UNICEF, based in Hargeisa, is looking for an experienced WASH Officer, NO-2, Temporary Position, to fill an open position. The successful candidate will bring strong Health/wash experience spanning at least 2 - 3 years. This position closes on Aug, 16. Apply now to be considered.
Job no:
594962
Contract type:
Temporary Appointment
Duty Station
Hargeisa
Location:
Somalia
Categories:
WASH (Water, Sanitation and Hygiene)
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The WASH Officer (NO-2), based in Hargeisa and reporting to the WASH Specialist, provides technical, operational and administrative support for the implementation of WASH programme activities. The role focuses on drinking water supply, sanitation infrastructure, and WASH hardware projects, while strengthening coordination with local authorities and ensuring quality, accountability and effective programme delivery across Somaliland.
Key Functions, Accountabilities and Related Duties and Tasks:
- Drafts updates on the WASH situation analysis and sector trends to inform programme development, management, monitoring and evaluation.
- Prepare accurate, timely and relevant technical reports and inputs for programme preparation and documentation.Contribute to the development of WASH outcomes, outputs and related strategies through analysis of sector needs and priorities.
- Provide technical and administrative support throughout the programme cycle, including documentation, programme transactions and compliance with organizational processes and systems.Prepare required documentation and materials to facilitate review and approval processes.
- Undertake field visits and surveys, share reports with partners and stakeholders, and report critical issues, bottlenecks and risks to the supervisor for timely action.Provide technical and operational support to government counterparts, NGO partners, UN system partners and other stakeholders on UNICEF policies, strategies, processes and WASH best practices to support programme implementation.
- Draft requisitions for supplies, services, long-term agreements and partnership agreements to support UNICEF’s WASH emergency preparedness and response commitments.Maintain a strong understanding of UNICEF emergency response procedures.Take on support roles in emergency response and early recovery, as required.
About Hargeisa
Hargeisa is the capital and largest city of Somaliland, serving as the region's main economic and administrative hub. The city is home to a growing number of international organizations, NGOs, and private sector companies, making it a key employment center in the Horn of Africa. Professionals relocating to Hargeisa will find a dynamic and rapidly developing urban environment.
Ereyada Soomaaliga (Somali Keywords): Biyaha & Nadaafadda • Caafimaad & Nadaafadda • Ku-meel-gaar • Caafimaad • Shaqo Hargeysa • Shaqo Cusub