Contract Type: Term position (up to 31 March 2024 with possible extension or conversion to permanent position)
Term Details: This position is a LES (Locally Engaged Staff) position, subject to the Terms and Conditions of Employment for LES in Bangladesh.
Job Function: Officer
Classification: LE-O2
Location: Dhaka, Bangladesh
Number of Vacancies: 1
Closing date for application: 10 April, 2023 at 23:59 UTC/GMT +6:00
Summary of Duties
Under the supervision of the Rohingya Response Team Lead at the High Commission of Canada to Dhaka, Bangladesh and in close consultation with the Bangladesh development team at Global Affairs Canada (GAC) in Ottawa, the Senior International Assistance Officer supports all phases of program and project management. The Officer participates in the identification, planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of international assistance programs and projects in Bangladesh. The Officer also supports multilateral, Canadian partnerships, and humanitarian programming where appropriate. The Officer coordinates with other stakeholders including government, civil society, non-governmental organizations and other donors. The Senior International Assistance Officer represents the Government of Canada at events, leads and participates in policy dialogue, and maintains a network of contacts and a knowledge base in support of Canadian development programming. The Officer provides high-level strategic research, analysis, advice/recommendations in support of GAC’s overall strategic direction for its Rohingya crisis response in Bangladesh and leads and/or participates in committees and international assistance working groups on behalf of Canada. The Senior officer also performs other duties as required, for example; support official and/or high-level visits.
Area of selection/Eligibility
This vacancy is open to:
All external applicants residing in Bangladesh and eligible to work in Bangladesh and available to work in Dhaka or Cox’s Bazar.
All employees of the High Commission of Canada to Bangladesh
Please note that the High Commission of Canada to Bangladesh does not sponsor work authorizations directly or indirectly.
The Government of Canada is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse sections of the community. Candidates will be considered based on merit.
Our organization offers an inclusive workplace where respect, teamwork, and collaboration are part of our culture. Canada’s missions abroad are committed to promoting and supporting an environment free from harassment and discrimination, as well as encouraging and supporting employees to learn and develop their skills and competencies.
Essential Qualifications
Candidates will initially be screened against the Essential Qualifications relating to education, language* and experience.
Candidates must clearly demonstrate when applying to the position how they meet each of these essential qualifications.
*Language will be assessed further during the process.
Education:
Candidates will be required to provide proof of the completion of their education.
Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university
Language:
Advanced fluency in English (oral and written)
Advanced fluency in Bangla (oral and written)
Experience:
Minimum of five (5) years’ experience working for government or non-government organizations, multilateral institutions or international donors.
Minimum of five (5) years’ experience developing, implementing and monitoring international assistance projects.
Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in research and strategic analysis, writing reports, briefing notes and presentations, and providing recommendations and advice for international assistance projects.
Experience in building and maintaining stakeholder relationships, including preparing for and conducting meetings with key internal and external contacts.
Minimum two (2) years’ recent experience acting in a supervisory capacity (direct or shared supervision) or position of leadership.
Minimum three (3) year’s experience working in a role related to the Rohingya crisis.
Rated Requirements
The Rated Requirements are part of the essential qualifications and are relating to knowledge, abilities and competencies. Methods of assessment for rated requirements may include, but are not limited to, a written examination, an oral interview (online pre-recorded/live or in-person), role-play, practical tests, presentations and/or psychometric assessment.
Knowledge:
Knowledge of key stakeholders involved in the Rohingya crisis response in Bangladesh (including governmental and non-governmental organizations, international organizations and donors)
Knowledge of international assistance trends in Bangladesh.
Abilities/Competencies:
Ability to analyze, synthesize and summarize information, write reports and/or propose key-actions and make recommendations to senior management
Strong capacity to solve problems
Judgement
Initiative
Cultural sensitivity
Network/Alliance Building
Asset Qualifications
Preference may be given to candidates who meet the Asset Qualifications. Where applicable, candidates must clearly demonstrate how they meet any asset qualifications.Experience working in development or humanitarian assistance in a diplomatic mission
Experience working in development or humanitarian assistance in a diplomatic mission
Experience working or studying in an international capacity
Knowledge of Canada’s international assistance policies and programs
Experience in evaluating development or humanitarian projects
Experience in results-based management
Ability to communicate in French
Ability to communicate in Chittagonian
Ability to communicate in Rohingya
Operational Requirements
Working hours: 37.5 hours per week, Sunday to Thursday
Ability to work overtime (evenings, weekends if necessary)
Ability to travel and attend offsite meetings
Conditions of Employment
Conditions of employment must be met or complied with before being appointed to a particular position, and are to be maintained throughout the employment while being the incumbent of this position.
Valid work authorization: Ability to obtain and hold a valid work authorization covering the entire employment period.
Security screening: Obtain and maintain a Reliability Status (security level) which includes a criminal and credit background check from the Government of Canada covering the entire employment period.
How to apply:
You must submit your application using the "Apply online" function. Only applications submitted via VidCruiter will be considered, unless a valid reason is presented and accepted prior to the closing date.
Do not include personal data such as; age, date of birth, gender, marital status, family status, religion or a picture in your application form, CV nor cover letter (as required). Please only include information relevant to the vacancy as requested in the job poster.
You must clearly demonstrate in answering the screening questions how you meet the education and experience factors listed in the essential and asset qualifications. You must provide specific examples to demonstrate clearly how you meet the qualifications. Global Affairs Canada cannot make any assumptions about your studies nor experience. Simply saying you have the required qualifications or listing your current duties will not be sufficient. Instead, you must provide concrete and detailed examples that clearly explain where, when, and how you gained the experience. No additional information will be sought beyond what you submit in your online application.
Candidates are required to upload a CV and a cover letter in English or French. These documents can be used to validate the answers to the screening questions.
Applications which do not include all of the requested documents or information and/or which hare not received by the closing date will be rejected.
Candidates who are unable to submit their application due to technical difficulties must report these to LES-E-Recruitment-DELHI@international.gc.ca prior to the closing date. Failure to do so will result in the application being rejected.
Important Notes:
Only applications submitted in one of the official languages of Canada will be accepted (English or French).
The language requirement for this position is identified under the essential qualifications (language). In consequence, the assessment process for this vacancy will be conducted in English.
Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidates to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required.
Candidates must provide an email address that accepts email from unknown users and regularly check their email, including spam folder.
Reference checks may be sought for candidates who succeeded all of the assessments.
Please note that the High Commission of Canada to Bangladesh does not reimburse any travel costs to and from interviews/exams nor does it reimburse any relocation costs.
Before an offer of employment can be made, successful candidates must provide a local residence address as proof of residence in the specified area of selection. This information is necessary to issue a letter of offer.
As recently announced by the Government of Canada, the Policy for Mandatory Vaccination: Canada and the Mission Network is suspended as of June 20, 2022. The Government of Canada will continue to assess the need for additional public health measures, including the possible reintroduction of a vaccination mandate at a later date.
We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact us at LES-E-Recruitment-DELHI@international.gc.ca to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
The results of this selection process may also be used to establish one or more pools of fully or partially qualified candidates for similar term, indeterminate, part-time or full-time openings at the High Commission of Canada to Bangladesh which might arise following the completion of this selection process.
For Canadian citizens/residents and Canadian dual nationals, please note that it is your responsibility to enquire with the Canadian Revenue Agency about any possible taxation implications linked to an employment with the Government of Canada.
