Surbana Jurong

Gender and Social Development Expert

Bangladesh · Work style not stated · Full time

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EmployerSurbana Jurong
LocationBangladesh
Work styleWork style not stated
Employment typeFull time
Employer posted7 Oct 2026

Work with a multidisciplinary team, lead the team and make a difference in seamless project delivery
Be part of a significant role and create impact for success of the ongoing project
‘Real Impact, made together’ – play a critical role in the built environment by uplifting lives, creating regenerative environments and advancing industries

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About SMEC

SMEC simplifies the complex. We unlock the potential of our people to look at infrastructure differently, creating better outcomes for the future.

We are committed to positively impact the people, the environment and the clients and communities we serve.

About the role

We are currently looking for Gender and Social Development Expertwho will lead and support integration of gender, social inclusion and vulnerability considerations in road safety civil works, ensuring compliance with Government of Bangladesh and World Bank Environmental and Social Standards, including preparation, implementation and monitoring of gender and social safeguard actions under the project

Key Responsibilities:

Integrate gender and social inclusion considerations into project planning and supervision.
Support preparation and implementation of Gender and Disability Action Plans and related social safeguards.
Monitor gender and social performance, reporting, and grievance support.
Assess gender and social risks related to safety improvements, land use, labour influx and access.
Provide inputs to ES instruments and supervision processes to address gender, disability and vulnerability considerations.

About You:

Master's degree in Anthropology/ Sociology/ Social welfare/ Development studies.
Preferably overall professional experience: 10 years
5 years of similar position experience in development partner financed projects like the World Bank, ADB or JICA.
Experience of assessment and analysis of gender and social development issues in infrastructure projects.

We value equity, diversity and inclusion and are committed to creating a work environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging and is empowered to do their best. We recognise the importance of a diverse and inclusive workplace to drive innovation and shared learning across our growing global network.

Join us and be part of a culture where we rise together, deliver excellence, and expand what’s possible. ‘Real impact, made together’ is at the core of everything we do, embracing diverse perspectives to drive meaningful impact and build a shared legacy.

How to apply

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To find out more about SMEC, please visit our website at: https://www.smec.com/

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All recruitment activities are coordinated through our Global Talent Acquisition team. At this time, this role does not require agency support. Please refrain from forwarding résumés directly to employees or hiring managers, as unsolicited submissions will not be accepted and no fees will be payable.

At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!

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