BRAC seeking Deputy Manager for its Learning Center Operations

BRAC, the largest non-governmental organisation in the world is looking for a Deputy Manager for its Learning Center Operations. 

The organisation published a circular in this regard in its career page. Interested candidates must apply for the post before November 22, 2020. 

Job Description/Responsibilities:

• Oversee the overall operational activities through regular field visits and provide necessary support for further improvement in BRAC Learning Center (BLC) service.

• Achieving operational excellence by providing operational support from Head Office (HO) to BLCs.

• Assist in developing and executing operational strategy and plan.

• Preparing yearly procurement budget and plan for BLCs.

• Preparing yearly construction /renovation budget and plan for,

• Forecasting HR needs and recruiting BLC staffs.

• Organising TNAs and preparing staff development plan for BLCs.

• Maintaining relation between BLC Operations Team and other BRAC Programs in order to run BLC Operations as necessary.

• Facilitate day to day approvals i.e, leave / procurement / construction/ accommodation from HO to BLCs.

• Coordinate among all the BLCs and prepare monthly reports and other required reports as requested by the Programme Head / Coordinator or Director.

• Preparing and arranging yearly and quarterly OMs meeting.

• Act as a Safeguarding Focal for implementing and creating awareness on BRAC Safeguarding policy.

• Support in implementing promotional work as per requirement and develop strategies and interventions to contribute towards better service of BLCs.

• Monthly data analysis and preparing BLCs MIS report.

Safeguarding Responsibilities:

• Establish a safeguarding culture across all level of the programme by implementing the safeguarding policy.

• Act as a key source of support, guidance and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment.

• Responsible to ensure team members are appropriately trained, supported and have access to resources regarding issues that are identified and actioned in accordance with the safeguarding policy and procedure.

• Supervise, follow- up and oversee the overall sales and marketing activities of designated projects through regular field visits and provide necessary support for further improvement.

• Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place, encourage others to do so.

Educational Requirements:

Bachelors/Masters in Business Administration/Public Administration/Marketing/Tourism & Hospitality Management from any recognised university with minimum 2nd division/class or equivalent GPA/CGPA in all academic examinations.

Experience Requirement:

Minimum 2-3 years’ of relevant work experience in any reputed commercial/ development organisation.

Additional Requirements:

• Understanding of NGO sector and economic and social context of the country.

• Firm knowledge on project management and incentive mechanisms.

• Strong networking and communication skills.

• Well versed in corporate communications and dealing with Government officials, marketers, public affairs and/or in other related fields.

• Must have excellent writing skills in both English and Bangla.

• Must have excellent negotiation and presentation skills.

• Should be able to supervise and manage team.

• Should possess ability to think critically and analytically.

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.)

Salary: Negotiable.

Other Benefits: Festival Bonus, Contributory Compulsory Provident Fund, Gratuity, Health & Life Insurance and others.

Job Location: BRAC Head Office.