Divisional Manager, BRAC Education Programme

Location: Anywhere in Bangladesh

Last date of Application: March 11, 2026

BRAC is an international development organisation founded in Bangladesh that partners with over 100 million people living with inequality and poverty globally to create sustainable opportunities to realise potential.

About the Project:

In partnership with Educate A Child (EAC) under the Education Above All (EAA) Foundation, BRAC is implementing a four-year project, "Inclusive Pathways for Learning and Resilience in Bangladesh," which is dedicated to reintegrating 76,000 out-of-school children across 12 districts in Bangladesh into the mainstream education system. By utilizing an accelerated primary learning model, the project prioritizes girls and children with disabilities in high-dropout, high-poverty, climate-vulnerable areas, addressing the root causes of exclusion through a holistic approach. This strategy integrates foundational education with essential health services, including nutrition, vision, and hygiene support, while empowering 15,000 youth to spearhead climate resilience actions. Together, these efforts create a community-driven ecosystem that ensures the next generation can recover their education and lead their communities toward a more sustainable and resilient future.

About the Role:

We are looking for a highly motivated individual to join us as Divisional Manager to lead the field-level implementation of this project. The role focuses on enrolling the most underprivileged children into the BRAC education system, supporting their transition into the national education stream, and reducing the number of out-of-school children (OoSC) across the intervention area. You will ensure strong programme delivery, quality assurance, and effective coordination with local stakeholders, while driving sustainable and scalable education outcomes aligned with project goals.

This position is open for Bangladeshi nationals only.

Major Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and oversee the operation of the targeted number of BRAC schools, by aligning field activities with the approved project framework and ensuring timely establishment and smooth functioning.
• Initiate and implement diverse pedagogical approaches and new interventions, by promoting innovative teaching methods and ensuring consistent quality education and related services.
• Analyze programme outputs, outcomes, and overall performance, by reviewing data regularly, identifying progress and shortfalls, and working closely with Upazila Managers to take corrective actions.
• Ensure effective implementation of official programme communications, by disseminating and enforcing guidelines, meeting minutes, circulars, and memoranda to meet programme requirements and compliance standards.
• Provide regular support and guidance to Upazila Managers and relevant staff, by offering technical assistance, field-level mentoring, and problem-solving support to maintain education quality.
• Strengthen staff capacity across the programme, by designing and facilitating capacity development initiatives for Upazila Managers, Programme Organizers, and other project staff.
• Prepare and utilize programme reports for improvement, by analyzing findings, sharing insights with relevant teams, and initiating timely follow-up actions.
• Maintain effective liaison with field management and external stakeholders, by coordinating with government agencies, NGOs, and partners to ensure smooth and collaborative programme implementation.

Safeguarding Responsibilities:

• Ensure the safety of Programme Participants, people who come into contact with the organisation, and team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation, including sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA) to achieve the programme's goals of safeguarding implementation. Act as a key source of support, guidance, and expertise in safeguarding to establish a safe working environment
• Practices promote and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action.
• Follows the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place, and encourages others to do so

What you should have

• Minimun 8–10 years of progressively responsible experience in programme or project management within the education and development sector, preferably in large-scale, donor-funded projects and complex operational environments.
• A Master’s degree in any discipline, with strong knowledge of the Bangladesh primary education curriculum and understanding of global and national education policies relevant to economic and social development.
• Proven experience in designing training modules, workshops, and short courses, with demonstrated ability to facilitate trainings and meetings effectively.
• Strong communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively at different stages of programme implementation and with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in English (both written and spoken) and computer literacy to support programme coordination, reporting, and decision-making.
• Demonstrated expertise in programme design and implementation, including effective staffing, team building, task prioritization, and achieving expected outcomes within specified timelines.
• Professional certification or training in project management, child protection, GBV, or related areas will be considered an added advantage.

Note: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

What we offer:

At BRAC, we present you with more than just a job—embark on a journey to leadership, influence, and personal development. Join our esteemed team and unlock not only the opportunity to create a significant impact but also enjoy a competitive compensation package and a range of enticing benefits- it's a path to unparalleled growth and fulfillment.

If you feel you are the right match for this position, apply through LinkedIn by March 11, 2026

BRAC believes that everyone we work with—including our staff, programme participants, partners, and the communities we serve—has the right to be protected from all forms of harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation, including sexual exploitation and abuse.

We uphold human dignity and inclusion for all, regardless of age, race, religion, gender, disability, ethnic origin, or socio-economic background. We are an equal opportunity employer. We especially encourage those who have shown resilience—who have faced personal struggles, bounced back, and continued to move forward—to apply.

Selected candidates will have to go through a rigorous reference and background checking process, which may include police verification.