Project Officer - WASH at Plan International

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian non-profit organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood, and enable children to prepare for - and respond to - crises and adversity. We believe in the power and potential of every child, but know this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title:  Project Officer - WASH

Location: Maidugri, Borno State
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• Plan International Nigeria is implementing a flood response project aimed at providing critical WASHservices to affected populations.
• This project will enhance access to safe drinking water, improve hygiene and sanitary conditions in communities and reduce the risk of disease outbreaks among the affected communities. 

Requirements

• We are looking for an applicant with a Bachelor’s degree in Public Health, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• The candidate should possess a minimum of 3 years of experience in WASH programming, preferably in emergency contexts.
• S/he should demonstrate strong understanding of WASH principles, including water quality, sanitation, and hygiene promotion. The candidate should have experience in training and capacity building of staff and community members on WASH practices as well as proficiency in water quality testing and treatment methods.

Application Closing Date
10th October, 2024.