Procurement Officer

Job Description

Title: Procurement Officer

Company Name: Center for Natural Resource Studies (CNRS)

Vacancy: 1

Age: Na

Job Location: Habiganj (Madhabpur)

Salary: Tk. 73853 (Monthly)

Experience:

• 3 to 5 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): NGO

• Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Civil Engineering

Minimum Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering from any reputed public or private university.

• 3 to 5 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): NGO

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in relevant experience. Candidates with a having experience in WASH infrastructure design and supervision, preferably in Cox’s Bazar Rohingya context with donors like WFP, FAO and UNHCR will get preference

• The candidate must have to skilled in AutoCAD Drawing

• The candidate must have to familiar with WFP standards Design & BoQ template

• Familiarity with WFP infrastructure and hygiene standards

• Proficiency in MS Excel, MS Office, and water quality testing tools

• Strong understanding of environmental safeguards and inclusive design principles

• Fluency in Bangla; working knowledge of English preferred

• Willingness to travel daily to multiple school sites

• Technical precision and quality assurance

• Problem-solving and responsiveness in field conditions

• Stakeholder coordination and community engagement

• Commitment to CNRS’s values of inclusion, transparency, and accountability

• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines

• Having non-discriminatory and gender-sensitive perceptions along with safeguarding

• To protect children in connection.

Expected Joining: December 2025
Duration: Till December 2026 with High Possibility of Extension

Project Brief: World Food Programme assisted school feeding programme, funding through United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) McGovern-Dole FY24 award aims to improve child nutrition, education, and health outcomes in Bangladesh . The programme will be implemented for five years, from October 2024 to September 2029. The programme will directly support 31,936 pre-primary and primary school children in 149 Government Primary Schools in Madhabpur upazila of Habiganj district, while providing technical assistance in Ukhiya and Kutubdia upazilas of Cox’s Bazar district to continue the best practices achieved under USDA McGovern-Dole FY17 and FY20. The Programme also will provide capacity-strengthening support to the Government for upcoming Government Primary School Feeding Programme. The key activities under the programme include providing nutritious school meals, developing instructional materials, strengthening education system capacities, building and rehabilitating WASH facilities, supporting nutrition education, establishing school gardens, enhancing smallholder farmer production and market access, and enabling national and sub-national governance structures. The Programme will be implemented in collaboration with key partners, including CNRS, RtR, and FAO, to ensure sustainability, evidence generation, and effective coordination across sectors.

Under the guidance of WFP, CNRS will ensure food distribution, improved Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) facilities, and health education in targeted schools. CNRS will also focuses on capacity building, community engagement, and promoting sustainable practices.

Part I: Job Statement

CNRS, in partnership with WFP, is implementing the McGovern-Dole International Food for Education and Child Nutrition Program in Madhabpur Upazila, Habiganj District to improve child nutrition, school attendance, and learning outcomes. The program involves the regular distribution of fortified biscuits and fresh food items to targeted schools. The program includes infrastructure upgrades such as handwashing stations, water supply systems, and sanitation facilities to ensure safe food handling and promote hygiene practices in schools. The WASH Engineer plays a critical role in designing, supervising, and ensuring the quality of these interventions.

The WASH Engineer will lead the planning, design, and supervision of water, sanitation, and hygiene infrastructure under the School Feeding Program. The role ensures that all WASH components meet technical standards, environmental safeguards, and donor compliance requirements, while promoting safe and inclusive access for students and staff.

Part II: Job Responsibilities and Tasks

Key Responsibilities:

• AutoCAD drawing and Estimation of Improved Water Source, Sanitation system align with WFP standards design & BoQ template

• Design WASH infrastructure including handwashing stations, water supply systems, and sanitation units in alignment with WFP and CNRS standards

• Prepare technical drawings, BoQs, and specifications for school-level WASH facilities

• Supervise construction works to ensure quality, safety, and adherence to approved designs

• Conduct site assessments and feasibility studies for WASH installations

• Coordinate with contractors, school authorities, and community stakeholders during implementation

• Ensure integration of gender-sensitive and disability-inclusive design features

• Monitor water quality and sanitation safety standards at school sites

• Maintain detailed documentation including progress reports, inspection logs, and photographic evidence

• Support procurement and logistics teams in verifying delivery and use of WASH materials

• Contribute to donor reporting and audit readiness by providing technical inputs and compliance documentation

Key Deliverables:

• Approved technical designs and BoQs for WASH facilities

• Verified completion of WASH infrastructure as per timeline and standards

• Weekly site supervision reports with photos and quality assessments

• Water quality and sanitation safety checklists for each site

• Final handover documentation and contractor performance evaluations

Safeguarding and Ethics- The WASH Engineer is expected to uphold the organization’s safeguarding policies, ensuring the protection of children and vulnerable groups from any form of abuse, exploitation, or harm.