The Assistant WASH Officer will lead the implementation of water and sanitation services in Cox’s Bazar refugee camps, ensuring compliance with UNHCR standards and technical guidelines
Job Summary
The Assistant WASH Officer will lead the implementation of water and sanitation services in Cox’s Bazar refugee camps, ensuring compliance with UNHCR standards and technical guidelines.
This role involves close coordination with government agencies, development partners, and implementing partners to support sustainable and community-focused WASH interventions.
The position requires regular monitoring, reporting, and technical support to maintain and upgrade WASH systems, including innovative solutions like solarized water supply systems.
Matching Summary
The Assistant WASH Officer will lead the implementation of water and sanitation services in Cox’s Bazar refugee camps, ensuring compliance with UNHCR standards and technical guidelines.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
WASH program implementation
Water and sanitation infrastructure
WASH service delivery coordination
Technical guidance to partners
Monitoring and evaluation of WASH projects
Community-focused WASH programming
Nice-to-have
Experience with faecal sludge management
Knowledge of water and wastewater hydraulics
Solid waste management expertise
Use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Cross-sectoral coordination skills
Capacity building for partners
Key Requirements
Bachelor of Science in Civil or Environmental Engineering
Strong experience in WASH infrastructure project design and supervision
Experience working in Rohingya refugee camps
Technical skills in BoQ preparation and construction oversight