Deputy Project Director, SHOTORKO Project

The role

Lead day-to-day delivery of the SHOTORKO project, which works to combat trafficking for forced criminality in online scam operations in Bangladesh. Support the Project Director across implementing partners, government offices, the donor, and the program team.

What you will do

• Provide day-to-day guidance to the technical team
• Coordinate implementing partners to ensure quality project delivery
• Monitor and evaluate project activities and adjust based on field feedback
• Attend regular partner and stakeholder meetings
• Help prepare reports and knowledge products
• Coordinate with finance and operations staff on fund use and local travel
• Maintain coordination with government agencies and officials
• Facilitate government engagement for sustainability
• Direct project implementation in the Project Director's absence
• Represent Winrock International and SHOTORKO in government and non-government forums

Required qualifications

• Master's degree in development studies, political science, public administration, anthropology or other relevant social science
• At least 10 years of experience in the development sector
• Experience managing and leading programs, especially in counter-trafficking
• At least 7 years in a senior position leading a multidisciplinary team
• At least 5 years collaborating with senior government officials and agencies
• Knowledge of the contexts of local NGOs in Bangladesh
• Excellent interpersonal skills and teamwork
• Fluency in oral and written English
• Willingness to travel regularly within Bangladesh
• Interest in and enthusiasm for the SHOTORKO mission
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple competing priorities

Nice to have

• Experience with international organizations

Before you apply

• Apply no later than 21 November 2026; applications are reviewed on a rolling basis
• Local/national position; not eligible for international or relocation allowances
• Position is contingent upon continuation of donor funding

About the company

Winrock International is a nonprofit that works in Bangladesh with the government to strengthen agriculture, aquaculture, trade, safe migration, natural resource management, and human rights. It is an equal opportunity employer.