Job Summary
Published On : Jun 20, 2026
Job Type :
Full Time
Job Level :
Location : Dhaka
Salary Range:
Negotiable
Application Deadline : Jul 18, 2026
Executive Director
Center for Strategic and Economic Research
Job Description / Responsibility
- Job title: Executive Director
- Work Location: CSER, Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Division/Department: Executive Management
- Reports to: Board of Governors / Governing Council
- Responsibilities
- 1. Develop and implement CSER’s long-term strategic vision and institutional objectives.
- 2. Lead and oversee all research, policy, operational, and administrative functions of the organization.
- 3. Position CSER as a leading policy and economic research institution nationally and internationally.
- 4. Build and maintain strategic relationships with government agencies, development partners, academia, and private sector stakeholders.
- 5. Oversee the quality, impact, and relevance of research outputs and policy recommendations.
- 6. Lead institutional fundraising, donor engagement, and grant acquisition activities.
- 7. Ensure effective financial management, governance, compliance, and organizational sustainability.
- 8. Represent CSER at national and international conferences, policy dialogues, seminars, and media engagements.
- 9. Mentor senior management and research teams to foster a high-performance organizational culture.
- 10. Promote innovation, ethical standards, transparency, and collaboration across the organization.
- 11. Ensure efficient resource allocation and organizational risk management.
- 12. Oversee stakeholder communications and strengthen CSER’s public reputation and visibility.
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- Education Requirements:
- Master’s degree or PhD in Economics, Public Policy, Development Studies, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Work Experience:
- Minimum 20+ years of experience in senior leadership roles, preferably in economic research, public policy, development organizations, think tanks, or related sectors.
- Additional Requirements:
- 1. Strong leadership, strategic planning, and decision-making abilities.
- 2. Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
- 3. Proven experience in institutional development and organizational management.
- 4. Strong understanding of economic policy, governance, and development issues.
- 5. Experience managing multidisciplinary teams and large-scale programs.
- 6. Proven ability to secure funding and manage donor relationships.
- 7. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- 8. Ability to work effectively in a dynamic and high-impact environment.
- 9. Strong public speaking and media engagement capabilities.
- 10. Commitment to ethical leadership and organizational excellence.
Educational Requirements
Additional Job Requirements
Location
Dhaka
Salary Range
Negotiable
Job Source
Bdjobs.com.bd Online Job Posting
Application Deadline : Jul 18, 2026
Company Information
Company Name:
Center for Strategic and Economic Research
Address: Dhaka
