VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Name of position: Chief Accounts Officer
Location: Embassy of Sweden in Dhaka
Job Nature: Full-time
Application deadline: Tuesday, 7 May 2024
Apply to: eos@proedge-asso.com

The Embassy of Sweden in Dhaka offers an exciting and dynamic work environment, and we are now seeking a candidate for the position at the Embassy as Chief Accounts Officer. As Chief Accounts Officer you have a key role in handling issues related to finance, budget and accounting of the Embassy´s operational budget. You are part of the Administrative Section and report directly to the Head of the Administration at the Embassy (a Swedish diplomat).

The Nordic embassies in Dhaka: Sweden, Norway and Denmark, have a shared office space and close cooperation, so you will also be working closely with staff of the other Nordic Embassies. For more information about the Swedish Embassy, please visit: https://www.swedenabroad.se/en/embassies/bangladesh-dhaka/

Main Job Responsibilities

The main task of the Chief Accounts Officer is to handle all issues related to finance and accounting. This includes:

• Communicating with the Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs regarding questions related to the book-keeping system.
• Coordinating with Embassy’s local bank regarding banking services.
• All local accounting and bookkeeping related to bank transactions.
• Pension administration for locally employed staff and monthly reporting to SPV (The Swedish National Government Employee Pensions Board).
• Salary administration for locally employed staff.
• Income tax administration for all local staff.
• Financial administration of benefits for posted staff.
• Follow-up of the Embassy operational budget.
• Administration of procurement issues, especially in regular vendor enlistment processes.
• Being a focal point for issues related to the Embassy Health Insurance policy for locally employed staff.
• Coordination with the other Nordic Embassies on cost-sharing issues.
• Assisting the Head of the Administrative Section in general administrative matters related to monthly and yearly budget follow-up.
• Preparing VAT reimbursement process.

Professional Skills and Competencies

• Experience of minimum 5 years of similar tasks preferably with another Embassy or other international organizations.
• Relevant academic background / other professional courses or certifications within the field.
• Analytical approach (budgeting and financial analysis)
• Previous experience managing an online accounts package, ideally Business World/Agresso or similar
• Experience of internal control systems
• Accounting and data practices and analysis with excellent skills in MS Office
• Ability to organize information into a format for management review
• Excellent spoken and written English and Bangla skills
• Ability to demonstrate cooperative skills
• Ability to initiate and implement activities independently to meet deadlines with a high level of quality and accuracy.
• Ability to ensure delivery and completion of tasks, also under periods of high workload.
• High level of quality of work, responsibility, and professional integrity

We offer

• An exciting international work environment.
• 37.5-hour work week and other benefits as per the Embassy’s employment policy for local staff.

 Application process

• Apply to eos@proedge-asso.com by 7 May 2024 with your motivation letter (not more than 400 words), a resume and at least three professional references from former managers.
• Please mark the subject line of your application with ‘Chief Accounts Officer’.
• Note that only applications in English will be considered.
• Receipt of application will not be acknowledged. Only those that will be invited for an interview will be contacted.

Vacancy Announcement

Application Deadline is 24 February 2024

Apply to recruit@proedge-asso.com

A multinational IT company is looking for a dynamic and experienced professional for Vice President, Projects and Operations position for its Dhaka-based office with full-time employment status. Job Responsibilities would be project & operation management ensuring deliverables meet quality standards & the project meets requirements and expectations of stakeholders.

Educational & Experience Requirements

• Sc. in Computer Science & Engineering/EEE, MBA will be an added advantage
• Professional Certification: ITIL / PMP / Prince2, following a continuous education program and maintaining one or more relevant professional certifications
• Minimum 20 years of work experience with software/hardware implementation
• Work experience as a Project Manager / Operation Manager
• Extensive experience on Project Methodology 

Functional competencies:

• Basic knowledge on cutting edge technologies and workflows. Depending on the nature of the project, specific technical skills are required related to the industry or field in which the project is running.
• Track project details, managing resources, and ensuring smooth running of activities.
• Ability to quickly find answers to questions referencing manuals and/or Internet resources.
• Ability to quickly identify and address issues that arise during a project, find creative solutions to keep things on track.
• Understanding budgeting principles and being able to manage project finances is crucial for keeping projects within budget and delivering value to stakeholders.
• Assess project risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize impact on project outcomes.
• Foster collaboration, resolve conflicts, and ensure that everyone is working together effectively.
• Documentation skills.
• Fluent in English in both writing and speech (i.e. writing, reading, speaking, and understanding).
• Build and maintain relationships with project stakeholders, including clients, sponsors, and other key individuals or groups, is essential for ensuring project success.

Behavioural competencies:

• Able to function effectively in high stakes and high stress situations.
• Having problem solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Skilled in time management to ensure that projects stay on schedule and meet deadlines.
• Ability to listen to team members and negotiate with stakeholders.
• Able to motivate and inspire team members, delegate tasks, and provide direction to ensure that everyone is working towards the project goals.
• Must be able to adapt to changing circumstances and have a flexible approach in managing projects.