Manager, Recruitment and Selection

Reporting to: Director, Fellowship Recruitment and Selection

Start Date: Immediately

Location: Based in Dhaka, with frequent travel within and outside Bangladesh

Employment Type: Full-time, paid (min 2-year commitment)

Application Deadline: Rolling

About Teach For Bangladesh

Teach For Bangladesh (TFB) believes that every child in Bangladesh – regardless of socio-economic circumstance – deserves the opportunity for an excellent education. Our mission is to launch a movement of capable, committed, and compassionate leaders who share a vision of an equitable Bangladesh and are working tirelessly inside and outside the nation’s classrooms to expand educational opportunities for all children. 

Our flagship Fellowship program enlists highly talented graduates to spend two years teaching full-time in low-income schools. During that time, we train and support Fellows as they drive the academic and non-academic development of their students. The program also prepares Fellows to become lifelong leaders who will spearhead systemic change in Bangladesh, particularly in the education sector.

Learn more about us at: www.teachforbangladesh.org

Learn more about the global network Teach For All at: www.teachforall.org

Position Summary

Teach For Bangladesh (TFB) has been at the forefront of addressing educational inequity in Bangladesh by attracting, developing, and retaining top talent to become lifelong advocates for education and equity. Over the past decade, TFB has cultivated a prestigious leadership development program where thousands of talented individuals compete to join the Fellowship every year.

As Manager, Recruitment and Selection, you will be responsible for leading the strategic planning and execution of our recruitment and selection campaigns to ensure that Teach For Bangladesh attracts and admits the most qualified and mission-aligned candidates for the Fellowship program. This role offers the unique opportunity to shape how TFB identifies and nurtures the next generation of education leaders in Bangladesh.

Major Responsibilities

Recruitment Strategy and Team Management (30%)

• Develop and implement a comprehensive recruitment strategy to meet annual recruitment goals, including specific targets for gender, socioeconomic diversity, and representation from marginalized communities.
• Lead and manage a team of 1-3 recruiters responsible for executing recruitment campaigns, conducting outreach initiatives, and building TFB’s brand in top Bangladeshi and international universities.
• Execution of selection activities such as reviewing applications, running interviews, and organizing selection processes while ensuring quality and alignment with TFB’s mission and values.
• Provide coaching, guidance, and performance management for the recruitment team to ensure effective delivery of goals and a culture of excellence.
  

 Recruitment Communication and Candidate Engagement (20%)

• Develop and oversee innovative recruitment communication strategies, including social media campaigns, email marketing, and other outreach efforts, to attract top candidates.
• Ensure clear and consistent communication with potential candidates throughout the recruitment and selection journey, fostering an engaging and supportive experience.
• Collaborate with the Marketing and Communications team to create compelling content that highlights the impact of the Fellowship and aligns with TFB’s brand.

Youth Engagement and Pipeline Development (20%)

• Build and cultivate relationships with leading universities in Bangladesh and internationally (e.g., USA, UK, Malaysia, India) to raise awareness about educational inequity and TFB’s work.
• Engage with university students in their first, second, and third years to create a talent pipeline for the TFB Fellowship as an early cultivation strategy.
• Develop relationships with leading high schools and colleges to inspire and engage students in TFB’s mission, creating a future talent pool for the Fellowship.

Data-Driven Decision Making (10%)

• Track and analyze recruitment metrics to evaluate progress and inform strategic decisions.
• Monitor data trends and identify opportunities to improve recruitment campaigns, team performance, and candidate experience.

Stakeholder Engagement (10%)

• Cultivate thriving relationships with external stakeholders, including university careers centres and clubs, international networks, and media partners, to amplify TFB’s recruitment efforts.
• Work collaboratively across teams to align recruitment goals with TFB’s broader organizational strategy and programmatic priorities.

Team Leadership and Development (10%)

• Train and develop the recruitment team to ensure effective implementation of recruitment activities.
• Promote a culture of accountability, creativity, and continuous improvement within the team.

Key Skills and Competencies

• Leadership & Vision: Ability to inspire and lead a team toward ambitious goals in a fast-paced environment.
• Strategic Thinking: Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to design and execute effective recruitment and selection strategies.
• Relationship Building: Exceptional interpersonal skills to build relationships with diverse stakeholders and manage partnerships effectively.
• Data-Driven Approach: Proficiency in using data to guide decision-making and improve recruitment and selection practices.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and Bangla.
• Adaptability: Capacity to navigate uncertainty and adjust plans to achieve desired outcomes.

Basic Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university is required. A postgraduate degree in a related field is preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience, with demonstrated success in recruitment, marketing, or a related field.
• Experience managing teams and achieving measurable results.
• Familiarity with tools such as Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and recruitment management platforms.
• Alignment with Teach For Bangladesh’s mission, vision, and values.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary is competitive in the Bangladeshi context. Benefits include:

• Two festival bonuses per year.
• Medical insurance.
• 24 days of annual leave (accrued over a year) and 8 days of sick leave.
• Opportunities for training and travel (local and international).
• Professional development through the Teach For All global network.

As an organization, we strive to create an environment where team members thrive, continuously grow, and work towards creating lasting change for educational equity in Bangladesh.

How to Apply

Please complete this Application Form thoroughly.

Please note that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.