National Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) Officer

Job Description

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

To ensure that effective WHO country presence is established to implement WHO country cooperation strategies that are aligned with Member State’s health and development agendas and harmonized with the United Nations country teams.To ensure that effective WHO country presence is established to implement WHO country cooperation strategies that are aligned with Member State’s health and development agendas and harmonized with the United Nations country teams.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

1. Participate in the emergency rapid assessment for WASH (water, sanitation, hygiene, waste management), vector control and infection control inventory and needs in the health facilities and for the health activities required in response to the emergency incident.
2. Conduct follow up on WASH activities within health facilities and for health activities in the context of the health emergencies and other public health initiatives.
3. Provide technical input and guidance on WASH standards, and when required, onsite assistance to the health partners on WASH, participate in the implementation of plans to build up or rehabilitate health facilities.
4. Participate in onsite implementation of e recommended infection control activities in the health facilities and for the health activities supported by the WHO, specifically for medical waste management, safe and dignified burial of infectious bodies, health staff and patient’s protection and etc.
5. Set up WASH, vector control and infection control mechanisms in the health facilities and ensure health activities are conducted and set according to WHO Standards.
6. Contribute to the training for MOH staff and WHO partners to build up local competences and facilitate the compliance with the WASH standards for all health activities.
7. Prepare situation reports on WASH activities and propose recommendations on status of WASH initiatives and situation within the country.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Essential: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, health of humanitarian logistics or other related field, with specialization in water and sanitation.
Desirable: Advanced university (Master’s level or above) in public health water, sanitation and hygiene. Degree or training in computer applications in water and sanitation project design and related database systems.

WHO only considers higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in the World Higher Education Database (WHED), a list updated by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The list can be accessed through the link: http://www.whed.net/ .

Experience

Essential: At least 2 years of relevant experience, in the implementation of water and sanitation assessment and/or the design and management of related projects in emergency situations. Experience working with national authorities.

Desirable: Some experience or a sound knowledge of WHO mandate and goals or in UN organizations/agencies, international institutions, health cluster partners, recognized humanitarian organizations or NGOs.

Functional Knowledge and Skills

• Demonstrated knowledge of emergency response situations in the field of water and sanitation with proven ability to identify and solve technical problems in difficult circumstances.
• Concrete technical skills and knowledge in WASH (water, sanitation, hygiene, waste management and other related areas),
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills, with proven ability to elaborate and implement projects.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to promote cohesive actions and convince officials with tact and diplomacy.
• Ability to write in a clear and concise manner, and to present factual information.
• Knowledge of WHO, the UN System or NGO work in the field of response relief and/or of their practices and procedures as related to the work.

WHO Competencies

Enhanced WHO Global Competency Model:

https://www.who.int/employment/WHO_competencies_EN.pdf?ua=1

Teamwork
Respecting and promoting individual and cultural differences
Communication
Building and promoting partnerships across the organization and beyond
Ensuring the effective use of resources

Use of Language Skills

Essential: Excellent knowledge of English and local language