VSO is a not-for-profit organisation that promotes volunteering as a powerful and practical way to tackle poverty and inequality. Our purpose is to create lasting change through volunteering.
At VSO, we believe in bringing about change, not by sending aid, but by working with volunteers and partners to empower people in some of the worldโs poorest and most fragile regions. We know that people in developing countries have the desire, power, courage and determination to shape their own futures.
Through our Volunteering for Development (VfD) approach, we put the most marginalised people first. Grounded in years of evidence and learning, this approach develops active citizens who drive local community-led change and deliver sustainable development goals long after a project or grant ends.
Role Details Location:Bangladesh Salary:Not Specified Contract Type:Not Specified Contract Length:Not Specified Full Time:Not Specified Application Closing Date:Nov 14, 2025 00:00:00 Interview Date:Will be confirmed Start Date:December 2025 File Size: 148.55 KBs, File Type: pdf
Role Overview Summary
The National Volunteer โ BDS (Business Development Services) and Fund Mobilizing will accompany youth-led CSGs/networks (e.g., NYF and grassroots CSOs) in Bangladesh to strengthen their resource mobilisation and financial sustainability alongside entrepreneurship/BDS pathways. Through demand-driven coaching, mentoring and co-creation of simple tools, the role will help groups develop values-aligned fundraising and partnership strategies, access micro-grants/innovation funds, and build the systems needed to attract, manage, and account for resources that sustain youth-led actions on SRHR, climate/DRR, livelihoods, and inclusion under the ACTIVE Extension Project.
Ideal Applicant Summary
Skills & Experience
The ideal candidate will hold an academic background in social sciences, youth development, business, or education, and brings experience or strong interest in youth empowerment, entrepreneurship, civic engagement, and grassroots community mobilisation. Demonstrate excellent communication and collaboration skills, especially with youth and local stakeholders, and are familiar with BDS concepts and adolescent development. Note: This is a national volunteer role and is open to Bangladesh Nationals.
Competencies and Behaviour
At VSO we believe progress is only possible by working together. Whether you want to join us as an employee, or as a volunteer working in your own country, overseas or online, our selection process includes an assessment based on these core competencies:
โข Ability to be open minded and respectful
โข Ability to be resilient and adaptive to new situations
โข Ability to facilitate positive change and build sustainable working relationships
โข Ability to seek and share knowledge
Equal Opportunities: VSO promotes equal opportunities and values a diverse workforce.
VSO reserves the right to close this job early if we receive a sufficient number of applications.
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