WASH Officer at GHIV Africa
Global Village Healthcare Initiative for Africa (GHIV Africa) is seeking applications for the position of WASH Officer. GHIV Africa is a non-governmental, non-profit humanitarian and developmental organization established in 2014, dedicated to delivering assistance and protection to affected populations before, during, and after crisis situations.
Job Title: WASH Officer
Location: Borno
Contract Duration: 6 Months
Reports To: Project Manager
Job Purpose
The WASH Officer will oversee the planning, implementation, monitoring, and reporting of water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) interventions in project communities. The role ensures the delivery of high-quality WASH infrastructure and hygiene promotion activities that meet humanitarian standards and contribute to improved community health outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Program Implementation
- Design and implement WASH activities, including water supply systems, sanitation facilities, and hygiene promotion campaigns
- Conduct needs assessments and technical feasibility studies in target communities
- Supervise construction and rehabilitation of WASH facilities such as boreholes, latrines, hand pumps, and water points
- Ensure all activities comply with Sphere Standards and national WASH guidelines
- Develop work plans and schedules for WASH interventions
Community Engagement
- Facilitate community mobilization and participation in WASH programs
- Support the establishment and training of Water User Committees and sanitation committees
- Promote hygiene behaviour change through community education sessions and campaigns
Monitoring and Reporting
- Monitor WASH program implementation and ensure timely reporting
- Collect and analyze program data in collaboration with the MEAL team
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and donor reports
Coordination
- Participate in coordination meetings with local authorities, WASH sector partners, and community stakeholders
- Support the integration of WASH activities with health, nutrition, and education programs
Logistics and Resource Management
- Support procurement and management of WASH materials and equipment
- Monitor proper use and maintenance of WASH infrastructure
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health, Civil Engineering, Water Resources Management, Public Health, or related field
- Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in WASH programming in humanitarian or development settings
- Experience supervising WASH infrastructure construction projects
Skills and Competencies
- Strong technical knowledge of water systems, sanitation technologies, and hygiene promotion
- Experience with community-led total sanitation (CLTS) approaches
- Excellent reporting and documentation skills
- Ability to work in remote and challenging environments
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Essential Skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Organizational, analytical, and reporting skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams
- Fluency in English; knowledge of relevant local languages is an advantage
- Prior experience in BAY states (Borno, Adamawa, Yobe)
Personal Attributes
- Empathy and compassion for vulnerable populations
- Integrity and adherence to ethical standards
- Resilience under challenging conditions
- Proactive problem-solving and decision-making
Compliance
- Adherence to GHIV Africa PSEA/GBV and Child Safeguarding policies
- GHIV Africa maintains zero tolerance for sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment (SEAH)
Interested and qualified candidates can apply through the official application portal:
