Educo is a global development and humanitarian NGO based in Barcelona, Spain with 30-year working experience in 18 countries. We work with children and their environment to promote just and equitable societies that guarantee their rights and well-being. We envision A world where all girls and boys have access to educational environments and fully enjoy their rights and a dignified life. We are a member of ChildFund Alliance, one of the largest global networks of child-focused development organizations working to create opportunities for children and youth, their families and communities.
Since 1999, in Bangladesh we have been implementing development programs in the marginalized urban and rural areas and with time we expanded our works to broader geographical areas. Currently, Educo Bangladesh is implementing large number of development and humanitarian projects which are funded by different internal and external donors; like KOICA, EU/UNOPS, ChildFund Alliance, ADEY, Barnfonden, AECID, Mango etc. in various districts of Bangladesh. Know more about EDUCO
Currently, we are looking for an ‘Assistant Officer – Communication’
Name of Position |
Number of Vacancy |
Job Location |
Assistant Officer – Communication |
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Country Office, Dhaka |
Report to |
Contract Duration |
Working Conditions |
Coordinator – Communication |
Initially 02 Years (Contract will be extended based on performance and availability of funds) |
S/he will be based in Educo Country Office, Dhaka with frequent field visits in the project areas |
This position supports positive branding of Educo through diverse communication strategies aligned with program priorities, the 10-year Global Impact Framework (GIF), and the 5-year Country Programmatic Framework (CPF).
S/he will assist the Coordinator – Communication in strengthening Educo’s visibility and acceptance across internal and external platforms. The role ensures effective integration between programs and communications, accurately showcasing project interventions while adhering to donor standards and utilizing appropriate, creative communication channels.
- Coordination & communication among different Educo teams, line manager & SMT to plan & execute the communication strategy in line with the Educo global communication strategy.
- Smooth communication with relevant partners & donors to promote Educo’s brand & visibility.
- Liaise with global-national and project-based communication teams, brand team, digital and social media team to promote the brand and activities of Educo.
- Ensure a healthy relationship with press and electronic medias for proactive media campaigns, communication and maintain media database.
- Appropriately communicate with external audiences to meet any queries about Educo & its mission & operation.
- Contribute to strengthening the visibility of Educo Bangladesh.
- Support raising public awareness of Educo’s activities across Bangladesh.
- Assist in producing quality communication materials and enhancing networking efforts.
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Key Areas of Accountability |
Essential Tasks |
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Support to maintain Educo Communication Standard |
- Support implementation of Educo Bangladesh’s Communication Strategy in line with its mission, vision, and strategic priorities.
- Understand project interventions and assist in planning their visibility through internal and external channels.
- Uphold Educo’s brand image among participants, donors, partners, and staff using diverse communication tools.
- Ensure compliance with branding guidelines and share required content with stakeholders.
- Contribute ideas to strengthen communication practices.
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20% |
2 |
Support in Event Management and Material Development (Communication) |
- Compile key messages and ensure consistency under guidance.
- Support promotional and digital campaigns.
- Coordinate with Communication, MEAL, and Program teams for joint initiatives.
- Assist in developing communication and advocacy materials in line with Educo standards.
- Promote project outcomes through appropriate channels.
- Draft reports, case studies, captions, and press releases under supervision.
- Monitor website and social media, suggesting improvements for engagement and visibility.
- Ensure gender sensitivity and support innovative communication approaches.
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35% |
3 |
Support Internal and External Communication and Networking |
- Support strengthening Educo’s image and visibility through positive branding, promoting it as a child-, adolescent-, and women-friendly organization.
- Coordinate with printing and media vendors for production of IEC and visual materials.
- Represent Educo in meetings, workshops, and networking platforms when assigned.
- Assist in organizing national-level advocacy events with Government and NGO stakeholders on education, child labor, child rights, and youth issues.
- Support planning and implementation of campaigns on key thematic days, including the World Day Against Child Labor.
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35% |
4 |
Capacity Building |
- Share Educo’s communication guidelines with internal and external stakeholders.
- Support capacity building of staff and partners on content writing, photography, and branding compliance.
- Assist the Resource Mobilization team in integrating communication components into project proposals.
- Provide support during events and campaigns to ensure proper branding and effective networking.
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5% |
5 |
Reporting/ Publications |
- Provide periodic updates on communication initiatives to respective Managers.
- Support preparation of inputs for Annual and institutional reports (HO and CO levels) of Educo Bangladesh.
- Coordinate with departments to ensure reporting compliance (photos, presentations, case studies, quotes, logo use, branding consistency).
- Assist in publishing the biannual newsletter in collaboration with relevant teams.
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5% |
Bachelor’s degree in English or Mass Communication and Journalism with knowledge of developing diverse communication materials.
Position requires both Bangla and English at advance level
| Experience and Requirements |
- Freshers are also encouraged to apply
- Experience in communication, media engagement, networking and advocacy-related activities will add value
- Completion of any certified course or formal training in photography, videography, and video editing will be considered an added advantage.
- Advance knowledge in MS word, MS Excel, Power point
- Experience in Video editing such as Adobe premiere pro, Website & social media management
- Excellent communications skills (verbal, written, electronic); ability to communicate complex, technical information in a simple and articulate manner
- Excellent interpersonal, analytical and problem-solving capacity
- Understanding of Educo’s Mission, Vision, Values, and Principles
- Ability to follow procedures and work cooperatively with team members
- Broadly focused but with the capacity to pay attention to details
- Have skill to prioritize tasks and to understand the situation
- Understanding of a child rights-based approach
- Excellent writing, reporting, and oral communication skills (ability to provide an original writing sample required)
- Demonstrated experience in documentation and publication management
| Monthly Gross Salary: |
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BDT 36,296/- (Taka Thirty-Six Thousand Two Hundred and Ninety-Six) only. |
| Other Benefits: |
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Provident Fund, Gratuity, Group Insurance, Leave Encashment and Mobile Allowance. |
Educo is committed to prevent violence and maltreatment to children by fostering a safeguarding culture in which interactions with children promote their dignity and favor their comprehensive development and wellbeing in a safe and protective environment. Educo will ensure to "do no harm" to children and to be a child safe organization.
For Educo, accountability means fulfilling our responsibility to listen and respond to the opinions and needs of our stakeholders in the decisions we make and the activities we undertake, with the aim of increasing our impact and ensuring the responsible use of resources.
- Three (03) non-relative referees must be included in the CV. These referees must include the most recent or current- immediate supervisor & HR/P&C personnel; one other professional.
- Recent Formal Photograph (Passport Size) must be included in CV
- Please go through the job contents carefully before applying.
Interested candidates only who meet the requirements are requested to apply through the below link-
Apply Here….
Application Deadline: March 15, 2026 (Sunday)
WOMEN ARE HIGHLY ENCORANGED TO APPLY
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N.B. As a Child-Centered Organization, Educo is committed to Child protection, and has developed a Child Safeguarding Policy, together with a Code of Conduct. All employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all applicable background checks. Before induction, any new staff should read and sign Educo’s Code of Conduct.
- ethnicity, location, color, gender, class, and religion.
- Educo has ZERO TOLERANCE towards harassment, abuse and discrimination. Educo employees are expected to abide by the Code of Conduct, PPSEAH (Policy on Protection Against Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment), Child Safeguarding Policy, Anti – fraud and Corruption Policy and People and Culture Policy of Educo.
- Any persuasion during recruitment process will result in disqualification of candidature.
- Internal and external applicants shall be treated equally in the entire selection process.
- Educo never charges any FEE/COST/DONATION at any stages of recruitment and selection process. There is no cost involved with applying for any position. Any solicitation of job application/selection costs should be regarded as fraudulent.
- For this recruitment and selection process, Educo reserves Full Authority to take any decision as required.
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