ICDDRB: Administrative Assistant with Dhaka Hospital of Clinical and Diagnostic Services under the Office of Executive Director (Internal#45/2026)

The International Centre for Diarrhoeal Disease Research, Bangladesh is seeking an Administrative Assistant for its Dhaka Hospital. The role involves managing administrative and logistical functions, coordinating with various departments, and ensuring efficient operations. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of relevant experience. The position is full-time, based in Dhaka, and offers a fixed-term contract with a competitive salary and benefits.
Posted on : April 07, 2026 Application deadline : April 12, 2026


Administrative Assistant with Dhaka Hospital of Clinical and Diagnostic Services under the Office of Executive Director (Internal#45/2026)


icddr,b is a Bangladesh-based international health research institute committed to addressing key public health challenges through high-quality research and innovation.


Dhaka Hospital was established to address the urgent need to treat severe diarrhoeal diseases, especially in children. It has since grown into a nationally important centre, treating over 200,000 patients annually, supporting diverse clinical research, and playing a key role in disease surveillance, antimicrobial resistance monitoring, and clinical training, with a strong focus on diarrhoeal and respiratory care for infants and children.


Position Description
The position holder will coordinate and manage administrative and logistical functions of icddr,b Dhaka Hospital operations, ensuring efficient support in line with organizational values and guidelines. The major areas of responsibility include:


Manage duty rosters and verify attendance (Kronos system)


Coordinate with Finance, HR, Procurement, and other departments


Process requisitions, maintain records, and arrange transport/logistics


Handle petty cash, bills, vouchers, and ensure timely reimbursements


Maintain inventory, assets, and pool equipment


Support teamwork, collaboration, and diversity initiatives


Required qualifications and experience:


Bachelor’s Degree


Minimum 3 years’ administrative experience, preferably in hospital or multinational settings.


Location: Mohakhali, Dhaka


Number of Positions: 01


Contract Type and duration:
Fixed -Term; duration will be 02 Years with a possibility of extension subject to availability of funds and performance.


Salary & benefits:
Annual salary of Taka 6,03,200/- inclusive of house rent, conveyance allowances and other admissible benefits including provident fund contribution, income tax paid by icddr,b, children allowance, festival bonus, contributory healthcare support, group life insurance, and subsidized canteen. Transport and daycare facilities are subject to space availability.


Notes of attention:


Only short-listed candidates shall be invited for written tests /interviews.


icddr,b does not charge any fee for the recruitment process.


Interested candidates who fulfill the requirements should submit online applications using icddr,b website: career.icddrb.org by April 12, 2026.