WASH Officer at Global Village Healthcare Initiative for Africa (GHIV Africa)
IN BORNO AND YOBE
Global Village Healthcare Initiative for Africa (GHIV Africa) is a Non-governmental, Non-for profit humanitarian/Developmental organization which started in 2014. We deliver assistance and protection to affected populations before, during and after crisis situations.
Experience3 – 5 years
Location Borno , Yobe
Duration: 6 Months – extendable based on performance and fund availability
Type: Full-Time
JOB SUMMARY
The WASH Officer, reporting to the WASH Specialist, will support the planning, implementation, and monitoring of water, sanitation, and hygiene activities in Damboa. The role ensures that WASH projects meet technical standards, are delivered on time, and promote safe water access, improved sanitation, and positive hygiene practices. He/she will supervise field activities, support community engagement, and contribute to reporting, data collection, and capacity-building efforts to ensure sustainable and inclusive WASH interventions
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist the WASH Specialist in planning, organizing, and implementing WASH projects in line with organizational and donor requirements.
- Support the preparation of designs, BoQs, and technical specifications for WASH facilities (e.g., water supply system).
- Supervise contractors and community workers to ensure high-quality and timely implementation.
- Support procurement by preparing technical documentation and verifying the quality of materials delivered.
- Oversee installation, operation, and maintenance of water supply systems (hand pumps and solar systems).
- Conduct regular water quality testing and ensure that results comply with WHO or national standards.
- Support the operation and maintenance of safe and appropriate sanitation facilities in communities.
- Facilitate community-led total sanitation (CLTS) or similar participatory sanitation approaches.
- Promote waste management, vector control, and environmental sanitation. Assist in developing and implementing hygiene promotion campaigns focusing on key practices such as handwashing, food hygiene, and menstrual hygiene management.
- Train and supervise community hygiene promoters and volunteers.
- Monitor hygiene behavior changes and adapt interventions based on feedback.
- Prepare regular progress reports for the WASH Specialist and other stakeholders.
- Support post-distribution and post-construction monitoring to ensure sustainability.
- Coordinate with other sectors (Health, Nutrition, Shelter, Education) to ensure an integrated response.
- Represent the organization in local WASH coordination meetings as delegated by the WASH Specialist.
- Support capacity-building initiatives for community WASH committees and local authorities.
- Ensure adherence to Sphere Standards, national WASH guidelines, and organizational policies.
- Integrate gender, protection, and environmental considerations into all WASH activities.
- Ensure that all interventions respect the dignity and rights of beneficiaries.
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Environmental Health, Water Resources Management, or related field.
- Minimum of 3–5 years of relevant experience in WASH program implementation, preferably in humanitarian or development contexts.
- Strong technical knowledge of water supply, sanitation design, and hygiene promotion.
- Experience in community mobilization and capacity building.
Essential:
- Computer skills, especially in Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel
- Experience in Electronic Data Collection.
- Previous track record in WASH projects and experience working with INGO/NNGO.
- Experience in planning and managing surveys, developing, and refining data collection tools, and with data quality assessments and oversight.
Desirable:
- Experience using AutoCAD, EPANET, GIS, or other design and mapping software.
- Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with WASH data tools (e.g., Kobo, mWater).
- Familiarity with solar-powered water systems and climate-resilient WASH approaches.
- Awareness of gender, protection, inclusion, and environmental considerations in WASH programming.
- Strong interpersonal, coordination, and leadership skills.
- High integrity, adaptability, and commitment to humanitarian values.
- Ability to work under pressure and in multicultural environments.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
- Ready to travel to deep field for monitoring project activities.
- Communication skills (English, Hausa and Kanuri is added advantage).
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
- EMPATHY AND COMPASSION: Demonstrates a genuine concern for the well-being of vulnerable individuals.
- INTEGRITY: Maintains the highest ethical standards in all professional activities.
- RESILIENCE: Capable of working under challenging conditions and managing stress effectively.
- PROBLEM-SOLVING: Proactive in identifying issues and implementing solutions.
GHIV AFRICA PSEA/GBV, AND CHILD SAFEGUARDING POLICIES: The successful candidate shall comply and promote the PSEA/GBV, and Child safeguarding Policies at all course and all levels.
GHIV AFRICA HAS ZERO TOLORENCE FOR SEXUAL EXPLOITATION ABUSE AND HARASSMENT (SEAH)
Note: Women and Persons With Disabilities (PWDs) are strongly advised to apply.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified? Go to Global Village Healthcare Initiative for Africa (GHIV Africa) on forms.gle to apply
