NRC has been present in Nigeria since 2015 and has been working to help displacement-affected communities meet their basic needs, improve their livelihoods, access essential services, and enhance their resilience to future shocks through our six core competencies: water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH), Shelter, Education, Information-Counselling and Legal Assistance (ICLA), Livelihoods and Food Security (LFS), Camp Management, and Protection. NRC provides immediate assistance during the onset of emergencies through the rapid response mechanism (RRM). With a workforce of 370 staff and a presence in key locations such as Maiduguri (in Borno State), Yola (in Adamawa State) and Jos (in Plateau State), NRC can respond to the needs of those affected by the conflict across North-East, and North Central Nigeria.

These strategic locations have allowed NRC greater reach from the north and south parts of the North-East and North Central region and allowed NRC to contribute to bridging the gap between humanitarian aid and development cooperation, including by focusing on equitable access to basic services and strengthening the rights of displaced people and returnees. In addition to the Country Office and the above-mentioned Area Offices, NRC has sub-office structures in Dikwa, Monguno, Biu, Mubi, Pulka and Gwoza.

We are looking for people who are passionate about helping refugees and people forced to flee.

If you are those people, the Norwegian Refugee Council in Nigeria is looking for an enthusiastic and passionate WASH Technical Assistant (Water Supply) to join our team in Monguno, Borno State. You will provide support to the Project Coordinator-WASH in all aspects of NRC WASH Technical programs planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation in Borno state.

Generic responsibilities 

• To assist WASH Technical Officer in coordination of the WASH Technical activities according to strategy, proposals, budgets and plans.
• To assist the WASH Technical Officer in all aspects of WASH Technical programs planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation.
• To assist in the identification of community water and sanitation needs.
• To assess the water and sanitation training needs of the community and assists in the development of appropriate training materials and plans.
• Conducts water quality testing and sanitary inspection at water points.
• Provides technical assistance to the WASH Technical Officer and local counterparts on issues of water and sanitation information and communication strategies.
• Assists in the establishment, and training of water point committees as well as monitoring their performance.
• Assists in the compilation of weekly and monthly WASH Technical reports, program documents, project proposals, and budgets.
•  Involve and inform communities and community leaders about the activities.
• Participate in Monitoring NFI distribution within the communities.

Specific responsibilities 

• Assist in site planning activities for Water and disinfection/sanitation activities implementation
• To develop technical specifications and bills of quantities (BOQ) for new drillings, rehabilitation, water point treatment and disinfection activities.
• Supervise and contribute to the success of WASH TECHNICAL activities implementation.
• Performs any other duties as requested by WASH TECHNICAL officer.

Generic professional competencies: 

• B.Sc. or HND in Geology, Civil and Water Resources engineering, Hydrology (BAC+5) minimum
• Minimum 2 years’ experience from working with WASH TECHNICAL projects in a humanitarian/recovery context. Experience from working with social work and/or with distribution of humanitarian assistance is an advantage.
• Previous 2-3 years’ work experience in community-based water, Sanitation programs; Work experience with an NGO is desirable
• Must have knowledge of emergency Water supply, Hygiene, Sanitation requirements and protocols
• Familiarity with international minimum standards of Hygiene, Sanitation and shelter service delivery (i.e., SPHERE) is an advantage
• Must have previous experience in training and Training of Trainers.
• Excellent communication skills – written and spoken – in English required.
• Fluency in one or more of the national/regional languages (Kanuri and Hausa preferred, plus others).
• Must be willing to work as a team member, take direction, and share technical skills with colleagues and counterparts.
• Computer literacy in word processing and spreadsheets is required,
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, ArcGIS, Epanet and Google Earth is strongly desirable.
• Must be able to work under pressure.

Context/ Specific skills, knowledge, and experience: 

• Knowledge of the context in Nigeria
• Experience with start-up activities
• Experienced in disinfection, Hygiene promotion in cholera outbreak context within the host communities and camps

What’s in it for you? 

Join a work culture that empowers every employee to share ideas and take responsibility:

At NRC we think creatively. We encourage ideas and give responsibility to all employees at all levels, to help solve the complex issues that we face. You will have many opportunities to be heard and take the initiative.

Learn on the job: NRC’s collaborative working style favours the exchange of good practice and lessons learnt. At NRC, employees learn on the job and are encouraged to look for opportunities to develop new competencies. NRC managers prioritise the quality work and the competency development of their staff. This entails giving newcomers a good start, following up, training and mentoring employees to allow them to perform well in their current job, and offering learning and development programmes.

Additional Information: 

Duty Stations: Monguno, Borno State Nigeria

Duration of contract: 12 months (Renewable).

Grade Level:  Grade 4 in NRC’s grading structure

Reporting line: WASH Project Coordinator

This position is open to Nigeria Nationals only. We invite applications from all qualified and interested candidates. Candidates are encouraged to apply early, as applications may be screened prior to the vacancy deadline. Female candidates are strongly advised to apply.

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: No requirements