Social Development Foundation (SDF) Type: Autonomous organization under the Financial Institutions Division, Ministry of Finance, Government of Bangladesh Office Address: Bangladesh NGO Foundation Bhaban (9th Floor), F-20-D, Agargaon, Sher-e-Bangla Nagar, Dhaka-1207 Official Website: www.sdfbd.org Application Website: https://sdfbd.teletalk.com.bd Circular Type: Re-Recruitment Notice (পুনঃনিয়োগ বিজ্ঞপ্তি) Memo No.: এসডিএফ/বি-স্ট্রং/এইচআর/এইচকিউ/রিক্রুট/২০২৬/১৬৪৩ Published Date: 18 June 2026 Total Vacancies: 11 categories of posts
Overview
The Social Development Foundation (SDF), an autonomous body under the Financial Institutions Division of the Ministry of Finance, has published a recruitment circular for various positions under its World Bank-funded, government co-financed Bangladesh Sustainable Recovery, Emergency Preparedness and Response Project (B-STRONG). The 5-year project is being implemented in 10 districts of Chattogram and Sylhet divisions. SDF has been working since 2000 to reduce rural poverty through various development initiatives, and this circular invites eligible Bangladeshi citizens to apply online for project-based positions at the Head Office, Regional Office, and Cluster Office levels.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application starts | 25 June 2026, 10:00 AM |
| Online application deadline | 15 July 2026, 05:00 PM |
| SMS fee payment deadline | Within 72 hours of submission |
SDF Job Circular 2026 – Post-wise Vacancy List
| Sl. | Post Name | Office | Salary (Consolidated) | Age Limit | Minimum Qualification & Experience |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Specialist (Community Finance & Livelihood) | Head Office | 1,60,900/- Tk | Max 45 years | Master's degree in Commerce/Business Studies/Business Administration/Economics/Development Studies; 6 years' experience in livelihood-related work including 10 years in community finance & livelihood field |
| 2 | Regional Manager (Community Finance & Livelihood) | Regional Office | 99,000/- Tk | Max 42 years | Master's degree in Commerce/Business Studies/Business Administration/Economics/Development Studies; 4 years' livelihood experience + minimum 7 years total job experience in community finance & livelihood |
| 3 | Regional Manager (Finance & Accounts) | Regional Office | 99,000/- Tk | Max 42 years | Master's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration; 4 years' experience in development project accounts management + minimum 7 years total job experience in accounts |
| 4 | Regional Manager (Environment & Social) | Regional Office | 99,000/- Tk | Max 42 years | B.Sc Engineering (Civil/CE); 4 years' experience in construction, environment & social safety + minimum 7 years total job experience in environment & social safeguard and development work |
| 5 | Regional Manager – Team Leader (Appraisal & Monitoring) | Regional Office | 99,000/- Tk | Max 42 years | Master's degree in any discipline; 4 years' experience in monitoring & evaluation + minimum 7 years total job experience in related field |
| 6 | Assistant Regional Manager (Appraisal & Monitoring) | Regional Office | 83,300/- Tk | Max 42 years | Master's degree in any discipline; minimum 5 years' experience in monitoring & evaluation related work |
| 7 | Cluster Co-ordinator | Cluster Office | 60,900/- Tk | Max 40 years | Master's degree in any discipline; minimum 5 years' experience implementing project activities such as beneficiary identification, group formation & organization development, employment generation, credit activities, and livelihood development for extreme/hardcore poor and poverty-stricken communities |
| 8 | Cluster Facilitator (General) | Cluster Office | 49,600/- Tk | Max 40 years | Bachelor's degree in any discipline; preference given to candidates experienced in identifying hardcore poor/poverty-stricken people in villages and providing skill-development/capacity-building training to create employment |
| 9 | Cluster Facilitator (Environment & Social) | Cluster Office | 49,600/- Tk | Max 40 years | Minimum Diploma in Engineering (Civil)/B.Sc Engineering (CE); preference given to candidates experienced in construction, environment & social safeguard work |
| 10 | Cluster Facilitator (MIS & MIS) | Cluster Office | 49,600/- Tk | Max 40 years | Bachelor's degree in any discipline with Diploma in Computer & minimum 6 months' computer operation course completion; preference given to candidates with experience in email/MIS/software data entry work |
| 11 | Peon/Guard | — | 35,300/- Tk | Max 40 years | Minimum SSC pass; physical fitness required for Guard post; practical experience in office cleaning & maintenance preferred |
Total Post Categories: 11
Note: Detailed Terms of Reference (TOR) for each position is available on the official website www.sdfbd.org. Applicants should check post-specific eligibility carefully before applying.
Age Limit
Candidates' age must fall within the specified limit for each post as of 1 June 2026. The maximum age limit for all SDF staff positions (excluding B-STRONG project staff) is 57 years. Except for post Sl. 11, no relaxation in educational qualification will be granted at any stage of recruitment.
Eligibility Conditions (Key Points)
- All B-STRONG project staff and SDF's general staff are eligible to apply as per the stated terms.
- Candidates previously dismissed or terminated from SDF are not eligible to apply.
- No TA/DA will be provided for the written or oral examination.
- During the oral interview, candidates must submit original certificates, an attested photocopy of their application, all certified copies of certificates, a copy of the National ID card, and 2 copies of recent passport-size color photographs.
- SDF authorities reserve the right to cancel or amend the circular, and the recruitment decision of the authority will be considered final.
How to Apply for SDF Job Circular 2026
- Visit the official Teletalk application website: https://sdfbd.teletalk.com.bd
- Fill out the online application form (Application Form) accurately with personal, academic, and professional details.
- Upload a recent color photograph (300×300 pixels, maximum 100KB) and signature (300×80 pixels, maximum 60KB) in the designated spaces.
- Carefully check the Application Preview before final submission, as no corrections are allowed after submission.
- Upon successful submission, you'll receive a User ID; complete the application fee payment via Teletalk Pre-paid Mobile SMS within 72 hours.
- Download and print the Applicant's Copy with the User ID for future use, including at the time of the written and oral exam.
SMS Fee Payment Process
First SMS:
SDFBD<space>User ID → Send to 16222
Example: SDFBD ABCDEF
Second SMS:
SDFBD<space>Yes<space>PIN → Send to 16222
Example: SDFBD YES 12345678
Application Fee Structure
- Posts Sl. 1–6: Tk. 200 + Teletalk service charge (VAT included, non-refundable) = Total Tk. 223
- Posts Sl. 7–10: Tk. 150 + Teletalk service charge (VAT included, non-refundable) = Total Tk. 168
- Post Sl. 11: Tk. 50 + Teletalk service charge (VAT included, non-refundable) = Total Tk. 56
- For backward/quota category candidates (small ethnic minority, persons with disabilities, third gender): Tk. 50 + service charge = Total Tk. 56, applicable to relevant posts
All fees must be paid within 72 hours (maximum) of submission. Applications will not be accepted under any circumstances unless the fee is paid, even if the form is fully filled and submitted.
Required Documents at Interview/Verification
- Original certificates and academic mark sheets along with attested photocopies
- Printed copy of the online application form (Applicant's Copy)
- All certificates with self-attested photocopies
- National ID card photocopy
- 2 copies of recent passport-size color photographs
Important Instructions
- Online application is mandatory; no application will be accepted offline.
- No TA/DA will be provided to candidates for the written or oral examination.
- SDF authorities reserve the right to cancel, postpone, or amend the circular and recruitment process at any stage.
- If any information provided by a candidate is found false, fraudulent, or if any unfair means is used during the exam, the candidacy may be cancelled at any stage—before, during, or even after appointment—along with appropriate legal action.
- All updates regarding exam date, time, and other details will be published on www.sdfbd.org and notified via SMS to eligible candidates only.
- Candidates are strongly advised to complete registration well ahead of the deadline rather than waiting until the last moment.
Contact & Support
For application-related queries, call Teletalk at 121 or email alljobs.query@teletalk.com.bd, or contact via Teletalk's official Facebook page: facebook.com/alljobsbdTeletalk (mention Organization Name: SDF, Post Name, Applicant's User ID, and Contact Number in the subject line).
Quick Summary (At a Glance)
- Total Post Categories: 11
- Application Start: 25 June 2026
- Application Deadline: 15 July 2026
- Apply Online: sdfbd.teletalk.com.bd
- Salary Range: Tk. 35,300 – Tk. 1,60,900 (consolidated, varies by post)
- Project: Bangladesh Sustainable Recovery, Emergency Preparedness and Response Project (B-STRONG)
- Working Area: 10 districts in Chattogram & Sylhet divisions
Disclaimer: This article is based on the official SDF recruitment circular published on 18 June 2026. Applicants are strongly advised to verify all details, eligibility criteria, TOR, and deadlines directly from the official website (www.sdfbd.org) and Teletalk application portal (sdfbd.teletalk.com.bd) before applying.
