Technical Officer WASH at FHI360

JOB OPPORTUNITY: SENIOR TECHNICAL OFFICER – WASH AT FHI 360

Organisation: FHI 360 UK-Nigeria
Position: Senior Technical Officer – WASH
Location: Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-Time
Qualification: BA/BSc/HND or MBA/MSc/MA
Experience: 7–9 years
Job Category: Engineering / Technical, NGO / Non-Profit
Reports To: Chief of Party
Application Deadline: Not specified

Job Overview

FHI 360 is seeking an experienced Senior Technical Officer – WASH to support its humanitarian response activities in Borno State, Nigeria.

The organisation is expanding its interventions to support internally displaced persons (IDPs) and host communities affected by the humanitarian crisis in Northeast Nigeria through integrated Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), Health, Nutrition and Protection programmes.

The successful candidate will provide technical leadership in the design, implementation, supervision and monitoring of WASH infrastructure and services, particularly in healthcare facilities and affected communities.

Key Responsibilities

WASH Systems Design and Implementation

1. Design water supply, sanitation, drainage and waste management systems for healthcare facilities.
2. Prepare technical drawings, specifications and Bills of Quantities (BoQs) for WASH infrastructure.
3. Supervise construction and installation works to ensure compliance with approved designs and safety standards.
4. Manage contractors and local labourers to ensure quality and timely project delivery.
5. Supervise the installation of water supply systems, latrines, waste management facilities and other WASH infrastructure.
6. Develop technical proposals, work plans and implementation frameworks.
7. Ensure compliance with relevant national health, engineering and safety standards.

Operation and Maintenance

1. Ensure proper operation and maintenance of water, sanitation and waste management facilities.
2. Train healthcare facility staff on routine maintenance and management of WASH systems.
3. Develop contingency plans to maintain essential WASH services during emergencies or system breakdowns.

Monitoring and Evaluation

1. Conduct regular inspections and assessments of WASH services in IDP camps and host communities.
2. Monitor project progress, identify challenges and recommend improvements.
3. Prepare project budgets and monitor expenditure against approved allocations.
4. Track WASH performance indicators and targets.
5. Prepare technical reports on infrastructure development and service delivery.

Coordination and Collaboration

1. Represent FHI 360 in meetings with government ministries, NGOs and WASH stakeholders.
2. Collaborate with government authorities, local organisations and international partners.
3. Coordinate with public health experts, community leaders and programme teams.
4. Integrate hygiene promotion activities with technical WASH interventions.
5. Participate in WASH Cluster meetings and relevant technical forums.

Compliance and Standards

1. Ensure WASH infrastructure meets national regulations and international standards, including WHO, Sphere and UNICEF guidelines.
2. Promote gender-sensitive and inclusive infrastructure designs.
3. Ensure facilities accommodate the needs of patients, persons with disabilities, healthcare workers and other users.

Qualifications and Requirements

Interested applicants should possess:

1. A Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Public Health Engineering, Architecture or a related field.
2. An advanced degree is an added advantage.
3. A minimum of 7–9 years of relevant experience in WASH project implementation, preferably in healthcare settings.
4. Demonstrated experience designing and implementing water supply, sanitation and waste management systems.
5. Proficiency in engineering software such as AutoCAD and GIS, as well as project management tools.
6. Strong technical, organisational, problem-solving and project management skills.
7. Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
8. Ability to work effectively in challenging environments, including conflict-affected and post-disaster settings.
9. Fluency in written and spoken English. Hausa or other relevant local languages will be an advantage.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should visit the FHI 360 career portal for recruitment updates and application information:

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