JOB VACANCY AT SELF HELP AFRICA in Kano
JOB VACANCY AT SELF HELP AFRICA
LGA Technical Officer, 2 Openings in Kano State
Self Help Africa is inviting applications from qualified and experienced professionals for two openings for the position of Local Government Area Technical Officer under its Sustainable Access to Safe Water programme in Kano State.
This opportunity is suitable for WASH professionals with technical experience in rural water supply, water quality management, infrastructure rehabilitation and community-based water service delivery.
JOB DETAILS
Organisation: Self Help Africa
Position: LGA Technical Officer
Number of Openings: 2
Location: Kura and Garun Malam Local Government Areas, Kano State
Contract Type: Fixed-term, full-time
Contract Duration: 18 months
Reports To: Programme Coordinator
Application Deadline: 25 October 2026
Important: This is a local recruitment position. No relocation support will be provided.
ABOUT THE PROGRAMME
Self Help Africa is implementing an 18-month programme titled Improving and Sustaining Safe Water Access and Water Security in Kano, funded by The Coca-Cola Foundation.
The initiative aims to improve access to safe and reliable drinking water for communities within the Kano River minor basin while strengthening rural water service delivery systems.
The programme will support the rehabilitation of water facilities, improve water quality through chlorination, strengthen maintenance systems and build the capacity of local government WASH departments and community structures.
The initiative will also introduce a performance-based maintenance model in which trained Local Area Mechanics provide preventive maintenance, emergency repairs and routine inspections of rural water facilities.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The LGA Technical Officer will provide technical support and coordinate field-level implementation activities across Kura and Garun Malam LGAs.
The successful candidates will work with government agencies, contractors, local mechanics, community leaders and water management committees to ensure that water facilities remain functional, safe and sustainable.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Technical Implementation
Conduct assessments of boreholes, hand pumps and solar-powered piped water systems. Support rehabilitation planning, prepare technical specifications and bills of quantities, and supervise contractors and mechanics to ensure quality work.
- Water Quality and Chlorination
Support the installation and operation of inline chlorination systems, water meters and treatment equipment. Coordinate routine water quality testing, chlorine residual checks and laboratory sampling, and follow up on corrective actions where necessary.
- Maintenance and Community Capacity Building
Support the identification, training and mentoring of Local Area Mechanics in preventive maintenance, emergency repairs and functionality inspections. Work with Water Point Committees, WASHCOMs and facility caretakers to strengthen record-keeping, accountability, tariff management and sustainable operation.
- Government and Stakeholder Engagement
Collaborate with Kano State RUWASSA, LGA WASH departments, traditional leaders and community structures to improve local ownership and integrate programme activities into government systems.
- Monitoring, Data Collection and Reporting
Use digital monitoring tools such as mWater and other approved platforms to track water facility functionality, downtime, maintenance response and water quality. Prepare accurate field reports and contribute to programme monitoring and donor reporting.
- Supply Chain and Field Coordination
Support the timely availability of spare parts, chlorination supplies, rehabilitation materials and water testing equipment. Maintain accurate activity and expenditure records and comply with procurement and financial procedures.
- Safeguarding and Accountability
Promote community participation, gender equality, disability inclusion and safeguarding. Support accessible feedback and complaints mechanisms and ensure that community concerns inform programme decisions.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Interested applicants should meet the following requirements:
- A bachelor’s degree or Higher National Diploma in Civil Engineering, Water Engineering, Water Resources, Environmental Health, Public Health or a related technical field.
- At least three years of relevant experience implementing rural water supply and sanitation programmes.
- Practical experience assessing, rehabilitating, supervising or maintaining boreholes, hand pumps and solar-powered piped water systems.
- Working knowledge of water quality testing, chlorination and water safety practices.
- Experience engaging government WASH agencies, local communities and service providers.
- Experience supervising contractors, artisans or local mechanics.
- Strong technical reporting, planning, problem-solving and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Good computer literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Excellent written and spoken English and Hausa.
Experience with mWater, KoboToolbox or similar digital data collection platforms will be an advantage. Familiarity with performance-based maintenance models, service contracts and results-based financing is also desirable.
Membership of a relevant professional body, such as COREN or NSE, is an added advantage.
Candidates must be willing to travel regularly to project locations and should be available to resume immediately.
WHY JOIN SELF HELP AFRICA?
This is an opportunity to contribute to sustainable rural water services, strengthen community resilience and improve access to safe drinking water in Kano State.
Successful candidates will support practical solutions that improve water infrastructure, strengthen local technical capacity and promote long-term water security.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested and qualified candidates should visit the official Self Help Africa recruitment page, review the full job description and follow the application instructions provided.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
25 October 2026.
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline and ensure that their CVs clearly demonstrate relevant WASH experience, technical skills and field implementation achievements.
Please note that the position is based in Kura and Garun Malam LGAs, and relocation support is not available.
