WASH Engineer (Water, Sanitation & Hygiene)

World Vision – Fixed Term Contract

Organization Overview

World Vision is a global Christian humanitarian organization working in nearly 100 countries, focused on improving the lives of vulnerable children and communities through sustainable development and humanitarian programming.

Job Summary

The WASH Engineer supports the design, implementation, monitoring, and quality assurance of water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) projects.

The role ensures that all WASH interventions meet:

International WASH standards
Donor requirements
National engineering and construction standards
Safeguarding and community protection principles

Key Responsibilities

1. WASH Programme Planning & Compliance (15%)

Support development of WASH technical programme designs
Contribute to national WASH strategy development
Prepare detailed implementation and annual work plans
Develop procurement plans aligned with policies and standards
Ensure compliance with donor and international WASH requirements

2. Technical Guidance, Supervision & Quality Assurance (25%)

Inspect water supply and sanitation systems
Monitor water quality and infrastructure performance
Review tariffs and pricing of water services (technical input)
Supervise projects from feasibility to handover
Prepare Bills of Quantities (BOQs) in line with national standards
Provide technical supervision during implementation
Conduct field quality assessments and stakeholder feedback reviews
Ensure timely submission of technical progress reports

3. WASH Project Design & Implementation (15%)

Supervise construction site activities and contractors
Manage contract administration and ensure timely delivery
Design and implement WASH infrastructure projects
Support solar-powered water systems and electrification components
Ensure quality construction and adherence to engineering standards

4. Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting (10%)

Monitor progress of WASH projects and community interventions
Analyze field data and prepare technical reports
Contribute to lessons learned and program improvement
Support research and innovation in WASH programming
Strengthen knowledge management systems

5. Resource Mobilization (5%)

Support proposal writing for WASH funding
Engage in donor and partner negotiations
Contribute to increased WASH-related grants

6. Networking & External Engagement (10%)

Represent WASH programs in advocacy and coordination forums
Collaborate with government agencies, contractors, and stakeholders
Engage with WASH suppliers and technical experts
Participate in sector meetings and partnerships

7. Capacity Building & Staff Development (5%)

Train and mentor staff and partners
Strengthen technical capacity of implementation teams
Support coaching and professional development

8. Safeguarding (5%)

Ensure compliance with safeguarding policies
Conduct safeguarding training for staff and partners
Promote child and adult protection standards in all WASH activities

9. Additional Duties (10%)

Participate in global WASH communities of practice
Support multi-sector integration
Contribute to organizational activities beyond WASH programming

Qualifications and Experience

Required Experience

Minimum 3 years of experience in WASH hardware implementation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in:
- Water Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Environmental Engineering
- Irrigation Engineering
- Municipal & Industrial Services
- or related field
Must be registered with the Engineers Registration Board (ERB) as a Professional Engineer

Preferred Skills and Knowledge

AutoCAD / ArchiCAD proficiency
EPANET and hydraulic modeling tools
Structural and hydraulic calculations
Borehole design and drilling supervision
Water infrastructure and building structure design
Solar-powered water systems (pumps, batteries, wiring)
Strong knowledge of safety standards and regulations
Strong site supervision and contract management skills
Strong planning and organizational ability
Ability to work with government, donors, and communities

Core Competencies

Technical engineering expertise in WASH systems
Project supervision and quality assurance
Strong reporting and documentation skills
Stakeholder coordination and collaboration
Problem-solving and field-based decision-making
Knowledge of donor-funded project compliance
Strong communication and teamwork skills

Important Notes

World Vision is a Christian humanitarian organization
Staff are expected to uphold professional ethics and participate in organizational spiritual activities
Recruitment is free of charge (no payment required at any stage)
Only local applicants are accepted

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