-mail correspondence with all stakeholders on regular basis

• Workout the requirements of the stationary items of the department, submit requisition, draw items from the administrative officer and issue them to all concerned on a regular (monthly/weekly) basis and respond to special equipment needs in a similar manner

• Ensure that a healthy academic environment exists at all times in the department

Job Location: BRAC University, Kha 224, Bir Uttam Rafiqul Islam Avenue, Merul Badda, Dhaka 1212, Bangladesh