| Job Title |
: |
Project Officer |
| Duty Station |
: |
Dhaka |
| Grade |
: |
3 |
| Reports To |
: |
Project Manager |
| Duration |
: |
Till 30 September 2025 (with possibility of extension) |
| Start Date |
: |
01 September 2024 |
Context
BBC Media Action is the BBC’s international charity. We use media and communication to help deliver stronger democracies, a safer, more habitable planet and inclusive societies. We bring together a unique blend of journalistic, creative, research and international development expertise; deep local knowledge of our audiences in the places we work; our strong networks of local partners; and our invaluable link to the BBC and everything it stands for.
We serve people who are most vulnerable to information disorder (including mis- and disinformation and information poverty), division, and distrust, with a focus on people underserved by public interest media, and at the frontline of global challenges, risks and crises. We have a particular affinity for and track record of working with young people as agents of change; they will continue to be a central focus. BBC Media Action works with partners around the world to provide impartial, impactful, trustworthy media to people in need so that they can make informed choices to transform their lives.
Job purpose
The Project Officer will provide day-to-day support to the Project Manager and other members of the project team, ensuring smooth, practical operation of diverse project activities. He/she will also contribute to general administrative and operational support needs within the BBC Media Action Bangladesh office. This successful candidate needs to work with media organisations, develop relationships with NGOs/INGOs and government partners, and support implementing outreach and training activities with practitioners. The position is based in Dhaka but with travel to different locations across the country as necessary.
Main Duties & responsibilities
- Coordinate and manage the project's day-to-day operations, assisting the Project Manager in ensuring that all aspects are completed on time and within the agreed-upon budget.
- Assist the Project Manager in managing the project budget, exercising a degree of judgment to ensure that financial targets are met.
- Support in identifying risks and issues that threaten the successful delivery of the projects and working with the project manager to propose solutions.
- Assist in writing monthly, quarterly or annual progress reports of the project and other documents needed to ensure the reporting and development of the project.
- Work closely with project personnel and consultants for timely delivery of the deliverables to the Project Manager.
- Lead the administrative and practical organisation for all project events, internal and external.
- Work with the BBC Media Action administration, finance and HR teams to ensure that the project follows all procurement, contracting, travel, editorial and other policies and processes.
- Ensure that paper and electronic filing systems related to the project are appropriate, accurate and regularly updated.
- Co-ordinate and drive editorial and administrative sign-off processes for project deliverables.
- Provide administrative and operational support to the Project Manager.
- Any other tasks commensurate with the role as assigned by the line manager
In general, regular office hours will apply, but the nature of the role means that a flexible approach to working hours is necessary.
Skills, knowledge and experience requirements:
| Criteria |
Essential / Desirable |
Experience in a range of administrative work, with a demonstrable ability to coordinate and drive administrative processes in a project setting, as well as the ability to manage/organise events |
E |
Good interpersonal skills, with the ability to form and maintain effective working relationships at a range of levels |
E |
Good organisational and time management skills, with the proven ability to prioritise, work independently and maintain attention to detail |
E |
Good knowledge of project management processes and techniques. |
E |
Good written communication skills in English and Bangla |
E |
Well-developed IT skills, including Microsoft Office |
E |
Understanding of administrative and financial compliance in a project setting |
E |
Understanding of basic safeguarding principles, with the ability and willingness to adhere to BBC Media Action safeguarding policies and procedures |
E |
Experience in working with TV/radio/online production processes and an understanding of compliance requirements |
D |
Experience in collaborative working, with the ability to deal with a wide range of stakeholders and partners |
D |
Commitment to equal opportunities and health & safety. |
E |
The role may involve working with groups of vulnerable children and adults. For the successful candidate, mandatory training will be provided on BBC Media Action’s safeguarding policy and staff code of conduct. A police background check may form part of the recruitment process. BBC Media Action operates a zero-tolerance policy concerning all forms of abuse and exploitation of vulnerable people.
How to Apply:
If you are interested,
- You must complete the latest job application form of BBC Media Action available in the link on www.bdjobs.com.
- Mark your filled-in application form with your name and position
- Mention the name of the position properly in the email subject line.
- Email your application form to applications@bd.bbcmediaaction.org.
- Do NOT send any cover letter/CV/certificates/photograph except your completed application form.
- If you are applying for more than one position, you must apply separately in line with the job description.
The deadline for submitting applications is 25 August 2024
The BBC is an equal opportunity employer and committed to being inclusive and accessible to disabled people. |
