Project Officer

SAINT-Bangladesh is implementing the CLIMB Project to strengthen climate-resilient, inclusive, and gender-responsive WASH governance in vulnerable coastal communities. The project emphasizes civil society engagement, advocacy, social accountability, and improved WASH service delivery with a special focus on women and vulnerable groups.

The Civil Society Leadership in Mobilizing for Better WASH (CLIMB) Partnership Programme supported by WaterAid Bangladesh aims to strengthen climate-resilient, inclusive, and gender-responsive WASH governance in the climate-vulnerable coastal areas of Dashmina Upazila, Patuakhali. SAINT-Bangladesh is implementing the CLIMB Project to strengthen climate-resilient, inclusive, and gender-responsive WASH governance in coastal areas. The project emphasizes advocacy, social accountability, civil society engagement, and improved service delivery for vulnerable populations.

The project focuses on:

• Strengthening civil society capacity
• Promoting participatory governance and social accountability
• Evidence-based advocacy and policy influence
• Improving WASH and health outcomes, especially for women

The Project Officer – Program will support the implementation, coordination, and monitoring of field-level project activities. S/he will work closely with communities, civil society organizations (CSOs), local government institutions, and stakeholders to ensure effective delivery of program interventions related to WASH, climate resilience, advocacy, and social accountability.

• II. Key Roles and Responsibilities:
• Responsibility # 01: Program Implementation & Field Coordination (35%)
• Support implementation of project activities at union and community levels in line with approved plans.
• Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and weekly activity plans.
• Facilitate community meetings, awareness sessions, and advocacy events on WASH, climate resilience, and health.
• Work closely with Union WASH Committees, Ward Development Committees (WDC), and community groups.
• Ensure inclusion of women, adolescents, and vulnerable groups in all interventions.
• Responsibility # 02: Community Mobilization & Capacity Building (20%)
• Mobilize communities and strengthen participation in planning, monitoring, and accountability processes.
• Support formation and strengthening of community groups and civil society platforms.
• Facilitate training, orientation, and capacity-building sessions for volunteers, CBOs, and local stakeholders.
• Promote gender-responsive and inclusive approaches (GEDI) in all activities.
• Responsibility # 03: Stakeholder Coordination & Networking (15%)
• Maintain coordination with local government bodies (Union Parishad, Upazila Administration), DPHE, health service providers, NGOs, and CSOs.
• Participate in coordination meetings (UDCC, WASH coordination, health forums, etc.).
• Support constructive dialogue between communities and service providers to enhance accountability.
• Responsibility # 04: Supervise, Documentation & Reporting (15%)
• Maintain accurate records of activities, outputs, and beneficiary data.
• Assist in preparing monthly progress reports, case studies, and success stories.
• Ensure data quality and compliance with MEL and DQA standards.
• Document lessons learned, best practices, and innovative approaches.
• Responsibility # 05: Communication & Knowledge Management (10%)
• Support communication of project updates, success stories, and advocacy messages.
• Assist in organizing campaigns, media engagement, and awareness initiatives.
• Ensure proper information sharing among team members and stakeholders.
• Responsibility: 6 Administrative & Financial Support (5%)
• Support budget tracking and ensure cost-effective implementation of activities.
• Assist in logistical arrangements for meetings, training, and field visits.
• Maintain proper documentation of expenses and activity records.
• Responsibility # 7 Safety, Safeguarding, & Compliance
• As part of this role, the job holder will be expected to adhere to and support SAINT-Bangladesh’s safety and security-related policies and systems as part of their day-to-day duties and comply, at all times, with safety & security protocols and directives, including reporting. Staff must maintain situational and self–awareness and be aware of the safety – security-related consequences of their actions upon themselves, their team, and the organization.
• SAINT-Bangladesh is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behavior at work, including sexual harassment, exploitation, abuse, lack of integrity, and financial misconduct, and expects staff to promote the welfare of children, young people, and adults always. SAINT-Bangladesh expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our Code of Conduct. This is a high priority to ensure that only those who share and demonstrate this commitment are recruited to work with us.
• Ensure adherence to organizational safeguarding, child protection, and code of conduct policies.
• Promote a safe, respectful, and inclusive working environment.
• Report any safety, security, or safeguarding concerns following organizational procedures.
• Responsibilities # 8 : Coordination & Collaboration
• Coordinate with project team, government stakeholders, CSOs, and partners on MEAL-related activities.
• Participate in coordination meetings and share monitoring findings.
• Liaise with central MEAL unit and donor representatives as required.
• Effective implementation of field-level project activities
• Strengthened community participation and civil society engagement
• Improved awareness and practices on WASH, health, and climate resilience
• Quality data, documentation, and reporting

• At least 3 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): NGO

• Bachelor of Social Science (BSS)

• Bachelor’s degree in Development Studies, Public Health, Social Sciences, Environmental Science, or related field.

• Age At least 26 years

• Minimum 3 years of experience in development programs, preferably in WASH, health, or climate-related projects.

• Experience in community mobilization, training facilitation, and stakeholder coordination.

• 11.Competencies & Skills

• Strong communication skills in Bangla and English

• Good report writing and documentation skills

• Ability to work effectively with communities and diverse stakeholders

• Basic knowledge of digital data collection tools (KoBo/ODK preferred)

• Teamwork, problem-solving, and time management skills

• Facilitation and training skills

• 12. Technical Knowledge

• Basic understanding of WASH, public health, and climate resilience

• Knowledge of community engagement and social accountability approaches

• Understanding of Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI/GEDI)

• Honest, responsible, and committed

• Gender-sensitive and culturally respectful

• Willingness to travel frequently to field locations

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

• 14. Organizational Responsibilities

• Promote organizational values and policies

• Support staff development and performance management

• Ensure compliance with operational standards and procedures

• III. Reporting to:

• Project Manager

• IV. Working Conditions:

• Field-based position with regular travel within the Upazila

• Close interaction with communities, local government, and stakeholders

• As per organizational policy and donor budget allocation