WASH Project Officer At Green Concern for Development

Green Concern for Development (GREENCODE) is a national humanitarian and development organization with over 10 years of development interventions and humanitarian response in Nigeria. We have partnered with several INGOs and NGOs in implementing people’s centered project.

We envisage rural communities in Nigeria that are environmentally conscious, where poverty is eradicated, and social rights upheld. We work with the poor and socially excluded people, and government for the promotion of environment and human rights protection in communities that are in Nigeria, aimed at poverty reduction through education, information sharing, research, training and direct impact intervention.

Position Title: WASH Project Officer
Location: Nganzai LGA, Borno State, Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-Time
Duration: 6 Months
Application Opening Date: 8^th August 2025
Application Closing Date: 12^th August 2025

Job Purpose:

Support the planning, coordination, and implementation of WASH activities including infrastructure development, hygiene promotion, and community mobilization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct technical assessments and feasibility studies of WASH needs in targeted communities and schools.
• Supervise the design, construction, rehabilitation, and maintenance of WASH facilities including boreholes, hand pumps, latrines, and handwashing stations.
• Facilitate the procurement and quality control of WASH materials and supplies in collaboration with logistics.
• Lead the training and capacity building of WASH committees, artisans, and community members on water system management, latrine maintenance, and hygiene promotion.
• Plan and implement hygiene promotion activities including hygiene campaigns, distribution of hygiene kits, and behavior change communication (BCC).
• Monitor water quality and ensure regular water testing in line with WHO standards.
• Prepare detailed weekly, monthly, and quarterly activity reports, including tracking indicators and documenting lessons learned.
• Collaborate with other sectors (e.g., health, nutrition, protection) to ensure integrated programming and referrals.
• Ensure compliance with donor regulations, sector standards, and GREENCODE’s safeguarding and gender policies.
• Represent the organization in local WASH sector meetings, technical working groups, and coordination forums.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil/environmental engineering, Water Resources Management, Public Health, or related discipline.
• At least 2–3 years of field experience in implementing WASH programs, preferably in humanitarian or post-conflict settings.
• Strong knowledge of SPHERE standards, WASH cluster guidelines, and national WASH policies.
• Proven experience in infrastructure supervision and community mobilization.
• Proficiency in using engineering tools, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent communication and team management skills.
• Knowledge of local languages and cultural context is a strong asset.

Application Process:

Interested and qualified candidates should apply here:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeM8GcZ6GjycEbEZU2aXH21tMpTfsIStm3EY0H-ohNdqftgTg/viewform?usp=header

Download GREENCODE competency form here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Qlpw5iwqFJoV5gn3Pkd793-0GR7742to/edit?tab=t.0 and send via email to [email protected] and copy [email protected].

Note: applying using the google form without sending in the competency form will not be considered. GREENCODE is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from women, youth, and persons with disabilities. All staff are expected to adhere to our safeguarding, anti exploitation, and code of conduct policies.