Working at BRAC James P Grant School of Public Health
We are an equal opportunity institution and female candidates are most encouraged to apply. Only selected candidates will be called for an interview. We value diversity, inclusion, and a commitment to global public health excellence.
Open Positions
Assistant Manager, Communications
Deadline: Dec 6, 2025
Salary: Negotiable
Vacancies: 1 Position
Field Research Assistant (FRA)
Deadline: Nov 29, 2025
Vacancies: 12 Position
Research Medical Officer (RMO)
Deadline: Nov 29, 2025
Assistant Manager, Communications
About the School
The BRAC James P Grant School of Public Health (JPGSPH) at BRAC University was established in 2004 as an educational and research institution focusing on the integral areas of teaching, research, and services. The goal of the school is not only to impart knowledge but also to act as a center of excellence in knowledge creation through research and training that connects with practice.
Learn more about our work: www.bracjpgsph.org
Purpose of the Role
The Assistant Manager, Communications will play a central role in enhancing institutional visibility, strengthening brand identity, and driving digital communication efforts. The position involves strategic communication, content development, media engagement, and oversight of digital marketing initiatives in alignment with the School’s academic and research priorities.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Communications & Branding
- Develop and execute integrated communications and branding strategies across ATL, BTL, and TTL channels.
- Maintain consistency of messaging and visual identity across all communication outputs.
Digital Marketing & Campaigns
- Lead digital marketing campaigns, manage paid media, SEO/SEM, and optimize engagement using analytics and insights.
- Oversee content planning and performance tracking across major social media platforms.
Website & Digital Platform Management
- Coordinate and update website content ensuring accuracy, SEO alignment, and audience relevance.
- Strengthen institutional digital presence through data-driven enhancements.
Content Development & Media Relations
- Produce press releases, stories, newsletters, briefs, and other communication products.
- Maintain relationships with journalists, media houses, and external partners.
- Support promotion of academic events, research dissemination, and institutional initiatives.
Visibility, Reporting & Analysis
- Monitor media trends and audience engagement.
- Prepare communication reports for internal leadership and external stakeholders.
Qualifications and Experience
- Master’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Media, Journalism, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 4–5 years of professional experience in communications, digital marketing, public relations, or a creative agency environment.
- Proven expertise in campaign management, data analytics, and multi-platform digital engagement.
- Strong communication skills in both English & Bangla.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite/Canva, MS Office, and basic multimedia editing tools.
- Experience working with academia, research institutions, NGOs, or development sector is preferred.
Key Competencies
- Strategic thinking and planning
- Excellent storytelling, writing, and editing skills
- Digital literacy and analytics-driven decision-making
- Team coordination and cross-functional collaboration
- Creativity, adaptability, and high attention to detail
Salary and Benefits
Salary is negotiable and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Benefits include festival bonus, earned leave encashment, health and life insurance, annual increments, and opportunities for career progression as per BRAC James P Grant School of Public Health policies.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to email their application to: recruitment.sph@bracu.ac.bd by December 6, 2025.
Please mention “Application for Assistant Manager, Communications” in the subject line.
Disclaimer
- Only shortlisted candidates shall be invited for the interview. All tests & interviews will be held in Dhaka. We are an equal-opportunity employer and encourage applications from qualified women and minority candidates.
- The School reserves the right to make an appointment at a grade lower than advertised.
- We sincerely appreciate your interest in BRAC JPGSPH. However, due to the volume of applications, we may not be able to reply to each submission individually.
Field Research Assistant (FRA)
About the School and Project
The BRAC James P Grant School of Public Health (JPGSPH) at BRAC University was established in 2004 as an educational and research institution focusing on the integral areas of teaching, research, and services. The goal of the school is not only to impart knowledge but also to act as a center of excellence in knowledge creation through research and training that connects with practice.
We are looking for Field Research Assistant for the field data collection for the **“Implementation Research on Childhood Onset Noncommunicable Diseases (NCD) in Two Piloted Districts”** project.
Number of Positions: 12
Locations: Kishoreganj, Bagerhat
Key Responsibilities
- Attend training on methodology, approach, and data collection tools, and ensure adherence to data collection protocols.
- Communicate with the authority to seek permission for data collection.
- Carry out data collection (Survey) through field visits using tablets and data collection software (e.g., KoboTollbox).
- Conduct In-Depth Interviews (IDIs), Key Informant Interviews (KIIs), and Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) as required.
- Real-time data entry through tablets using data collection software (e.g., KoboTollbox).
- Organize the Focus Group Discussion (FGD) and Key Informant Interviews (KII).
- Take notes and record the responses from the FGD and KII.
- Complete daily reports of progress or activities completed, including communicating challenges faced in data collection and the status of data collection.
- Some other administrative tasks related to implementing the research.
- Adhere to all policies and guidelines of the school.
Educational Requirement
- Completed Bachelor in public health, social science, anthropology, or related field.
- Previous experience in household/facility-based data collection in relevant fields such as non-communicable disease and/or maternal and newborn healthcare services will be highly preferred.
Other Requirements
- Ability to contribute in both quantitative and qualitative data collection.
- Excellent communication skills in English and Bengali.
- Ability to work under pressure and in complex team environments.
- Ability to perform extensive fieldwork.
- Both males and females are encouraged to apply.
Project Timeline & Remuneration
Duration: Approximately **1 month**, duration may be extended depending on the project requirement and situations.
Starting Date: **December 14, 2025**
Remuneration is as per JPGSPH policy, including:
| Item | Amount (BDT) |
|---|---|
| Daily Allowance (Working Day only) | BDT 1,000 |
| **Per-diem (Total)** | **BDT 1,400** |
_The Per-diem allocation is:_
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How to Apply
This is an immediate requirement position.
Interested persons should send their resume at: **lamisa.rahman@bracu.ac.bd** within **November 29, 2025**.
Please mention **“Application for Field Research Assistant”** in the subject line.
*Disclaimer
- Only shortlisted candidates shall be invited for the interview. All tests & interviews will be held in Dhaka.
- We are an equal-opportunity employer and encourage applications from qualified women and minority candidates.
- The Organization reserves the right to make an appointment at a grade lower than advertised.
- BRAC JPGSPH regrets to inform you that it is not liable to reply to all the submitted applications.
Research Medical Officer (RMO)
About the School and Project
The BRAC James P Grant School of Public Health (JPGSPH) at BRAC University was established in 2004 as an educational and research institution focusing on the integral areas of teaching, research, and services. The goal of the school is not only to impart knowledge but also to act as a center of excellence in knowledge creation through research and training that connects with practice.
We are looking for a Research Medical Officer (RMO) for the **“Implementation Research on Childhood Onset Noncommunicable Diseases (NCD) in Two Piloted Districts”** project.
Learn more about our work: bracjpgsph.org/career
Purpose of the Role
Research Medical Officer (RMO) will be responsible for coordinating and managing field activities, ensuring accurate and timely reporting, and monitoring project progress. The RMO will also handle quantitative data collection, manage IT logistics, store supporting documents, and perform administrative tasks. The role includes developing field plans, distributing work among team members, and communicating effectively with facility authorities.
Key Responsibilities
- Attend training on methodology, approach, and data collection tools, and ensure adherence to data collection protocols.
- Collect quantitative data (facility assessment and observation, observation of care, provider knowledge assessment, and household survey) through all tier-facility visits (from district sadar hospital up to community clinic) by using tablets and data collection software (e.g., KoboToolbox).
- Assist in preparing field plans and guiding the data collectors to collect data.
- Communicate with the relevant authority to seek permission from the facility and effective rapport building with facility administrators, healthcare providers, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth data collection processes.
- Plan facility assessments in various healthcare settings, from district level to community clinic, and maintain regular communication with the field coordinator.
- Real-time data entry through tablets using data collection software (e.g., KoboToolbox).
- Complete daily reports of progress or activities completed, including communicating challenges faced in data collection and the status of data collection.
- Some other administrative and project-related tasks for implementing the research.
- Regular communication regarding troubleshooting and any other field issues with the field coordinator and other team members.
- Adhere to ethical standards and guidelines throughout the data collection process, ensuring the rights and privacy of participants are respected.
- Adhere to all policies and guidelines of the school.
Requirements/Qualification
- **MBBS**, preferably with Master of Public Health (MPH).
- Previous experience in facility assessment survey/healthcare research will be preferred.
Other Requirements
- Excellent communication skills in **English and Bengali**.
- Understanding of healthcare systems, research methodology, and clinical practices.
- Ability to work under pressure and in complex team environments.
- Ability to perform extensive travel and fieldwork, across different districts of all the administrative divisions of Bangladesh to oversee and support project implementation.
- Both males and females are encouraged to apply.
Contract Period & Salary
Contract Period: Tentative **2 months** (expected to start from **December 14, 2025**)
Salary: As per the policies of BRAC JPGSPH.
How to Apply
This is an immediate requirement position.
Interested candidates are invited to email their application to: **lamisa.rahman@bracu.ac.bd** by **November 29, 2025**.
Please mention **“Application for Research Medical Officer”** in the subject line.
*Disclaimer
- Only shortlisted candidates shall be invited for the interview. All tests & interviews will be held in Dhaka.
- We are an equal-opportunity employer and encourage applications from qualified women and minority candidates.
- The Organization reserves the right to make an appointment at a grade lower than advertised.
- BRAC JPGSPH regrets to inform you that it is not liable to reply to all the submitted applications.