People Officer

People Officer

Duty Station:  Chattogram Project Office

Contract Duration:  Fixed Term

Number of Vacancies: 01

Contract Type: Contract with E-zone           

Contract Start Date:  Immediate

Reporting to: Director – People and Organisational Development

A.    Purpose

The People Officer supports the implementation and integration of safeguarding, gender equality, and People & Organisational Development (POD) activities across the project. The role ensures that policies, procedures, and practices related to safeguarding, gender, and HR are effectively applied throughout the project lifecycle.

Additionally, the position contributes to staff wellness and engagement initiatives, capacity-building efforts, and maintaining a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace. The role upholds UN Entity culture of accountability, well-being, and zero tolerance for harassment, discrimination, or abuse across the organisation and partner networks.

B. Key Tasks and Responsibilities

1. Recruitment & Onboarding

·         Support end-to-end recruitment processes for project positions, including assessments and interviews.

·         Coordinate onboarding activities, ensuring new staff have access to tools, orientation materials, and safeguarding briefings.

·         Deliver induction and orientation sessions tailored to project needs and organisational values.

2. Capacity Building & Staff Development

·         Conduct training needs assessments in coordination with project leadership.

·         Support planning and delivery of staff development and skills-building initiatives.

·         Monitor effectiveness of capacity-building efforts and recommend follow-up actions.

3. Staff Engagement & Workplace Culture

·         Promote an inclusive, collaborative, and values-driven culture across the project office.

·         Facilitate team engagement events and wellness activities.

·         Collect and relay staff feedback to inform POD decisions and improve employee experience.

·         Provide support for staff transitions such as promotions, role changes, and exits.

4. HR Administration & Compliance

·         Draft HR communications and maintain accurate and confidential staff records in line with data protection policies.

·         Provide operational and administrative support to POD functions within the project.

5. Safeguarding, Gender & DEI Integration

·         Assist with the roll-out of safeguarding and DEI initiatives at the project level.

·         Ensure staff, partners, and community members understand and adhere to safeguarding policies.

·         Contribute to safeguarding risk assessments and the implementation of mitigation plans.

·         Support delivery of safeguarding and gender-responsive trainings.

·         Promote a safe, respectful, and inclusive work environment for all staff and field teams.

Note: Responsibilities may be revised by the line manager as needed.

C.     Payment

People  Officer will receive monthly gross BDT 65,000/- (flexible for deserving candidates) Festival bonus, provident fund, gratuity, life insurance for self, health insurance for self, spouse and children, cell phone allowances etc. are applicable as per policy provision.

D. Administrative issues

•   For timely payment by the HR service provider, the Supervisor will forward the certified attendance sheet and confirmation of received deliverables for the respective period.
•   Stationery and other office equipment will be borne by the community mobilizer.
•   The contractor/consultant will be responsible for paying all taxes as per government rules.

E.     Qualification requirement

Education

·         Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Management, Public Administration, or related field.

·         Advanced studies in Organisational Development or related subjects preferred.

Experience

·         Minimum 3 years’ experience in HR or People functions.

·         Strong knowledge of contemporary HR practices, trends, and processes.

·         Familiarity with working in culturally diverse or international organisations is an advantage.

·         Demonstrated experience in Learning and development, staff engagement and wellness initiatives.

Desirable Skills & Competencies

Skills

·         Strong understanding of HR principles, practices, and regulations.

·         Thorough knowledge of Bangladesh Labour Law (mandatory).

·         Experience in staff development and facilitation.

·         Strong presentation, communication, and interpersonal skills.

·         Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and HR-related software.

·         Knowledge of safeguarding principles preferred.

Competencies

·         Quick learner, detail-oriented, proactive, and self-motivated.

·         Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

·         Strong interpersonal understanding with ability to build trust and support.

·         High integrity, transparency, and commitment to gender equity and diversity.

·         Ability to plan and prioritise work under pressure and meet deadlines.

This position is open for Bangladeshi Nationals only. All candidates, irrespective of gender, religious and ethnic backgrounds can apply for the vacancies.

The UN Agency prides itself as fostering a multicultural and harmonious work environment, guaranteed by a zero-tolerance policy on sexual exploitation and abuse, and on any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment and discrimination. All selected consultants will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Last Date of Application:  December 09, 2025

No phone calls please. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. All applications will be treated according to the merit and with strict confidentiality.