Program Officer

Job Description

Title: Program Officer

Company Name: Pure Earth Bangladesh

Vacancy: --

Age: Na

Job Location: Dhaka (Lalmatia)

Salary: Tk. 120000 (Monthly)

Experience:

• 5 to 7 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): NGO, Development Agency

• Master of Social Science (MSS) in Public Health
• Master of Social Science (MSS) in Development Studies
• Master of Arts (MA) in Economics

• A Master`s degree in Environmental Engineering, Public Health, Development Studies, Policy, Economics, Business or a related field.

• 5 to 7 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): NGO, Development Agency

• 5-7 years of experience in project management, preferably in the field of environmental sustainability or public health or environmental issues.

• Excellent report writing and editing skills. Ability to write effectively for diverse audiences, including donors, and project partners.

• Ability to operate comfortably and effectively in diverse cultural environments and coordinate national as well an international team.

• Ability to develop and deliver on goals; identify priority activities and assignments; and problem-solving skills in adjusting plans and activities as necessary

• Experience with statistical software, excel, Microsoft office and ability to think and plan strategically and creatively.

• Ability to effectively represent Pure Earth as the interface with partners.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.

About Pure Earth

Pure Earth is a global leader in improving public health and development outcomes by reducing exposure to lead and other toxic pollutants. We work closely with governments to embed evidence based, sustainable solutions into public systems at the national scale. By translating data into action and pairing technical expertise with local partnerships, Pure Earth designs and delivers practical interventions that reduce pollution and poisoning risks, strengthen public response systems, and support long-term health and economic progress.

Our Mission

Pure Earth's mission is to protect human health and the environment in LMICs by preventing exposure to the most harmful toxic pollutants sustainably and at scale.

Our Vision

We envision a world where all, especially children, are able to live healthy lives and reach their full potential, free from exposure to toxic pollution.

Position Overview

The Program Officer will be part of Bangladesh team and will work closely in managing large grants that are operational in multiple settings. The ideal candidate will have coordinating role as well as with superb report writing skills, ability to work independently, be extremely detail oriented, and have experience in environmental, environmental health, international development, and/or pollution-related projects.

Scope Of Work

• The Program Officer will report to Bangladesh Country Director and work closely with other program and operational staff, providing programmatic and administrative support to large multi-year projects. Key responsibilities include but not limited to:
• Drafting and editing formal reports for donors; monthly and annual program reports; publicizing projects and results.
• Support the team in organizing national and local events/meetings, including developing concept notes, preparing schedules, drafting invitee lists, coordinating with vendors, and ensuring the successful execution of the events.
• Contribute to developing proposals and presentations, conduct desk reviews of funding opportunities, and identify avenues to engage with potential donors.
• Contribute to the preparation of different sector analytical reports, policy briefs on issues of national relevance as well as other dissemination materials that the organization is tasked to undertake.
• Facilitate effective coordination and joint planning between government agencies (MoEFCC, DGHS, Industry, DoE), battery industries, and implementing partners to achieve the objectives and results outlined in project documents
• Have good knowledge of budget preparation, program progress monitoring tools, and project implementation process.
• Facilitating training or orientation with relevant stakeholders on heavy metal or other environmental pollution issues

Work Supervision: The Program Officer will work under the supervision of Country Director.

Work Location: Office located in House: 3/3, Block E, Lalmatia, Dhaka, Bangladesh. Domestic travel is required for field visits per project needs.

• A 12-month (one-year) full-time consultant position, with a high possibility of annual renewal.