Program Officer

Job Description

Title: Program Officer

Company Name: Democracy International

Vacancy: 1

Age: Na

Job Location: Anywhere in Bangladesh

Salary: Negotiable

Experience:

• At least 5 years

Master’s degree in social sciences or a related field.

• At least 5 years

• Professional competency in English (written and oral) with strong translation and interpretation skills (English-Bangla and Bangla-English).
• Proficiency in using digital tools for remote work and collaboration.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to multitask effectively.
• Team-oriented mindset with a strong work ethic.
• At least 5 years of experience in the development sector, preferably in the field of democracy and governance.
• Proven skills in drafting political analysis reports.
• Experience working with political parties and stakeholders.
• Familiarity with USAID program implementation and reporting guidelines.

About the Organization:

The USAID-funded Strengthening Political Landscape (SPL) program, implemented by Democracy International (DI), aims to enhance the capacity of political parties to operate democratically, foster collaboration with politically active citizen organizations, and promote democratic values to strengthen Bangladesh`s political landscape.

Position Summary:

The Program Officer will assist in designing, implementing, and monitoring program activities, facilitating workshops and trainings, and supporting advocacy events. The position involves coordinating with regional teams, engaging stakeholders, and preparing detailed reports under the supervision of the Senior Program Manager. This is a project-based short-term position with an anticipated end date of September 2025.

Key Responsibilities:

Program Implementation and Coordination:

Organize and implement trainings, workshops, and advocacy events with political parties and stakeholders.

• Support DI SPL`s flagship programs for Junior and Senior political party members.

• Lead grassroots party conferences promoting democratic councils and constitutional reforms.

• Facilitate consultation meetings with stakeholders, including political leaders and advocacy groups.

• Provide support to the Senior Leaders Fellowship Program (SLFP).

Stakeholder Engagement and Communication:

• Coordinate with DI`s Regional Teams to ensure smooth program activities and logistics.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders to ensure effective program implementation.

Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting:

• Collect and analyze data from program activities for monitoring and evaluation purposes.

• Conduct field visits to monitor program progress and support regional offices.

• Prepare detailed quantitative and qualitative program reports for submission to the Senior Program Manager.

Administrative and Logistical Support:

• Provide logistical support for meetings, workshops, and events, ensuring efficient resource utilization.

• Assist with budget planning and monitor program expenses to ensure alignment with program goals.

Cross-functional Support:

• Translate and interpret materials between English and Bangla as needed.

• Collaborate with the team to improve program strategies and achieve desired outcomes.

• Undertake other tasks as assigned to support DI’s organizational goals.