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IsraAID is an Israel-based non-governmental organization that was founded in 2001 and has since its inception worked in emergency and long-term development settings in over 54 countries. IsraAID’s mission is to support people affected by humanitarian crises by partnering with local communities around the world to provide urgent aid, assist recovery, and reduce the risk of future disasters. IsraAID has operated in Uganda since 2016.
Snr Wash Officer - National Position job at IsraAID | Apply Now
Nakivale Refugee Settlement, Birere, Uganda
IsraAID is a globally recognized humanitarian non-governmental organization dedicated to responding to emergencies and supporting communities in crisis through long-term, sustainable development. With a mission to assist people affected by natural disasters, conflict, and poverty, IsraAID combines immediate relief with long-term recovery, leveraging professional expertise in sectors like health, education, psychosocial support, and disaster risk reduction. Renowned for its rapid and impactful responses across the globe, IsraAID has built a strong reputation for resilience, innovation, and partnership-based solutions.
The organization nurtures a dynamic and inclusive work culture that values empathy, cultural sensitivity, and a commitment to service, offering diverse job opportunities with flexible arrangements that accommodate international deployments and local engagement. Since its founding in 2001, IsraAID has evolved from a volunteer-driven initiative into a professional, multi-sectoral organization operating in over 50 countries. It embraces innovation through a community-centered, evidence-based business model that emphasizes local empowerment and capacity building.
Its size and reach have enabled it to form partnerships with governments, UN agencies, and local organizations, amplifying its impact. Guided by core values of humanity, dignity, accountability, and solidarity, IsraAID integrates corporate social responsibility into every aspect of its operations, ensuring that both beneficiaries and staff are uplifted through its work. For more information, visit www.israaid.org.
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Deadline:
13 Jan 2025
Job Title
Snr Wash Officer - National Position job at IsraAID
IsraAID
Job Description
Job Title: Snr Wash Officer - National Position
Organisation: IsraAID
Duty Station: Nakivale, Uganda
Reports to: Program Manager
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Snr Water Supply, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) Officer to join our team to implement our activities in Palorinya and Nakivale Refugee Settlements . The successful candidate will play a key role in planning, implementing, and monitoring WASH projects to ensure that Refugees and host communities have access to adequate quantities of safe drinking water, and to improved sanitation facilities, as well as they practice good personal and food hygiene behaviors.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
See all details of the qualifications, competencies and education for this role under the "How to Apply" section below.
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should submit their applications online at the Apply Buton below.
NB: We thank all applicants for their interest in joining our team, but only those selected for interviews will be contacted
Deadline: 13th January 2025
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How to Apply
Program implementation, monitoring, and delivery of results, with a focus on WASH in Refugees &
Provide technical and operational support throughout all stages of IsraAID Uganda’s WASH-related programming. Ensure effective collaboration with other partners and stakeholders in the field.
Plan and conduct promotional activities to improve the hygiene and sanitation practices of local partners as well as in host communities and the refugee settlements. Mobilize community members to participate in these initiatives, and encourage community-level associations and other groups to actively participate in the project.
Lead and supervise the process of water supply infrastructure construction in the field including selection of borehole drilling sites; monitoring of drilling operations; design, installation, and testing of production wells; installation of pumps, well platforms, and/or water distribution systems. Water supply initiatives should ensure coverage for/access by communities as well as at schools and health care facilities.
Lead and supervise maintenance and rehabilitation of WASH existing and new WASH infrastructure, and help local authorities and communities establish effective mechanisms for carrying this work out into the future (including financing of it through user fees or other relevant mechanisms).
Lead and supervise installation of improved sanitation infrastructure at community, institutional, and household levels. This may include construction of pit latrines, school toilets and handwashing stations, and health facility WASH infrastructure. Ensure compliance with the local regulations and the quality of the end-result services provided at all levels.
Participate in monitoring and evaluation exercises, including environmental and social screening of project sites, preparation of regular progress updates, and monitoring of WASH services at implementation sites.
Monitor, report, and certify the use of sectoral program resources (financial, administrative and other assets), verifying compliance with approved allocations, organizational rules, regulations/procedures and donor commitments, standards of accountability and integrity.
Prepare quality and timely WASH progress reports for the Country office management, donors and partners.
Networking and partnership building
Build and strengthen strategic partnerships with government counterparts, UN agencies, donor agencies, WASH institutions, NGOs, research institutes and the private sector to stimulate coordination and collaboration in the WASH sector.
Produce WASH IEC materials to promote awareness raising at the community level, establish partnerships and support fundraising.
Participate in inter-agency discussions at national and settlement level, ensuring that IsraAID’s position, interests and priorities are fully considered and integrated in the planning and agenda setting.
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MUST BE A UGANDAN NATIONAL
Fluency in English is a must.
A degree in water supply engineering, civil engineering, hydrology, or similar field is required. A masters/ postgraduate degree in any of these fields would be an added advantage.
A minimum of 5 years of demonstrated professional experience in WASH programs in similar contexts is required. Previous proven working experience in refugee settlements will be an advantage.
Specific Skills:
WASH Technical Expertise: In-depth knowledge of water supply, water quality, sanitation infrastructure, and hygiene promotion – as they relate to WASH program design and implementation strategies. This includes understanding the technical aspects of water supply systems, waste management, and the promotion of hygiene practices among communities.
Construction and Infrastructure Development: Understanding the principles of constructing durable, resilient, and safe WASH infrastructure, including knowledge of materials, construction methods, and the ability to adapt them to the needs of a disaster-stricken area or a community in need.
Adaptability and Problem-Solving: The capacity to adapt to rapidly changing situations and find innovative solutions to complex challenges.
Cultural Sensitiveness and Cross-Cultural Communication: Proficiency in communicating effectively across different cultures and languages. This skill ensures respectful, efficient, and effective engagement with local communities, stakeholders, and team members from diverse backgrounds.
Competencies:
Attention to Detail: Ability to meticulously follow procedures and maintain high standards of performance.
Organizational Skills: Strong organizational abilities to manage inventory, schedules, and documentation effectively.
Safety Awareness: Commitment to following safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a safe work environment.
Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with team members to achieve common goals.
Commitment to IsraAID’s values: Professionalism, Humanity, Collaboration, Flexibility and Adaptability, and Resilience.
Benefits:
Communication allowance
Health Insurance coverage
Mentoring and guidance from experienced professionals
