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**Date:** 28 Dec 2025
**Location:** Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh
**Company:** Plan International
About the Organisation
Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. We believe in the power and potential of every child, working to overcome poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. Since 24 September 2017, we have responded to the Rohingya refugee influx in Cox’s Bazar, focusing on protecting girls and boys from violence, improving hygiene, and restoring access to safe, quality education for refugee children and adolescents.
Role Overview
The Gender Specialist leads the integration of Gender, Diversity, Inclusion, and Protection (GDIP) principles across Rohingya Response and Nexus programming. This role provides strategic leadership in implementing the Gender in Emergencies Action Plan, strengthening staff and partner capacity, and embedding GDIP approaches across multi‑donor projects in a complex operational environment. The position also plays a key role in resource mobilisation through high‑quality, evidence‑based funding proposals, representing Plan International Bangladesh in national, regional and global coordination platforms, and upholding feminist, value‑based leadership to foster an inclusive, collaborative and accountable workplace culture.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and implement gender‑responsive strategies across humanitarian programmes in Cox’s Bazar.
* Provide technical support and mentorship on gender‑focused interventions in large and complex projects.
* Lead the development of proposals, concept notes and business‑development activities.
* Coordinate consortium activities and liaise with donors to secure funding.
* Represent Plan International Bangladesh at national, regional and global coordination platforms.
* Promote a feminist, value‑based leadership style within the organisation.
Qualifications & Experience
* Master’s or bachelor’s degree in Women & Gender Studies, Anthropology, Sociology, Development Studies or a related field.
* Minimum of seven (7) years of progressive professional experience in gender‑based programme interventions, preferably within humanitarian or Rohingya response contexts.
* At least four (4) years of experience in Cox’s Bazar in protection interventions in humanitarian or development contexts.
* Demonstrated experience in providing technical support on gender in large, complex projects.
* Strong track record in proposal writing, concept note development and business development.
* Advanced skills in donor liaison, proposal writing and consortium coordination.
Why Join Us?
Joining Plan International means engaging in impactful work that transforms lives and promotes equality. You will have opportunities for international collaboration and continuous professional development within a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusivity.
Benefits and Compensation
Salary: BDT 203,712 – 254,640 monthly CTC. Additional benefits include hospitalization for spouse and children, contributory provident fund, gratuity, festival bonus, leave, group insurance, yearly medical check‑up, and day‑care facilities.
EEO Statement
Plan follows an equal opportunity policy and actively encourages diversity, welcoming applications from all, especially women, people living with disability and gender‑diverse communities. We promote a competitive salary, a female‑friendly workplace, and equal access to career progression and leadership roles.
Application Process and Important Dates
Last date to apply online: January 6, 2026 (Tuesday). The successful candidate is expected to join by mid‑January 2026. Initial contract of one year with possibility of extension based on performance and fund availability. Only Bangladeshi citizens are eligible to apply.
Security and Conduct
Pre‑employment checks and anti‑terrorism screening will be undertaken in conformity with Plan International's Global Safeguarding Policy, PSHEA policy and participation in the Inter‑Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. Applicants will be asked for information on any findings of sexual exploitation, abuse and/or harassment. By submitting an application, the applicant confirms understanding of the recruitment procedures. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities.
Important Notice
Plan International will never ask for any fees through mobile banking or send unsolicited emails requesting payment from candidates. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Any prior communication or persuasion may lead to disqualification.
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