Centre for Research and Development (CRD)

ROLE PROFILE OF
Project Manager – GGiFI Project

Background:

CRD has been awarded a multi-year research project titled “Gender Gap in Financial Inclusion in Bangladesh” by one of the leading US based Foundations. The research aims to conduct a diagnostic analysis to identify gender gaps in financial inclusion in Bangladesh, which lags significantly behind that of men. This research will engage a vibrant research team, academics and financial experts.  To support the research team, CRD is looking for suitable candidates for its multiple positions. Duration of the research project is November 2021- 30 April 2024.

Name of the Position:  Project Manager– GGiFI Project

Report To:  Project Director (Matrix to CEO)
Position Type: Regular
Duration: Two Years ( renewal for another 6 months  subject to satisfactory performance)
No. of Position: 01.

Key Responsibility:

  • Ensure overall project management under the guidance of project director and team
  • Supervise project staff.
  • Support Project Director in ensuring donor compliance.
  • Coordinate with Sr. Finance and Admin Officer to ensure support services. 
  •  Coordinate and communicate with research team members (including Research Assistants and consultants) and external stakeholders.   
  • Drafting donor reports
  • Drafting and finalizing meeting minutes, media brief, communication brief, event reports etc.
  • Organize  meetings, workshops, seminars and any similar events.
  • Organize and manage field trips.
  • Any other work assigned by supervisor or management.

Educational Requirement:

Must have Masters in Economics/Sociology/ Anthropology/ Gender Studies/Development Studies/ Finance/ Management Studies or other related subjects under the domain of Social Sciences or Commerce.   

Experience & Skills requirement:

  • Relevant work experience of 3-5 years in research centre/development organization/academia/ independent research.
  •  Staff management (both technical and non-technical).
  •  Fund management.
  • Team work.
  • Documentation.
  • Logistical management 
  • Well conversant in both Bangla and English. Knowledge of any other language will add on extra value.

Salary & Benefits:
Consolidated monthly amount is BDT 60000-80000 (negotiable for more deserving candidate).

Other Benefits

  • Monthly Mobile  Allowance  
  • Festival Bonus ( 2 in a year, equivalent to one month’s gross salary)
  • Medical reimbursement  
  • Group Life Insurance facility
  • Subsidized lunch
  • Capacity building opportunity (both formal and at work).

Job Location:
CRD’s Dhaka Office. However, occasional field visit might be required.

Application Procedure:

Interested candidates are requested to apply with CV and cover letter to CEO, Centre for Research and Development (CRD), Email: recruitment@crdbd.org  & cc to anowarul@crdbd.org  by 15 January 2022. The position will be filled up immediately and the successful candidate is expected to start soon.