General
Description of assignment title
WASH Officer
Assignment country
Syrian Arab Republic
Duty stations
Aleppo
Work location
On UN premises
Expected start date
01/07/2026
Duration
12 months
(with possibility of extension)Long-term benefits and allowances
Sustainable Development Goal
6. Clean water and sanitation
Host entity
UNICEF SYR
Modality
Onsite
Type
National
Volunteer category
Specialist UCoS from Apr2026
Work schedule
Full-time
Number of Assignments
1
Details
Mission and objectives
With the strong presence on the ground and partnerships with local communities and organizations across multiple sectors, UNICEF aims to reach more children and families. Upholding the humanitarian principles, UNICEF supports integrated, multi-sectoral programming and continues to improve sustained, equitable and safe access to critical basic services in areas where the needs are the highest. UNICEF, in coordination with partners, aims to ensure accountability to affected populations with integration of gender, child safeguarding as well as prevention from sexual exploitation and abuse into its programmes. UNICEF aims to reach children no matter where they are or live.
Context
This project supports UNICEF’s WASH response in Aleppo and/or Idleb Governorates, Syria, aiming to ensure equitable access to safe water, sanitation, and hygiene services for crisis affected populations, while strengthening emergency preparedness and response. Implemented in close coordination with local authorities, WASH Sector partners, national NGOs, community representatives, and UN agencies, the project focuses on evidence based planning, sound financial and supply management, monitoring and reporting, and integration of gender and equity considerations across all interventions. Expected outcomes include improved continuity and quality of WASH services, more efficient use of resources, strengthened local capacity, and timely delivery of life saving assistance in both transition/development and emergency contexts, contributing directly to SDG 6 and UNICEF’s country programme priorities in Syria.
Task description
Within the delegated authority and under the supervision of WASH Officer or his/her designated mandated representative(s), the UNV WASH Officer will: • Ensure the availability of accurate, complete and up-to-date information required for effective WASH programme and project design, implementation, management, monitoring and evaluation. Draft sound WASH programme budgets for review by the supervisor including steps to enhance emergency preparedness and response. • Enhance programme efficiency and effectiveness through evidence-based approach and implementation follow-up, including monitoring UNICEF inputs, local conditions and resources, flow of supply, non-supply and emergency assistance and WASH programme status. • Ensure the appropriateness of financial, administrative and supply documentation; verify that WASH programme expenditures are within allotments and that data is consistent with the programme information and database (e.g., FLS, SAP). Follow up on queries or initiate corrective action on discrepancies. Collaborate with Monitoring & Evaluation office on maintaining a gender & equity focus in WASH data collection and reporting. • Analyse collected data and information and prepare progress reports; draft changes in WASH project work plans and assist in identification of required supplies and equipment (for both development and emergency orientated activities) • Assist in preparing of technical studies, including designs and budgets, as requested. • Program documentation of technical information, including financial, administrative and supply • Follow-up on queries and initiate corrective action when required • Support in communication and networking with counterparts on project implementation status and progress • Support NOBs in technical tasks development and/or as needed,
Eligibility criteria
Age
18 – 80
Required experience
3 years
Nationality
Candidate must be a national, legal resident or hold refugee status in the country of assignment.
Assignment requirements
Relevant experience
3 years
Languages
English, Level: Fluent, Required Arabic, Level: Native language, Required
Required education level
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Water Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Public Health, Hydraulics, Sanitary Engineering, or another relevant field related to water, sanitation, and hygiene.
Competencies and values
• Accountability • Adaptability and flexibility • Judgement and decision-making • Planning and organising • Professionalism • Self-management
Skills and experience
• At least three years of progressively responsible professional experience in WASH engineering (WASH programming, engineering works) is required. • Experience in humanitarian response is an asset. • Experience working with UN agencies, NGOs, or government institutions in emergency or fragile contexts is highly desirable. • Sound understanding of WASH programming principles, including emergency WASH responses. • Ability to analyze data and prepare clear reports . • Knowledge of basic budgeting, financial control, and supply processes. • Strong coordination, communication, and interpersonal skills . • Ability to work effectively in insecure and high-pressure environments.
Area(s) of expertise
Energy and environment , Engineering and construction , Procurement and contracting
Driving license
–
Other information
Volunteerism is understood as a wide range of activities undertaken of free will, for the general public good, for which monetary reward is not the principal motivating factor.
Living conditions and remarks
As this is a national UN Volunteer assignment, the UN Volunteer will be responsible for arranging his/her own housing and other living essentials. This position is based in Aleppo, Syria. National UN Volunteers are expected to be culturally sensitive and adjust to the prevailing culture and traditions. Benefits Package: • Entry lump sum (one-time payment): USD 350 • Monthly Volunteer Living Allowance (VLA): USD 919.41 • Danger and Hardship Differential depending on the hardship classification and family/non-family status of the duty station. • Free access to UNV’s learning and career development resources For more information on please visit the Entitlements Calculator: https://app.unv.org/calculator.
Inclusivity statement
United Nations Volunteers is an equal opportunity programme that welcomes applications from qualified professionals. We are committed to achieving diversity in terms of gender, care protected characteristics. As part of their adherence to the values of UNV, all UN Volunteers commit themselves to combat any form of discrimination, and to promoting respect for human rights and individual dignity, without distinction of a person’s race, sex, gender identity, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy, age, language, social origin or other status.
Reasonable accommodation
UNICEF offers reasonable accommodation for UN Volunteers with disabilities. This may include, for example, accessible software, travel assistance for missions or personal attendants. We encourage you to disclose your disability during your application in case you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process and afterwards in your assignment.
Note on Covid-19 vaccination requirements
In addition to duty station-specific vaccine requirements, appointments are subject to confirmation of fully-vaccinated status against SARS-CoV-2 (Covid-19) with a World Health Organization (WHO)-endorsed vaccine, which must be met prior to taking up the appointment. It does not apply to UN Volunteers who will work remotely and are not expected to work on or visit UNICEF premises, programme delivery locations or directly interact with communities UNICEF works with, nor to travel to perform functions for UNICEF for the duration of their contracts.
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