WASH Volunteer

Duration - Six (6) months with possibility of extension

Reports to: WASH Officer

Key responsibilities

Conduct hygiene promotion and community awareness sessions.

Support monitoring of water points, latrines and hygiene facilities.

Assist with the distribution of hygiene kits and other WASH items.

Help mobilize communities and WASH committees for project activities.

Qualifications

OND/HND/B.Sc. in Public Health, Environmental Health, Water Resources or a related field.

General Requirements

Must be a resident of Borno State.

Fluency in English; ability to speak Hausa and/or Kanuri is required for WASH, Protection and Nutrition roles.

Basic computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel and email).

Willingness to work in communities and IDP camps when required.

Good interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to work in a team.

Understanding of humanitarian principles is an advantage.

Fresh graduates and NYSC members are encouraged to apply. Previous volunteer or field experience is an added advantage.

What We Offer

Hands-on experience in humanitarian and development programming.

On-the-job training, mentoring and capacity building.

The opportunity to contribute to meaningful change in vulnerable communities.

These are unpaid volunteer positions. A stipend may be considered when funded projects become available.

Safeguarding and Equal Opportunity

STSI is committed to safeguarding the people we work with and has zero tolerance for sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment. Selected candidates will be expected to sign and abide by STSI\'s Code of Conduct and Safeguarding Policy, and reference checks will be carried out.

STSI is an equal opportunity organization. Women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Fraud Notice

STSI does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, training or placement). Anyone requesting payment in STSI\'s name should be reported to fraud@savetheslum.org.ng

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Minimum qualifications

BA/BSc/HND , OND

Requirements

Applicants will be asked to upload a CV (maximum 2 pages) and provide contact details of at least one referee.

Interested and qualified? Go to Save The Slum Initiative on forms.gle to apply

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