Junior Knowledge Management Advisor | GIZ Bangladesh

The Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH is a federal enterprise with worldwide operations. GIZ supports the German Government in the field of international cooperation for sustainable development. GIZ has been working as a development partner of Bangladesh since 1972 under bilateral agreement. Currently, it is working in the areas of renewable energy, adaptation to climate change, private sector development and technical education, biodiversity, as well as good governance and displacement.

GIZ Bangladesh is currently seeking applications for the position of "Junior Knowledge Management Advisor" under the 'Innovations for Climate Smart Urban Development (INCLUDE)' Project.

Number of Position: 01
Job Location: Dhaka
Contract Duration: One year (with possibility of extension)
Band: 03

A. Responsibilities

• Supports the team and manager in monitoring project activities, maintaining strategic focus, and ensuring alignment with objectives.
• Oversees knowledge management, acts as the records manager, and assists in summarising information for progress reports.
• Serves as the public relations focal point, coordinates with PR teams, and manages the logistics and quality of project events, including those with outsourced firms and consultants.

The position holder is responsible for the following tasks:

B. Tasks

• Monitors project activities regularly and supports the project team and manager in maintaining strategic focus and alignment with objectives.
• Oversees the knowledge management efforts of the project, serving as the records manager to ensure proper documentation and information flow.
• Acts as the PR focal point for the project, coordinating with PR teams at the cluster and country office levels to ensure compliance with GIZ PR guidelines across all project outputs.
• Supports the organisation of events and workshops of the project, including logistical and technical aspects.
• Maintains effective liaison with outsourced firms, consultants, and grant recipients to ensure all project-related events (including training, workshop, seminar, exposure visit) meet expected quality and standards.
• Actively participates in team meetings, sharing timely and relevant updates on the ongoing implementation progress.
• Assists in summarising and synthesising collected information to contribute effectively to the preparation of progress reports.

C. Required qualifications, competences and experience

Academic qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Studies, Social or Natural Sciences, Public Administration, or Urban Planning. A master's degree is a plus.

Professional experience

• Minimum 3 years of relevant occupational experience.
• Experience with data management will be an asset.

Other knowledge, additional competences

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, hands-on experience with digital data systems, and familiarity with various communication tools and modern IT systems.
• Understanding of data protection and confidentiality principles; experience with data management will be an asset.
• Ability to work well under pressure and strong team player.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in both Bengali and English.
• Familiarity with development cooperation and its operational context, preferably in the field of climate change and urban development.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to work effectively in an intercultural environment.

Applications will only be accepted electronically. If the requirements are met, candidates may apply through the link below:

Apply here

Please submit your CV in .pdf format (Word documents will not be accepted).

Last Date of Application: 06 September 2025

No phone calls will be entertained. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. All applications will be treated on merit and with strict confidentiality.

GIZ is an equal opportunity employer. Women and persons with disability are especially encouraged to apply and will be selected in case of equal qualification with other candidates.