Government Relations Coordinator

MOMENTUM Country and Global Leadership (MCGL), funded by the U.S. Government, is a global mechanism that saves lives and improves access to quality, integrated health services by distributing life-saving commodities, medicines, and vaccines, and providing critical health care services for pregnant mothers and children under five. The project provides safe childbirth for mothers and babies, vaccinates children, treats deadly illnesses and malnutrition, and controls disease outbreaks.  

Jhpiego seeks a Government Relations Coordinator for its MCGL project who will be mainly responsible for assisting in maintaining internal coordination across the project to compile/revise FD-6 and other relevant NGO Affairs Bureau forms, including preparing documents, submitting according to Government of Bangladesh (GOB) processes, and follow up to monitor and document approvals.

• Prepare and submit essential forms (FD2, FD3, FD6, FD9, FC1) to relevant Government of Bangladesh authorities.
• Follow up with government offices, especially NGOAB, regarding fund clearance and respond to their queries with quick turnaround time
• Support the Bangladesh Government Relations Liaison in coordinating correspondence with various government and local partners for collecting CLA (Certificate from Local Authority)
• Prepare annual activity and progress report and ensure submission to NGAB
• Draft documentation in consultation with the line manager, and submit it to relevant government offices, and monitor progress.
• Collaborate closely with the program and finance teams to compile NGOAB forms in both English and Bangla.
• Track and expedite visas and work permits for expatriate staff as required.
• Ensure strict compliance with all NGOAB policies in all operations.

• At least 4 years of working experience in government relations in local or international NGO or another relevant field
• Advanced knowledge on document compilation and GOB administrative processes, especially as it relates to what’s required by NGOAB
• Basic understanding of finance and budget management
• Understanding about the CLA collection process from relevant authority
• Bachelor/Master’s Degree, preferably in Social Sciences or relevant discipline.

Skills and Competencies

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Good English and Bangla communication skills
• Hands-on computer (MS Office) operating skills
• Bangla typing skill and ability to maintain tight deadline

Jhpiego offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive employee benefits package. Female candidates are encouraged to apply. Please apply at www.jobs-jhpiego.icims.com

Last date to apply: 29 July, 2025

Applicants must submit a single document for upload to include: cover letter, resume, current & expected Salary

For further information about Jhpiego, visit our website at www.jhpiego.org

Note: The successful candidate selected for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation.

Jhpiego is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

Jhpiego, a Johns Hopkins University affiliate, is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, marital status, pregnancy, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, other legally protected characteristics or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. Jhpiego promotes Affirmative Action for minorities, women, individuals who are disabled, and veterans.

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