WASH Project Officer - Nganzai at Green Concern for Development

Location: Nganzai LGA, Borno State, Nigeria
Duration: 6 Months

Application Opening Date: 3rd August

Job Purpose:

Support the planning, coordination, and implementation of WASH activities including infrastructure development, hygiene promotion, and community mobilization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct technical assessments and feasibility studies of WASH needs in targeted communities and schools.
• Supervise the design, construction, rehabilitation, and maintenance of WASH facilities including boreholes, hand pumps, latrines, and handwashing stations.
• Facilitate the procurement and quality control of WASH materials and supplies in collaboration with logistics.
• Lead the training and capacity building of WASH committees, artisans, and community members on water system management, latrine maintenance, and hygiene promotion.
• Plan and implement hygiene promotion activities including hygiene campaigns, distribution of hygiene kits, and behavior change communication (BCC).
• Monitor water quality and ensure regular water testing in line with WHO standards.
• Prepare detailed weekly, monthly, and quarterly activity reports, including tracking indicators and documenting lessons learned.
• Collaborate with other sectors (e.g., health, nutrition, protection) to ensure integrated programming and referrals.
• Ensure compliance with donor regulations, sector standards, and GREENCODE’s safeguarding and gender policies.
• Represent the organization in local WASH sector meetings, technical working groups, and coordination forums.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil/environmental engineering, Water Resources Management, Public Health, or related discipline.
• At least 2–3 years of field experience in implementing WASH programs, preferably in humanitarian or post-conflict settings.
• Strong knowledge of SPHERE standards, WASH cluster guidelines, and national WASH policies.
• Proven experience in infrastructure supervision and community mobilization.
• Proficiency in using engineering tools, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent communication and team management skills.
• Knowledge of local languages and cultural context is a strong asset.