Assistant Director - Centre for Energy and Logistics (CEL) - Job ID : 1552889

BRAC University is looking for Assistant Director - Centre for Energy and Logistics (CEL)Job Description / ResponsibilityBRAC University (BRACU) follows a liberal arts approach to education, nurturing fresh ideas and bringing new impetus to tertiary education in Bangladesh. BRACU is accredited by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and approved by the Ministry of Education, Government of Bangladesh which has established itself as one of the leading private universities in Bangladesh. The university is playing an integral role in the development of skilled graduates for a knowledge-based economy. The Centre for Energy and Logistics (CEL) is a multidisciplinary centre of BRAC University dedicated to advancing research, education and policy engagement in the energy and logistics sectors. Through academic programmes, professional training. applied research and strategic partnerships with government, industry, and international institutions, CEL seeks to contribute to sustainable development and strengthen sectoral capacity in Bangladesh.The Centre is seeking a dynamic and competent professional to provide strategic, managerial, and operational leadership in advancing the Centre`s objectives.KEY RESPONSIBILTIESStrategic Operations: Assist the Director in implementing annual plans, managing day-to-day center operations and ensuring university compliance.Research & Project Management: Coordinate interdisciplinary projects, prepare grant proposals, monitor budgets and publish research outputs.Academic Programs: Support energy and logistics curriculum development and run executive education, workshops and student internships.Strategic Partnerships: Build key relationships with industry, government, and international partners, managing MOUs and collaborative agreements.Policy & Outreach: Lead policy dialogues, stakeholder consultations, and public engagement to disseminate research findings.Administration & Budgeting: Assist with budget planning, expenditure monitoring, procurement, and staff supervision.Communications & Branding: Oversee websites, newsletters, events, and social media to elevate the Center`s national and global profile.Resource Mobilisation & Development: Identify funding opportunities, develop grant proposals and partnership initiatives, and support resource mobilisation to advance CEL`s research and institutional priorities.Job Location: BRAC UniversityEducational RequirementsMaster`s degree in Energy, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, Economics, Public Policy, or a related discipline. PhD preferred.Experience RequirementsAt least 5 year(s)The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s):UniversityAdditional RequirementsMinimum 5 years of relevant professional or academic experience in research management, higher education, consulting, development or industry.Proven track record in project coordination, strategic planning, budgeting, administration and team leadership in multidisciplinary settings.Strong understanding of energy, logistics, sustainability or related policy issues; experience with government, industry or international entities is desirable.Skilled in proposal writing, grant management, and securing research funding.Strong ability to build strategic partnerships and collaborate across diverse, multicultural environments.Exceptional written and verbal English communication skills, alongside solid writing and quantitative abilities.Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and digital collaboration platforms.