WASH Officer - National Position at Malteser International - 2 Openings

Malteser International has been working in Nigeria since 2017. In Northeast Nigeria and more specifically in Borno State, MI is currently active in the WASH sector for improving the lives of both the IDP population as well as the host communities. The WASH activities focus on improved access to safe water, sanitation and hygiene. They include NFI distribution, solarization of boreholes, rehabilitation of hand pumps, construction of latrines and hygiene promotion. Malteser International thereby applies a participatory, gender sensitive and inclusive approach.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: WASH Officer - National Position

Location: Katsina
Slot: 2 Openings
Start Date: 1st June 2025
Duration of contract: Until December 2025 with the possibility of renewal

Summary

• For our work in Katsina, Nigeria, Malteser International is looking for two qualified WASH Officers - National Position.
• The WASH Officer will oversee all water and sanitation activities within the Malteser International program in Katsina State, Nigeria.
• In fulfilling these duties, the WASH Officer must ensure full compliance with Malteser International’s and the donor’s administrative, human resources, finance, safety and security, and logistics procedures at the workplace.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Field Activities: Ensure timely and effective implementation of project activities, including daily coordination, planning, procurement, financial requests, and supervision of contractors in field locations
• Planning & Logistics: Prepare monthly activity and staff movement plans, coordinate with contractors and teams, facilitate transport and logistics between field and Maiduguri office
• Finance & Procurement: Develop advance and procurement requests, submit required documentation, and follow up with finance and logistics departments for timely processing and clearance
• Monitoring & Reporting: Provide regular updates on project progress, security issues, humanitarian needs, and support in MEAL (monitoring, evaluation, accountability, and learning) activities, including data collection and internal reporting
• Capacity Building & Training: Design and deliver training for Water User Committees and WASHCOMM, assess capacity-building needs, and coordinate with HR for staff development
• Compliance & Coordination: Ensure compliance with internal policies (Codes of Conduct, PSEAH), collaborate with other sectoral teams and partners, and maintain alignment with technical guidelines and strategies
• Safety & Security: Monitor the local security context, report incidents, and contribute to organisational duty of care in coordination with the safety and security team.

Profile

• Minimum academic qualification of B.Eng. in Civil and Water Infrastructure or related Engineering courses with at least 4 years experience with an INGO in a developing country and/or humanitarian context
• Extensive field team management experience as well as security, safety, and resource management experience
• Excellent project management, partnership management, and coordination skills
•  Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the capacity to see the big picture and make sound judgments and decisions
• Proactive, resourceful, solutions- and results-oriented, with a genuine interest in learning 
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work with and lead project teams and partners to deliver innovative programs
• Ability to work effectively with local governments, align with MI values and standards, and cope in stressful or hostile environments, including travelling to deep field locations and conducting partner visits.

What We Offer

• Salary expectation: Salary according to qualification and experience
• Other benefits: Group Life Insurance Premium, Health Insurance Package (Single/Family plan), 13th Month pay
• Annual leave + Compensation Leave + Academic Leave + Wedding Leave + Compassionate Leave - applicable.

Application Closing Date
8th May, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online