Technical Officer (WASH)

Job Description

Title: Technical Officer (WASH)

Company Name: SAINT-Bangladesh

Vacancy: 1

Age: at most 45 years

Location: Barishal

Minimum Salary: Tk. 40000 (Monthly)

Experience:
∎ At least 2 years

Published: 9 Jan 2025

Education:
∎ Diploma / Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
∎ Diploma / Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.

Requirements:

Additional Requirements:
∎ Age at most 45 years
∎ Experience:
∎ Minimum of 02 years of relevant experience in development field, preferably in the context of climate change adaptation, disaster risk reduction, or urban resilience related fields.
∎ Experience working on climate change adaptation, WASH projects, or livelihood development programs is an asset.
∎ Skills:
∎ Strong knowledge of climate-resilient construction, WASH facilities, and community-based approaches.
∎ Hands-on computer (MS Office, PowerPoint) operating skills.
∎ Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
∎ Proficiency in Bengali; knowledge of English is an advantage.
∎ Personal Attributes:
∎ Excellent project management, communication, and leadership skills with a focus on inclusive and sustainable development.
∎ Commitment to social justice, gender equality, and the empowerment of marginalized communities.
∎ Flexibility, patience, and resilience in working in challenging environments.
∎ Experience:
∎ Minimum of 02 years of relevant experience in development field, preferably in the context of climate change adaptation, disaster risk reduction, or urban resilience related fields.
∎ Experience working on climate change adaptation, WASH projects, or livelihood development programs is an asset.
∎ Skills:
∎ Strong knowledge of climate-resilient construction, WASH facilities, and community-based approaches.
∎ Hands-on computer (MS Office, PowerPoint) operating skills.
∎ Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
∎ Proficiency in Bengali; knowledge of English is an advantage.
∎ Personal Attributes:
∎ Excellent project management, communication, and leadership skills with a focus on inclusive and sustainable development.
∎ Commitment to social justice, gender equality, and the empowerment of marginalized communities.
∎ Flexibility, patience, and resilience in working in challenging environments.

Responsibilities & Context:
∎ 1. Design and Planning:
∎ o Develop technical designs, BoQ and estimates for resilient housing and WASH infrastructure.
∎ o Ensure compliance with cyclone-resilient construction standards and gender-inclusive designs.
∎ o Conduct site surveys to identify suitable locations and assess technical requirements.
∎ 2. Supervision and Implementation:
∎ o Oversee on-site construction, ensuring adherence to timelines, quality standards, and safety protocols.
∎ o Coordinate with contractors, local workers, and stakeholders to ensure smooth execution of activities.
∎ o Provide technical inputs during the procurement process for construction materials and equipment.
∎ 3. Capacity Building:
∎ o Train community members and local laborers on resilient construction techniques and safety practices.
∎ o Conduct awareness sessions on maintaining infrastructure and sustainable practices.
∎ 4. Monitoring and Reporting:
∎ o Monitor the progress and quality of all infrastructure-related activities.
∎ o Prepare regular reports detailing project progress, challenges, and mitigation measures.
∎ o Address any technical issues promptly to avoid project delays.
∎ 5. Stakeholder Coordination:
∎ o Collaborate with community leaders, local government representatives, and partner organizations.
∎ o Advocate for the integration of climate-resilient practices in local development policies.
∎ Job Context:
∎ SAINT-Bangladesh is a value based independent, non-profit and Non-Government Organization (NGO), participating in survival strategies of coastal poor. It believes in integration of right based approach in striving for people centered sustainable development initiatives, maintaining a level of transparency, participation, accountability, child and gender sensitivity and respect to human rights and dignity principles in management. SAINT-Bangladesh is a project: “Advancing Gender-Responsive Climate Actions for Urban Resilience in Barishal City Corporation.” supported by “Climate Bridge Fund-CBF”, Co-funded by KfW (Kreditanstalt für Wiederaufbau). The project will be implemented in Barishal City from January 2025. Note that this requirement will depend on the availability of donor fund.
∎ Position Overview:
∎ The Technical Officer (WASH) will be responsible for overseeing all technical aspects of infrastructure-related activities under the project. The role entails designing, supervising, and ensuring the implementation of cyclone-resilient housing repairs and WASH facilities in alignment with project goals and compliance with national and international standards.
∎ The Technical Officer (WASH) will coordinate with field teams, community members, and local authorities to ensure the use of climate-resilient materials, inclusive designs, and cost-effective solutions. They will play a crucial role in conducting technical assessments, preparing detailed plans, and managing contractors or local laborers during construction phases.
∎ The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of climate change, disaster resilience, gender issues, strong leadership and communication skills, and a proven track record in project management. They will be committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of climate migrants and addressing the challenges they face in their slum communities. This role involves coordinating with stakeholders, design-drawing, planning, supervises of the constructions, ensuring compliance with CBF/KfW and SAINT-Bangladesh’s guidelines, and facilitating community engagement and capacity-building initiatives.
∎ Key Responsibilities:
∎ 1. Design and Planning:
∎ o Develop technical designs, BoQ and estimates for resilient housing and WASH infrastructure.
∎ o Ensure compliance with cyclone-resilient construction standards and gender-inclusive designs.
∎ o Conduct site surveys to identify suitable locations and assess technical requirements.
∎ 2. Supervision and Implementation:
∎ o Oversee on-site construction, ensuring adherence to timelines, quality standards, and safety protocols.
∎ o Coordinate with contractors, local workers, and stakeholders to ensure smooth execution of activities.
∎ o Provide technical inputs during the procurement process for construction materials and equipment.
∎ 3. Capacity Building:
∎ o Train community members and local laborers on resilient construction techniques and safety practices.
∎ o Conduct awareness sessions on maintaining infrastructure and sustainable practices.
∎ 4. Monitoring and Reporting:
∎ o Monitor the progress and quality of all infrastructure-related activities.
∎ o Prepare regular reports detailing project progress, challenges, and mitigation measures.
∎ o Address any technical issues promptly to avoid project delays.
∎ 5. Stakeholder Coordination:
∎ o Collaborate with community leaders, local government representatives, and partner organizations.
∎ o Advocate for the integration of climate-resilient practices in local development policies.

Skills & Expertise:

Employment Status: Full Time

Job Location: Barishal

Job Highlights:
∎ Duration: March 2025 to September 2026
∎ Reports To: Project Coordinator

Read Before Apply:

Persuasion will highly be discouraged. SAINT-Bangladesh is an equal opportunity employer. Female candidates are encouraged to apply. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. SAINT-Bangladesh will right authority on this requirement process recognize, withdraw and others.

SAINT-Bangladesh is committed to first do no harm to children or adult beneficiaries, to respect the rights of all beneficiaries, and to uphold the best interests of children as a primary consideration in all actions and decisions; accordingly all the recruits will go through specific checks and compliance procedures in accordance to its Child Safeguarding, PSEA Policy.

SAINT-Bangladesh has zero tolerance towards incidents of violence or abuse against children or adults, including sexual exploitation or abuse, committed either by employees or others affiliated with our work. SAINT-Bangladesh as Child Safe Organization discourages anyone to apply with prior record of conviction related to child neglect, abuse and exploitation.

Apply Procedure:

Hard Copy:
∎ Interested professionals are requested to submit their CV and Cover letter with signed, a sealed envelope, copies of all academic certificate, NID, passport size photo image, skill and experience certificates, Valid motor cycle driving license on or before 5:00 PM, 16 January 2025 to HR & Admin, SAINT-Bangladesh, Ohi Bhabon, C&B Road, Barishal-8200 .The Envelop or Subject must be marked with the title of the assignment.

Company Information:
∎ SAINT-Bangladesh
∎ Ohi Bhabon, C & B Road, Alekanda (In front of Thana Council), Barisal-8200
∎ SAINT-Bangladesh is a non-political, non-government and non-profit voluntary organization. SAINT-Bangladesh concerns its resources and think-tank to identifying the regional problems and providing sustainable solutions to those. SAINT-Bangladesh focus of the organization is establishing human right, Primary Health, Water & Sanitation, HIV/AIDS and experience on DRR & Rehabilitation from the deprived corners, specially for the Extreme & Excluded child, Woman, Men and disabilities. SAINT-Bangladesh presently working at Barisal and Khulna Division. Training of SAINT-Bangladesh is entailed of UN agencies and pre-qualified NGO of UNDP etc.

Address::
∎ Ohi Bhabon, C & B Road, Alekanda (In front of Thana Council), Barisal-8200
∎ SAINT-Bangladesh is a non-political, non-government and non-profit voluntary organization. SAINT-Bangladesh concerns its resources and think-tank to identifying the regional problems and providing sustainable solutions to those. SAINT-Bangladesh focus of the organization is establishing human right, Primary Health, Water & Sanitation, HIV/AIDS and experience on DRR & Rehabilitation from the deprived corners, specially for the Extreme & Excluded child, Woman, Men and disabilities. SAINT-Bangladesh presently working at Barisal and Khulna Division. Training of SAINT-Bangladesh is entailed of UN agencies and pre-qualified NGO of UNDP etc.

Application Deadline: 16 Jan 2025

Category: NGO/Development