Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
UNICEF, established in 1946, operates in over 190 countries and territories with a mission to save children's lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential. The organization is committed to promoting the rights of every child and offers diverse opportunities for professional and personal development to its staff. UNICEF is known for its inclusive culture and attractive compensation and benefits package, emphasizing the importance of building careers that contribute to the well-being of children and communities globally.
Job Overview:
The WASH Specialist position at UNICEF involves reporting to the Chief Field Office and Chief of WASH. The role is crucial for the development, preparation, management, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of the WASH programme within the country programme. The specialist will provide technical guidance and management support throughout the programming processes, ensuring the achievement of WASH-related output results. Key functions include programme development and planning, programme management, monitoring and delivery of results, providing technical and operational support for programme implementation, humanitarian WASH preparedness and response, networking and partnership building, and innovation, knowledge management, and capacity building.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The WASH Specialist will be responsible for a comprehensive set of duties including:
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess an advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in fields such as public health, social sciences, behavior change communication, sanitary engineering, or other relevant technical fields. Additionally, candidates should have at least 5 years of relevant work experience in WASH-related programmes in developing countries, including one year of deployment in a developing country and at least one three-month deployment mission in a humanitarian context with UN, government, or INGO.
Educational Background:
The educational requirement for this position is an advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in relevant fields such as public health, social sciences, behavior change communication, sanitary engineering, or other technical disciplines that relate to WASH.
Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in WASH-related programmes, particularly in developing countries. Candidates must have experience in humanitarian contexts, including at least one three-month deployment mission in a humanitarian situation, which is essential for understanding the complexities of WASH in emergencies.
Languages:
Fluency in French is mandatory for this position. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, English, Russian, or Spanish) or a local language is considered an asset, enhancing the candidate's ability to communicate effectively in diverse settings.
Additional Notes:
This position is subject to UNICEF's policies and procedures, including medical clearance and background checks. The organization emphasizes the importance of diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, particularly women and individuals with disabilities. UNICEF offers a range of benefits, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks, and reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. The role may require candidates to be inoculated against certain diseases, including COVID-19, as part of the employment conditions. The organization does not charge any processing fees during the recruitment process.
UNICEF, established in 1946, operates in over 190 countries and territories with a mission to save children's lives, defend their rights, and help them fulfill their potential. The organization is committed to promoting the rights of every child and offers diverse opportunities for professional and personal development to its staff. UNICEF is known for its inclusive culture and attractive compensation and benefits package, emphasizing the importance of building careers that contribute to the well-being of children and communities globally.
Job Overview:
The WASH Specialist position at UNICEF involves reporting to the Chief Field Office and Chief of WASH. The role is crucial for the development, preparation, management, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of the WASH programme within the country programme. The specialist will provide technical guidance and management support throughout the programming processes, ensuring the achievement of WASH-related output results. Key functions include programme development and planning, programme management, monitoring and delivery of results, providing technical and operational support for programme implementation, humanitarian WASH preparedness and response, networking and partnership building, and innovation, knowledge management, and capacity building.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The WASH Specialist will be responsible for a comprehensive set of duties including:
- Developing and planning WASH programmes that align with UNICEF's strategic goals.
- Managing and monitoring the implementation of WASH programmes to ensure timely delivery of results.
- Providing technical and operational support to ensure effective programme implementation.
- Preparing for and responding to humanitarian WASH needs during emergencies.
- Building partnerships and networks with stakeholders to enhance WASH programme effectiveness.
- Innovating and managing knowledge to improve WASH practices and capacity building efforts.
- Evaluating programme outcomes and impacts to inform future programming.
Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess an advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in fields such as public health, social sciences, behavior change communication, sanitary engineering, or other relevant technical fields. Additionally, candidates should have at least 5 years of relevant work experience in WASH-related programmes in developing countries, including one year of deployment in a developing country and at least one three-month deployment mission in a humanitarian context with UN, government, or INGO.
Educational Background:
The educational requirement for this position is an advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in relevant fields such as public health, social sciences, behavior change communication, sanitary engineering, or other technical disciplines that relate to WASH.
Experience:
The position requires a minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in WASH-related programmes, particularly in developing countries. Candidates must have experience in humanitarian contexts, including at least one three-month deployment mission in a humanitarian situation, which is essential for understanding the complexities of WASH in emergencies.
Languages:
Fluency in French is mandatory for this position. Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, English, Russian, or Spanish) or a local language is considered an asset, enhancing the candidate's ability to communicate effectively in diverse settings.
Additional Notes:
This position is subject to UNICEF's policies and procedures, including medical clearance and background checks. The organization emphasizes the importance of diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, particularly women and individuals with disabilities. UNICEF offers a range of benefits, including paid parental leave, breastfeeding breaks, and reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. The role may require candidates to be inoculated against certain diseases, including COVID-19, as part of the employment conditions. The organization does not charge any processing fees during the recruitment process.
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