Oxfam Is Hiring a Country Director -2026 – International Leadership Opportunity
Lead Oxfam’s Work
Are you an experienced international development leader with a passion for humanitarian action, social justice, and poverty reduction? Oxfam is seeking an outstanding Country Director to lead its Bangladesh programme and drive impactful development, humanitarian, and advocacy initiatives across the country.
This is an exceptional opportunity for senior professionals looking to shape one of Oxfam’s largest country programmes while contributing to the organization’s ambitious 2030 Global Strategy.
About the Opportunity
The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership for Oxfam’s operations in Bangladesh, overseeing programme development, humanitarian response, advocacy, partnerships, fundraising, and organizational transformation.
Working closely with the Asia Regional Platform and Regional Director, the Country Director will ensure that Oxfam Bangladesh contributes meaningfully to regional priorities while strengthening partnerships with government, civil society organizations, donors, media, academia, and the private sector.
The position is based in Dhaka, Bangladesh and offers a two-year fixed-term contract with the possibility of extension.
About Oxfam
Oxfam has been working in Bangladesh since 1970, supporting communities affected by disasters and humanitarian crises. Over the decades, the organization has become a trusted development partner, working alongside local organizations, government institutions, universities, media, and the private sector to tackle poverty, inequality, climate challenges, and humanitarian emergencies.
Today, Oxfam focuses on building resilient communities while promoting gender equality, economic justice, accountable governance, and sustainable development across Bangladesh.
Key Responsibilities
The Country Director will:
- Provide strategic leadership for Oxfam Bangladesh.
- Lead the implementation of Oxfam’s 2030 Global Strategic Framework.
- Oversee development, humanitarian, and influencing programmes.
- Strengthen partnerships with government, donors, civil society, and international organizations.
- Manage programme quality, operational effectiveness, and organizational performance.
- Lead fundraising and resource mobilization efforts.
- Ensure strong financial oversight and compliance.
- Manage security, risk management, legal compliance, and emergency preparedness.
- Represent Oxfam at national, regional, and international levels.
Who Should Apply?
Oxfam is looking for a highly experienced senior leader with a strong commitment to social justice and humanitarian values.
Applicants should ideally have:
- At least 3 years of director-level leadership experience in development, humanitarian, or influencing programmes.
- Around 10 years of experience leading multidisciplinary teams in complex environments.
- Experience working in Bangladesh or South Asia.
- Strong leadership and organizational transformation skills.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and advocacy experience.
- Proven fundraising and financial management expertise.
- Experience working with governments, donors, UN agencies, NGOs, and civil society organizations.
- Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities.
- Experience managing security, risk, legal compliance, and humanitarian responses.
- Demonstrated commitment to gender equality, inclusion, and community participation.
Why Join Oxfam?
This leadership position offers the opportunity to:
- Lead one of Oxfam’s most significant country programmes.
- Shape development and humanitarian programming at national and regional levels.
- Work alongside experienced professionals across Asia and globally.
- Drive meaningful social change through partnerships and advocacy.
- Access professional development and leadership opportunities.
- Receive a competitive salary and benefits package aligned with Oxfam’s global policies.
- Benefit from flexible working arrangements where appropriate.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit:
- An updated CV.
- A tailored cover letter explaining how their experience meets the essential requirements of the role.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
As applications are competitive, candidates are encouraged to apply well before the closing date.
Application Deadline
15 July 2026 (23:59 GMT)
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