WASH Consultant

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Position Title: WASH Consultant
Location: Brasilia
Country: Brazil
Deadline Date: Not specified

Job Details

Job Posting Organization:
UNICEF, established to advocate for children's rights and ensure their well-being, operates in over 190 countries. The organization focuses on various issues affecting children, including health, education, and protection from violence and exploitation. UNICEF's mission is to promote the rights of every child, ensuring they survive, thrive, and fulfill their potential. With a workforce of thousands, UNICEF collaborates with governments, NGOs, and communities to implement programs that address the needs of vulnerable populations, particularly in developing countries.

Job Overview:
The WASH Consultant position at UNICEF Brazil is aimed at supporting the development of the National Indigenous WASH Programme (PNSI) in collaboration with SESAI/MS. The consultant will provide technical expertise to UNICEF staff and national authorities, focusing on improving water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) services for indigenous communities. The role involves analyzing data, developing management strategies, and drafting technical reports to enhance the effectiveness of WASH actions in indigenous areas. The consultant will work closely with the Health and WASH teams at UNICEF in Brasilia, contributing to the overall goal of promoting health and well-being among Brazil's indigenous populations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide technical expertise to UNICEF staff and national authorities in developing the PNSI.
• Support the strengthening of technical capacities for analyzing data related to the PNSI.
• Conduct data analysis to support the implementation of the PNSI in collaboration with DEAMB/SESAI/MS.
• Develop management strategies for WASH actions in indigenous areas, considering the specific needs of these territories.
• Prepare technical reports on UNICEF's support for DEAMB/SESAI/MS.
• Ensure timely submission of deliverables, including reports based on data from Special Indigenous Health Districts and focus groups.
• Collaborate with various stakeholders to enhance the effectiveness of WASH initiatives.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree in civil, environmental, or sanitary engineering; biology; geography; environmental or sanitation technology; or a relevant technical field. Alternatively, four years of relevant experience in WASH within an indigenous context may substitute for formal educational qualifications. Strong communication skills and proficiency in data analysis and methodological tool development are essential. Fluency in Portuguese is mandatory, and knowledge of additional languages is advantageous.

Educational Background:
A Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field such as civil, environmental, or sanitary engineering, biology, geography, or environmental sanitation is required. Candidates with extensive experience in WASH may be considered in lieu of formal education. Technical expertise in public policy planning and development is also beneficial.

Experience:
A minimum of four years of relevant experience in WASH, particularly in indigenous contexts, is required. Experience in planning and developing inter-institutional public policies is essential. Candidates should demonstrate strong analytical skills and the ability to develop effective methodological tools.

Languages:
Fluency in Portuguese is mandatory for this position. Knowledge of additional languages is considered a plus, enhancing communication with diverse stakeholders.

Additional Notes:
The consultancy is project-based with specific deliverables and timelines. The contract duration varies based on the deliverables, with payments structured according to the completion of each task. UNICEF promotes a diverse and inclusive workplace, offering benefits such as paid parental leave and reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. The organization adheres to strict ethical standards and conducts thorough background checks on selected candidates. Consultants are responsible for their tax liabilities and must ensure valid visa and health insurance for the contract duration. Selected candidates must confirm their fully vaccinated status against COVID-19, although this requirement does not apply to remote consultants.