DAM Foundation for Economic Development (DFED)
Assistant Principal Officer (Admin) — Legal & Administrative Officer at DAM Foundation (DFED), Dhaka
Dhaka
Deadline: 2025-12-22
1 Positions
Job Overview
Company: DAM Foundation for Economic Development (DFED)
Location: Dhaka
Type: FullTime
Salary: Tk. 33300 (Monthly)
Posted: 2025-12-07
Experience: 0 Years
Education Requirements
Master of Law (LLM). Fresh law graduates are highly encouraged to apply.
Job Responsibilities
- Strong understanding of Court Procedure especially Negotiable Instruments (NI) Act, from filing to recovery.
- Monitor litigation and dispute resolution timelines and ensure timely filing of documents and appearances by external lawyers and organization representatives.
- Monitor employment related litigation and provide support as required.
- Prepare legal assessments on potential and ongoing litigation for practical and lawful recovery or results in favor of the organization.
- Maintain liaison and follow up activities and monitor performance of Panel Lawyers.
- Visit courts, tribunals, arbitration, govt. offices, law chambers, other organization offices and other places, if necessary for performance of tasks.
- Provide reports, as directed or requested.
- Provide legal support to staff or the organization, as instructed by supervisors.
- Stay updated on relevant laws, rules, and regulations affecting the organization.
- Any other task assigned by supervisors.
Required Skills
- Administration
- Labor Law
- Legal Affairs
- Spoken and written English and Bengali
- Excellent computer skills
- Sincerity and responsibility
- Honesty and integrity
- Modern system adaptability
- Creativity
- Report writing
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary Grade-7: Probation salary Tk. 33,300 per month
- After probation gross salary Tk. 41,030 per month
- Probation period 6 months
- Daily lunch allowance Tk. 200
Job Description
OverviewDAM Foundation for Economic Development (DFED) is seeking a motivated and dynamic individual for the position of Assistant Principal Officer (Admin) at its Head Office in Adabar, Dhaka. This job opportunity is ideal for fresh law graduates and early career legal professionals who want to work in a values-driven company environment. This circular invites qualified candidates to apply and become part of a reputable organization operating in Bangladesh.Why this job and company?This post offers hands-on experience in legal case management, litigation monitoring, and liaison with external panel lawyers.Work at DFED, a company engaged in Islamic Sariah Based Investment Program, located in Adabar, Dhaka.Competitive starting salary during probation with a clear increase after successful completion of probation.Key responsibilitiesStrong understanding of court procedure, especially the Negotiable Instruments (NI) Act, from filing to recovery.Monitor litigation and dispute resolution timelines; ensure timely filing of documents and appearances by external lawyers and organization representatives.Monitor employment-related litigation and provide support as required.Prepare legal assessments on potential and ongoing litigation for practical and lawful recovery.Maintain liaison and follow-up activities and monitor performance of panel lawyers.Visit courts, tribunals, arbitration venues, government offices, law chambers, and other relevant locations as necessary.Provide timely reports and legal support to staff and management as directed.Stay updated on relevant laws, rules, and regulations affecting the organization.Perform any other tasks or special assignments as given by supervisors.Required education and eligibilityMaster of Law (LLM). Fresh law graduates are highly encouraged to apply.Age: at most 32 years (as indicated in the job circular).Gender: Male and Female applicants are both eligible.Skills and attributesKnowledge in Administration, Labor Law and Legal Affairs.Good spoken and written skills in English and Bengali.Excellent computer literacy and modern system adaptability.Sincerity, responsibility, honesty and integrity.Ability to coordinate with external lawyers and government offices.Strong report-writing and assessment abilities.ExperienceFresh law graduates are welcome. Practical experience with court procedures, case filing, litigation follow-up or internships with law firms or legal departments will be an advantage.Compensation & benefitsSalary during probation (Grade-7): Tk. 33,300 per month.After successful completion of probation (6 months): Gross salary Tk. 41,030 per month.Other allowance: Daily lunch allowance Tk. 200.Workplace & locationHead Office: House-852, Road-13, Baitul Aman Housing Society, Adabar, Dhaka-1207, Bangladesh. This is an on-site position at the Dhaka head office.How to applyInterested candidates should apply in confidence. As per the circular, applications may be submitted in hard copy to:"The Chief Executive Officer (CEO), DAM Foundation for Economic Development (DFED), House-852, Road-13, Baitul Aman Housing Society, Adabar, Dhaka-1207."Candidates may also send their CV and supporting documents via email to dfed@ahsaniamission.org.bd or info@dfed.org.bd. Please write the name of the post "Assistant Principal Officer (Admin)" clearly on the envelope or in the email subject line.Required application materials:Cover letterUpdated CV with at least two refereesRecent passport-size photographCopies/scan of all academic certificatesScan of NIDExperience certificates (if any)Important notesOnly shortlisted candidates will be called for written and oral tests.Any candidate with prior disciplinary action or safeguarding issues should not apply.Women are encouraged to apply.Smokers are discouraged from applying.DeadlinePlease note the application deadline is 2025-12-22. Submit your application before this date to be considered under this job circular in Bangladesh.This description should help job seekers understand the role, expectations, and how to apply. If you meet the qualifications and wish to work with a respected company devoted to ethical and lawful practice, please prepare your documents and apply as instructed.