Assistant Project Officer

Job Description

Title: Assistant Project Officer

Company Name: Trinamul-Unnayan-Sangstha

Vacancy: 1

Age: At most 35 years

Job Location: Khagrachhari (Dighinala, Khagrachhari Sadar)

Salary: Negotiable

Experience:

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

• Bachelor/Honors

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

• Age At most 35 years

• Strong project management, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in English and Bengali as well as communicable in local languages.
• Ability to work in challenging post-flood environments.
• Must be willing and physically able to work in and travel frequently to difficult geographical and cultural environments.
• Prior experience working in the CHT in a similar field would be an added advantage for such candidates.
• Owning a valid driving license of a motorcycle with the ability to travel remotely in CHT.
• Working knowledge of operating computers, especially with Windows operating system, MS Office, internet web browsing etc.
• Previous work experience with TUS is considered as special competency.

Trinamul Unnayan Sangstha (TUS), a local NGO in Khagrachari, invites applications from permanent residents of the CHT for the following position below, under the Flood Emergency Response in Bangladesh (FERB) for 4 months project supported by HEKS/EPER, Switzerland. The project will implement at Khagrachari sadar (Kamalchari and Golabari Union) and Dighinala (Kabakhali and Merung Union) Upazilas in Khagrachari Hill District.

The Assistant Project Officer will be responsible for;

• Work under close guidance/supervision of the Program Manager.

• Assist to PO to develop work plans for WASH, Community Infrastructure, Shelter and Livelihoods interventions.

• Support the coordination of field activities related to WASH infrastructure repair, installation, and hygiene promotion.

• Engage with community members, local leaders, and stakeholders to facilitate smooth project execution.

• Conduct awareness sessions and training on safe water use, sanitation practices, and hygiene behaviors.

• Ensure community feedback is collected and addressed appropriately.

• Assist in data collection, monitoring, and evaluation of project activities to track progress.

• Prepare and submit regular reports detailing project activities, challenges, and achievements.

• Maintain accurate records and documentation of all project-related activities.

• Collaborate with local government offices, NGOs, and relevant stakeholders to ensure alignment and avoid duplication of efforts.

• Arrange meetings, workshops, and field visits.

• Provide logistical support during project events and field activities.

• Ensure project activities comply with organizational policies and donor guidelines.

• Promote accountability, transparency, and participation within the project scope.

• Utilizing at least 80 % of working time for the field visits/field activities monitoring.

• All related reports, evaluations, and field observation reports with recommendations to management are produced on time and as required.

• Monitor the monthly progress of delivery and achievements in the assigned areas.

• Prepare event reports, progress report in monthly, quarterly basis as per PIP and submit to the Project Officer.

• Prepare success stories/case study, annual report and submit to the Project Officer.