WASH Officer
Quick answer
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is hiring an in-office WASH Officer to oversee water, sanitation, and hygiene interventions and infection prevention protocols in health facilities and communities.
- Role
- WASH Officer
- Organization
- International Rescue Committee (IRC)
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking a WASH Officer to manage the planning, implementation, and monitoring of water, sanitation, and hygiene interventions. This role focuses on infection prevention and control (IPC) within health facilities and communities to reduce the risk of infectious diseases like Ebola. The successful candidate will collaborate with health teams to ensure sustainable water quality, waste management, and hygiene infrastructure in assigned health zones.
What you'll do
- Assess environmental risks in health facilities and communities.
- Manage medical waste systems and ensure IPC standards are met.
- Monitor water quality and maintain sanitation infrastructure.
- Supervise community hygiene promotion activities and staff.
- Produce regular progress reports and manage program data.
What it takes
- Bachelor's degree in Environmental Health, Public Health, WASH, or Engineering.
- Minimum 3 years of professional experience in the WASH/Environmental Health sector.
- Proven experience with WASH interventions in health care settings.
- Strong ability to collaborate with local communities and authorities.
- Experience in emergency response or infectious disease outbreak control.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
What is the primary focus of the WASH Officer role?
The role focuses on implementing WASH interventions to improve infection prevention and control (IPC) in health facilities and communities to mitigate disease outbreaks.
What educational background is required?
Candidates must have at least a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health, Public Health, Engineering, or a WASH-related field.
Is this a remote position?
No, this is an field-based in-office role requiring active participation in health zones and community interventions.
How much experience is expected for this position?
The position requires at least 3 years of professional experience in the WASH or Environmental Health sector, preferably in humanitarian or emergency contexts.
How to apply
Apply directly on International Rescue Committee (IRC)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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