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UN jobs in Bangladesh 🇧🇩
UN-system organisations recruit in Bangladesh for country offices, regional hubs, field operations, and joint programmes. UNlockit aggregates every currently-open vacancy posted on a UN agency's career portal for Bangladesh — including international and national professional staff roles, internships, and short-term consultancies. Each listing links back to the official agency application page.
- Open roles
- 7
- Organisations
- 5
- Last refreshed
- 7/22/2026
Latest open roles
Project Assistant – DDRRU
International Organization for Migration · 🇧🇩 Dhaka, Bangladesh
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is seeking a Project Assistant for its Disaster, Displacement, Response and Recovery Unit (DDRRU). Reporting to the National Project Officer and supervised by the Deputy Chief of Mission, this role supports interventions for disaster-affected and displaced populations, including climate migrants. Key responsibilities include implementing and monitoring project activities, analyzing data, and assisting with budget monitoring and fund verification. The assistant acts as an administrative focal point, coordinating with diverse organizational units, government authorities, UN agencies, and NGOs. Duties involve drafting status reports, briefing notes, and correspondence; organizing workshops and meetings; and monitoring implementing partners for compliance. The candidate will also provide guidance to junior staff and respond to complex information requests. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical and organizational skills, with experience liaising with governmental and humanitarian entities. Fluency in both English and Bangla is mandatory. The role requires a school diploma with five years of experience or a bachelor’s degree with three years of relevant professional experience in fields such as political science, international relations, or disaster management.
Closes 7/27/2026Finance Assistant (and Admin), SC5, Sylhet
World Food Programme · 🇧🇩 Sylhet, Bangladesh
The World Food Programme is seeking a Finance Assistant (and Admin) at the SC5 grade level to be based in Sylhet, Bangladesh. This 12-month service contract role focuses on supporting effective finance, budget, and administration services to ensure the transparent and efficient utilization of financial resources. Key responsibilities include providing technical support for finance and budget compliance, monitoring monthly expenditure forecasts, and managing sub-imprest and petty cash accounts. The incumbent will maintain Delegation of Financial Authority records, verify vendor claims and advances, and perform invoice checking for NGO payments. Administrative duties encompass monitoring fixed assets, managing vehicle fuel and spare parts, and overseeing field office vehicles. The role also requires acting as the Travel Focal Person, supervising drivers and security staff, and providing guidance to other support staff. The ideal candidate must hold a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, or a relevant discipline, along with five years of professional experience in finance or a related business stream. Fluency in both spoken and written English and Bangla is required. This position is exclusively open to Bangladeshi nationals.
Closes 8/3/2026(Re - advertisement) Programme Associate (GFA Catchment Focal), G6, Cox's Bazar
World Food Programme · 🇧🇩 Cox's Bazaar, Bangladesh
The World Food Programme (WFP) is recruiting a Programme Associate (GFA Catchment Focal) for a 12-month fixed-term contract based in Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh. Reporting to the Head of General Food Assistance, the incumbent supports the implementation of the General Food Assistance program at the camp level. Key responsibilities include strategic representation and coordination with government authorities, UNHCR/IOM, and site management agencies; leading relocation and rapid response efforts for displaced families; and overseeing operational planning and entitlement management to ensure accurate food distribution. The role requires providing technical support to Cooperating Partners on SCOPE and Blockchain systems, conducting financial oversight, and analyzing GFA databases for quality control. Additional duties involve supporting market initiatives, monitoring retail food prices, managing protection and inclusion referrals, and liaising with internal support units. The ideal candidate must have a university degree, fluency in English and Bangla, and a minimum of six years of experience in camp contexts, with a strong understanding of humanitarian principles. WFP seeks a detailed-oriented, proactive professional capable of facilitating food assistance programs, utilizing digital transfer modalities, and working effectively in a multicultural environment. This position is open exclusively to Bangladeshi nationals.
Closes 8/3/2026UN Women: National Consultant-Coordination Officer, Dhaka Bangladesh
UN Women · 🇧🇩 Dhaka, Bangladesh
UN Women seeks a National Consultant-Coordination Officer in Dhaka to support the implementation of the ESGBV project, aimed at preventing and responding to sexual and gender-based violence in public spaces, workplaces, and tertiary educational institutions. The role involves coordinating with the University Grants Commission (UGC), Ministry of Women and Children Affairs, and civil society partners to strengthen institutional mechanisms for GBV prevention. Key responsibilities include facilitating multi-stakeholder meetings, organizing capacity-building initiatives, and managing communication with universities. The consultant will also support research, documentation, and reporting activities, including data collection for baseline, midline, and endline studies. A critical component is providing technical support for the design and refinement of an online monitoring and reporting tool to track SGBV prevention mechanisms. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills in gender equality and GBV issues, experience with higher education sector policies, and proficiency in coordinating with government and academic stakeholders. The position requires excellent communication skills in both Bangla and English, with a focus on fostering inclusive collaboration and maintaining high standards of reporting and visibility in alignment with UN Women and EU guidelines.
Closes 7/30/2026Supply Chain Officer (Value Chain Analyst), SSA8, Rangamati Field Office
World Food Programme · 🇧🇩 Rangamati, Bangladesh
WFP Bangladesh seeks a Supply Chain Officer (Value Chain Analyst) on a 4-month Special Service Agreement to conduct a comprehensive Value Chain Analysis in the Chittagong Hill Tracts. The role focuses on strengthening food systems, market systems, and supply chain capacity to support resilient, inclusive, and shock-responsive food security. Key responsibilities include analyzing agricultural and livelihood value chains across Rangamati, Khagrachhari, and Bandarban districts; identifying priority commodities and market integration opportunities; assessing constraints such as transport, storage, and climate exposure; and evaluating gender, youth, and social inclusion dimensions. The officer will provide evidence-based recommendations for WFP, government counterparts, and partners to improve aggregation models, rural logistics, and buyer linkages. The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in a relevant field and possesses at least five years of professional experience, including three years in value chain analysis or market systems development, with at least one year post-graduation. Fluency in English and Bangla is required. This is a locally recruited position open exclusively to Bangladeshi nationals.
Closes 7/23/2026Bio medical Engineering Consultant, Dhaka, Bangladesh, Office Base ( with travel), 12 months (Open for Nationals of Bangladesh Only) Req#594517
UNICEF · 🇧🇩 Bangladesh
UNICEF is seeking a Bio-medical Engineering Consultant based in Dhaka, Bangladesh, for a 12-month contract. The role provides technical support for health projects, focusing on the procurement, technical specification, installation, commissioning, monitoring, operation, and maintenance of medical equipment. Key equipment includes essential diagnostic tools (sphygmomanometers, glucometers, bilirubinometers, hematology analyzers) and SCANU-related devices (radiant warmers, phototherapy machines, bubble CPAP systems). The consultant ensures quality assurance and operational readiness of these critical health assets. The position is open exclusively to nationals of Bangladesh and involves travel within the country.
Closes 7/28/2026Procurement Assistant- Education (Dhaka, Bangladesh)
UNESCO · 🇧🇩 Dhaka, Bangladesh
The Procurement Assistant- Education role supports the Global Partnership for Education (GPE) System Transformation Grant in Bangladesh, implemented by UNESCO and UNICEF. The incumbent provides technical and operational procurement support for goods, services, and works, ensuring compliance with UNESCO rules, donor requirements, and GPE guidelines. Key responsibilities include developing procurement plans, managing solicitation processes (RFQ, ITB, RFP), evaluating bids, drafting contracts, and maintaining supplier databases. The role involves monitoring supplier performance, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring accurate record-keeping for audits. The assistant coordinates with stakeholders, vendors, and project staff, providing guidance on procurement matters and contributing to process improvements. The position requires sound knowledge of international procurement standards, contract management, and enterprise resource planning systems like SAP. It demands strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office. The role promotes integrity, accountability, and transparency within the procurement unit, supporting the transformation of the teaching profession and improving education outcomes in Bangladesh.
Closes 8/21/2026
Top organisations
- World Food Programme3
- International Organization for Migration1
- UNESCO1
- UNICEF1
- UN Women1
Top countries
- Bangladesh7
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