Job Title:  WASH Officer

Number of positions

3 Positions ( 1xSindh, 1xBaluchistan, 1xKPK)

Location

Sindh, Baluchistan, and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK)

Department

WASH & Construction

Reporting to

Program Manager WASH

Scope / Purpose of the Position:

We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated WASH Officer with an engineering background to join our organization for a Flood Recovery Program. The incumbent will be responsible for implementing of water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) activities to support flood-affected communities in the provinces of Sindh, Baluchistan, and KP. The WASH Officer will work closely with Provincial & district branches, local authorities and community members to ensure the efficient and effective delivery of WASH services.

Specific Duties, Responsibilities, and Accountabilities:

• Plan and coordinate WASH activities in consultation with stakeholders, ensuring alignment with program goals and objectives.
• Conduct assessments to identify WASH needs and priorities in flood-affected areas.
•  Implement WASH recovery plans, including the design, construction, and maintenance of water supply systems, sanitation facilities, and hygiene promotion initiatives.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance on WASH-related engineering issues, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices.
• Collaborate with government agencies, NGOs, and community leaders to build partnerships and ensure the sustainability of WASH interventions.
• Train and mentor field staff, community volunteers, and local partners on WASH-related topics, promoting knowledge transfer and capacity building.
• Monitor and evaluate the progress and impact of WASH activities, collecting and analyzing data to inform decision-making and improve program outcomes.
• Prepare timely and accurate reports, including activity updates, project proposals, and financial documentation, in compliance with organizational and donor requirements.
• Ensure compliance with relevant safety, security, and environmental standards during the implementation of WASH interventions.
• Stay updated on emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in WASH and disaster recovery, and incorporate them into program strategies as appropriate.
• Any other duties as assigned by the Management.

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field or Diploma of Associate Engineering (DAE)

Experience

Minimum 1x year experience in designing and implementing WASH projects or related field.

Skills / Knowledge required

-       Proven experience in designing and implementing WASH projects, preferably in implementation of recovery activities.

-       Strong technical knowledge of water supply systems, sanitation infrastructure, and hygiene promotion strategies.

-       Familiarity with relevant engineering software, such as AutoCAD or GIS, is desirable.

-       Experience in conducting assessments, surveys, and data analysis for WASH programs.

-       Knowledge of national and international WASH guidelines, standards, and protocols.

-       Excellent project management skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple activities simultaneously and meet deadlines.

-       Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.

-       Fluency in English and Urdu is required. Knowledge of local languages spoken in Sindh, Baluchistan, and KP is an advantage.

-       Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities, with attention to detail.

-       Willingness to travel frequently to project sites within the assigned provinces.

Age Limit

Maximum Age limit upto 35 Years.

Travelling : As and when required to project areas.