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Vision Bangladesh Health & Education Society
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Head of Program

Job Description / Responsibility

About Vision Bangladesh- Health & Education Society

Vision Bangladesh Health & Education Society
stands as a unique example of social entrepreneurship in action, advancing holistic development through innovative, impact-driven enterprises. Rooted in the belief that sustainable social progress can be fueled by strategic business interventions, Vision Bangladesh has established and nurtured a portfolio of entrepreneurial ventures that address critical needs across healthcare, technology, renewable energy, and eco-tourism.

Through these diverse yet interconnected entrepreneurial initiatives, Vision Bangladesh Health & Education Society exemplifies a model where social goals and business innovation intersect, creating a lasting impact across communities, sectors, and regions.

Role Overview

The Head of Program of Vision Bangladesh- Health & Society is a senior leadership position responsible for overseeing program development, donor coordination, project implementation, and reporting of all programs and projects of the oraginzation. The role provides strategic direction and technical leadership to ensure high-quality program design, effective implementation, and successful achievement of organizational goals. The position will supervise the Response Manager for the projects of Cox's Bazar context and Program Manager for the development programs and projects of Bangladesh while working closely with internal and external stakeholders, including donors, government bodies, and partners.

Employment Type :
Full-Time, Onsite job

Key Responsibilities

Program Design & Proposal Development

• Lead the development of high-quality concept notes, proposals, and budgets for donors, partners, and funding agencies.
• Conduct needs assessments, research, and strategic analysis to inform program planning and design.
• Ensure technical soundness and alignment of proposals with donor priorities and organizational strategy.

Donor Communication & Relationship Management

Maintain regular communication and coordination with donors, development partners, and other stakeholders.

Participate in donor meetings, consultations, and reporting activities.

Support donor compliance through timely submission of plans, reports, and updates.

Program Guideline & Strategy Development

• Develop program implementation guidelines, SOPs, frameworks, and operational manuals.
• Ensure all programmatic processes follow organizational standards, donor requirements, and sector best practices.
• Provide strategic inputs to enhance impact, quality, and innovation across programs.

Project Management & Implementation Oversight

• Lead and oversee the planning, execution, monitoring, and evaluation of all programs.
• Guide Response Manager and Program Manager in day-to-day implementation and stakeholder engagement.
• Ensure programs are delivered on time, within budget, and with expected quality and results.

Reporting, Documentation & Knowledge Management

• Review, compile, and finalize monthly, quarterly, annual, and donor-specific reports.
• Ensure high-quality documentation of program achievements, case studies, best practices, and lessons learned.
• Lead knowledge-sharing processes and maintain program-related databases and documentation systems.

Coordination & Representation

• Represent Vision Bangladesh in program-related forums, clusters, coordination meetings, and events.
• Collaborate with government departments, NGOs, and development partners to strengthen program synergies.
• Ensure the organization's visibility and credibility with stakeholders.

Team Leadership & Capacity Building

• Provide supervision, guidance, and mentorship to the Response Manager and Program Manager.
• Build team capacity through training, coaching, and performance management.
• Promote a positive, collaborative, and learning-oriented program culture.

Educational Requirements

• Masters
• Master's degree in Public Health, Social Sciences, Development Studies, Management, or related field.

Experience Requirements

• 8 to 10 year(s)
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s):
• Advertising Agency,IT Enabled Service,Travel Agent,Agro based firms (incl. Agro Processing/Seed/GM),Real Estate,Developer,Importer,Power

Experience:

• Minimum 8–10 years of experience in program development, project management, and donor coordination in NGOs or development organizations.
• Strong experience in proposal writing, grants management, reporting, and M&E.
• Knowledge of health, community development, emergency response, or social development sectors is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Competencies:

• Excellent writing skills for proposal development and reporting.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and donor engagement skills.
• Ability to design program guidelines, frameworks, and implementation strategies.
• Proven project management and analytical skills.
• High level of organizational, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Dynamic working environment requiring coordination with multiple teams and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in MS Office, project management tools, and digital communication platforms.

Job Location

Dhaka