Technical Specialist IPC and WASH at Save the Children International

, , Bangladesh -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Infection prevention and control, WASH operations, Healthcare facility management, Sterilisation management, Waste management, Hygiene promotion, Outbreak response, Project planning, Field implementation, Staff training, Public health, Environmental science, Hospital management, Civil engineering, Interpersonal skills, Computer literacy

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Save the Children invites applications for the above-mentioned position. We are committed to equal employment opportunities, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, colour, ethnic origin, nationality, disability, age, or beliefs and religion. We are committed to diversifying our staff to better represent the communities we serve and actively welcome underrepresented groups to apply. The Opportunity The Technical Specialist- IPC and WASH will oversee infection prevention, sterilisation, linen, and waste management in a 67-bed hospital serving Forcibly Displaced Myanmar Nationals and host communities in Teknaf. The role ensures compliance with hygiene, safety, and environmental standards, managing water, sanitation, and hygiene systems in coordination with the WASH Program Lead. Responsibilities include supervising IPC operations, training hospital staff on IPC practices, and coordinating with internal and external partners. In emergencies, the incumbent may work beyond regular duties and hours. Qualifications and Experience • Minimum of 4-5 years of experience in healthcare facility management, focusing on sterilisation, linen management, waste management, and WASH programs. • Bachelor’s/master’s degree in nursing, Medical allied science, Public Health, Environmental Science, Health Care Management, Hospital management, Civil or public health Engineering, or a related field is required. • Proven experience managing WASH operations, maintenance, and related projects. • Skilled in hygiene promotion, infection prevention, and outbreak response. • Strong in planning, coordination, and field implementation. • Excellent English; local and Rohingya language skills an advantage. •Good computer literacy and interpersonal skills. The Organisation We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realize the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard. We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030: • No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday • All children learn from a quality basic education and that, • Violence against children is no longer tolerated. We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive workplace where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued. Application Information Please apply using a cover letter and an up-to-date CV as a single document. Please also include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations Only short-listed candidates will be invited for an interview ‘Save the Children promotes diversity in its workforce.’ We need to keep children safe, so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse. All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our global anti-harassment policy. The Organization We employ approximately 25,000 people across the globe and work on the ground in over 100 countries to help children affected by crises, or those that need better healthcare, education and child protection. We also campaign and advocate at the highest levels to realise the right of children and to ensure their voices are heard. We are working towards three breakthroughs in how the world treats children by 2030: · No child dies from preventable causes before their 5th birthday · All children learn from a quality basic education and that, · Violence against children is no longer tolerated We know that great people make a great organization, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children.We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive workplace where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued. Application Information: Please apply using a cover letter and up-to-date CV as a single document. Please also include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations. A copy of the full role profile can be found at www.savethechildren.net/jobs We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.

Responsibilities

The Technical Specialist will oversee infection prevention, sterilisation, and waste management systems within a hospital setting. They are responsible for training staff on IPC practices and coordinating WASH operations with internal and external partners.