Join Us at Plan International Bangladesh: Make a Lasting Impact!

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. We believe in the power and potential of every child. But this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. And its girls who are most affected and mostly during crisis. Working together with children, young people, our supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children. For over 85 years, we have rallied other determined optimists to transform the lives of all children in more than 80 countries.

Over the 30 years journey in Bangladesh, we envision a 2030 where children and youth, particularly girls and young women, are recognized as leaders of change in gender norms and can make decisions about their lives.

Since 24 September 2017, Plan International has been responding to the Rohingya refugee influx in Cox’s Bazar with special focus on protecting girls and boys from violence, abuse, neglect, and exploitation; improving hygiene and sanitation; and restoring access to safe, quality, and inclusive education for refugee children and adolescents. Guided by our core values, we remain unwavering in our commitment to advancing children’s rights and equality for girls so that children, especially girls, and their communities can learn, lead, decide, and thrive.

For the past three decades, our work in Bangladesh has made a significant impact, and we are now looking for a Team Leader

The Role

The Team Leader will provide overall strategic, technical and operational leadership for the “Consultancy Service for Community Mobilization and Capacity Development on WASH” under the DPHE–World Bank supported project-Host and Rohingya Enhancement of Lives Project (HELP). The position will ensure high-quality delivery of all contractual outputs related to social mobilization, awareness creation, safeguard compliance, institutional capacity development and stakeholder coordination.

The role will lead the preparation and implementation of an achievable, phased work plan and oversee its execution across multiple districts, including host and, where applicable, Rohingya (DRP) communities. The position will provide technical direction for the design and delivery of training modules on WASH management, hygiene promotion, operation and maintenance (O&M) of facilities, environmental and social safeguards, gender integration, and grievance redress mechanisms (GRM).

The role includes management of financial and human resources, supervision of a multidisciplinary technical team, and upholding Plan’s value-based and feminist leadership principles to promote inclusive, ethical, and accountable programme delivery.

What we’re looking for

• Master’s degree in Social Sciences (Sociology, Anthropology, Social Work, Economics, Social Welfare, Political Science or related discipline) from a recognized university.
• Minimum ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in social development programming, of which at least seven (7) years must be directly related to WASH/ tribal peoples’ engagement/social safeguards, or community-based infrastructure projects under reputable national or international organizations.
• Proven experience serving as Team Leader in at least one development contract involving motivational campaigns, awareness promotion, or large-scale community mobilization initiatives.
• Strong technical knowledge of piped water supply systems, point water supply schemes, sanitation and waste management systems, environmental services, and community-level WASH governance mechanisms.
• Proven experience working in World Bank or other development partner-funded projects, with in-depth understanding of Bank instruments, operational policies, safeguard requirements, procurement-linked compliance processes, and reporting standards.
• Demonstrated experience in applying social and environmental safeguard frameworks, including gender integration, disability inclusion, grievance redress mechanisms (GRM), and participatory social assessment tools.
• Adequate and proven expertise in social mobilization strategies and assessment methodologies, including Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA), Rapid Rural Appraisal (RRA), stakeholder mapping, social impact assessment, and community consultation processes.
• Demonstrated ability to design, contextualize and deliver high-quality training modules and orientation sessions for government officials, LGIs, service providers and community stakeholders.
• Proven ability to liaise effectively with multi-level government structures (central, district and upazila), NGOs, service providers and community groups to ensure coordinated implementation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Bangla and English; ability to translate technical WASH concepts into community-friendly awareness materials.

Why Join Us?

Joining Plan International means engaging in impactful work that transforms lives and promotes equality. As part of our global network, you will have opportunities for international collaboration and continuous professional development. We value diversity and inclusivity, offering a supportive environment where every team member is empowered to thrive. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we know that to achieve lasting impact, we must invest in those who make it possible. We are guided by a values-based leadership framework rooted in feminist leadership principles.

If you are a committed and values-driven professional with a passion for making a difference, we invite you to join our journey and help shape a better future for children in Bangladesh.

Please click on Role Profile – Team Leader for details of the job.

Last date to apply online is March 03, 2026 (Tuesday)

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the selection process will commence as soon as suitable candidates are identified. This position is being advertised as part of a proposal submission process and is contingent upon project award by the donor. Shortlisted and selected profiles will be included in the proposal, and, if the project is awarded, the successful candidate will be expected to commence by 30 July 2026.

The project duration is up to 30 months, and the selected candidate will receive an initial one-year contract for this position, with a high possibility of extension based on performance and availability of funds. Only Bangladeshi citizens are eligible to apply.

The incumbent will be entitled to monthly CTC along with other benefits, i.e., hospitalization benefit for spouse and children, contributory provident fund, gratuity, festival bonus, leave, group insurance, yearly medical check-up for employees, mobile allowance, parental leave and day care facilities.

Plan follows an equal opportunity policy and actively encourages diversity, welcoming applications from all, especially women and people living with disability, and gender diverse communities. We promote a competitive salary, a female-friendly workplace, outstanding co-workers (who are respectful, professional, unbiased, and easy to work with) and equal opportunity, which means equal access to career progression, leadership roles or upskilling programs.

A range of pre-employment checks and anti-terrorism screening will be undertaken in conformity with Plan International's Global Safeguarding Policy and Preventing Sexual Harassment and Exploitation and Abuse (PSHEA) policy. Plan International also participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this scheme we will request information from applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment.

By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of the recruitment procedures. Plan International is committed to an inclusive recruitment process and will provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request.

Please note that Plan International will never ask for any fees through mobile banking or send unsolicited emails requesting payment from candidates.

Only short-listed candidates shall be contacted. Any prior communication or persuasion may lead to the disqualification of the candidacy.

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