WASH Program Director
- Andrew Millar
- Oct 7
- 2 min read
iDE Cambodia
Job Description
Sector: Politics, Government, Public Administration, Think Tanks, Civil Society, NGOs, Charities, Business Chambers & Industry Associations
Overview
Boeung Tumpun I, Phnom Penh
The WASH Program Director at iDE Cambodia leads the organisation’s Water, Sanitation & Hygiene (WASH) team, covering sanitation, solid waste management and related programmes.
The role provides strategic direction, technical guidance and operational oversight to expand access to sustainable sanitation and waste services.
This senior leadership position also drives programme innovation, business development and stakeholder engagement in alignment with iDE Cambodia’s mission to empower entrepreneurs and end poverty.
Department/Function: Operations & General Management (Production, Supply Chain, Logistics & Facilities)
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Support the development of vision, goals and strategy for the WASH programme in line with iDE’s mission and stakeholder collaboration.
Motivate, guide, coach and inspire staff to uphold organisational culture and commitment to results.
Recruit, develop and retain high-performing team members while promoting diversity and teamwork.
Oversee operations, structures, work plans and budgets to ensure timely, cost-effective delivery.
Ensure up-to-date practices in WASH market development linked with national and global networks.
Maintain sound financial control, reporting and compliance with donor and government standards.
Manage partnerships, donor relations and business development to sustain and grow programme impact.
Qualifications, Skills & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in development, WASH themes, business management or a related field; master’s preferred.
Minimum 5 years' managerial experience ideally in WASH, market systems or environmental programmes.
Demonstrated technical knowledge of waste management and market-based sanitation models.
Proven ability in monitoring, evaluation and adaptive management for evidence-based decision-making.
Strong financial management acumen with experience in budget control and grant reporting.
Excellent English communication with Khmer proficiency considered an advantage.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace; ability to leverage ICT tools such as GIS.
About iDE Cambodia
iDE Cambodia has been operating since 1994, empowering local entrepreneurs to end poverty through market-based approaches in agriculture, sanitation and waste management.
With a dedicated team of over 1,300 staff across the world, iDE fosters an environment that combines social impact with innovation, collaboration and professional growth.
Employees benefit from a mission-driven culture focused on inclusivity, creativity and meaningful community development throughout Cambodia.
Salary Benchmark
(compensation projections based on local market criteria)
USD $3,000 to $4,500 per month, depending on experience*
*For guidance only. Contact the hiring organisation directly for detailed salary information.
Regional Comparison
Cambodia: $3,000 – $4,500
Competitive within the local NGO market, supported by donor funding and demand for technically skilled WASH leaders with management capacity.
Laos: $2,500 – $4,000
Smaller programme scale and limited donor diversity generally moderate pay, though hardship and retention factors sustain senior-level compensation.
Myanmar: $2,000 – $3,500
Persistent political and economic uncertainty has constrained project funding, resulting in more conservative salary offers despite hardship allowances.
Thailand: $4,500 – $6,000
Bangkok-based NGO leadership roles attract higher compensation due to the international headquarters' presence, urban costs and competition for bilingual executives.
Vietnam: $4,000 – $6,500
Rapidly expanding development and social enterprise sectors drive strong demand for programme directors, particularly in WASH and climate-related fields.
Post Expiry: 7th December 2025 (earlier if filled)