Requirements
Education
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Bachelor/Honors, Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), in Business Administration
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Bachelor/Honors, Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), in Social Sciences
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Masters, Master of Business Administration (MBA), or a related field.
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Masters, Master of Business Administration (MBA), in Business Administration
Additional Requirements
The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s):
Hospital.
A minimum of 2 years of proven experience as an Executive Officer or in a similar role. Experience in a research or scientific environment is highly preferred.
Responsibilities & Context
About CHRF
The Child Health Research Foundation (CHRF) is a leading non-profit organization committed to advancing scientific research, promoting science education, and expanding scientific knowledge. Founded in 2007 and registered under the NGO Affairs Bureau, CHRF’s core mission is to improve child health in Bangladesh by enabling evidence-based policy decisions for the prevention and treatment of infectious diseases through rigorous research and advocacy.
CHRF comprises an interdisciplinary team of scientists, clinicians, epidemiologists, community health workers, statisticians, engineers, and mathematicians—united in the goal of reducing the burden of childhood infectious diseases. Our research spans epidemiological studies on diseases such as typhoid fever, pneumococcal disease, and dengue fever. We also conduct large-scale microbial genome sequencing and generate extensive genomic datasets to track and understand the pathogens circulating in Bangladesh.
In addition to research, CHRF is deeply invested in capacity-building through its “Building Scientists for Bangladesh” initiative, which offers workshops and courses tailored to high school and university students, as well as early-career professionals. CHRF operates five microbiology laboratories across Bangladesh and partners with renowned global institutions such as the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, World Health Organization (WHO), National Institutes of Health (NIH), Stanford University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), and Imperial College London.
Position Overview: Executive Officer
We are looking for a highly organized and motivated Executive Officer to support our senior scientists and administrative leadership. This is a unique opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the Building Scientists for Bangladesh initiative while supporting impactful research and scientific development efforts.
Key Responsibilities:
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Provide high-level administrative support to Senior Scientists and Executive Team members, including managing calendars, scheduling appointments, and coordinating meetings.
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Work collaboratively with the administrative team to ensure seamless daily operations and strong internal communication.
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Assist in organizing and executing workshops, training sessions, and seminars under the Building Scientists for Bangladesh program.
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Prepare, review, and distribute reports, documents, and professional correspondence.
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Coordinate travel logistics including flight bookings, accommodations, and ground transportation.
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Manage incoming communications (emails, phone calls, inquiries), ensuring timely and appropriate responses.
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Support the planning and implementation of special projects and organizational initiatives.
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Handle sensitive and confidential information with the highest level of professionalism and discretion.
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Perform other administrative tasks as assigned by the Executive Manager.
Compensation & Other Benefits
- Provident fund
- Weekly 2 holidays
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Salary Review: Half Yearly
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Lunch Facilities: Partially subsidize
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Festival Bonus: 1
Work Place
Work from Office
Employment Status
Type:
Full Time/Permanent
Shift:
Day Shift
