Executive Director

UDDIPAN, a partner organization of PKSF, registered with the Department of Social Services of the Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh (Registration No. Dha-01914), certified by the Microcredit Regulatory Authority (MRA Certificate No. 00123-00848-00003) and registered with the Registrar of Joint Stock Companies and Firms (Registration No. S-4243(345)/04) & NGO Affairs Bureau (Registration No: 286) invites applications from qualified Bangladeshi citizens for appointment to the position of Executive Director, subject to the following terms and conditions.

Job Purpose

• The Executive Director will provide visionary leadership, strategic direction and overall executive management of UDDIPAN, ensuring achievement of its Mission, Vision and strategic goals.

• The Executive Director will lead the organization`s development programs, microfinance/financial services, nationwide operations, institutional development and organizational transformation, ensuring sustainable growth, financial and operational sustainability, strong governance, accountability, transparency and measurable impact.

• The Executive Director will translate the organization`s strategic direction into a clear action plan, annual targets, measurable KPIs and effective execution, while building a capable, motivated and accountable leadership team.

Key Responsibilities

A. Strategic Leadership &Action Planning

• Provide visionary leadership and develop/implement Strategic and Annual Action Plans with clear targets, KPIs and measurable outcomes.

• Ensure effective execution, timely decision-making and achievement of organizational goals.

• Lead growth strategies, innovation and continuous improvement, challenging inefficient or outdated practices.

B. Operations & Program Leadership

• Oversee UDDIPAN’s nationwide Microfinance, Development Programs and support operations, ensuring efficiency, effectiveness, quality and accountability.

• Guide Program Heads and strengthen field-level supervision, coordination and performance.

• Undertake regular field visits to understand operational realities and ensure quality implementation and monitoring.

C. Microfinance & Financial Services

• Lead sustainable portfolio growth, financial inclusion and quality financial services.

• Strengthen microfinance operations, productivity, and service quality and portfolio management.

• Promote new products and services, particularly for underserved and rural communities.

D. Financial Management & Sustainability

• Ensure financial sustainability, sound budgeting, cost efficiency and effective resource utilization.

• Oversee financial performance, management reporting, MIS and audit responses.

• Strengthen operational efficiency, productivity, and long-term organizational sustainability.

E. People & Leadership Development

• Build a capable, motivated and accountable leadership team through effective recruitment, capacity building and performance management.

• Strengthen field-level leadership and develop a strong second-line leadership and succession pipeline.

• Promote a staff-friendly, performance-oriented, and ethical organizational culture.

F. Policies, Governance, Risk & Compliance

• Lead organization-wide policy and institutional reforms to ensure that UDDIPAN continuously evolves with changing economic, technological, regulatory and operational realities.

• Ensure strong governance, internal control, risk management, transparency and accountability.

• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations and requirements of relevant authorities and regulators.

• Maintain high standards of integrity, ethics and organizational accountability.

G. Resource Mobilization & Strategic Partnerships

• Lead fundraising and resource mobilization for sustainable organizational growth and development programs.

• Build strategic relationships with PKSF, banks, financial institutions, donors, government and development partners.

• Explore new partnerships, funding opportunities and institutional collaborations.

H. Digital Transformation & Innovation

• Promote practical use of MIS, digital tools, automation and responsible use of AI to optimize manual work, save time, improve productivity and support faster decision-making.

• Lead technology-enabled organizational improvement while ensuring practicality, affordability and sustainability.

I. Stakeholder & Board Relations

• Maintain effective relationships with the Boards, Government, regulators, donors, partners and other key stakeholders.

• Report regularly to the Board on organizational performance, financial position, risks and strategic progress.

• Represent UDDIPAN in important national and international forums.

Core Attributes

Integrity| Visionary Leadership | Strategic & Business Planning | Execution & Result Orientation | Microfinance & Operational Leadership | Financial & Risk Management | People Development | Governance & Accountability | Resource Optimization & Partnership | Change & Transformation Management