WASH Team Leader

Job Description

Title: WASH Team Leader

Company Name: Terre des hommes

Vacancy: 1

Age: At least 22 years

Job Location: Cox`s Bazar (Teknaf)

Salary: Tk. 84600 (Monthly)

Experience:

Published: 2026-10-07

Application Deadline: 2026-10-13

Education:

Requirements:

Skills Required:

Additional Requirements:

• Age At least 22 years

Education:

• Minimum Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with 2–3 years of relevant work experience.

  OR

• Diploma in Civil Engineering with 4–6 years of relevant work experience. 

Experience and Skills:

• 3–5 years of relevant professional experience.

• Experience in the construction of rural community infrastructure, including WASH, Solid Waste Management (SWM), Desalination Plant (DSP), and Faecal Sludge Management (FSM) Plant.

• Good understanding of the Rohingya camp context.

• Ability to work effectively under pressure.

• Demonstrated ability to supervise and support WASH field teams to ensure quality implementation of project activities.

• Strong facilitation, analytical, negotiation, coordination, communication, and management skills.

• Sound knowledge of rural and Rohingya WASH infrastructure.

• Good understanding of Rohingya camp operations and context.

• Ability to work effectively under pressure.

• Experience in survey, data collection, and IT applications.

• Excellent writing and reporting skills.

• Experience in community conflict management.Ability and willingness to work in a team.

• Experience of working in multicultural environments is an advantage.

• Hard-working, sincere, responsible, committed, intelligent, and prompt.

Mandatory written and spoken languages:

• Local language (Bangla) – preferred.

• English – preferred.

Languages appreciated:

• Communication in Chittagonian would be an asset.

IT Knowledge:

• Microsoft Office package

• AutoCAD Drawing and Bill of Quantity (BoQ) Preparation

Implementation and Reporting

• Implement WASH project interventions in accordance with approved project documents, work plans, budgets, technical standards, and sector guidelines.

• Design, implement, monitor, and supervise WASH infrastructure, including emergency structures, barrel composting, solid waste drying beds, incinerators, drains, garbage bins, latrines, bathing cubicles, and other WASH facilities.

• Prepare AutoCAD drawings, technical designs, Bills of Quantities (BoQ), and supervise construction and rehabilitation works.

• Plan and oversee the distribution of hygiene kits and support the procurement of WASH non-food items (NFIs).

• Develop and distribute Information, Education and Communication (IEC) materials to support hygiene promotion and awareness.

• Monitor project implementation and prepare regular technical, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and sector reports.

• Maintain project records, stock registers, and meeting minutes.

• Participate in technical meetings, training sessions, and orientations within Tdh and the WASH Sector.

Coordination and Support

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with WASH team members, Tdh departments, government authorities, partners, community leaders, and other stakeholders.

• Coordinate with plastic waste recycling partners and scrap dealers for plastic waste management.

• Participate in WASH sector coordination meetings and liaise with relevant government authorities and partners as requested by the line manager.

• Provide regular updates to the line manager on project implementation, progress, challenges, and support needs.

Data Collection and Assessment

• Collect qualitative and quantitative data on WASH activities, including solid waste management, faecal sludge management plant operations, hygiene conditions, and community-based interventions.

• Conduct technical assessments and monitor WASH facilities to ensure compliance with technical standards and project requirements.

• Maintain and update technical and monitoring data to support programme implementation and reporting.

Project Support and Coordination

• Supervise WASH Infrastructure Assistants, volunteers, daily workers, and other field staff to ensure quality and timely implementation of activities.

• Provide technical guidance and supervision to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, sustainability, and compliance with technical standards.

• Prepare technical specifications and supervise construction, renovation, decommissioning, disinfection, operation, and maintenance of WASH facilities.

• Support project planning by preparing work plans, prioritizing activities, and ensuring effective implementation of field operations.

Documentation and Communication

• Prepare and submit technical reports and implementation updates on a regular basis.

• Maintain organized documentation of project activities, technical records, stock registers, and meeting minutes.

• Communicate regularly with the WASH Programme Manager on implementation progress, operational challenges, and technical support requirements.

Security and Child Safety

• Ensure staff visibility and the availability of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) during field activities.

• Perform additional responsibilities assigned by the line manager as required.

The tasks and responsibilities defined in this job description are not exhaustive and can evolve depending on the project needs.