WASH Associate

The UNHCR is seeking an experienced Shelter/WASH Associate to support the implementation of integrated settlement planning projects and to oversee the monitoring and enhancement of water and sanitation systems within UNHCR's areas of responsibility (AoR). The role aims to contribute to sustainable, community-centered solutions that promote engagement and positive behavior change.

Requirements

• Provide technical guidance to partners and stakeholders.
• Review and monitor ongoing WASH and shelter activities.
• Strengthen service delivery to persons of concern (PoC).
• Ensure compliance with the UNHCR WASH Manual, Technical Guidelines, engineering standards, and relevant national standards.
• Promote community participation throughout all phases of the WASH and shelter project cycle.
• Coordinate closely with health, protection, community services, and other sectors to ensure integrated programming.
• Provide timely inputs for regular reports analyzing challenges and progress in WASH and shelter service delivery.
• Contribute to strategic and operational planning processes within the AoR.
• Record and track feedback from camp management, field teams, and community services regarding water availability, quality, sanitation conditions, and related resolutions.
• Support the establishment and monitoring of complaint and feedback mechanisms to strengthen accountability to affected populations.
• Develop and monitor workplans and implementation schedules (master and detailed chronograms), reporting any delays or cost implications.
• Supervise partner construction and maintenance activities in UNHCR-managed and supported areas.
• Provide data inputs to WASH and shelter monitoring systems.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401k Matching
• Retirement Plan
• Visa Sponsorship
• Four Day Work Week
• Generous Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Relocation Assistance