Admin and Liaison Coordinator - National Position
Nationale Stelle
Asien
Bangladesch
Malteser International is the international humanitarian relief agency of the Sovereign Order of Malta. For over 60 years we provide relief and recovery for people during and following conflicts and disasters around the world. Christian values and humanitarian principles form the foundations of our work. In over 30 countries in Africa, the Americas, Asia and the Middle East, we support people in need – regardless of their religion, origin or political convictions.
Since September 2017, Malteser International is operational in Bangladesh through local partner organizations. One program pillar is coordinated from Cox’s Bazar targeting health and nutrition support to Rohingya refugees living in refugee camps and supporting the host communities in coping with the disruptive environment created by the influx of refugees. Another program pillar is a localization program with a focus on strengthening capacities of local actors in humanitarian response, preparedness, coordination, and advocacy with partners working in different parts of the country. The third pillar is a development project for resilience strengthening of vulnerable population in North, West and East Bangladesh through a network approach of 6 partner organizations.
For its work in Dhaka, Bangladesh, Malteser International is looking for an Admin and Liaison Coordinator – National Position.
As the Admin and Liaison Coordinator, you will be responsible for MI’s office and team administration, ensuring statutory compliance; engaging with stakeholders, particularly government agencies and donors; as well as safety and security management. This position reports to the Country Representative and the Partner Program Coordinator in Bangladesh.
Your responsibilities:
- Manage office administration and HR functions, including documentation related to HR, administration, financial management, and compliance, in alignment with relevant laws in Bangladesh and MI’s requirements
- Support the development of internal policies related to office administration; facilitate internal HR communications; and coordinate with the HR department at MI Headquarters
- Serve as the primary liaison with government authorities, ensuring statutory compliance and obtaining all necessary government approvals for MI operations in Bangladesh; also provide support in liaising with donors
- Monitor security threats and coordinate emergency responses
- Periodically review and update Safety and Security Management Plan (SSMP) of MI-Bangladesh and lead its implementation with the support of Security Management Team
Your profile:
- Bangladeshi national, with excellent command of written and spoken Bangla and English
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (mandatory), with a master’s degree in HR, Finance, Accounting, Humanitarian Response, Disaster Management, or a related field desirable; higher-level professional certifications are an added advantage
- Minimum 4 years of professional experience in administration, HR, budgeting and accounting
- Proven experience in government liaison and statutory compliances
- Relevant experience in emergency aid and Safety and Security management is an advantage
- Strong knowledge of labour and taxation laws in Bangladesh and the regulations of the Non-Governmental Organization Affairs Bureau Bangladesh (NGOAB)
- Proficient in the usage of computers and MS office packages (word, excel, outlook, power point, teams etc.) and other relevant software
What we offer:
- A challenging working environment in an experienced international team
- A full-time position
- Start Date: as soon as possible
- Duty Station: Dhaka
- Duration of contract: one year (extendable)
- Salary according to MI salary scale
Working for Malteser International
Malteser is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all people, regardless of gender, confession or origin.
Malteser International is committed to safeguarding people within our programmes from exploitation, abuse and sexual harassment and has specific policies on this commitment (including a Code of Conduct) which outlines the expected behaviour and the responsibility of all staff, consultants and other organisational representatives. Malteser International conducts reference and background checks for all staff (including criminal records check for specific roles). Any candidate offered a job with Malteser International will be expected to sign MI’s Code of Conduct as an appendix to their contract of employment and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these documents.
Whether you work as a specialist on overseas service or in one of our regional offices - we offer you a challenging working environment in an experienced international team. More than 1,000 national and international staff are currently deployed in various crisis and disaster areas around the world as well as in our regional offices in Cologne and New York City. For more information please click here.
How to apply:
If you are interested in this position, please apply online at our job portal. Kindly submit your extensive application (CV, letter of motivation, copies of diplomas and three professional references)
until 24th May 2025.