The WASH Senior Officer will lead and oversee the implementation of all WASH project activities in the targeted areas, ensuring timely, high-quality delivery aligned with donor requirements and sector standards. The role strengthens departmental performance by providing technical guidance, supervising field teams, and ensuring consistent compliance, reporting, and coordination. As part of AFH’s broader organizational strategy, the position supports effective, accountable, and technically sound WASH programming that contributes to improved service delivery and community well-being. Operating in a complex humanitarian context, the role requires close coordination with local authorities, partners, and internal departments to navigate access, operational challenges, and evolving needs.
Position : WASH - Senior Project Officer
Project/ Workplace: Deir Ezzor
Advertising start date: 27-09-2026
Deadline for receiving applications: 07-10-2026
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Prevision & Capacity Building: Manage and mentor field staff, conduct regular performance follow-ups, and deliver on-the-job training to strengthen technical and operational capacity.
Monitoring, Reporting & Documentation: Oversee field monitoring, verify activity progress, ensure accurate data collection, and prepare timely internal and donor reports.
Coordination & Representation: Coordinate with local authorities, partners, clusters, and internal departments to ensure harmonized implementation and effective problem-solving.
Compliance, Safeguarding & Risk Management: Ensure all activities follow organizational policies, safeguarding standards, and risk mitigation measures, including safety protocols during field operations.
Resource & Supply Management: Monitor WASH materials, equipment, and procurement needs, ensuring proper utilization and timely delivery to field locations.
Community Engagement: Support community mobilization, feedback mechanisms, and awareness sessions to strengthen participation and accountability.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Education
Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Environmental Engineering, Public Health, or
WASH-related fields.
General Experience
Minimum 3–5 years of experience in humanitarian or development programming. Proven experience in managing field operations and supervising teams
Technical Experience
Strong technical knowledge of WASH standards, Sphere guidelines, water supply systems, sanitation infrastructure, and hygiene promotion approaches. Experience in WASH assessments, activity planning, BoQs, technical supervision, and quality assurance. Familiarity with donor compliance, reporting, and monitoring tools.
Languages
Arabic: Fluent (required).
English: Good written and spoken proficiency (required for reporting and coordination).
Computing
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office and engineering tools, cloud databases, and collecting data tools.
Analytical Skills
Strong ability to analyze field data, identify gaps, and propose practical technical solutions. Ability to assess risks, prioritize needs, and make evidence-based decisions.
Communication
Strong reporting, communication, negotiating, facilitating, and presenting skills. ability to coordinate effectively with communities, authorities, partners, and internal teams.
Management
Demonstrated ability to supervise field teams, manage workloads, and ensure timely delivery of activities. Experience in capacity building, coaching, and performance follow-up.
Other
Time management, organization, prioritization, attention to detail, willingness to work overtime, collaborative working style, and commitment to safeguarding, diversity, and inclusion.
Desirable
• Master’s degree in WASH-related fields, Public Health, or Engineering.
• Experience working with INGOs, UN agencies, or large-scale WASH programs.
• Previous involvement in emergency response, rapid assessments, and contingency planning.
• Knowledge of GIS tools, AutoCAD, or hydraulic modeling software.
• Experience in community-based approaches, behavior-change methodologies, and accountability mechanisms.
• Familiarity with donor frameworks such as BHA, ECHO, UNICEF, or FCDO.
• Strong understanding of protection mainstreaming, gender inclusion, and safeguarding in WASH programming.
• Valid WASH cluster training, SPHERE certification, or other sector-specific professional development.
How to Apply:
If you wish to apply for the advertised vacancy, please send your CV through the following link: click here
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