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 Senior Project Officer is responsible to maintain close communication with partner organizations, monitor and supervise work plan and activities implemented by partners. This position will provide technical support, capacity building to ensure program quality, and maintain smooth coordination with stakeholders, including parents, caregivers, community, government and others and will also play an active role in advocacy initiatives. Provide monitoring support to all project activities and generate report on progress to the Project Manager on a regular basis.

Qualifications and Experience

• At least 4 years of progressively responsible professional work experience within a development NGO or an INGO
• Experience in working with child labour interventions.
• Experience in providing training.
• Experience in managing and working with government, NGOs, and community-based organizations.
• Good knowledge of child rights and child protection issues in Bangladesh.
• Familiarity with national policies, community structures, and relevant government mechanisms is an added advantage.
• Ability to work with children respectfully and with dignity, demonstrating a flexible, inclusive, and non‑judgmental attitude.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with an ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to work in English, including communication, documentation, reporting, and coordination with stakeholders.
• Masters Degree in Social Work, Law, Public Administration, Development Studies, or other relevant social science disciplines

 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 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.

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.

For a detailed job description and to apply online, please visit:
https://hcri.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/16231

Application deadline: April 25, 2026

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.