WASH Officer-P2/NOB, Ebola Response at UNICEF

How can you make a difference?

Key activities & duties

• Coordination with district WASH and Health Officers, to support and conduct WASH needs assessment/gap analysis in the affected institutions and communities as required
• Working closely with other WASH/IPC pillar teams in the affected areas to conduct WASH needs assessment in the HCFs and communities at risk, including enforcement of the Public Health Act (PHA)
• Facilitate and participate in the various platforms at the district (District Task Force, WASH/IPC sub-pillar meetings, Partner meetings etc., to ensure improved coordination and collaboration in the response
• As required, provide training/mentorship on IPC/WASH to selected/target staff at health care facilities, schools and HCFs and in communities
• Monitor and coordinate the distribution of WASH/IPC supplies to targeted health care facilities and schools
• Work closely with RCCE teams to conduct community engagement to address WASH needs
• Daily reporting to UNIECF ZO and UCO on status, progress, gaps and recommendations on the response, to facilitate timely decision making and response
• Facilitate requisitions for supplies with various District Local Governments needs arise and follow up on last mile distribution and utilization.
• And any other duties assigned by the supervisor, as may be required.

Impact of Result

The support provided by the WASH officer will enable the country office to achieve the WASH-related output results of the country programme. This, in turn, will contribute to the achievement of the outcome results of the country programme document. When done effectively, the achievement of the outcome results will improve child survival, growth and development, and reduce inequalities in the country.

To qualify as an advocate for every child you will have

Education-

• University degree in Public Health, Environmental Health, Sanitary Engineering or related field Additional relevant post-graduate courses that complement/supplement the main degree are a strong asset.

Work Experience- 

• At least 2 years of experience in the relevant areas of water, sanitation and hygiene, water quality, public health, environmental health. Previous experience in Ebola preparedness/response is essential. Knowledge of Infection Prevention Control protocols (WHO, CDC)
• Preferably experience in controlling outbreaks of EVD and/or other VHFs Strong sense of team spirit, diplomacy Ability to build and maintain partnerships across government and NGOs Innovative and resourceful mindset to make solutions work in adverse conditions
• Ability to work under stressful conditions and flexible approach in undertaking his assignment within a rapidly changing environment. Willing to frequently travel within the assigned country.