Asistente WASH y Cambio Climático
Quick answer
Save the Children is hiring an in-office Asistente WASH y Cambio Climático in Buenaventura, Colombia, paying $2,641,275 to manage water, sanitation, and climate change programs for local communities.
- Role
- Asistente WASH y Cambio Climático
- Organization
- Save the Children
- Location
- Buenaventura, Valle del Cauca, Colombia
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- $2,641,275
- Category
- Programs & Operations
- Apply by
- 2026-06-23
The role
The Asistente WASH y Cambio Climático role involves supervising and monitoring field activities to ensure access to safe water, basic sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) and supporting climate change actions for beneficiary communities in Colombia. The position requires working within complex contexts such as armed conflict and migration crises. Candidates must be able to child-safe environments and adhere to humanitarian standards.
What you'll do
- Design and implement educational and community processes with children and adults.
- Collaborate with the WASH/EDUCATION officer to prepare implementation plans.
- Support the application of water and sanitation needs assessments.
- Promote and protect optimal WASH and climate change practices in project activities.
- Ensure beneficiary feedback is collected and addressed appropriately.
- Represents Save the Children at local WASH coordination groups.
What it takes
- Technologist, final-semester student, or professional degree.
- Minimum 2 years of certified experience in humanitarian projects or emergency response.
- At least 1 year of experience in disaster and/or conflict situations.
- Solid knowledge of humanitarian principles and Sphere standards.
- Knowledge of the Colombian armed conflict context and Venezuelan migration crisis.
- Ability to work in complex security environments under pressure.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The position is based in Buenaventura, Valle del Cauca, Colombia, with potential travel required for project needs.
What is the compensation for this role?
The salary for this position is $2,641,275.
What are the key qualifications required?
Candidates need at least 2 years of experience in humanitarian projects and a solid understanding of sphere standards and child safeguarding.
When or by when should I apply?
Applications will be accepted from June 16 to June 23, 2026.
How to apply
Apply directly on Save the Children's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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