WASH Assistant At Global Village Healthcare Initiative for Africa (GHIV Africa)

ABOUT GHIV AFRICA

Global Village Healthcare Initiative for Africa (GHIV Africa) is a non-governmental, non-for-profit humanitarian/Developmental organization which started in 2014. We deliver assistance to affected populations before, during and after crisis situations.

GHIV Africa was founded to mitigate the health deficit in Africa and to provide all forms of assistance leading to improved quality of life. The organization is equally poised to support the delivery of healthcare services at the doorsteps of every African village by bridging the gap between primary health care delivery and tertiary health care services through a robust referral system.

JOB TITLE: WASH Assistant
PROJECT: UNICEF RRM WASH Project
LOCATION: Bama
DATE POSTED: 19/07/2024

GHIV Africa, with funding from UNICEF, is implementing a Rapid Response Mechanism (RRM) project to address the urgent Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) needs of internally displaced persons (IDPs) affected by recent windstorms in Bama LGA, Borno State, Northeast Nigeria. The project aims to mitigate health risks and enhance community resilience through targeted WASH interventions.

The WASH Assistant Officer will assist the WASH Officer in implementing WASH-related activities in the community, focusing on hygiene promotion, water source management, and program monitoring. The assistant officer will support community engagement, data collection, and program implementation under the guidance of the WASH Officer.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  1. Assist in facilitating community engagement meetings and small group sessions.
  2. Support hygiene promotion activities through house-to-house visits.
  3. Assist in distributing WASH kits and Aquatab to households.
  4. Participate in water source mapping, WQ assessments, and source chlorination.
  5. Help monitor program activities, collecting data for impact assessment.
  6. Assist in reporting and documenting program progress.

REQUIREMENTS

  1. Diploma or Certificate in Public Health, Environmental Science, or related field.
  2. Experience in WASH programming or community development.
  3. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  4. Ability to work in challenging field environments.
  5. Fluency in local languages (Hausa, Kanuri, etc.) and basic English.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

EMPATHY AND COMPASSION: Demonstrates a genuine concern for the well-being of vulnerable individuals.

INTEGRITY: Maintains the highest ethical standards in all professional activities.

RESILIENCE: Capable of working under challenging conditions and managing stress effectively.

PROBLEM-SOLVING: Proactive in identifying issues and implementing solutions.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Interested candidates should click on the link below.

Closing Date: 22/07/2024

GHIV AFRICA PSEA/GBV, AND CHILD SAFEGUARDING POLICIES:  The successful candidate shall comply and promote the PSEA/GBV, and Child safeguarding Policies at all course and all levels.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

GHIV Africa is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Join us in making a difference in the lives of vulnerable communities in Bama LGA.

Your expertise and dedication can help ensure the safety and protection of those in need.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

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