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IOM is looking for a National Project Officer according to the Terms of Reference below. Interested
applicants are invited to apply by 01.05.2019 at the latest, referring to the vacancy notice ref. code on the
e-mail subject header.
OPEN TO INTERNAL & EXTERNAL CANDIDATES
Reference
Code: SVN-41/2019/S - BD1 Position Title: National Project Officer
Duty Station: Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh Estimated Starting
Date: As soon as possible
Classification: NO-A/01 (UN Salary Scale) Type of Appointment:
Special Short Term
(Initially 3 Months with
possibility of extension)
Division/Unit: WASH
General Functions:
Under the overall supervision of the WASH Programme manager and direct supervision of National
Programme Officer (WASH), the successful candidate will be responsible and accountable for overseeing
Water Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) infrastructure construction, technical guidance to field engineers
and implementing partners (IP) and identifying potential vendors to carry out IOM construction works in
Cox’s Bazar district. This position will mostly focus on the operation, maintenance and management of a
water supply network serving approximately 30,000 beneficiaries including monitoring of residual chlorine
and faecal coliform. This position is based in Ukhiya and requires extensive field movement.
The incumbent will be assigned to inter alia, the following tasks:
1. Oversee the daily operation and maintenance of the water supply network, to ensure that the system is
running as per all relevant guidance and standards. Analyse performance and provide technical designs
for any maintenance or upgrades as required.
2. Supervise technicians, partners and volunteers working on all aspects of the system operation. Also
provide technical guidance to help develop their capacities.
3. Support in developing and implementing a monitoring and evaluation mechanism for the system, as
well as provide timely reporting on the system functionality and related activities, as needed.
4. Provide technical support to develop WASH strategies and methodologies for the implementation of the
Project activities in close coordination with the NPO;
5. Assist NPO in developing plan of action to facilitate timely and successful implementation of WASH
activities in the project area according to IOM Standard Operating Procedures.
6. Support the identification of implementing partners, service provider/vendor and support NPO and
Resource Management Unit for necessary financial and contractual issues.
7. In coordination with CiC and camp focal agency, promote participation of beneficiary communities in
the programme implementation and their commitment for future maintenance.
8. Interpret WASH related data, specifically regarding water quality surveillance as appropriate.
9. Lead regular field visits to project sites for monitoring progress of activities, verify quality of work and
provide regular feedback to the service providers/vendors as required and advice for corrective
measures to field engineers and IP.
10. Maintain effective collaboration with DHPE at upazila level, Local administration, CiC and other relevant
stakeholders to achieve programme objectives.

IOM is an equal opportunity employer and women are encouraged to apply.
IOM Offices and vehicles have smoke-free work environment.
IOM is an equal opportunity employer and women are encouraged to apply.
IOM Offices and vehicles have smoke-free work environment.
11. Update the project achievement database, capture GPS coordinates and photographs at completion
stage, prepare and settle bills for each contract in coordination with procurement/finance unit.
12. Ensure that project technical records are prepared and maintained as per IOM and Government of
Bangladesh guidelines.
13. Participate in regular coordination meetings of the government, WASH sector and IOM as required.
14. Perform such other duties that may be assigned by the Programme Manager.

Education, Experience and Skills:
• Completed university degree in Civil Engineering, environmental science; or
• Any other degree in relevant field from an accredited academic institution with at least two years’
experience in managing medium to large scale WASH intervention and community-based projects and
working with local communities including corporations and other national entities.
• Working experience on project management with international humanitarian organizations, non-
government organizations in a multi-cultural setting is an advantage
• Team-work oriented, capacity to work independently; personal commitment, efficiency, flexibility,
experience in working effectively and harmoniously with colleagues from varied cultures and
professional backgrounds at all levels
• Demonstrated ability to work well under pressure to meet deadlines
• Strong coordination, monitoring and evaluation, analytical, project development, liaison and reporting
skills;
• Excellent drafting and communication skills in Bangla and English is essential.
Method of Application:
Candidates with the required qualifications can apply through email by mentioning the reference code
SVN-41/2019/S-BD1; National Project Officer in the subject line to: [email protected]; with the
following documents:
(i) Application Letter/Cover Letter
(ii) Curriculum Vitae
(iii) Personal History Form (PHF) which can be downloaded from the IOM Dhaka website:
https://bangladesh.iom.int
(iv) Scan copy of Photo
APPLICATION WITHOUT PROPER REFERENCE CODE MENTIONED ABOVE WILL BE DISREGARDED
Please ensure that your application is complete with the above-mentioned documents. As incomplete
applications generate an immense administrative burden for our organization. As a rule, candidates who
have not properly submitted their application with required documents will be excluded from
consideration.
Any attempt for persuasion will be considered as a disqualification
ONLY SHORT-LISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CALLED FOR ASSESSMENT
Note for internal candidates:
with refer to IN233 and Clause 7.5 of IOM Recruitment Policy:
Staff members selected for a VN/SVN in his or her same category at one grade higher than his or her personal
grade shall be appointed at the advertised grade. A staff member selected for a VN/SVN to a position which is
two grades higher than the staff member’s current grade, will be appointed at the interim grade, and six
months later at the higher grade.