The Position:

UNFPA’s support to SRHR interventions through DGNM, DGHS & DGFP and other IPs with the objective of increased availability and use of integrated sexual and reproductive health services, including family planning, maternal health and HIV that are gender-responsive and meet human rights standards for quality of care and equity in access. To address the continued need strengthened national policy and health sector capacity to deliver a midwife-led continuum of care and Emergency Obstetric and Newborn Care and increased institutional capacity to deliver integrated and equitable sexual and reproductive health services, midwifery led care centres, including addressing STIs/HIV, in development and humanitarian contexts.

To facilitate the effective execution of these programs, under the overall guidance of the Chief of Health, SRHR Specialist, Programme Analyst - Compliance and direct supervision of the Programme Associate - SRH, the SRHR Assistant ensures the effective functioning of SRHR programme, administration and financial operations, and systems in support of the programme and office management at country office level. The SRHR Assistant will assist with programme, admin and finance functions including workplan preparation, expenditure/disbursement reports, and logistical arrangements. The role is key to assisting ensuring compliance with internal policies, donor requirements, and statutory regulations. This position will also be responsible for organizing meetings/workshops, internal/external communication and documentation of SRHR programme activities in coordination with all programmes focal.

You would be responsible for:

Programmatic support

• Assist the SRHR team in the preparation, review, and finalization of annual and quarterly workplans, ensuring alignment with program objectives and donor requirements.
• Support the SRHR team in monitoring the progress of workplan activities and identifying any deviations or challenges.
• Contribute to the compilation of data and information required for program reports.
• Prepare meeting agendas, circulate relevant documents, and take accurate minutes during meetings.
  Ensure timely follow-up on action points arising from meetings.

Financial and IP monitoring support

• Assist on reviewing IP budgets and prepare budget revisions based on approved workplans.
• Assist in the review of Implementing Partners' (IPs) expenditure reports and supporting documentation, ensuring compliance with organizational and donor financial guidelines.
• Support the monitoring of financial data, including budget vs. actual expenditures, identifying discrepancies, and assisting in the preparation of financial reports for the SRHR team.
• Liaise with IPs on financial reporting and documentation queries under the guidance of the SRHR team.

Administrative support

• Coordinate the logistical arrangements for SRHR team meetings, workshops, seminars, and other events, both internal and external.
• Provide general administrative support to the SRHR team, including filing, record-keeping, and managing correspondence.
• Facilitate travel arrangements for SRHR team members as needed.
• Arrange for venue booking, catering, transportation, and accommodation as required for events.
• Assist in the procurement of goods and services required for the SRHR program, following organizational procurement procedures.

Others support

• Maintain organized and accessible electronic and hard copy filing systems for all SRHR program documents, reports, and data.
• Assist in data entry and maintenance of program databases, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Support the documentation of lessons learned and best practices from SRHR program activities.
• Perform activities that may be assigned from time to time to ensure the success of the working team. 
• Any other activities as assigned by UNFPA Country office management.

Institutional Arrangement

The SRHR Assistant facilitates the work of consultants, advisors, and experts and establishes and maintains collaborative relationships with counterparts in government, multi-lateral and bilateral donor agencies and civil society to address emerging issues. S/he must effectively influence counterparts from diverse backgrounds to jointly contribute to achieving UNFPA’s mandate. The SRHR Assistant is a substantive contributor to the programme team in the Country Office.
 

Qualifications and Experience: 

Education:  

• Secondary education and 4 years of relevant experience in administration, finance or office management in the development programme is mandatory OR Bachelor’s degree with 4 years of relevant experience in administration, finance or office management in the development programme is preferable. 
• Experience with the UN is an asset.
• Working experience in management of national and international implementing partners is mandatory.
• Strong knowledge on workplan management and expenditure reporting is needed
• Working knowledge on SRHR issues in Bangladesh is preferable.
• Experience in the use of computers, office software packages (MS Word, Excel, Power Point etc.) and web-based management systems, and advanced knowledge of spreadsheet and database packages.

Knowledge and Experience: 

• Proficiency in office software applications and corporate technology based financial/administrative systems.
• Good knowledge of ERP systems, preferably Quantum and Quantum+ highly desirable.
• Working in a team.
• Time management and multi-tasking ability.

Languages: 

• Fluency in speaking, writing and reading both in English and Bangla is required.

Please apply and find more information on the vacancy here. The deadline for the application is September 10, 2025, 05:00 PM.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further consideration. Female candidates are encouraged to apply.