WASH Officer, NO-2, Temporary Appointment (364 days), Dnipro, Ukraine, (post#137243)

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This WASH Officer level 2 is to be used in a Dnipro Field Office (FO), Ukraine, where WASH is a substantial component of the Country Programme. The WASH Officer reports to the WASH Manager (Level 4)

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Purpose of the job: The WASH Officer works as part of a team of WASH Officers at the Dnipro Field Office, coordinating closely with colleagues covering complementary geographic and thematic areas. The WASH Officer is expected to operate with a significant degree of autonomy in their assigned area of responsibility, while contributing to team-wide programme coordination. The WASH Officer provides technical, operational and administrative assistance throughout the WASH programming process. The Officer prepares, manages and implements a variety of technical and administrative tasks, related to the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the WASH output results of the country programme.

Summary of key functions/accountabilities: 

 1. Programme development and planning

Lead and contribute to evidence-based planning and design of WASH programmes by analyzing sector needs, trends, and data. Support alignment with national priorities, humanitarian response frameworks, and partner systems. Develop programme documentation, technical inputs, and partnerships (including utilities), ensuring strong foundations for effective and scalable interventions.

2. Programme management, monitoring and delivery of results

Oversee and support programme implementation to ensure quality, timeliness, and impact. Monitor infrastructure projects, track progress against targets, and ensure compliance with financial and operat...