Operation Manager – Bangladesh At Handicap International – Humanity & Inclusion

Place: Cox’s Bazar with frequent travel to other part of Bangladesh
Starting date: 15th May 2024
Duration of contract: 24 months
Closing date for applications: 4th April 2024

Handicap International/Humanity & Inclusion (HI) is an independent and impartial international solidarity organization, which intervenes in situations of poverty and exclusion, conflicts and disasters. Working alongside people with disabilities and vulnerable populations, it acts and speaks out to meet their essential needs, improve their living conditions and promote respect for their dignity and fundamental rights. More info: www.hi.org

At Handicap International-Humanity & Inclusion, we truly believe in the importance of inclusion and diversity within our organisation. This is why we are engaged to a disability policy to encourage the inclusion and integration of people with disabilities.

Please indicate if you require any special accommodation, even at the first interview.

JOB CONTEXT:
Bangladesh is one of the fastest growing economies in South Asia with one of the highest densities of population in the world. Bangladesh is a delta where 3 main rivers reach the sea. Most of the areas of country is a disaster-prone area in term of Monsoon floods, cyclone etc.

Bangladesh is currently dealing with one of largest humanitarian crisis in this reason in decades by hosting nearly around 1 million Rohingya people. Most of Rohingya’s populations are currently located in Cox Bazar district (Ukhiya, Teknaf ) where around 30,000 are located in Bhasan Char.

The host Bangladeshi communities are also affected by the presence of a large refugee population living in the region. The two sub-districts of Ukhiya and Teknaf, where the refugees are mostly residing, are vulnerable to increased rates of poverty due to lack of public and private services, scarce job opportunities and limited natural resources, among other key causes. In addition, this coastal region is continuously dealing with the impacts of natural disasters, mostly cyclones and flooding, during which meagre assets of the local population are damaged or destroyed.

YOUR MISSION:
Being a core member of country coordination team and under the responsibility of the Country Manager, the Operations Manager (Programme) contributes within the area where he/she is based to the implementation of the mandate and the 10-year strategy of Humanity & Inclusion. He/she ensures optimal quality and impact of the projects implemented in the area, through a delegation system with appropriate control mechanisms. The Operation Manager manages a team of Area Managers and project managers in his/her country.

Mission 1: Management

Mission 2: Strategy and steering

2.1: Contribute to the development of the programme operational strategy, and to its implementation and annual monitoring,

2.2: Implement the project part of the Programme’s Operational Strategy.

Mission 3 : Standards and expertise

Mission 4: Operational implementation

4.1: Ensure the sound management and monitoring of projects under his/her responsibility,

4.2: Keeping both potential opportunities and risks in mind, contribute to the monitoring and analysis done by the line manager, and propose mitigation measures where relevant,

4.3: Develop HI’s external influence (forums, operational and strategic alliances, etc.) and the external representation of the organization (events, media) in his/her area of responsibility,

4.4: Coordinate the teams in his/her area,

4.5: Support the Country Manager in monitoring security in their area and ensure adequate resources according to the context.

Mission 5: Emergency Preparedness and Response

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE POSITION:
Safety and Security

Security is fairly good in some area but in large remain 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 Hartals (national strikes) can restrict project activity. Expatriates have to strictly follow the security rules, which are periodically updated. Expatriates are currently only allowed to move by car; walking in the streets is restricted to specific areas. Security in Cox’s Bazar is even more sensitive with the growing criminality in host community as well as in Camps.

Standard of Living

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/bar and coffee shop chains. The office and expatriate housing will be located within the diplomatic area, in Gulshan, provided all the required standard of living conditions and comfort level. Public transport options are limited and not accessible for expatriates, so alternative options are provided by HI. Traffic and movement by car within Dhaka can be slow, particularly during rush hours.

Cox’s Bazar is a city located in the coastal area, fishing port and one of the most visited tourist destinations in Bangladesh. There is lot of resorts, restaurants, bars providing international drink and food as well as specific entertainment such as gym, spa, etc.
Expatriates are residing in collective accommodation in HI GH both in Cox Bazar and Ukhiya. Travelling with in city in Cox Bazar only allowed with HI car and driver. Travelling between the different sites is easy: 1 hour flight Dhaka – Cox’s Bazar and from 1 to 1h30 hours by car within Cox’s Bazar district sites.

YOUR PROFILE:

Bachelor’s degree level is essential,
At least 6 years of professional experience in humanitarian / emergency contexts, with experiences in senior management of field bases and/or programs and security management and/or context analysis,
Fluent English mandatory (oral and written)
Good understanding of logistics, HR, and finance management
Planning, monitoring and coordination skills

CONDITIONS:
At HI, the conditions offered are up to your commitment and adapted to the context of your mission. https://hi.org/en/join-the-team

24 months International contract starting from 15th May 2024
The international contract provides social cover adapted to your situation:
Unemployment insurance benefits for EU nationals
Pension scheme
Medical coverage with 50% of employee contribution
Repatriation insurance paid by HI
Salary from 2869€ gross/month upon experience
Perdiem: 559,90€ net/month – paid in the field
Hardship: 250€ net/month paid with your salary
Paid leaves: 25 days per year;
R&R: Level 2: 5 days every 3 months + possible transport/package support.
Position:
- unaccompanied
  - Payment for travel costs (air ticket & visa) and transport of your personal effects
  - A child allowance of 100€ per month, per child (from the second child) paid in the field
open to couples
- Support travel costs (air ticket & visa) for accompanying dependent and health/ repatriation insurance if the dependent has no income/
- Payment of one yearly additional return flight
open to families
a child allowance of 100€ per month, per child (from the second child) paid in the field
Contribution to school registration fees for children over 3 years
Family-wide health coverage
Payment for travel costs (air ticket & visa) and transport of your personal effects
Housing: Individual taken in charge by HI