Bangladesh Red Crescent Society
National Headquarters
684-686, Red Crescent Sarak, Bara Moghbazar, Dhaka

Vacancy Announcement

Red Cross - Red Crescent (RCRC) Movement is the largest volunteer organization in the world.   Bangladesh Red Crescent Society (BDRCS) is a national society of the Movement, constituted on 31 March 1973 by the President's Order No. 26 with retrospective effect from 16 December 1971. This is the biggest humanitarian organization in Bangladesh. As an auxiliary to the government in the Disaster Management field, BDRCS has provided humanitarian assistance to vulnerable people over the last 50+ years and has undertaken a wide range of activities in humanitarian response, disaster management, health, capacity building, Population movement/ displacement, and promoting Red Cross/ Red Crescent ideals and principles.

Currently, the Bangladesh Red Crescent Society is looking for suitable Bangladeshi candidates for the following positions in its Myanmar Refugee Relief Operation (MRRO):

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in any relevant field from a reputed institute. Candidates with a commerce background will have an advantage.
• At least 3–5 years of relevant experience in finance, administration, and/or logistics in humanitarian or development organizations.
  

Roles and Responsibilities:

Finance Responsibilities

• Support financial management of project activities in line with approved budgets, BDRCS financial rules, and donor requirements.
• Verify bills, vouchers, and supporting documents received from project staff to ensure compliance with approved budgets and financial procedures.
• Maintain proper records of expenditures, including cash books, vouchers, and supporting documents (hard and soft copies).
• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual financial reports and cash requests.
• Support bank transactions, cash management, daily cash balance reporting, and bank reconciliations.
• Assist in salary and honorarium payments to staff, volunteers, community workers, and other personnel as approved.
• Support internal and external audits by ensuring proper documentation and timely response to audit queries.
• Maintain fixed asset registers and stock registers for project assets.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative support to project teams for smooth implementation of activities.
• Ensure proper documentation, filing, and record-keeping of administrative and financial documents.
• Maintain and regularly update staff and volunteers' contact lists.
• Ensure office equipment, furniture, and facilities remain functional and properly maintained.
• Facilitate meetings, workshops, and conferences by arranging venue, logistics, and related administrative support.
• Support preparation of work plans in coordination with the project team.

Logistics and Procurement Responsibilities

• Support procurement of goods and services in accordance with BDRCS procurement policies and procedures.
• Assist in the preparation of tender notices, circulation of invitations, bid documentation, and procurement records.
• Ensure quality and quantity of procured items as per specifications and agreements.
• Support warehouse and inventory management, including stock tracking, documentation, and reporting.
• Coordinate transportation and logistics arrangements for project activities.

Travel and Vehicle Management

• Support all travel-related arrangements for staff and visitors, including ticket booking, hotel reservations, and transport arrangements.
• Prepare vehicle movement plans/rosters and coordinate driver deployment.
• Ensure timely vehicle maintenance, insurance, fitness, and updating of vehicle-related documents.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the line manager in support of project objectives.

Technical Skills

• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint for finance, admin, and logistics support.
• Ability to manage records, files, and documentation (both physical and digital).
• Ability to operate office equipment such as printers and scanners and support routine administrative tasks.

Soft Skills

• Good communication skills in Bangla and English.
• Ability to coordinate with staff, vendors, and partners effectively.
• Organized, responsible, and able to manage routine tasks independently.
• Capable of working under pressure in a field-based operational environment.

Experience:
Experience working with donor-funded projects (UNHCR preferred) will be an asset.

Personal Qualities:

• Adhere to the 7 fundamental principles of Red Cross and Red Crescent movement.
• Act at all times in accordance with the Code of Conduct.
• Able to work in a team and respect the opinions of others.
• Honest and high level of integrity.
• Assist the organization on occasion, in times of national, international, and local emergencies or major disasters.

Apply Instruction:

• Departmental clearance will be required for internal candidates.

If you think you are competent enough for the position, please apply online before 5:00 pm, February 26, 2026.

BDRCS is an equal opportunity employer. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified for interview.