Humanity & Inclusion Seeks Executive Assistant to Regional Director in South Asia – Senior Humanitarian Role Open Until 30 July 2026

Humanity & Inclusion (HI) is inviting applications for the position of EARD (Executive Assistant to the Regional Director) to support its South Asia Regional Programme covering Bangladesh, India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. This senior-level opportunity is open to qualified candidates and offers professionals with humanitarian leadership, coordination, and programme management experience the chance to contribute to disability inclusion and emergency response initiatives across the region.

Applications close on 30 July 2026.

About Humanity & Inclusion

Humanity & Inclusion, formerly known as Handicap International Federation, is an independent and impartial humanitarian organization founded in 1982. The organization works in more than 60 countries, supporting vulnerable populations, improving living conditions, protecting dignity, and promoting fundamental rights.

HI responds to humanitarian emergencies, supports disability inclusion, reduces risks from armed violence, and works with communities to create sustainable development solutions.

The South Asia Regional Programme is seeking an experienced professional to provide strategic and operational support to the Regional Director.

Position Overview

The Executive Assistant to the Regional Director (EARD) will play a central role in strengthening programme coordination, monitoring organizational strategies, supporting emergency preparedness, and improving operational effectiveness.

The position is categorized as an expert-level senior role and will operate from one of three locations depending on the candidate’s nationality:

• Dhaka, Bangladesh
• Kathmandu, Nepal
• Noida, India

The contract duration is one year from the joining date.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Monitoring and Organizational Support

The Executive Assistant will support implementation of HI strategies and policies by:

• Monitoring compliance with organizational policies
• Supporting internal control systems and reporting mechanisms
• Identifying operational challenges and recommending solutions
• Supporting investigations related to safeguarding, fraud, abuse, and misconduct when required
• Maintaining dashboards and monitoring tools
• Supporting the Regional Director with situation reports and strategic updates

Capacity Building and Staff Development

The role will contribute to strengthening leadership and operational capacity across HI programmes.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting project management and operational capacity development
• Identifying training needs among teams
• Contributing to training development and facilitation
• Mentoring senior operational staff
• Supporting recruitment and performance reviews of senior positions
• Promoting organizational culture, learning, and knowledge sharing

Emergency Preparedness and Humanitarian Response

A major component of the role involves strengthening regional emergency readiness.

The successful candidate will:

• Lead implementation of regional emergency preparedness action plans
• Support country teams during emergency responses
• Maintain humanitarian early warning systems
• Monitor minimum preparedness measures
• Improve emergency response frameworks and partnerships
• Coordinate information sharing with headquarters teams
• Provide temporary emergency operational leadership when required

Regional Coordination and Representation

The EARD will work closely with the Regional Director and internal stakeholders to improve communication and coordination.

Key duties include:

• Supporting implementation of HI’s operational strategy
• Supporting the planned South Asia and Southeast Asia programme merger process
• Developing regional knowledge products such as:
  • Fact sheets
  • Infographics
  • Videos
  • Position papers
  • Learning documents
• Organizing coordination meetings and regional workshops
• Representing the regional programme during meetings when requested

Short-Term Management Responsibilities

The successful candidate may also:

• Act as interim Country Manager during leadership gaps
• Represent the Regional Director when delegated
• Manage confidential information appropriately
• Provide operational support during critical periods

Required Qualifications and Experience

Candidates should ideally have:

• A Master’s degree or equivalent in:
  • Social sciences
  • International relations
  • Politics
  • Economics
  • Engineering
  • Related fields

Professional requirements include:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar senior role
• Demonstrated fundraising experience
• Previous experience with international humanitarian organizations or global companies
• Understanding of humanitarian principles and disability inclusion
• Knowledge of emergency response and development programming
• Experience in risk management, donor relations, and programme strategy

Essential Skills

Applicants should demonstrate:

• Excellent written and spoken English communication skills
• Strong decision-making abilities
• Ability to work collaboratively in international teams
• Knowledge of digital collaboration tools
• Emergency preparedness and monitoring skills
• Ability to handle ethical challenges and sensitive situations

Personal Competencies

Humanity & Inclusion is looking for professionals who demonstrate:

• Strong ethical values
• Leadership and accountability
• Diplomacy and collaboration
• Resilience in complex environments
• Ability to inspire and support teams
• Adaptability and problem-solving skills
• Initiative and strategic thinking

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit:

• Motivation letter
• Updated CV
• Two professional referees, including:
  • Current line manager
  • Contact telephone numbers
  • Email addresses

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Position Details

Job Title: Executive Assistant to the Regional Director (EARD)
Organization: Humanity & Inclusion
Location: Dhaka / Kathmandu / Noida
Contract: Fixed-term, one year
Career Area: Donor Relations / Grants Management / Humanitarian Leadership
Experience Required: 5–9 years
Application Deadline: 30 July 2026

This opportunity is ideal for humanitarian professionals seeking a senior coordination role involving regional strategy, emergency response, operational leadership, fundraising support, and organizational development within an internationally recognized NGO.

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