Political Adviser and Communications Lead

Number of positions:
 01

Type of employment:
Full time (37 hours per week)

Contract duration:
Open ended

Starting date:
 01/12/2025 (tentative)

Location:
Danish Embassy in Dhaka, Bay's Edgewater, Gulshan 2, Dhaka 1212, Bangladesh

Deadline for application:
 15/09/2025

The Royal Danish Embassy is an ambitious and dynamic workplace with app. 36 employees. We co-locate with the Norwegian and Swedish Embassies in an attractive modern working environment.

About the position

The position will provide political analysis and advise to the Embassy in support of a better understanding of the political dynamics in Bangladesh. Furthermore, S/he will be responsible for leading and implementing the Embassy's communications strategy and improving the standards and effectiveness of the Embassy´s external branding and outreach. S/he will be part of a dynamic, fast-paced team responsible for public diplomacy, communication, policy and political analysis, maintaining media relations, and supporting the Embassy's external engagements. This role will directly support the senior management, including the Ambassador and the Deputy Head of Mission, and offer cross-functional support to the Development and Economic Diplomacy teams. In addition, the Embassy is looking for an enthusiastic, creative and results-oriented professional, who is motivated and keen to work with the Embassy in various engagements.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

• Monitor and provide strategic input to the Embassy's analysis and reporting on political developments in areas of interest for Denmark such as democracy, human rights, foreign policy and security.

• Develop and implement communication strategies that strengthen the embassy's visibility and highlight Denmark's priorities abroad.

• Design, plan, and execute public diplomacy initiatives both online and offline in alignment with the Ministry´s communications guidelines and the Embassy country strategy. (e.g., cultural, academic, and business-related events) – including drafting possible funding applications to support such initiatives.

• Build and maintain a broad network with the media, CSOs, local influential actors, political actors, academicians, and subject matter experts.

• Represent Denmark in relevant working groups.

• Produce executive speeches, political reports, briefing notes, op-eds, and press-release.

• Carry out any other responsibility as required from time to time by the Embassy management.

You Must Have

• University degree in Political Science, Law, Journalism, or related fields.

• At least 5 years of experience in communications, policy analysis, international development etc.

• Proven ability of analytical thinking is an advantage.

• Ability to build and maintain networks.

• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate.

• Flexible and able to work under time pressure.

• High proficiency in English and Bangla.

• Excellent IT skills including skills in Microsoft Office, Outlook, Canva, Meta Business, Hootsuite, etc.

Employment Conditions

• You will be offered full-time open-ended employment. The contract is based on the Staff Rules of the Embassy. The position is subject to a 3 months' initial probation period.

• Your employment is subject to successful security clearance.

• Working hours are 37 hours per week.

• You will be entitled to twenty (20) days of paid holiday per year.

• Your salary will reflect your qualifications, relevant experience and proven work-related results.

• As part of your salary, you will be covered by a workplace pension scheme.

• You and your dependant family members will be offered reasonable coverage of sickness expenses.

Application and Recruitment Process

To apply for the position, please include a motivation letter, your CV, proof of relevant education, recommendations and 2-3 references in English, and mail it to the Danish Embassy at e-mail:  marked "Political Adviser and Communications Lead – (your name)" in the subject line no later than 15/09/2025.

The application should be sent electronically as a PDF file. Receipt of applications will not be acknowledged. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. All applications will be treated on merit and in strict confidence.

The Embassy attaches great importance to equal opportunities for all and therefore welcomes applications from all qualified persons regardless of gender, race, nationality, ethnic origin, religion/belief, disability, age and/or sexual orientation.

Selected candidates will be invited for assessment and interviews - expected to take place in the first week of October 2025.

Prior to employment, the chosen candidate must present a local Security Clearance Certificate and employment is subject to formal approval by the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs – please be advised that this process can take up to a few months.