Gender/Social Development Specialist

3 days ago

Dhaka, Dhaka, Bangladesh SMEC Full time ৳1,200,000 - ৳3,600,000 per year

About The Job

  • Work with an industry expert team, make a difference in seamless project delivery
  • Be part of a supportive team, ensure successful outcome of the ongoing construction project
  • 'Real Impact, made together' – play a critical role in the built environment by uplifting lives, creating regenerative environments and advancing industries

Create futures worth inheriting with SMEC
SMEC simplifies the complex. We unlock the potential of our people to look at infrastructure differently, creating better outcomes for the future.

We are committed to positively impact the people, the environment and the clients and communities we serve.

Create futures worth inheriting with SMEC and the SJ Group
At SJ, we're building identity into infrastructure, character into skylines and peace of mind into everyday life.

A global urban and infrastructure consultancy firm with over 75 years of project delivery success, SJ and its member companies continue a collective legacy that delivers global expertise with local precision.

Become part of our 16,000 client-centric specialists in more than 120 offices in over 40 countries who shape spaces across the world to meet the needs of today and the aspirations of generations to come.

About The Role
We are currently looking for a
Gender/Social Development Specialist
who has prior experience of working on large-scale, complex infrastructure projects. The role is primarily responsible for monitoring the safeguards, implement gender activities, and report on social compliance.

Job Responsibilities

  • Review contractor-prepared designs to ensure social, gender, and environmental considerations are incorporated.
  • Monitor safeguards, implement gender activities, and report on social compliance.
  • Review contractor-prepared designs for project buildings and facilities to ensure social, gender, and environmental considerations are incorporated.
  • Assess potential social and community impacts of construction activities and coordinate with authorities before construction.
  • Contribute to reports documenting design compliance, including recommendations for modifications or variation orders when required.

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in social science
  • Min. 10 years of professional experience
  • Min. 8 years in social and gender activities

We value equity, diversity and inclusion and are committed to creating a work environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging and is empowered to do their best. We recognise the importance of a diverse and inclusive workplace to drive innovation and shared learning across our growing global network.

Join us and be part of a culture where we rise together, deliver excellence, and expand what's possible. 'Real impact, made together' is at the core of everything we do, embracing diverse perspectives to drive meaningful impact and build a shared legacy.

How To Apply
All applications must be submitted online. To apply, click on the "Apply Now" link below and follow the prompts.

All recruitment activities go through our Resourcing function and currently, this role doesn't require agency input. Please do not forward resume directly to SMEC employees/managers; we do not accept unsolicited resumes and are not responsible for any associated fees.
To find out more about SMEC, please visit our website at

At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world

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