Experience
- At least 5 years
- The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Development Agency
Education
Master’s degree in disaster management, disaster risk reduction, climate change, environmental science, civil engineering, architecture, development studies, international development, or related subjects.
Professional training or certification in disaster risk management, climate adaptation, resilient housing, emergency response, or related fields will be considered an advantage.
Requirements
- At least 5 years
- The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Development Agency
Responsibilities & Context
Habitat for Humanity International (HFHI) is a non-profit faith-based organization dedicated to eliminating substandard housing and homelessness worldwide and to making adequate, affordable shelter a matter of conscience and action. Habitat for Humanity is founded on the conviction that every man, woman and child should have a simple, decent, affordable place to live in dignity and safety. HFHI Bangladesh (HFHI-B) country office is currently looking for interested and qualified candidates for the following position: Specialist - Disaster Resilience and Recovery
Works location: Dhaka, Bangladesh
Expected starting date: 01 January 2027
Contract length: One year
Type of contract: Full time
Functional area: Programs
Reports to: Associate Director, Programs
Number of direct reports: None
Key functional relationships: HFHI Bangladesh office: RD team, Finance team, HR and Administration team, Communications team
Open to: Bangladeshi Nationals only
The Specialist – Disaster Resilience & Recovery will lead the development and strengthening of Habitat for Humanity Bangladesh’s capacity to prevent, prepare for, respond to, and recover from housing-related disasters.
The position will support implementation of organization’s own investment through disaster risk assessment, resilient housing design, emergency response planning, staff capacity building, strategic partnerships, pilot implementation, resource mobilization, and development of scalable disaster resilience and recovery systems.
The Specialist will work closely with internal teams, government agencies, NGOs, donors, financial institutions, communities, and Habitat for Humanity Asia-Pacific Office to strengthen organizational readiness and deliver faster, safer, and more effective housing solutions for disaster-affected and vulnerable communities.
Job Other Benifits
Salary and Benefit: The expected salary range for the position is BDT 85,000–110,000 per month. In addition, the selected candidate will be entitled to other applicable benefits, including Provident Fund (PF), Gratuity Fund (GF), festival bonuses, insurance coverage, and other benefits in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable labour laws of Bangladesh.