WASH Officer, (NO-2), TA, #138975, (364 days), Gaza, State of Palestine
Organizational Context
UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children’s lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential. We are committed, passionate, and proud of what we do for as long as we are needed. Promoting the rights of every child is not just a job – it is a calling. We offer diverse opportunities for professional and personal development.
Job Purpose
The WASH Officer reports to the WASH Specialist (P3) and provides technical, operational, and administrative assistance throughout the WASH programming process. The Officer is responsible for preparing, managing, and implementing a variety of technical and administrative tasks related to the development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of WASH output results, particularly focusing on early recovery aspects within the country programme. This role is crucial for ensuring effective WASH interventions that contribute to the well-being and rights of children in the State of Palestine, specifically in Gaza.
Responsibilities
The WASH Officer will be responsible for programme development and planning, ensuring alignment with UNICEF's goals and the specific needs of the country programme. They will manage and monitor programme delivery, ensuring timely and effective execution of WASH initiatives and achieving desired results. The role involves providing essential technical and operational support for the implementation of WASH programmes. A key function is contributing to humanitarian WASH preparedness and response efforts, ensuring readiness for emergencies. The Officer will also focus on networking and building partnerships with relevant stakeholders to enhance programme impact. Furthermore, the position requires driving innovation, knowledge management, and capacity building within the WASH sector, sharing best practices and lessons learned to improve future interventions and strengthen local capacities.
Work Experience
A minimum of two years of relevant work experience in WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene), Construction Management, Programme Planning, Implementation, and Monitoring of water supply systems, or related fields is required.
Skills
Programme Management, Monitoring and Evaluation, Civil Engineering, Public Health Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, Sanitary Engineering, Humanitarian WASH, Emergency Response, Construction Supervision, Community Programming, Technical Coordination, Partnership Building