Introduction

SNV is a not-for-profit international development organization, established in the Netherlands in 1965 but rooted in the contexts and societies in the more than 25 countries where we work. And that mission is to strengthen capacities and catalyze partnerships that transform the agri-food, energy, and water systems to enable sustainable and more equitable lives for all. We position ourselves as a learning organization striving for excellence and invest in making knowledge flow to and from the frontline.

SNV started its work in Bangladesh in 2006, designing impact-oriented and future scalable programmes that help turn poverty into prosperity. As the private sector in Bangladesh is recognised as a strong partner in economic growth and development, we focus on private sector engagement, institutional development, and local ownership of programmes. https://www.snv.org/country/bangladesh

Bangladesh is one of the world's most densely populated countries, with 160 million people, 24.3% of whom live in poverty. We support people to access and develop the capabilities, services and opportunities needed to live a fulfilling life while sustainably using the natural resources they depend on. We in supporting the resourcefulness of development actors. Together, we make markets work for people living in poverty.

SNV is implementing projects around the three different sectors in which SNV works under the systems change approach. Our main partners are local governments, national organizations linked to the issues of Energy, Agriculture and Water.

Background of the Position

This position will support the Project Manager of SUWC, Sector Leader-Water and the Country Director in relationship management of key donors including the design (setting up meetings, reporting, concept idea development support) as well as the PME support to the SUWC project.

Objective of the Position

• Assist the SUWC project team in effectively tracking and monitoring project activities.
• Provide support to the Country Director in desktop review and analysis of information related to SNV's business development portfolio in Bangladesh.
• Identify potential partners and projects that align with SNV's approach.
• Support on any other BD as per request of CD for the relationship building and concept idea development & assist in reporting, as part of the business development.

Scope of Work

SUWC Project Support:

• Follow up on the monitoring and tracking system for the SUWC project, ensuring that data collection, analysis and reporting meet SNV standards.
• Prepare regular progress reports for the SUWC project team.
• Assist to organize and document stakeholder meetings related to the SUWC project.

Business Development Support:

• Work collaboratively with the PM, SL and Country Director to review and analyse information on SNV's business development portfolio in Bangladesh.
• Conduct research to identify potential partners and projects in Bangladesh that align with SNV's strategic priorities and areas of expertise.
• Develop further & monitor a database of potential donors interested in supporting initiatives that fall within SNV's focus areas.
• Prepares concept ideas, assist in sections of proposals and assists in reports to summarize research findings and recommendations for business development activities.

Deliverables:

• Monitoring and tracking system for the Log Frame SUWC project.
• Regular progress reports on PMEL in close coordination with the PM for the SUWC.
• Minutes and reports from stakeholder meetings (SUWC project).
• Deepen existing database and extend potential partners and potential HR in Bangladesh.
• Deepen existing database of potential donors in Bangladesh, participate in monthly BD meeting and provide monitoring of the database on a two-weekly basis.
• Support with concept idea development as per request and document research findings to feed into new BD design as including recommendations, as well as document donor meetings minutes for business development activities.
• Support with other BD requirements as per SNV Bangladesh needs, upon request of CD.

The above list of job responsibilities is not exclusive or exhaustive and the position will be required to undertake any assigned responsibilities assigned by his/her Supervisor as may reasonably be expected within the scope of the position.

Qualifications and basic requirements

• Bachelor’s degree Business administration, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience supporting business development or project management.
• Strong understanding of monitoring and evaluation principles.
• Proven track record in managing database and extend potential partners and potential HR in Bangladesh
• Excellent research, data analysis, and reporting skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and data analysis software.

Duty Station                       : Dhaka with frequent visits to Project sites

Contract Duration              : 6 months with a possibility of extension depending on performance and availability of funds.

Working Hours                  : Full time (minimum of 40 hours per week)

Salary                                 : The total salary package (basic salary + House Rent Allowance + Transportation Allowance + Medical Allowance + Festival Allowance + Communication Allowance) will range between BDT 97,000/= and BDT 1,14,000/= per month, depending on the selected candidate’s work experience and competencies. Gratuity and provident fund entitlement will be followed by SNV BD policy.

Other benefits                    : Group life insurance, critical illness for employee, hospitalization insurance coverage for employee and family member (spouse and children).

How to Appy

Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply for this position. If you believe that your credentials meet the outlined profile, we invite you to apply by submitting a brief letter of motivation (1 page) and your CV (not more than 3 pages). Your CV should highlight your prior work achievements; it should not be a list of your current or prior job responsibilities.

In your motivation letter please answer the question:

Why are you interested in the “Relationship and MEL Officer” position and what do you believe makes you the strongest candidate to fill the position? 

Please submit your application through SmartRecuriters by 03 July 2025.

We do not appreciate third-party mediation based on this advertisement. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Any form of solicitation by phone or other means will be treated as disqualification of the candidate. SNV is an equal employment provider.