DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS 14 November 2026-23:59-GMT+06:00 Bangladesh Standard Time (Dhaka) WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status or disability.
ABOUT WFP The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of extreme weather shocks.
At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP's values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves.
To learn more about WFP, visit our website: https://www.wfp.org and follow us on social media to keep up with our latest news: YouTube , LinkedIn , Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , TikTok .
WHY JOIN WFP? - WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate. - WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment. - WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities. - A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe. - We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement).
BACKGROUND : To provide electrical design, budgeting, new installation, maintenance and repair works of WFP infrastructures, generators or other means of electrical items including support in planning and organization of work in the workshop. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (not all-inclusive, nor exhaustive ): 1. Design electrical system, prepare drawings, Bill of Quantities (BoQ), project timeline and material schedules. 2. Provide hands-on technical support technician(s) and advice during implementation. 3.
Should apply best practices, standards and incorporating Bangladesh - specific technical requirements that comply with all national and international standards and processes. 4. Conduct/carry - out the required/necessary electrical test as applicable. 5. Evaluate systems and components by designing tests to check functionality, safety and reliability. 6. Prepare accurate and timely reports on outputs to facilitate informed decision-making consistent with design, drawings, and electrical installations. 7.
Diagnose errors in electrical assemblies and fix performance issues. 8. Shall have knowledge of renewable energy (solar system) and LPS system. 9. Shall have knowledge of preparation of Tender and contract documentations. 10. Provide technical guidance and training to the operators, cooperating partners, vendors etc. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: Education: Completion of University Degree (Bachelor's or equivalent) is required. Education in Electrical Engineering or in any relevant field is preferable.
Experience: At least 4 years of overall experience in Design, Installation and Monitoring of Electrical activities. Language: Fluency in spoken and written both in English and Bangla language. Job Title: Mechanics (Electrical Engineer), SC4, Cox's Bazar Grade: SC4 Type of contract: Service Contract Duration: 12 Months Duty Station: Cox's Bazar Number of positions: 01 This vacancy announcement is for Bangladeshi Nationals. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
WFP offers a competitive benefits package including salary, leave plus medical insurance.
All documents will be verified, and any discrepancies will lead to automatic disqualification DESIRABLE : - Managed or contributed to the management of small to medium scale electrical design and installations and taking responsibility for every electrical engineering decision-made during installations. - Knowledge and ability to read technical manuals and follow instructions/technical guidance required to maintain and repair means of electrical items. - Willingness to follow and update knowledge of new developments in the field. - Knowledge of power generation, transmission, distribution, and modern renewable energy integration. - Ability to work with electronic diagnostic equipment, digital manuals and reference materials. - Ability to identify electronic faults and provide efficient repair services. - Using computer-aided design tools like AutoCAD Electrical, Multisim, or LTSpice for drafting schematics. - Adhering strictly to local and international electrical codes and health regulations (such as IEC or ISO standards). - Ability of communicating clearly with multidisciplinary engineering teams, different units, Government, different stakeholders, technicians etc. - Ability to handle a large volume of work quickly and accurately under time constraints. - Ability to maintain accurate and precise records.
WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK WFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission. Click here to access WFP Leadership Framework REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION WFP is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process.
If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact: global.inclusion@wfp.org NO FEE DISCLAIMER The United Nations does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it. Furthermore, please note that emblems, logos, names and addresses are easily copied and reproduced.
Therefore, you are advised to apply particular care when submitting personal information on the web. REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION - All applications must be submitted exclusively through our online recruiting system.
We do not consider CVs or applications sent by email, LinkedIn, or any other channel. - We strongly recommend that your Workday profile is accurate and complete, and that all sections are filled in, including your employment history, academic qualifications, language skills, and UN grade (if applicable). Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application. - If you experience technical issues while submitting your application, you may contact us at global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org .
Please note that this email is only for technical issues with an application - unsolicited applications or documents sent to this inbox will not receive a reply . - At the application stage, the only required documents are your CV and Cover Letter. Additional documents (passport, certificates, recommendation letters, etc.) may be requested later in the process. - Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to proceed to the next stage of the recruitment process.
All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks.
No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.
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DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS 14 November 2026-23:59-GMT+06:00 Bangladesh Standard Time (Dhaka) WFP celebrates and embraces diversity. It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status or disability. ABOUT WFP The World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian organization saving lives in emergencies and using food assistance to build a pathway to peace, stability and prosperity, for people recovering from conflict, disasters and the impact of extreme weather shocks. At WFP, people are at the heart of everything we do and the vision of the future WFP workforce is one of diverse, committed, skilled, and high performing teams, selected on merit, operating in a healthy and inclusive work environment, living WFP's values (Integrity, Collaboration, Commitment, Humanity, and Inclusion) and working with partners to save and change the lives of those WFP serves. To learn more about WFP, visit our website: https://www.wfp.org and follow us on social media to keep up with our latest news: YouTube , LinkedIn , Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , TikTok . WHY JOIN WFP? - WFP is a 2020 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate. - WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse, and multicultural working environment. - WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of training, accreditation, coaching, mentorship, and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities. - A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across the various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe. - We offer an attractive compensation package (please refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this vacancy announcement). BACKGROUND : To provide electrical design, budgeting, new installation, maintenance and repair works of WFP infrastructures, generators or other means of electrical items including support in planning and organization of work in the workshop. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (not all-inclusive, nor exhaustive ): 1. Design electrical system, prepare drawings, Bill of Quantities (BoQ), project timeline and material schedules. 2. Provide hands-on technical support technician(s) and advice during implementation. 3. Should apply best practices, standards and incorporating Bangladesh - specific technical requirements that comply with all national and international standards and processes. 4. Conduct/carry - out the required/necessary electrical test as applicable. 5. Evaluate systems and components by designing tests to check functionality, safety and reliability. 6. Prepare accurate and timely reports on outputs to facilitate informed decision-making consistent with design, drawings, and electrical installations. 7. Diagnose errors in electrical assemblies and fix performance issues. 8. Shall have knowledge of renewable energy (solar system) and LPS system. 9. Shall have knowledge of preparation of Tender and contract documentations. 10. Provide technical guidance and training to the operators, cooperating partners, vendors etc. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: Education: Completion of University Degree (Bachelor's or equivalent) is required. Education in Electrical Engineering or in any relevant field is preferable. Experience: At least 4 years of overall experience in Design, Installation and Monitoring of Electrical activities. Language: Fluency in spoken and written both in English and Bangla language. Job Title: Mechanics (Electrical Engineer), SC4, Cox's Bazar Grade: SC4 Type of contract: Service Contract Duration: 12 Months Duty Station: Cox's Bazar Number of positions: 01 This vacancy announcement is for Bangladeshi Nationals. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. WFP offers a competitive benefits package including salary, leave plus medical insurance. All documents will be verified, and any discrepancies will lead to automatic disqualification DESIRABLE : - Managed or contributed to the management of small to medium scale electrical design and installations and taking responsibility for every electrical engineering decision-made during installations. - Knowledge and ability to read technical manuals and follow instructions/technical guidance required to maintain and repair means of electrical items. - Willingness to follow and update knowledge of new developments in the field. - Knowledge of power generation, transmission, distribution, and modern renewable energy integration. - Ability to work with electronic diagnostic equipment, digital manuals and reference materials. - Ability to identify electronic faults and provide efficient repair services. - Using computer-aided design tools like AutoCAD Electrical, Multisim, or LTSpice for drafting schematics. - Adhering strictly to local and international electrical codes and health regulations (such as IEC or ISO standards). - Ability of communicating clearly with multidisciplinary engineering teams, different units, Government, different stakeholders, technicians etc. - Ability to handle a large volume of work quickly and accurately under time constraints. - Ability to maintain accurate and precise records. WFP LEADERSHIP FRAMEWORK WFP Leadership Framework guides to the common standards of behavior that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission. Click here to access WFP Leadership Framework REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION WFP is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities by providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact: global.inclusion@wfp.org NO FEE DISCLAIMER The United Nations does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it. Furthermore, please note that emblems, logos, names and addresses are easily copied and reproduced. Therefore, you are advised to apply particular care when submitting personal information on the web. REMINDERS BEFORE YOU SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION - All applications must be submitted exclusively through our online recruiting system. We do not consider CVs or applications sent by email, LinkedIn, or any other channel. - We strongly recommend that your Workday profile is accurate and complete, and that all sections are filled in, including your employment history, academic qualifications, language skills, and UN grade (if applicable). Once your profile is completed, please apply, and submit your application. - If you experience technical issues while submitting your application, you may contact us at global.hrerecruitment@wfp.org . Please note that this email is only for technical issues with an application - unsolicited applications or documents sent to this inbox will not receive a reply . - At the application stage, the only required documents are your CV and Cover Letter. Additional documents (passport, certificates, recommendation letters, etc.) may be requested later in the process. - Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to proceed to the next stage of the recruitment process. All employment decisions are made on the basis of organizational needs, job requirements, merit, and individual qualifications. WFP is committed to providing an inclusive work environment free of sexual exploitation and abuse, all forms of discrimination, any kind of harassment, sexual harassment, and abuse of authority. Therefore, all selected candidates will undergo rigorous reference and background checks. No appointment under any kind of contract will be offered to members of the UN Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions (ACABQ), International Civil Service Commission (ICSC), FAO Finance Committee, WFP External Auditor, WFP Audit Committee, Joint Inspection Unit (JIU) and other similar bodies within the United Nations system with oversight responsibilities over WFP, both during their service and within three years of ceasing that service.