LWF World Service is the humanitarian and development arm of the Lutheran World Federation. We are a widely recognized, international, faith-based organization working in over 20 countries. We seek to bring people of all backgrounds together in the common quest for justice, peace, and reconciliation in an increasingly complex and fragmented world.

A commitment to the human rights of every individual, regardless of their status, guides our work, actions, and operations. We are particularly known for our timely, compassionate, and professional humanitarian work, and for our field presence in hard-to-reach areas. Our work is people-centered and community- based. Above all, we work with the most vulnerable, and in order to claim and uphold their rights, we engage proactively with local government and community structures.

LWF Uganda works closely with United Nations agencies (UNHCR, UNFPA, UNICEF, WFP), PRM, EU/ECHO, BFTW, etc. LWF Related and faith-based agencies and their back donors.

For additional information, please see www.lutheranworld.org/WorldService.

The LWF Uganda Program is looking for a qualified and experienced person to fill the following position:

Job Title: Wash Officer.

No. of Positions: One (1).

Place of Assignment: Adjumani.

Reports To: Subprogram Manager.

Starting date: ASAP.

Duration of Contract: 1 year contract (with possibility for extension).

The closing date for applications: 2^nd January 2025.

Job Summary

The WASH Officer will play a pivotal role in assessing and addressing the Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene needs of targeted communities. This position is integral to the promotion of sustainable WASH practices and the enhancement of community development initiatives. 

Duties and Responsibilities

Ensuring quality and integrity in the implementation of WASH Projects in the allocated sub-program, including adherence to technical guidelines, administrative systems, and established deadlines.

Evaluating the relevance and appropriateness of current and future programming about water, sanitation, and hygiene promotion in the local context.

Assisting in the preparation of the WASH proposals; activity plans and M&E system for the proposal.

Contributing to contingency planning for possible WASH emergency response if required.

Contributing to the preparation of internal and external reports for the NGO and donors, including expenditure plans and situation reports.

Collaborating and coordinating with the government, NGOs, and UN agencies on WASH issues at the district level with your supervisor; participating in district and WASH meetings and other relevant humanitarian/recovery coordination meetings.

Capacity building, supervising and managing the water and sanitation project team in the sub-programme.

Engaging and building capacity of community-base structures including VHTs for effective O&M of WASH facilities.

Oversee community educating and awareness activities to promote sustainable maintenance and usage of WASH facilities.

Monitoring all water and sanitation expenditures and ensuring appropriate utilization of budget.

Reception of the procured materials and products (new boreholes, rehabilitated /repaired water sources and systems, and latrines, pumps, tools box) at respective sub programmes.

Selecting, modifying, or designing appropriate water and sanitation infrastructure, and suitable community-based maintenance and repair systems.

Assist in designing and implementing surveys and assessments related to the field of water and sanitation when needed .

Required Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

University degree or Higher Diploma in Water Engineering, Civil Engineering, Hydrology, Public Health, Environmental Health, Social Work, Community Mobilisation or a related technical field;

Additional Post Graduate qualification in the technical field of water supply, sanitation or Public health will be added value.

Minimum 5 years professional experience in Project Management and Implementation in the field of WASH.

Others.

Previous experience in emergencies and development programs in the water supply, sanitation, hygiene promotion, and school WASH areas.

Knowledge of the latest developments and technology in low-cost sanitation, hygiene promotion, and capacity building.

Willingness to spend most of the time in the field and thus ability to work, travel, and live in difficult environments is desired.

Works collaboratively with colleagues, solicits input and genuinely values others’ ideas and expertise; 

Strong organizational skills including proven ability to plan and coordinate own work as well as that of others.

LWF/DWS is an equal opportunity employer, irrespective of gender, race or religious affiliation.   LWF/DWS is a signatory to the Code of Conduct for humanitarian agencies. Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect the organization’s commitment to the prevention of abuse and exploitation of beneficiaries.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted