Head of Administration & General Services
Full time
HR / Administration
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Job Overview
Vacancies
1 position
Employment Type
Full time
Category
HR / Administration
Industry
NGO / Development
Gender
Not specified
Age
Na
Job Location
Rangpur
Salary
Negotiable
Experience
At least 12 years
Education
Bachelor / Graduation
Job Responsibilities
Position: Senior management levelReportable to: Executive DirectorRDRS Bangladesh, a leading development organization established in 1972, is seeking a competent and visionary professional to lead its Administration & General Services Department. We are looking for a dynamic professional with strong background in commercial utilization of organizational properties, including land, buildings, training centers and guesthouse. The person will be responsible for supporting and guiding procurement, managing transport pool, liaising with government authorities and dealing with legal actions. The Head of Administration & General Services will maintain smooth working relations with all Directors and Heads of RDRS, as well as with government and non-government organizations.What we are looking for to do
- Strategic Asset Management and Commercial Utilization: Develop and implement strategies for the optimal utilization, maintenance and commercial exploitation of organizational assets, including land, buildings, training centers, guesthouses and other properties, with a view to generating revenue and enhancing institutional self-reliance.
- Administrative Policy and Systems Development: Review, update and enforce administrative policies, procedures, systems and operational guidelines to ensure efficiency, transparency, accountability and compliance with organizational requirements.
- Procurement and Supply Chain Oversight: Provide strategic guidance and oversight to procurement and supply chain management, ensuring value for money, competitive sourcing, quality assurance, transparency and compliance with procurement policies and donor requirements.
- Infrastructure, Facilities and Logistics Management: Ensure effective management, maintenance and security of organizational premises, infrastructure, facilities, transport fleet and other logistical resources, with appropriate cost-control and asset-management mechanisms.
- Legal, Regulatory and Government Liaison: Oversee legal matters involving the organization, including property-related issues, contracts, litigation and regulatory compliance; maintain effective liaison with relevant government authorities and ensure timely resolution of administrative and legal matters.
- Institutional Coordination and Service Delivery: Provide responsive and professional administrative services to all departments and field offices, strengthen interdepartmental coordination, and promote a service-oriented culture across the organization.
- Supervision, Representation and Troubleshooting: Supervise staff under Procurement, Store, Communications, Logistics and Transport, and Estate & Legal Affairs; represent RDRS at external forums; and troubleshoot all local incidents and problems related to RDRS and its properties arising in RDRS working areas.
Requirements
- Proven experience of 12-15 years in commercial utilization and revenue generation from organizational assets.
- Strong leadership experience in managing administration and general services in a large organization.
- Demonstrated expertise in procurement, contract management and facilities management.
- Good knowledge of Bangladesh`s land, property, legal and regulatory frameworks.
- Excellent negotiation, stakeholder management and institutional coordination skills.
Educational Requirement
- Master`s degree in Business Administration, Management, Public Administration, Law or a relevant discipline. Additional professional qualifications in property or facilities management will be an advantage.
Experience
- 12 to 15 years
- The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): NGO, Development Agency, Micro-Credit
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Interested candidates are requested to submit their applications via email to hrd@rdrsbangladesh.org by 21 November 2026, enclosing a cover letter stating their expected salary and an updated CV/resume with a recent photograph.Qualified Women are highly encouraged to apply.The subject line of the email must clearly state: "Application for the Position of Head of Administration & General Services."Please note that no TA/DA (Travel Allowance/Daily Allowance) will be provided for attending the examination venue. Candidates are advised not to engage in any financial transaction in connection with recruitment at RDRS Bangladesh. RDRS Bangladesh shall not be held responsible for any such financial transactions.RDRS is always committed and determined to create and maintain a safe and environmentally friendly workplace free from sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment. If a candidate is found to have any record of sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment, their application will be considered cancelled/disqualified.
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