WASH Team Leader
Quick answer
The Norwegian Refugee Council is hiring an in-office WASH Team Leader in Aweil, South Sudan, to manage emergency shelter and water sanitation infrastructure projects.
- Role
- WASH Team Leader
- Organization
- Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)
- Location
- Aweil, South Sudan
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Programs & Operations
- Apply by
- 2026-06-19
The role
The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is seeking a WASH Team Leader to provide day-to-day technical guidance and supervision for emergency shelter construction and borehole drilling activities in South Sudan. The role involves developing technical specifications, designing infrastructure, conducting water quality testing, and coordinating project activities in line with humanitarian standards. The successful candidate will work closely with field teams to ensure the timely delivery of quality WASH and shelter programs while adhering to organizational policies.
What you'll do
- Provide daily technical supervision for shelter construction and borehole drilling projects.
- Develop technical specifications, schematic drawings, and bills of quantities (BOQ).
- Conduct water quality testing and sanitary inspections at water points.
- Support the establishment and training of community-based water point committees.
- Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports and program documentation.
What it takes
- B.Sc. or HND in Civil or Water Engineering, Geology, or Hydrology.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in humanitarian WASH projects.
- Previous 2 years of experience in community-based water and sanitation programs.
- Knowledge of emergency water supply and sanitation protocols (e.g., SPHERE standards).
- Excellent written and spoken English proficiency.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is this position located?
This position is based in Aweil, South Sudan, with travel required to Aweil East for field-based activities.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation for this position is not specified in the job posting.
What are the core technical requirements for this role?
Candidates must have a degree in engineering or a related field, at least three years of humanitarian WASH experience, and proficiency in tools like AutoCAD and Epanet.
What is the deadline to apply for this job?
Applications must be submitted by June 19th.
How to apply
Apply directly on Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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