The Assistant WASH Officer will lead the implementation of water and sanitation programs in Cox’s Bazar refugee camps and support the management of implementing partners
Job Summary
The Assistant WASH Officer will lead the implementation of water and sanitation programs in Cox’s Bazar refugee camps and support the management of implementing partners.
The role involves ensuring compliance with UNHCR WASH standards and providing technical guidance to partners and stakeholders to deliver sustainable and effective WASH services.
The position requires close coordination with multiple sectors and government counterparts to promote integrated programming and community participation.
Matching Summary
The Assistant WASH Officer will lead the implementation of water and sanitation programs in Cox’s Bazar refugee camps and support the management of implementing partners.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
WASH program implementation
WASH infrastructure project supervision
Technical guidance to partners
Water and sanitation service delivery
Community engagement in WASH
Monitoring and evaluation of WASH services
Nice-to-have
Coordination with government agencies
Strategic and operational planning
Use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Cross-sector collaboration
Capacity strengthening of partners
Complaint and feedback mechanism management
Key Requirements
Bachelor of Science in Civil or Environmental Engineering
Experience in WASH infrastructure projects in Rohingya refugee camps
Technical design and construction supervision expertise
Knowledge of water and wastewater hydraulics
Experience with solid waste and faecal sludge management