Grants Management Intern | Danish Refugee Council
The Danish Refugee Council (DRC), one of the world’s leading NGOs with a focus on responding to displacement, has been registered in Bangladesh since 2013. In 2017, in response to the Rohingya influx, DRC launched an integrated programme of support to the government in site management, shelter/NFI and protection. In 2018, DRC started implementing aid projects in support of the host communities most affected by the influx of refugees. As a key part of this, DRC opened an area office in Cox’s Bazar and a country office in Dhaka.
POSITION PROFILE
- Support the Area Programme Manager, Grants Manager, and Grants Specialist with high-quality and timely reports for donors and other country- and HQ-level communications.
- Support the Area Programme Manager, Grants Manager, and Grants Specialist in initiatives to expand the portfolios, including contributions to proposal development.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Contribute to internal and external reporting, ensuring high-quality, well-written, and timely reports meeting donor and DRC requirements, with support from the Area Programme Manager, Grants Manager, and Grants Specialist.
- Assist the Area Programme Manager, Grants Manager, and Grants Specialist in organising Grants Opening meetings.
- Ensure quality information management related to grants by overseeing the regular update of programme/grants documents on Grants Monitoring System (GMS); ensure hard copies are stored appropriately according to DRC documentation policy.
- Assist the Area Programme Manager, Grants Manager, and Grants Specialist in proposal development tasks through collecting and compiling necessary inputs from programme staff, technical advisors, HQ/RO and partners (if relevant) in line with the proposal development plan; supporting the writing of the proposal as needed; ensuring donor guidelines are respected.
- Maintain up-to-date donor tracking tools to identify potential new donors and strategies that align with DRC’s strategic priorities.
- Utilise tools to track progress of project implementation when needed.
- Carry out any other relevant duties as requested by the Area Programme Manager, Grants Manager, and Grants Specialist.
Safety
Comply with all global and location-specific safety rules, policies, and procedures. Report safety incidents, near-misses and other relevant information to the safety team as shall be briefed during onboarding. Failure to adhere to these is a disciplinary offence while it may also leave the position holder, their colleagues, and DRC Bangladesh at risk.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES
- Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt messages for diverse audiences.
- Teamwork: Strong collaboration and coordination skills, with the ability to work across teams and departments.
- Creativity: Innovative in designing communication strategies and finding new ways to communicate with target audiences.
- Cultural Sensitivity: Understanding of and respect for diverse cultures, particularly in a humanitarian context.
- Flexibility and Resilience: Ability to work in a challenging and dynamic environment with a solution-oriented approach.
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
University degree.
LANGUAGES
English (Fluent in writing and speaking)
Bengali (Fluent in writing and speaking)
ALL EMPLOYEES ARE EXPECTED TO DEMONSTRATE DRC FIVE CORE COMPETENCIES
- Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.
- Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.
- Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.
- Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.
- Demonstrating integrity: You act in line with DRC’s vision and values.
POSITION DETAILS
Type of contract: National
Employment Band: As per policy
Start date: As soon as possible
Duty station: Cox’s Bazar
Closing Date for Application: 18 December 2025
WHAT WE OFFER
- Two bonuses (paid on a pro-rata basis with monthly salary)
- Mobile allowance
- Leave encashment
- Group Life Insurance including family
- Dental and optical benefits
- Gratuity
- Excellent working environment and opportunity of growth
- Various learning and development platforms
APPLICATION PROCESS
Applications must be submitted through the mentioned link on the page by clicking on the Apply button.
All applicants must send a cover letter along with an updated CV (we encourage CV no longer than four pages) in English.
Mention three referees’ details of your present supervisor and HR along with past employment’s supervisor with the CV.
Note: Applications sent by email will not be considered. In addition, DRC does not charge any fee for any of its recruitment processes and believes in equal opportunity in employment.
If you have questions, you can visit our FAQ page.
For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website: www.drc.ngo.
Gender Equality: DRC is committed to achieving gender parity in staffing at all levels. In light of this, female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply to bridge the gender gap.
Equal Opportunities: DRC is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment based on mutual respect for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, disability status, religion, ethnic origin, colour, race, marital status, or other protected characteristics.
FRAUD ALERT
It has been brought to the attention of the Danish Refugee Council (DRC) that there have been instances of fraudulent job offers purporting to be from DRC in Bangladesh. These offers reportedly concern fraudulent employment opportunities to applicants asking for money. DRC would like to stipulate that the organisation never charges or accepts any money from job seekers during the recruitment process. DRC recommends that you do not respond to unsolicited offers of employment.