Country: Bangladesh
Closing date: 14 Dec 2017
Outraged by the injustice faced by people with disabilities and vulnerable populations, we aspire to a world of solidarity and inclusion, enriched by our differences, where everyone can live in dignity.
Handicap International is an independent and impartial aid and development organisation working in situations of poverty and exclusion, conflict and disaster. We work alongside disabled and vulnerable people to help meet their essential needs, improve their living conditions and promote respect for their dignity and fundamental rights.
For further information about the association: http://www.handicap-international.us
Present in more than 55 countries, Handicap International is composed of 2 operational directions:
The Direction of Humanitarian Action
The Direction of Development Action
JOB CONTEXT :
Handicap International (HI) has been working in Bangladesh since 1997, with a focus on creating sustainable changes in terms of ensuring rights and inclusion of people with disabilities in society. Currently HI Bangladesh has 4 sites: in Sitakunda, Chittagong; in Teknaf and Ukhiya in Cox’s Baazar; and in Kurigram. A coordination office will be set up in Cox’s Bazar town by September 2017.
Since 2007 HI in Bangladesh has been particularly active in the field of physical rehabilitation, Inclusion and Mainstreaming activities. Over the years, HI has gained significant experiences in supporting the disability movement in the country especially by working with Disabled Peoples’ Organizations (DPOs). It has provided significant support to these organizations to become independently capable to actively and efficiently advocate for the rights of people with disabilities especially in the areas of Health, Education, Livelihoods, and Protection.
HI is currently implementing six projects directly or through local partners on the following thematics:
Improving access to quality rehabilitation services
Inclusive Disaster Risk Management and Emergency Response
Support to refugees in a chronic emergency setting
Inclusion of people with disabilities in development and society (livelihood, education, access to justice):
Support to child development in displacement contexts
Protection of children from exploitation and abuse
The annual program budget of 2017 is about 2.8 Million EUR with 6 different donors funding.
YOUR MISSION:
Under the management of the Country Director you are responsible for the application and respect of the program's administrative, human resources, financial and logistics management.
You supervise a team of 3 composed of a Finance manager, HR Manager and Logistic Manager, while the programme employs around 100 national staff.
You are responsible for leading the support service department with following activities:
Take part in the drafting and implementation of the Country Program Framework (finance, Administrative, HR aspects)
Manage the program's financial resources
Implement the program's HR strategy (pay, social and training policies) and ensure implementation of HR processes
Ensure the program's logistics management (general services, procurement, equipment, vehicle fleet and stocks) in compliance with internal procedures and donor requirements
Manage the support services team, with a specific focus on capacity building
This position should be nationalized within 2 to 3 years maximum; you will participate in the preparation of this nationalization.
YOUR PROFILE :
You hold a degree in finance, administration or any diplomas relevant to the function
You have at least five years of experience in managing the support services or the administrative department of an INGO program, outside of your country of origin including one significant experience with Handicap International
You have strong finance management skills, you have been handling various donor budgets
You have a professional level in writing/reading english
You have very strong inter-personal communication skills
You are flexible, creative and proactive
CHARACTERISTICS OF THE POSITION:
Since January 2014, there is significant resistance from the opposition and political unrest in the country. Since January 2015, there were continuous strikes across the country, accompanied by incidents of violence. Following mayoral elections in April 2015, the situation has stabilized somewhat.
Security is an issue of ongoing concern in the country. The Hill Tracts (Myanmar border and Indian border) are zones where expatriates are not allowed to go except with an authorization from the government. In Dhaka, the blockades and national strikes can restrict project activity. Expatriates have to strictly follow the security measures put in place by the Security Committee. The security for expatriates has recently deteriorated with attacks specifically targeting foreigners, putting additional restrictions on expatriate movement. Expatriates are currently only allowed to move by car; walking in the streets is restricted. Although Bangladesh remains a family duty station, considering the security restrictions, HI does not recommend the position for families with schoolchildren.
Dhaka is a large and densely populated metropolis, which is rapidly expanding. In recent years there has been a high increase in the development of shopping malls and restaurant and coffee shop chains.
CONDITIONS:
Startingdate : January 2018
Lengthof thecontract: 12 months**
Employeestatus:
Salary from 2757 € (gross) / month depending on the experience of the candidate
Perdiem : 536 euros net/month
Hardship allowance: 250 euros net/month
Insurances : medical coverage, retirement planning, repatriation
Paid holiday : 25 days per year
R&R : 5 days every 3 months, coverage of transportation up to Bangkok
Status : position open to couples/families, though families with children at school age are not recommended due to the security/movement restrictions
Housing : Individual taken in charge by Handicap International
How to apply:
Please apply online:https://hi.profilsearch.com/recrute/fr/fo_annonce_voir.php?id=2264&idpartenaire=136